Just Temporary

While I don't have much of my own Twitter following, I do happen to participate in following some of the great bloggers of our generation (sounds official, huh?!). About a week ago Jessica Hische tweeted a link that is an absolute gem!

May I introduce you to Tattly.

And the greatest part, all of these are temporary!! So that means I can actually drum up the courage to get one! I must say it is refreshing to see some design-related tattoos that aren't ampersands. Don't get me wrong, I love a good ampersand but there are more icons to what we do. 

At two for five bucks, this is going on my more immediate lust list. Too cool!!

{image cred: Tattly}

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

No. Not Christmas.

Project Runway!!

My favorite, most favorite show in the entire Universe started this past Thursday night. And I am not afraid to admit, I live tweeted the whole thing (@jhyphenl)!

So lets recap, shall we?

To start, lets go with my favorite designer so far. I know it's too soon to really tell, but this guy takes the lead in my mind. I will admit, not my favorite outfit of the night, but from what I saw on the pre-show, I'm into it.

Anthony Ryan

This was my favorite look of the night. It's pretty amazing considering they used pj's and a bed sheet. I have mad fantasies about having dresses like these fill my closet.

Viktor Luna

I thought this look came together, but I am really not into the fact that this chick cannot sew. If there is one thing I learned in college it is that you are nothing without a knowledge of fundamentals. I have a feeling the camera is going to love the drama around her, but she will be short lived. On a more positive note, she has style.

Anya Ayoung

This look was crazy chic. I have got to give this guy some props. He knows how to style, it made this look.

Bryce Black

This dress was cute. I am not thrilled he won the challenge, the man has a background in fashion! His entire existence makes me miss Peach. He just can't compare. 

Bert Keeter

Didn't love the jacket here, but that skirt is to die for! 

Cecilia Motwani

I loved this dress! But that puking clown made me lose faith in this girl. Humor should not cloud your design sensibility. I feel like they should have called her out on it. 

Fallene Wells

And now for the worst. I fully agreed with who got sent home, but this guy does not get let off the hook. I know the challenge was limiting, but based on what his peers put out there are no excuses. This was terrible!! Sweats with heels? Seriously?!?

Joshua Christensen

If you don't watch this show, I recommend it! Highly! It really is a feast for the eyes and the design mind. Design is design no matter the medium, which is why I find it completely inspiring.  

Let me know what you thought of this weeks episode! I'll be back on Twitter Thursday night, more than likely putting my two cents in. 

{image cred: Project Runway via MyLifetime.com}

Pretty Simple

While I have my over the top moments (ahem, my obsession with ruffles) I adore clean and classic design. It is just timeless. So, when I found these resin and silver pieces from Karla Wheeler Design I went gaga.

Talk about a statement piece. I need to get my hands on that ring in the very top right corner. Love it. They are all so bold and so stunning. This Etsy shop has definitely been added to the favorites. 

{image cred: Karla Wheeler Design}

Come One, Come All

The Hubs and I just bought some new DVD storage and I found a gem I totally forgot I had.

Carnivàle

Ahh. Don't you just love the concept of the intro. It gets me every time.

I was obsessed with this mini-series when it first debut on HBO in 2003. My Dad and I were super into it, and we never missed a Sunday night episode. I was totally disheveled when they announced they weren't bringing it back for a third season (that is the catch here people!). Any who, I NEED to tell you about it.

IMDB tells us:

"1934, America. The Dustbowl. A fugitive named Ben Hawkins finds refuge within a traveling carnival comprised of a tarot card reader and her catatonic/telekinetic mother, a blind mentalist, a bearded lady, and conjoined twins, amongst others. The carnival is owned by the mysterious and unseen Management, who has designs on the young Hawkins, for the boy is concealing an untapped gift: he can heal the lame and raise the dead--at a price. Ben also finds himself disturbed by cryptic and prophetic dreams, which he shares with a Methodist preacher in California, Brother Justin Crowe. Brother Justin, convinced by his dreams he is following God's will, has begun to practice his own extraordinary talents, although the preacher's plans increasingly lead to disturbing and tragic consequences. In this "last great age of magic," Ben Hawkins and Justin Crowe are moving toward a great conflict between Good and Evil, although it not yet clear on which sides these men will stand. "

If you do decide to watch I will warn you, be prepared for a lot of weird, but good weird, need to see more weird.

The styling of this series is flawless. I believe that is why they eventually had to cut the series, the production was just too expensive.

