It seems that time keeps passing so quickly between kids, business and life, but between it all I think about the blog I love and miss dearly. The time literally melts away, as does the inspiration at times, but I still believe that one day, AFF will be back.
In the mean time, here are few insta shots, because lets face it, how many times do we really carry our gigantic cameras in our clutch, when your rushing around after the littles.
Happy #sundayfunday
For those of you who have been wondering what to do with your Fall wardrobe while I’ve been gone, here are my Polaroid pics.
ripped denim
leopard print jeans
cropped boots (yes again this year)
camo pants/ camo shoes/ camo everything
Say it fast and LOUD!!! Happy Friday!
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Over the last year, a new baby girl bundle has come into our lives, along with adding an extension of our business. So…needless to say, time has melted away. Hopefully more will come my way soon and I can share all the amazing things I’ve absorbed as of late.
XO-AFF
Similar: Tibi dress // Draped Sweater // Cavalli Sunnies
Baby Fashion: Noonie and Nottie by Lalas Pequenos
Where have I been? Cooking up a little bump and still searching for lovely colors for Spring. I like to wear normal clothes when I’m pregnant, so that I can use them afterward. This dress is perfect. Happy Weekend.
Click for look: Free People Long Tiered crochet dress
Nachelle gold initial necklace
Here are a few other must haves for Spring.
flower girl Via Jean-Paul Goude
images via embyaesthetic.tumblr.com/
Sunny Dresses: Floral Dress // bcbg print dress // Ruffle mini dress // bcbg mini striped dress
AND: Asos Strappy Heals // Sunglasses // Blue clutch
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clockwise: Blue Poppies // Fall Floral // Hot House Floral // Happy Poppies
What’s on the rise? Florals, everywhere from the US to the AU. Not just in clothing, but down to the fabric in upholstered furniture. Are the late 80’s back? Nope…although we love the neons. These floral prints are bold and bright, with a splash of retro. So, when you’re recovering and walk past what you think is a dated floral, think again. These are some funky floral options.
Chairs from the Lovely Clusters (catalog & etsy shop) , Okologi Interior Design and One King’s Lane
Now that 2012 and the Arm Party (Thank you Man Repeller) are behind us, what’s next? The Necklace parade. Layer some lush statement pieces with dainty chains to amp up last season’s style. Here are a few from Anthropologie that I’m loving this season.
1. Jade Dotted Double Strand
2. Agassie Ceramic Necklace
3. Brass Cirque Necklace
4. Fairburn Necklace
5. Geometer Nekclace
6. Drupelet Strand
7. Embroidery Tufted Pendant Necklace
8. lock and key necklace
How fashion inspires us is an interesting thing. We use it in all facets of our life. Colors we see throughout the season inspire so many subconscious choices we make that year. When I caught up with Peter Pincus he told me he recently found an immense amount of inspiration in the fashion image above and what transpired? The beautiful work below. This well designed tea bowl has barely cooled from its last fire and is already off to a show.
The hue you see between the soft grey and black tones is between a mint and pale blue, which Pincus discovered as his eye mixed the pattern of the fashion image.
line 1: Mint jewel bracelet (steal) // Ohne Titel Stripe Jersey Wrap Dress
line 2: Gap Body cardigan // Pour La Victoire black Suede heal // Club Monaco Bucle Jacket // THE OUTNET Wool-crepe sleeveless jacket
line 3: Isabel Lu Hamptons Dress // Botkier – Valentina Shoulder bag
background: ASOS Pants In Jacquard (steal) // Asos black skater dress (steal)
The artist Peter Pincus recently floated into my life and his style and outlook have made quite the impression on me. As the daughter of a potter, ceramics is cast deep in my bones. I remember at the age of 3 smashing my feet in the clay buckets and love the smell of fresh, wet clay.
The pieces by Peter Pincus strike me in way that appeal to many sections of the right brain. I very much appreciate the form and function of the work, but moreover the design and graphic element to the pieces; the possible influence of a retro, contemporary style. These pieces are on the edge of mixing many iconic eras. In a recent interview with Justin Crowe’s, Dizbe.com, Peter explains the foundation of his works. One thing I find intriguing about Pincus’ process, is the ability to use only portions of each piece to make the perfect vessel. His process, which he explains in the interview, is to throw a piece, cast the mold, dissect it, take the perfected pieces and place them back together. In essence, I suppose it’s a mastered puzzle for our eye to enjoy.
