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Book and House Envy, ‘Case Study Houses’ by Taschen

September 21st, 2007 · No Comments

For a second there I got so excited by an email from Taschen, promoting its Case Study Houses hardcover edition… until I realized it’s $200. The book that induces serious home envy has now induced even greater envy for the book itself, since, hey, $200 for a book might be a lot, but it’s a […]

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Tags: HOME · LIT · DESIGN · ART

Miu Miu Vitello

September 21st, 2007 · No Comments

The Miu Miu Vitello Large Convertible Handbag reminds me of when Coach used to make really classic, durable, attractive handbags - before the ‘C’ hit the scene and logo-ed the sh*t out of everything. Back when said classic handbag cost more like $200 than the $1,415 Vitello (saks.com). Not that Coach doesn’t produce handbags I’d […]

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Tags: BAGS

Event: Blok Party at Yolk in Silver Lake

September 21st, 2007 · No Comments

Saturday, September 22nd from 2:00PM till close, global-homey-design-y spot Yolk in Silver Lake is hosting artist Rebekah Potter and her latest collection of large and small Bloks - wooden blocks hand painted in acrylic and sealed with resin ($36). You can also commission a custom Blok at the event. Storewide Yolk sale in conjunction, […]

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Tags: DESIGN · ART · SALE · EVENT

Muy Buena Fiesta at Rodan vs Griffith

September 21st, 2007 · 1 Comment

Rodan vs Griffith once again proved they know how to throw a party with margaritas, Tecate, really friggin good tacos, music, and a $5 sample bin (which is still there for the taking!). First, the tacos: all I’m saying is if you are going to have a party Tacos Teresa is the way to go […]

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Tags: FASHION · EVENT · DRINK · MUSIC · EAT