This past Christmas, I received an Effie’s Heart Claudia Coat. To call this piece an instant wardrobe staple would be putting it mildly… I cannot stop wearing it!
The soft, sweatshirt-like material has been keeping me plenty cozy in the freezing January temperatures. I love how the oversized hood not only blocks the wind from my face, but also helps me disappear into my own quiet space when taking any kind of public transportation. I often feel unglamorous and shapeless in heavy winter clothing. However, the cinched-in waist and full skirt on this ’50s inspired coat allows for both function and femininity (my favorite combination).
While I probably won’t enjoy trudging through the ice and snow in the coming months, at least I’ll stay as comfortable, warm, and girly as possible.
– L
My mom throws one hell of a holiday party every year. Seeing as I live about 1,700 miles away, I can never help out much with party prep, so my contribution is always the invitation illustration.
For a late 60′s costume party, I could think of no better go-go to represent the era than Laugh-In’s Goldie Hawn. You bet your sweet bippy.
- L
After a week spent being beaten up by the flu, I’m finally starting to feel like a human being again. I’m also well overdue for a new sketch.
While doing a little therapeutic online shopping tonight, I noticed that Trashy Diva has restocked my beloved Jenny Dress (as well as several other beautiful new knit designs). Along with pin curls, a jeweled brooch, and heels, I’m planning to make this my go-to holiday dress this season.
Perhaps ordering the Bordeaux style will help speed up my convalescence…
Since its premiere four seasons ago, I’ve been a loyal Mad Men fan. More specifically, like many viewers, I’m madly in love with Joan. The strength and complexity of her character is riveting. And though it’s obvious, maybe even a little superficial, her look is a huge part of the draw for me.
I’ve always been curvy, but haven’t always been comfortable in my skin. Though I grew up with plenty of exposure to the hourglass shaped stars of Old Hollywood, it wasn’t until I happened upon Christina Hendricks that I really learned to embrace my figure.
Joan means a lot to me. I’m grateful that an impressive, powerful, unapologetically feminine, phenomenally dressed (what I wouldn’t give for an afternoon of being styled by Janie Bryant!), woman is on modern television. This sketch is my little tribute to her and all the people who help bring Joan to life.
On another note, I’m getting damn impatient for Mad Men to come back on the air…
- L
Thanks to my wonderful and glamorous cousin, Michele, I was happily introduced to the clothing line Effie’s Heart several years ago. Ever since that discovery, I have become a die-hard fan of the Effie’s Heart brand.
I don’t know what I would do without an arsenal of Kimo’s designs in my wardrobe each season. Soft and comfortable fabrics, retro-inspired cuts flattering to every shape, and top-quality construction keep me perpetually coming back for more.
Two of my all time favorite pieces are the Seven Year Skirt (a skirt so perfect it may require its own sketch soon…) and the Dolce Vita Dress.
Shown above in “Tea Time”, the Dolce Vita is a stunning, full-circle dress that is feminine, functional, and versatile. When the temperatures drop, it works effortlessly with layers. Tuck a button down blouse underneath and it becomes a jumper. Throw a snug turtleneck on top and it turns into a beautiful winter skirt. Needless to say, this makes for a fabulous travel garment!
The Fall 2011 line is available for purchase, so have a look around the Effie’s Heart online shop and be sure to check out their facebook page for more gorgeous shots of the latest season’s looks!
- L
My summer plans don’t involve traveling across the Atlantic on a luxury ocean liner, but that won’t stop me from trying to dress like a chorus girl from “Anything Goes.”
Bettie Page Clothing’s Shipmate dress has just the right amount of nautical details without looking like a costume. Deep navy stripes on the beautifully constructed bodice create one severely cinched-in waist and the lightweight skirt flares out to just skim the hips.
If you’re curvy, like me, it’s difficult to find a more comfortable and flattering silhouette to wear. This came in very handy when I wore the Shipmate dress to my recent high school reunion. Despite spending the week prior eating my weight in fried, Southern goodness, this dress slimmed me down and kept me cool on a very hot summer night in Austin.
- L
After many years spent living in Manhattan, I’ve finally made the trek over the river into Brooklyn. It took mere moments to fall madly in love with my new zip code and its charms show no sign of fading.
This doesn’t surprise me at all, seeing as many of my favorite New York experiences have taken place in this borough. Case in point, last summer I spent a dreamy August evening watching Sharon Jones play in Prospect Park while wearing Hearbreaker’s Marilyn Tee and Modcloth’s Midnight Mariner Skirt (no longer for sale). If you’re in the market for a retro yet casual knit top to add to your summer wardrobe, hop over to Heartbreaker’s site and pick up the Marilyn Tee in white, black, and/or red. It’s the perfect blend of sexy, feminine, and triple digit temperature friendly.
Looking forward to an exhilarating first summer in Brooklyn!
- L
Taking a sketch break from one very hot, humid, exhausting day of packing. All I’m craving now (besides a cold shower) is a crisp rosé in my new Brooklyn apartment while wearing this flirty sundress by Stop Staring.
- L
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