Peter relays his interest in crossing over to collaboration with the fashion world. His design work, in my opinion, would translate very well into fabric. I can see these designs walking the runway as we speak. His sleek lines, sharp edges and brilliant hues are a perfect match for a spring line.
I want to connect affluent art objects with contemporary culture. To do this, I make colorful porcelain objects that are both three dimensional paintings and functional containers. They combine vibrant material with contemporary aesthetics borrowed from pop culture, fashion, tattoos, modernist paintings and other sources. Together, they form a basic working vocabulary of color relationships and compositions highlighting what I see as defining elements of our current culture. ~Peter Pincus via Dizbe
I’m a huge fan of Chic Comfort and I’m loving the former Tory Burch Designer, Stephanie Von Watzdorf. The world traveler launched her new Figue collection last fall, inspired by the fig fruit she so often ate throughout her childhood in Italy. While her designs and style are definitely luxe and made for a champagne wallet, her edge is timeless. Although a native New Yorker, as a daughter of a Russian Ballerina mother and German/French father, she has been surrounded by a worldly view and desire to travel her entire life. Her cultural influence has left her collection with an independent imagination and rich, bohemian style.
So often our clothes wear us or are determined by the NOW factor. Von Watzdorf’s pieces are in essence, an extension of her lifestyle. She owns the look and incorporates the beauty of her experiences in her tunics and military coats. From Marrakech to Manhattan, the design translates to all walks of life.
image via WSJ
I like to keep the trends in the back of my mind, so here are a few I thought I’d share with you.
pieces range from $15.00- $350.00
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For more boutique finds click here.
BCBG knit sweater // BCBG coral v-neck
leifsdottir options clockwise: Harlow fur coat // reeta colorblocked coat // yellow eyelet trench // Berta Brocade Jacket
King of the Mountain by Carol Jackman
Here’s how I’m feeling this Monday! I hope you had a great weekend and some of you are enjoying the holiday today. Here are a few lovely works to share.
Wall mounted glass pebbles by Christopher Jeffries
These pebbles are a calm start to the day. I love the creative way to display glass works.
Guidecca by Murray Dessner, 2007, acrylic on canvas
One of my passions is huge abstract works. They give me peace and evoke challenges simultaneously.
Tall Cake on Pedestal by Tina Ingraham 2012, oil on linen mounted on wood
Would really love to eat this entire cake for breakfast/brunch.
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Some of my favorite bracelets in a the pave line.
Neiman Marcus midday dash starts a little over two hours. I love these flash sales. They’re so exciting!
images via Greenberg Van Doren Gallery
The rush of holidays is finally over and with all the parties, family, friends and fun, it’s time to slow down and look through the books I have long been coveting. Here are some of the reads I’ve added to my collection this season.
Books: Evidence Architects// The Color Revolution // Dazzling Design // The Iconic Interior // Kelly Wearstler Rhapsody
I also updated my nook with a mix of pieces vintage and mod. It’s easy to change small spaces with simple updates. If you get overwhelmed tackle a corner or hall way. It will give you a fresh start for the new year. 
No Brand 70’s throwback// Jonathan Adler Multi color Bargello // Jonathan Adler Jamaica Lane // @ pillow //Trina Turk Geo Yellow and Gray // Blissliving Jack multi pillow // Natori Lotus Temple
AFF has been M.I.A. because the holidays brought me one of my fave chics, My Sis and I wasn’t going to waste a second. 
Here’s a snapshot review of a few of this years favorite looks. 
Photo of the Meatpacking district by Mike Richard
I have many great loves and one is bustling city life. I like to take a trip into the city as much as possible, to get lost, soak up the culture, the life, the buzz, the pace, everything a city has to offer. Here are some of my favorite city works and when the time that has elapsed has been too long, these bring me back to that place.
Waiting – by Casey Childs – Principle Gallery
Bryant Park – Charles Jarboe – Principle Gallery
Emma Haworth
The Fox is Black illustrations
Paper Metropolis by Kiel Johnson
A photo essay of the city in the blizzard of 2010 click to see the rest…
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I love wearing white and cream in the winter. It feels so feminine and chic. This is one of my favorite dresses because of the dainty pink lace detail and light free flow of the sleeves and skirt. Great Holiday look.
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Free People Light Hearted Dress // Campus Frye Boots // Sanctuary Faux Fur Vest // Blue stone bracelet
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