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Sunday, June 21, 2009

Influences

I'm on my boat right now as this pops up in the blogosphere, but that doesn't mean I can't dish about what I'm digging at the moment. Oh, I didn't tell you? That's right, I'm on glorious Salt Sping Island on my boat for a well-deserved three-day weekend devoted to swimming, fishing, deer-spotting, craft markets, ping pong, wine, boating, ferry-riding, walks, badminton, reading and lots and lots of writing. Anyway, I digress...

First of all, I just bought this dress and I can't wait till it arrives*:




Catherine Malandrino is one of my favourite designers and though she is pricey, I have been slowly accumulating a small collection of items I managed to score at bargain prices. I am super excited about the above dress because it's one of those "wear anywhere" dresses which has a mega flattering cut on my body AND the pattern is made up of tropical fishes. As a child, I spent all of my Christmases in Maui, snorkeling and going to art galleries to gaze at the paintings of Robert Lyn Nelson, which this dress reminds me of:



I've been getting really inspired images on The Sartorialist lately - not neccessarily from this year, but I have been sifting through his archives for summer inspirations. This woman influenced a pair of sandals I bought:



Are they not the same?

This woman came to mind when I dug my old glads out of this closet:





And this woman subconciously influenced me to buy this dress from Velvet - which you will see soon in my Myth of Maxi dresses Part Two post!





What's been influencing you lately?
PS - I'm so touched that I have 59 followers, that I am doing a draw with all my followers names in it on Tuesday for chance to win a sweet pair of Forever 21 earrings. Just my way of saying thanks!
*Addendum - dress arrived the next day, holy crap The Outnet/Net a Porter has super-fast shipping!


*Addendum pt.2 - luckily we have wifi on the boat - pictures should be fixed now. post makes no sense without them!

16 comments:

Kass said...

I can't see your pictures, waaaaaaaaaaaah

Odette said...

me neither! I second the waaaaaaah

Cupcake Blonde said...

waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!

No pictures. :(

Glad it is not just me.

Kass said...

Whoo hoo! I see pictures now! Can't wait to see more of you in that gorgeous dress :)

myedit said...

Have fun on the boat... not jealous at all, I swear! the dress is lovely!

Fashion Cappuccino said...

Beautiful inspiration photos! I can't wait to see that dress on you! xxoxoxo

Odette said...

YAY! Pics! Love the dress you're getting! It's gorgeous and you're going to look gorgeous in it! :)

GS said...

Well this may sound a little silly, but fashion-wise I've been influenced by your blog as well as others lately! :) You've definitely got me thinking out side the box, wondering if I could pull off any of the great outfits you post and I have found myself taking chances with the clothes I wear and shop for as well as stepping outside of my comfort zone lol. I love all your dresses!

MS said...

I've been wearing a lot of ruffles lately.

Love that dress!! How fun on a boat. You have so many travels!

I added you to my blogger to follow you so now it's really easy. But I'm still confused about your 59 followers- where do I sign up for that?

Btw, check out my blog, I'm having a giveaway!!!

Mary Emily said...

Earth tones, it's crazy. I'm usually wearing spastic colors...but for FOUR days straight, I've been wearing neutrals. YAY! I really enjoy your blog =D

Marietta said...

Lol I was wondering about the followers too cause I was trying yesterday to add myself!
You are a big influence indeed and I LOVED your post about maxi dresses, with all the different combinations!I'm seriously considering buying one now.

Clarity said...

Snorkeling taught me how to swim. Great experience.

Cool post, you sailor, you.

Earrings?? really? My lobes have heard. "I will follow you if you will follow me..."

:)

elena-lu said...

oh on a boat! such a fun time im sure!

Sierra said...

Awww, have so much fun on the boat! I just got back and I have to say it was pure bliss being out on the water. I love your dress that will be coming your way soon - so lovely and the pattern is awesome. Yes, maxi dresses are the best. I love how the above ladies make them look so lovely. Happy relaxing and enjoy every moment!

Annie Spandex said...

Ooooh, let's see the dress! It's awesome!

Laura said...

I love the white flowey summer dresses but I'm not sure of the sandals on me. Can i pair them with my lululemon pants? Underfunded Heiress sent me to you... come stop by when you have a chance =)