M.I.A. for Marc Jacobs

Have you seen the new Marc Jacobs ads? Marc's latest ad campaign (spring/summer 08) features my favorite Sri Lankin diva, M.I.A.

I'm happy to see her branch out in this way...Some might say that's she's on her way to selling out, but I think she's more importantly representing for an ethnic minority rarely seen in western fashion mags. Plus, the whole androgynous thing never gets old with me.

Love it!

-S

SYI: Favorite M.I.A. track right now: "Jimmy"

M.I.A. for Marc Jacobs

Have you seen the new Marc Jacobs ads? Marc's latest ad campaign (spring/summer 08) features my favorite Sri Lankin diva, M.I.A.

I'm happy to see her branch out in this way...Some might say that's she's on her way to selling out, but I think she's more importantly representing for an ethnic minority rarely seen in western fashion mags. Plus, the whole androgynous thing never gets old with me.

Love it!

-S

SYI: Favorite M.I.A. track right now: "Jimmy"

An Homage to Alexander Girard

Alexander Girard Print (for matchbook covers) @ La Fonda Del Sol Restaurant -1961

Alexander Girard Pillows -2007


Jeff Canham Print for Roxy Clothing -2007

Jonathan Adler Sun Ornament -2007

Alexander Girard is probably the least well-known of the great designers associated with mid-century modern design. Many in the design world have said that Girard was the greatest colorist and textile designer of modern time, yet many outside of the design world are completely unaware of Girard's work.

Lately, I've been noticing that Alexander Girard's work has gained some mainstream appeal in todays design market... this is most evident when one compares Girard's body of work to that of Jonathan Adler's design empire (www.jonathanadler.com), or that of artist Jeff Canham (www.jeffcanham.com). In my opinion, It's clear that both artists have been greatly influenced by Girard's use of vibrant color palettes and folk inspired textiles.

For those of you who are/were not familiar with Alexander Girard, I hope that you will find his work as inspiring to your life as it has been to mine. It's a bit of fun an whimsy that can make the space around you a wonderful land of lala. I'm a true believer that a playful space will provoke a playful life, and that is what I'm offering you today.

To revel in girards art, go to www.alexandergirard.com

-S

SYI: Girard: "Art is only art when it is synonymous with living.”

An Homage to Alexander Girard

Alexander Girard Print (for matchbook covers) @ La Fonda Del Sol Restaurant -1961

Alexander Girard Pillows -2007


Jeff Canham Print for Roxy Clothing -2007

Jonathan Adler Sun Ornament -2007

Alexander Girard is probably the least well-known of the great designers associated with mid-century modern design. Many in the design world have said that Girard was the greatest colorist and textile designer of modern time, yet many outside of the design world are completely unaware of Girard's work.

Lately, I've been noticing that Alexander Girard's work has gained some mainstream appeal in todays design market... this is most evident when one compares Girard's body of work to that of Jonathan Adler's design empire (www.jonathanadler.com), or that of artist Jeff Canham (www.jeffcanham.com). In my opinion, It's clear that both artists have been greatly influenced by Girard's use of vibrant color palettes and folk inspired textiles.

For those of you who are/were not familiar with Alexander Girard, I hope that you will find his work as inspiring to your life as it has been to mine. It's a bit of fun an whimsy that can make the space around you a wonderful land of lala. I'm a true believer that a playful space will provoke a playful life, and that is what I'm offering you today.

To revel in girards art, go to www.alexandergirard.com

-S

SYI: Girard: "Art is only art when it is synonymous with living.”

Bright House!

Introducing: Jessica Gehring & Bright House Events!

Recently launched, Bright House Events is a full-service event production and environment design company by my dear friend Jessica Gehring. From Hollywood to New York, Dallas to Chicago, and Las Vegas to Dubai, Jessica has lit up legendary events around the globe.

Over the past six years, she has earned her bars and stripes within event production alongside gold star companies such as Best Events, Epiphany and MMA Group; giving her and Bright House Events the industry edge on the fast track to producing high-level, successful events.

Jessica's client list ranges from USHER to MOTOROLA, encompassing a savvy mix of A-List celebrities, alpha social groups, big name brands and the trends that love them. Perfecting the fine art of communicating style - with meaning and integrity in tact - takes a clever and crafty combination of talent, imagination and drive... in walks Jessica with Bright House Events, always seeking new challenges and an opportunity to raise the bar higher

Bright House events range from corporate to social, runway shows to movie premieres, weddings to bar/bat mitzvahs, and any other event where remembrance is desired. With sharp focus and detailed attentiveness to her clients, Jessica never ceases to surprise and surpass expectations - sidestepping the ordinary and making a beeline for the magic.

Check out Bright House Events online for photos & the complete list of Jessica's clientele.

Bright House!

Introducing: Jessica Gehring & Bright House Events!

Recently launched, Bright House Events is a full-service event production and environment design company by my dear friend Jessica Gehring. From Hollywood to New York, Dallas to Chicago, and Las Vegas to Dubai, Jessica has lit up legendary events around the globe.

Over the past six years, she has earned her bars and stripes within event production alongside gold star companies such as Best Events, Epiphany and MMA Group; giving her and Bright House Events the industry edge on the fast track to producing high-level, successful events.

Jessica's client list ranges from USHER to MOTOROLA, encompassing a savvy mix of A-List celebrities, alpha social groups, big name brands and the trends that love them. Perfecting the fine art of communicating style - with meaning and integrity in tact - takes a clever and crafty combination of talent, imagination and drive... in walks Jessica with Bright House Events, always seeking new challenges and an opportunity to raise the bar higher

Bright House events range from corporate to social, runway shows to movie premieres, weddings to bar/bat mitzvahs, and any other event where remembrance is desired. With sharp focus and detailed attentiveness to her clients, Jessica never ceases to surprise and surpass expectations - sidestepping the ordinary and making a beeline for the magic.

Check out Bright House Events online for photos & the complete list of Jessica's clientele.

PLAN59

Revel in ads from the 50's & 60's @ www.plan59.com... a website celebrating "the commercial art of
mid-century America."

*The "Decor" section is my personal favorite... Truly inspirational, and suprisingly relevant to current modern design.

-S

www.plan59.com