Cobalt Blue or Jasper Red; that is the question…

If I could justify this bag, it would be mine already. If you can justify it, go get it immediately!

In leather it is a perfectly understated luxury item in the perfect size to hold the things you need for the day plus a bit extra for the unexpected. Like an umbrella or spare pair of fancy shoes, what did you think I meant?

Tip: If you happen to be in Europe, this lovely item will set you back slightly fewer dinero, even with the exchange rates these days.

From an article in last October’s New York Times:

“Coppola was inspired by a trip to Louis Vuitton’s original home in Asnières, on the outskirts of Paris. Working with the special order department, she took up the challenge of designing ‘the perfect bag that doesn’t exist.’”

“Coppola wanted a day bag that was “chic, discreet and lightweight and that isn’t enormous,” adding that “it is hard to find bag without a lot of hardware.” She opens the roomy bag (selling in the monogram version at €1,600, or about $2,190), showing how there is an open pocket enabling her to grab her telephone. The evening clutch (€800), with its pochette containing a mirror, is “a thing I wanted for myself.”

(image courtesy of Louis Vuitton)

Stylishly Understated

For those that were around to read The Official Preppy Handbook when it was originally published in 1980; you know that these shoes were considered 'the tennis shoe of choice' (TOPH p. 139) now they are just a cool alternative to those other canvas, rubber toe shoes that seem to have taken over feet everywhere. Available on-line or in their new retail store located on Spring Street in New York City's SoHo district.

(image courtesey www.tretorn.com)

Moisture

I know what you are thinking; not another expensive body lotion.

(MALIN+GOETZ) b5 body moisturizer is oil-free and residue-free. It does what the label says it will do and it makes your skin feel wonderful all day long. I say it is the real deal.

Founded in 2004 in New York City's Chelsea district; the company creates cleansers, hair product and moisturizers that are made 'without unnecessary detergents, colorants and synthetic fragrances.'

(MALIN+GOETZ) does not test on animals and is made in the USA.

Go to here to see what other treats they have in store for you.

Sounds Terrible...

But once you try it; you will be amazed at how good this combination really is.

Applewood smoked bacon + Alder wood smoked salt + Deep milk chocolate = Melt in your mouth deliciousness

Mo's Bacon Bar from Vosges Haut-Chocolat

On the web

So true - http://thisisindexed.com/2009/02/fate-decisions/

Inspiration to look good - http://thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

What. Ever.

You must all search your listings and to find out when Whatever, Martha! is on in your area.

This show originated as a 2-hour talk show on Martha Stewart Sirius satellite radio and is now a 30-minute show on Fine LIving Network that you can watch several times a day.

Martha's daughter and the daughter of the Chairperson of MSLO spend a half hour "critiquing clips from the show using candid and often acerbic language." It is hilarious.

Watch it. You just might learn something.

(photo credit - Whatever, Martha! Fine Living Network site)

Just like Cleopatra had

Walking through Target last weekend I noticed these little gems hanging on the end cap. I picked one up in Dark Brown and it is my new favorite thing for lining my eyes. It goes on surprisingly smoothly, stays on all day and comes off with a bit of your favorite eye make-up remover.