Brentwood's Designer Tag Sale

Vanessa Squared Productions (interior designer Vanessa De Vargas and design editor Vanessa Kogevinas) is holding their Third High-End Designer Tag Sale shopping event in Brentwood, California, July 31, 2010 from 10 AM to 2 PM- and I'll be sure to be there!

The Designer Tag Sale is an upscale interior designer yard/tag sale that will feature over thirty of Los Angeles' top interior designers and stores/vendors selling items such as side-tables, lamps, rugs, pillows, art, accessories, etc. at the incredible price range of $5-$200!

The designer tag sale also features a silent auction, a raffle, drinks, food, DJ and gift bags for the first thirty attendees. Entry fee is $10 and the event is cash only. Read more about the event here. I can't wait to shop and explore!

Herringbone Throws

Similar to the styles Frette has to offer, these cotton herringbone throws are a great complement to any couch, chair or bed. Wouldn't the orange one look nice and crisp on a white cotton canvas couch in an apartment close to the beach on the West coast? Ah, California. Shop Vivre here!

What Typeface Are You?

I found this cool site over at The Dapper Dude. It's a fun and interactive microsite from the internationally renowned design firm, Pentagram, that tells you what typeface you are. I'm Pistilli Roman (above)- what are you? Check it out here.

Calypso Cravings: Marrekesh Caftan

I'm big into bright yellow and orange style combos lately. Toana Barashi redesigned the modern pancho to include an intricate lace applique on silk. I, of course, think this piece would go great with white jeans- I never get tired of them! A recent conversation with my good friend Alex regarding my white jean obsession:

Alex: "Are you just moving to L.A. so you can wear white jeans all year round?"

Me: "I wear them all year round anyway."

Alex: "Let me rephrase- are you just moving to L.A. so you can get away with wearing white jeans all year round?"

To this, I say- maybe. Shop Calypso here!

Clic Bookstore & Gallery

One of the many, many places I will miss in Manhattan is Clic Bookstore & Gallery on Broome Street. Springing from a love of design, art and books, Clic features monthly shows by emerging photographers and stocks a curated selection of photography books.

Since first opening in St. Barth in 2008 (if this and Calypso St. Barth don't give you a reason to visit, I don't know what will!), Clic has expanded to three more locations in East Hampton and New York City. In addition to classics from icons Helmut Newton and Richard Avedon, Clic carries a number of hard-to-find volumes, limited editions from small presses, original signed copies, and they hold regular book signings.

After stopping in the shop on Broome Street a couple weeks ago (the East Hampton location is just as fab), I had the pleasure of viewing "Smash His Camera: The Notorious Photographs of Ron Galella"- a black and white photography exhibit from the original stalkerazzi. It will only be on display until June 30th, so be sure to stop by to see these rare images in person soon!

Clic Gallery & Bookstore

424 Broome Street

New York, New York 10013

Paperfinger

I saw these paper address stamps over at Katie Amour's The Neo-Traditionalist. I have a love for all things stationary and these stamps are a great addition to my collection of paper letters and wax sealing imprints. Shop here!

California Dreamin'

After seven years here in New York City, this Kat is picking up and heading West- for Los Angeles, California! I never thought I would end up there, but a twist of fate and a new job have led me there. I couldn't be more thrilled! Back to packing up the life I've known here on the East Coast- more to come!

*image via flickr

Books as Decor

One of my favorite design elements is bookcases covering an entire wall. I love how they break up a space and create cozy vignettes that showcase not only books, but accessories, framed pictures, albums, and anything else! I'm looking forward to creating something similar in my next apartment!

*images via habitually chic

Quote Unquote

"Life is too short to sleep on

low thread-count sheets."

-leah stussy

*image via rickshaw design

Quote Unquote

*image via Recovering Lazyholic

Soccer is the Ballet of the Masses

So wear this t-shirt this weekend.

*image via the cool hunter

The Selby

I absolutely love when photographer Todd Selby posts new interiors on his site. The newest addition to his collection includes Lindsay and Fitzhugh- jewelry and furniture designers, respectively- based in Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York.

Perhaps I'm biased, but I feel that the look of a clean, blank slate embellished with neutral accents is the way to go. To me, a completely relaxing environment that can be mixed and matched with found objects from anywhere and everywhere allows for a fluid, transient space that is never tiring.

As a previous Brooklynite myself, I lived in the neighbouring area of Cobble Hill and am quite familiar with the beautiful brownstones that quietly decorate the streets. One of my favourite aspects of his site is the handwritten interviews that bring the photographer and his subjects alike to life. In this posting, the couple mentions Frankies 457 on Court Street as one of their regular spots- it was one of my faves, too! Explore more images and read the interview here.

*all images via the selby

Quote Unquote

"Change comes like a little wind that ruffles the curtains at dawn, and it comes like the stealthy perfume of wildflowers hidden in the grass."
-John Steinbeck

*image via flickr

White Out: Kitchens

I love this collection of white kitchens for the simple reason that you can add and change accents of any type, at any time, and the space will always look fresh and clean. Dark wood finishes look richer against white; printed fabrics pop; and lighting fixtures like chandeliers stand out as sculptural elements against the neutral backdrop. I especially love the large brick-like tiles shown in some of the above, although I think I'd rather them in a bathroom. I can't wait to design my own!

*images via metropolitan home, elle decor, point click home, kitchens and baths

FEED for Guatemala

FEED co-founders Ellen Gustafson and Lauren Bush recently announced the launch of their latest collection of bags– the FEED 1 Guatemala Pouch and FEED 3 Guatemala Tote –both featuring ikat prints.

"Laura and I had both visited Guatemala in the past and the reality is that its the country with the fourth worst level of malnutrition in the world," Gustafson explained. "And it's so close to us in America. So even before Haiti, we were really starting to think closer to home."

Sold exclusively at Lord & Taylor, the pieces go for $19 and $39 each, and FEED will donate $3.50 or $10.50 respectively for the U.S. Fund for UNICEF to support their nutrition program in Guatemala. Shop here.

*imagse via style caster and lord & taylor