I Want A T@B!

I seriously want one of these T@b trailers - they are SO fricken cute! I know that RV-ing is typically reserved for the old folks, but these retro, tear-shaped campers make me want to travel cross country before I become a member of AARP. Did I mention that they're also highly customizable - you can choose from a variety of exterior/trim colors, interior fabrics, floor plans and other add-ons like stereos, DVDs, refrigerators and more. I'll say it again, SO cute!

Cold And Calculated

Last night I went to see "A Single Man," the directorial debut from fashion designer Tom Ford. First off, let me just say it really is a breathtaking film. The set designs, the wardrobe, the cars, and even the pink cigarettes were totally covetable. Each scene could easily translate to a fashion-house ad or a Vogue editorial spread.

As for Colin Firth and Julianne Moore, they are both amazingly talented (duh) and did a fabulous job with what they were given. Plus, they're both very attractive and I could pretty much watch them in anything and be entertained. That said, I found myself emotionally detached from their characters and the film as a whole.

It's a sad story, and had I cared for any of the characters, I'm sure I would have found myself sobbing throughout the film. Instead, I found my eyes drinking in the beauty and my mind wandering. I think my friend Darcey put it best when she said, "The film was detached and I was detached from the film" - or something to that affect.

Coming Full Circle

I can totally imagine myself curling up in a bed adorned with the Bloomsbury duvet cover and pillow case collection from Habitat. Designed by Margo Selby for Habitat, the line features a sweet circled pattern of rich tones and soft pastels. Unfortunately, Habitat doesn't ship to the United States - guess I'll have to call in a favor from my London-based pal, Simon.

If You Ever...

Several years ago I stumbled upon a series of odd, but adorable illustrations by artist Jason Sho Green. The site where the illustrations were housed has gone missing, but I managed to find a few of the images through a Google search (yay, Google!). Above is one of my favorites - if I had a Valentine, I would give them this.

You A-Maze Me

I'm a sucker for super soft T-shirts - you know, the kind that make you feel oh, so cozy when you slip one on. In my mind's eye, this Maze Heart shirt by Portland-based No Star Clothing feels exactly like that - plus, the design is just straight up adorable! Could this be the perfect gift for your Valentine? Or maybe for yourself? Or for me?!!!

The shirt is available for $32 at both Little Paper Planes and No Star Clothing. Once you buy the shirt, submit a photo of yourself (or a loved one) sporting it and you'll score a coupon for 20% off your next order from No Star. Go here for details.

Slip(per) Into Something More Comfortable

Here we are mid-winter, the perfect time of year for French Press Knits to hold a slipper giveaway. The winner of said giveaway will get a custom-made pair of felted slippers - color and button choice is up to the winner. It seems a little counterproductive for me to recommend that my readers get over there and enter the giveaway, but a little competition never hurt anyone...right? Deadline to enter is 5 February 2010. Good luck to everyone!

Oh, and if you don't win, you can always purchase the pattern on Etsy and make a pair for yourself - and maybe a pair for me, too!

Light As A Feather

This past weekend, I visited some friends in the East Bay (as I so often do) and we decided to do some shopping at 4th Street in Berkeley (as we so often do). That's where I spotted, and subsequently started coveting, the On-A-Wing Blouse by Byron Lars Beauty Mark. The blouse is delicate and feminine with a cowl neck, embroidered feather detailing and side button closure. It's available at Anthropologie...but at $148 it's a bit too spendy for my tastes. Still, I can appreciate its beauty.