Las Femmes Editorial in Grazia Magazine

Fashion | 06 July 2011

In a luxe spread for Grazia Magazine, photogragher Richard Bernardin shoots model Alex Saunders and keeps the style vintage with a 1960′s Brigette Bardot feel. Smokey eyes, touseled hair and resort inspired wardrobe give this a classic look I would expect to find in a 1960′s movie shot on the coastline of an exotic location. In this case, St. Tropez! Take a look below for my favorite pictures of the editorial!

A straw tote is the perfect beach accessory.

Choppy waters and soft sand make a great backdrop for this gorgeous shoot!

(Photos from Fashion Gone Rogue)

Interior Design: Wallpaper Ceilings

General | 06 July 2011

by Allie Paxton

Looking for a way to completely change the look of a room in your house without having to buy much or move anything around? I have been re-doing my house and looking into interior design ideas for quite some time now and I just had to share this one with all of you. In just about every interior design magazine I picked up they showed wallpapered ceilings and I fell in love with them! I am most definitely going to try this new treat because wallpapered ceilings have the potential of creating a dramatic effect in any room, and they also create quite the visual impact. Plus, it is a great way to cover up defects and uneven ceilings.

Keep in mind that when you try this out, the wallpaper you choose will change the feel of the room. I would recommend taking a square of the paper of your choice and tape it up on the ceiling. Keep it there for a week and make sure it is not only the perfect look, but also the perfect feel!

It is very important to note that dark colors and heavy patterns will make a room appear smaller. Light, subdued colors and patterns can make a room appear larger and more defined.

For all of those brave souls out there, you can even put wallpaper from the ceiling to the ground!

(Photos courtesy of Diy Network, Better Homes and Gardens, and Walnut Wallpaper)

You can pick a fun pattern to add a little something different to your room, or you can choose a bold color to make a statement. This is a perfect excuse to be creative and have fun doing something around the house!

What do you all think of this fun interior decorating technique?

xoxo

Geek Chic: Rave On Buddy Holly!

Music | 05 July 2011

by Sienna

Buddy Holly may have been the ultimate in geek chic.

By age 22 Buddy was at the top of his game and already a master of the pop/rock song. Just released on June 28th, “Rave On Buddy Holly” includes nineteen of his tunes re-mastered by contemporary artists including Florence + the Machine, Fiona Apple, Modest Mouse, Cee Lo Green and The Black Keys.

Say Wha?!!!

Yes, that’s right. If Buddy Holly were still alive, he’d be turning 75 this September; a perfect time to commemorate this forever young innovator.

“The melodic joy and fierce independent streak at the core of his artistry is profoundly felt on Rave On Buddy Holly, a 19-song collection of indelible Holly covers by a rich assemblage of current musical visionaries and creative kindred spirits.”

Listen to the whole album here.

Tell us what you think about it!

Hailee Steinfeld: The New Face of Miu Miu Fall 2011

Fashion | 05 July 2011

by Cara

Rising star Hailee Steinfeld, of True Grit fame, has captured a mixture of whimsy, sophistication, with a side of innoncence in the new Miu Miu Fall 2011 campaign. Sprinkled with the beautiful bow & glitter shoes against the rural backdrop, this campaign is a hit. See for yourself below.