Archive for August, 2011

August 30, 2011

emersonmade. first of fall.

i can hardly stand all of the gorgeousness that emerson has created for the first round of her fall line. you know how i always say that i want everything at emersonmade? well, it really isn’t an exaggeration. i’ll take one of each, please!

what’s your favorite of the new fall stuff?

black and white car coat: $278.00; black and cream ribbons blouse: $188.00; little black pant: $188.00; cheetah print silk blouse: $168.00; black day coat: $278.00; black suit – skirt: $178.00, jacket: $228.00

August 18, 2011

pattern: polka dots.

today’s pattern: polka dots. yes, i am a lover of stripes and polka dots. it can’t be helped. i mean, who doesn’t love polka dots?!

via dustjacket attic

via shop sweet lulu

via weheartit

via simple dreams

via pinterest

via between the lines

via pinterest

via oh joy!

via simply hue

via pinterest

 

August 18, 2011

superior servers.

if i entertained more i would love to have this set of stainless steel utensils with color coated handles. the set includes two solid spoons, a carving fork, and a slotted straining spoon. so pretty…

superior servers set by ladies & gentlemen: $140.00

August 17, 2011

double dutch sweets at the candy store.

i am 100% totally in love with oakland’s double dutch sweets. confectioner shiyuan’s creation the ramona bar is ridiculously delicious. imagine a fancy, high-end version of a snickers bar that includes nougat with peanuts and a layer of salted caramel, all covered in dark chocolate with salt sprinkled across the top. yes, i am drooling right now as well. the one place here in the city of san francisco where you can pick up some of her bars is the candy store in russian hill.

even better news is that shiyuan will be at the candy store this thursday for a confectioner showcase where you can meet with her and sample her chocolate. while there you can enjoy some champagne and take advantage of a 10% discount on any purchase you make throughout the event.

what: the candy store’s confectioner showcase featuring double dutch sweets
where: the candy store, 1507 vallejo street {at polk}
when: thursday, august 18, 5:00 – 7:00pm

August 16, 2011

sponsor spotlight. tea collection.

i’d like to welcome sponsor tea collection to mixed plate. the company started in san francisco back in 2002 with pima cotton baby sweaters and now makes clothing lines for newborns, up to size 12 for girls and boys, as well for women. their current collection draws inspiration from the vibrant markets of mexico. it’s all so adorable…

día de mercado blouse: $39.00; mucha lucha libre hoodie: $49.00; ernesto stripe romper: $36.00; ancho chile stripe dress: $39.00

August 16, 2011

nea is 5.

i wanted to wish janick congratulations on the five year anniversary of her beautiful shop, nea. i have loved her handmade jewelry and wall wear for years now and am so excited for the launch of her new site! head over to her shop and wish janick your best while picking up some stuff during her annual sale {through august 21}.

 

August 15, 2011

altar clothing.

independent clothing designer ryn wilson recently introduced me to her conceptual clothing line of handmade vintage and couture inspired clothing and accessories, altar clothing. based out of new orleans, louisiana, ryn makes her garments primarily using vintage materials while keeping fit and comfort in mind. here are some of my favorite pieces {ryn offered mp readers a discount – see below}…

joliet black gray satin lace ballet slip dress: $100.00; andalucia silk blouse dress with layered skirt: $112.00; gray canvas v-neck top with detalied stitching: $40.00; clara deep back black dress with contrast gray zipper: $90.00; laurel white striped dress with navy blue lace detail and cross back: $95.00; euphrosine lace blouse with bow tie and vintage buttons: $75.00

enter code “MIXEDPLATE15” at checkout to receive 15% off your order.

August 13, 2011

love you more than.

happy weekend! i had a really busy week but a best friend has had an even busier one. i tried to cheer them up yesterday a little bit because something happened that will now prevent their participation in an upcoming event that they’d worked so very hard on. i felt sad for my friend because of the pain they were in and how disappointed they were about the circumstances. but when i stumbled upon this letterpress print, i thought it might help in the cheer-up process since shark week is apparently their favorite week of the year…

i do love me some shark week. cute, right? it’d cheer me up.

i love you more than shark week print by sweet dee: $20.00

August 10, 2011

animals. on glass.

i love animals and go gaga over products with animals on them. paper products, bags, clothing, you name it! so it was only natural that i felt the need to feature these farm animal glasses by jessica rust designs

the glasses, like the others available at her shop, are made from recycled wine and beverage bottles. sold as a set of 4, you can select a cow, pig, rooster, or lamb design or go for one of each. also, a portion of the proceeds go to sustainable futures, an organization that puts the unemployable back to work.

which is your favorite?

animal glasses: $69.00/set of 4

August 9, 2011

snoozer loser preview.

hope your tuesday is going well so far. i have been pretty productive and am catching up on some work. i just had to share a preview of snoozer loser‘s fall/winter 2011 collection. everything is hand-printed in their studios in upstate new york, downtown new york and their brand new location, shanghai, china. the collection consists of eco-linen printed with water-based inks.

 

August 4, 2011

color: red.

red is such a striking color. a powerful one, in fact. it can really give you a pick-me-up when you need it. you know, slap on some red lipstick or put on a coat of fresh red nail polish and you feel like a whole new person! or at least that’s what i do if i’m looking for a boost. do you do red?

via my modern metropolis

via kinser event company

via design*sponge

via spoons of joy

via nola 13

via colored mondays

via pinterest

via pinterest

via outtram

via herecomesthesky

 

August 3, 2011

ridiculously amazing.

happy wednesday to you! here’s a little motivation for your mid-week…

make today ridiculously amazing print by luciusart: $65.00