So before I get to rambling just way too much, Netflix this bad boy. Or go here and here to purchase. You will not regret it. I highly recommend it! In fact the Hub's has never seen it, we might need a snow day to bury in and do the damn thing!

Let me know what you think! I would love to know if anyone else likes this kind of stuff too, any and all opinions are welcome!

{image cred: YouTube, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}

Punctuate away,

Jessie-Lee

Classic Black

Yesterday I noticed downtown Lynchburg was festively adorned with Christmas wreaths. A little early, no? But the holidays have been on my brain all day! All the glitz, glamour, and get togethers that the holiday's bring has got me in the mood for festive attire.

I found these. And I love them. Even though they were not created with one ounce of practicality. It is all about the glamour, dahling!

Yeah, these take the LBD to a whole new level. 

{image cred: BCBGMAXAZRIA}

Punctuate away, 

Jessie-Lee

Skills

I am going for the short, sweet and simple route today.

I am digging these illustrator skills. It is a back to basics moment. And it looks good.

Check out the Etsy shop here. 

This is what it all means:

"During the Great Depression, U.S. president Franklin D. Roosevelt employed artists across the country through the Works Progress Administration. The WPA and its subordinate projects such as the Federal Theatre Project and Federal Arts Project embarked on a campaign of education, entertainment and art that brought the arts to people ways unprecedented in America, before and since." -Roosevelvet

Plain and simple. I like the prints. I am into the inspiration. I want to research it some more. Find anything? Drop me a line. 

Now to finish out this beyond exhausting day. 

{image cred: Roosevelvet}

Punctuate away, 

Jessie-Lee

Smart and Chic

I eyed these Kate Spade clutches a while back, but after coming upon them again today I knew I needed to share.

What a conversation piece one of these would be! And to top it off, they look good. Really good. I would carry one in a heartbeat (anyone feeling generous enough to provide me with one?).

These are all part of Kate Spade's Book of the Month Clutch collection. Personally, I love anything that includes classy typography and if I can wear it or carry it, that makes it even better!

One of these might have to be added to the Christmas list (and yes Babe, they are that much!). I know, I am dreaming, but where would we be without dreams? They are just so pretty.

{image cred: Kate Spade 1, 2, 3}

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Jessie-Lee

Cool and Classy

J. Crew is my hero. They know how to design. Hands down.

And that is how you dress your feet for fall. These fabrics just scream cool weather. And I cannot get over the herringbone and leather pairing. I want.

{image cred: J. Crew originally spotted on Eat Drink Chic}

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Jessie-Lee

One Word: Prints

I don't think I could ever get tired of a quality print. Bring them on. I will find a spot on my wall for them. Seriously, when I purchase a house one day the walls will be covered with frames of all shapes and sizes with varying work from floor to ceiling. I wish I was exaggerating.

It is an understatement to say I love design blogs, but one thing I find attractive is the advertisers on design blogs. Quality. That is all there is to say about it. Designers are very picky about what represents them, so they pick the best of the best of sponsors (btw: I would love to get some offers, hint, hint!). I found one of these hidden gems today, and let me just show you the lovelies it has to offer.

I know, a little backwards today. I usually tell you about the pretty things before I show them to you, but I couldn't help myself. Spur Stor is an extension of Spur, a Baltimore, MD design agency. And let me tell you, this agency is pretty bad ass. If there was a dream position with dream clients this might be it. They describe themselves as:

"visual problem solvers who approach every project by connecting words and images with wit and clarity."

How brilliant is that? I strongly encourage you to check out their portfolio here. They have some amazing work in there, it's crazy. Anyway some of their favorite pieces, and those side projects we all like to get involved with are for sale in Spur Stor. Some of those for sale are what I have pictured here.

I personally love their collection Couples, which is comprised of Dada inspired collages. Now if you know me, you know I adore Dada. It is one of those things I don't have much rhyme or reason for, but I am insanely attracted to that time period and the brilliance that came from it. Love. If I could have these on my wall I would, but the Hubs might look at me like I am crazy (he often does, in times like these he smiles and says "sure, Babe").

I am super excited about this find. From now on I will be checking out their blog on a pretty regular basis. I need to be in the know about their work, it really is in a class all its own and therefore extremely inspiring!

So, question of the day, just because I want to know. How do you feel about Dada? I swear I won't criticize you if you hate it, OK well I might judge...I kid, I kid!

{image cred: Spur}

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Jessie-Lee

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