Archive for October, 2009

Inspiration | Style Statement Letters

Friday, October 16th, 2009

How about a hip reminder of your Style Statement?
Check out graphic letters in a variety of colors and styles crafted from 100% recycled materials, from Urban Outfitters, for the fabulous price of $4.99 each.

Be Yourself

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

It’s always a good time to be yourself. And it’s never too late. Possibility exists all of the time, everywhere. You haven’t missed your chance to be your most beautiful.
Style Statement: Live by Your Own Design, Manifesto of Style – #15
The lesson of this old saying – “If you love something, set it free; if [...]

Style Story | Natasha Lakos, Composed Enriching

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

My Style Statement, Composed Enriching, was my travel director when I went to Paris.
Before leaving for Paris I “interviewed” anyone who might have a juicy tidbit or perspective about Paris. The people I talked with included a distant cousin I’d never met who lives there, colleagues who’ve been to Paris for work, five-star travelers, and [...]

Inspiration | Wood Wonder

Friday, October 9th, 2009

On my wish list is a side table by John Ross Design, made from a cut tree trunk. John’s functional works of art are breathtaking and thoughtfully crafted. He has a passion for nature and an eye for beauty. His furniture has been featured in Oprah and Canadian House and Home. Next stop, I predict, [...]

Soul | Style Statement as Words of Life

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

“I think of Style Statement as words of life, since it’s not just about clothing or dwellings, but the ever-changing space between the ears that needs decorating as much as other places.”
Sister Trilby Scarlett of the Goodwill
Flickr photo credit: Stone house, by jsome1

Soul | Style Statement Buddy

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Having a baby has meant a lifestyle change. I’m working at home now – no more people milling about the studio. Sometimes it’s quiet and I’m lonely, craving adult conversation and needing support. Fellow mamas, you know what I’m talking about. Hey, what I yearn for is a Style Statement buddy to share the joys [...]

Manifesto of Style

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

This Manifesto of Style is our 20-point declaration of the power of true style.
“I read your Manifesto of Style first thing every morning and last thing every night. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!”
Barbara
1. Communicate who you are in all you do.
Consistency is power. When the various parts of your life reflect your essence, [...]

Vintage Treasure

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

I was recently invited to a fancy cocktail party – very chichi. I have a couple of standard Refined pieces appropriate for such an occasion, from a navy Prada shift dress to a little black dress to a navy jumpsuit. All felt acceptable, but lacked the Treasure part of my Style Statement.
Next to my doctor’s [...]

Inspiration | Katharine Hepburn

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

“If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.”
Katharine Hepburn
What rule are you going to break this week?
Flickr photo credit: IMG_2102, by dbking