One of the first case studies I read for business school was on the strategic repositioning of Ducati, the Italian maker of high-end sport motorcycles. Surprisingly, I found the industry, culture and company's growth strategy, fascinating. As such, it seems I've developed a radar for motorbikes and scooters. Growing up, my Father had a few Yamaha Chappy scooters from the 80s, clad in a vintage hue of canary yellow. I used to ride them around our back yard between the blueberry bushes, waiting for the day I could have my own. Sadly, my Father sold them and I have not let him forget this unfortunate reality.
The WSJ recently published an article titled "The Vintage-Moped Resurgence" that highlights the recent allure around the "skinny, slow and obstreperous" machines. Despite their less than favorable environmental impact, they seem to be in vogue, once again. Read on, here.
In Bed With Patti Hansen
The incessant rain in San Francisco has forced me to slow down and revisit books I've neglected over the years in the comfort of my own bed. I am always struck by this image of Patti Hansen "looking like a young Brigitte Bardot" captured by Michael Reinhardt in 1979. The image lives in VOGUE's The Editor's Eye, published in 2012.
A-line
Love this striped A-line number from Gucci. Shop here.
'Secret Hideaway'
Carolyn Murphy, is the epitome of beauty. Serene, sensual and effortless. I love this shoot by Mikael Jansson for Interview Magazine. The note on the editorial reads: "A seaside retreat stimulates the art of letting go. Stripped to the essentials, Carolyn Murphy mirrors her surroundings with unbridled sensuality and naturalistic poise. Elegant propositions to tropical dressing, thrown on with ease, assume their place in the sun."
To view the gallery in its entirety, visit here.
The Espadrille Slip-On
Love this cheery espadrille slip-on. Shop here.
Dim Sum
I was perhaps more excited about the rattan chairs and blue and white china than the actual dim sum for lunch yesterday. Alas, Yank Sing was delish!
Outdoor with OKL
Rafter 82" Sofa, Pale Pink Rose | Shop here.
For inspiration....Palm Beach Chic | Shop here.
Natural Bamboo Foldable Chairs, Pair | Shop here.
Hollis 17x17 Outdoor Pillow, Turquoise | Shop here.
20" French Anduze Planter, White Moss | Shop here.
24" Meyer Lemon Tree, Live | Shop here.
One Kings Lane has a fabulous curated collection of outdoor living essentials on their site. I'm having visions of the outdoor sofa above paired with potted citrus and an Arnold Palmer within arm's reach. To see the full collection, shop here. The time is nigh!
Garden Hideaway
Love this garden hideaway designed by Art Luna as featured in C Magazine. I especially love how Art Luna designed different pockets of space for conversation, the photograph evokes such intimacy.
Perfection at the 2016 Oscars
Charlize Theron always manages to get it right on the red carpet and last evening was no exception. Her Christian Dior gown was divine - seductive, yet so old Hollywood. Merci to my fabulous friend who hosted such a chic viewing at her house! xx
Foot Loose
My sister Caroline just introduced me to M.Gemi, a shoe company with the mission to "preserve the time-honored Italian shoe craft" crafting luxury (yet affordable) footwear with smaller artisanal factories in Italy. Their collection of driving moccasins in particular, is exquisite. Above, their driving moccasin in Hydrangea. Shop here.