SHOP TOUR: CAVALIER

I had the pleasure of stopping by the new shop from designer Jay Jeffers and creative director Michael Purdy, Cavalier in San Francisco. Cavalier takes up the newly remodeled front portion of Jeffers' (a widely celebrated decorator) insanely cool office. The pair were looking for a way to display and have designers source all the amazing goods from their world travels. I especially loved the curated collections of jewelry, decorative accessories and some insane feather skulls by French artist Laurence Le Constant!

Cavalier is at 1035 Post Street, by appointmnet only. (415) 440-7300

WRINKLE FREE

Love this idea of creating a succulent or plant display on a vintage ironing board, thanks Remodelista.

ZIO & SONS

One of my favorite people (who happens to be my dear cousin) Zio & Sons, is having his debut showcase of furniture and decorative accessories this Thursday May, 17th. He has a great eye and wonderful vintage aesthetic so if you're in NYC stop by his showcase at 264 Bowery Street. Enjoy!

MISSION CHEESE

Yesterday for Ma Duke's Day, I took the old battle ax out to Mission Cheese for some wine, cheese, spirited convo and more. I absolutely love this little concrete walled spot in SF's Mission for it's stellar cheese pairing list but especially their "market plate". Simply tell the cheese monger what kind of funky goodness you like and he'll serve you up a plate of gooey surprise!
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LESSONS FROM ALBERT HADLEY

I've worked as an editor in the shelter world for about 8 years now and have had the pleasure of meeting so many inspiring designers, however decorator Albert Haldey always stood out to me. His designs of course shaped the 20th century but his grace and humility made an equal and profound statement. After his passing I was honored to interview friends and colleagues for a piece on One Kings Lane—the lessons he passed down are ones to live by. Check it out here.

BAR CRUDO

It's been crazy sunny in SF recently, which means oysters and champagne are in order! Last night I went to Bar Crudo on Divisadero and had some banging kumamotos. I highly recommend anything from the raw or cooked bar—the tuna collar confit also made me a giggly little girl. Not sure if that's normal.
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PUT A RING ON IT

A Givenchy nose ring—yes, please! Featured in Riccardo Tisci’s Givenchy A/W12 menswear show, this bad boy makes me itch to re-pierce the old sniffer.

FAUNING OVER FLORALS

I had the pleasure of attending Kinfolk Magazine's brunch in San Francisco today. Meeting some amazing new friends, fellow stylists, editors, bloggers and more. At the end of the brunch there was a "farmers market" comprised of local small businesses. I took home some gorgeous flowers by Studio Choo and couldn't be happier.

MAKING ME SWEAT

                                              

             Loving these light sweaters for summer nights and oh yeah, these sexy sweethearts too.

I CAN'T MAKE YOU LOVE ME

Such a great cover from Bon Iver of Bonnie Raitt's I Can't Make You Love Me.

THANK YOU MR. DUQUETTE

I am working on an upcoming story on the iconic designer Tony Duquette, which has got me knee deep in mood boards full of insanely beautiful jewelry, over the top rooms and party shots but what I love about this job is how it sparks creative juices in all arms of my world. I am obsessed with the idea of using one of these malachite wallpapers, in honor of the stone Duquette basically made his own, surrounding a fireplace at a wine bar I am decorating—or perhaps in a small curtained-off room of the adjacent beer bar...hmmm??

GUIDE TO PORTLAND

I recently visited Portland and I have to say, I am completely enamored. There is great food, great shopping, amazing beer, incredibly nice people and it's super easy to get around. Can't wait to get back and visit some new found friends.

                                                          TO STAY : THE ACE HOTEL
 

The rooms are small but the lobby is a great place to lounge, it's in a great location to mob around on foot and you can't beat Stumptown Coffee in the adjacent room.

                                    TO EAT: CLYDE COMMON, POK POK, HOYT 23

Clyde Common is also located in the Ace Hotel, we had a brunch here of an amazing rapini and pistachio salad with a friend oyster sandwich. I heard the dinner was fab too, it's a must eat.

Hands down the best chicken wings I have ever had were at Thai outpost Pok Pok in the South East. They were fried to a perfect crisp and covered in a spicy fish sauce, accompanied by great cocktails and a super fun atmosphere make this a fun spot.

This area of PDX was a little too mainstream for my blood but locals said NW23rd street wasn't always that way. We had lunch at Hoyt23 which is owned by a well-known local restaurateur. If you're doing some sight seeing in this part of town, its a great place to stop for quality seasonal ingredients and a banging happy hour.

TO SHOP: TANNER GOODS, CANOE, FRANCES MAY, ANIMAL TRAFFIC, REVIELLE

Tanner Goods is an amazing men's store in downtown that specializes in locally produced leather goods—I suggest the over-sized biker wallet with leather strap. Raawrrr! The staff is super nice and gave us some great suggestions.

Canoe is also in downtown that has a well curated, modern selection of home goods and especially tabletop. There is also great local jewelery, bag makers, beautiful porcelain and gorgeous books available. Do stop in if your interior inclined.

Frances May carries brands such as Rachel Comey, Wings and Horns, Rag & Bone and more in a beautiful lofty space for both men and women. How fab are those pendants too?

If vintage is your poison definitely check out Animal Traffic on Mississippi. There is a great selection of denim, sweaters, footwear and bags. I bought an antique African cowbell here, yeah you read that right.

This place is serious, I'm talking real serious when it comes to Americana work wear and denim. Reveille also carries some fav's such as Pamela Love and Opening Ceremony for both men and women but seriously check this place out if your into vintage denim or turn of the century, meticulously crafted clothing. We purchased an amazing Mister Freedom jacket here that can't be beat.

                                             TO DRINK: DIG A PONY,  PROST

If I lived in Portland I would be a Dig a Pony most every night. It's in the SE area, near a bunch of other fun dives bars and a fab strip club called Sassy's. It has great cocktails, a sexy staff, huge bar and a perfect dose of that grimy hipster vibe that I'm not too proud to admit I like. 

Portland is full of beer, really amazing locally made beer. I definitely recommend going to the following breweries: Cascade, Green Dragon, Amnesia and Hopworks. One of our favorite beer stops however was German pub and biergarten Prost, (pictured above) on Mississippi. The outdoor area is full of very fun, buzzed locals and they pour the beer to perfection.

                                                                         ENJOY!

IRONSIDE

I absolutely adore working in the SOMA district of SF, there are so many great restaurants and bars to frequent for lunch and after work. One of my favorites is Ironside, it has a great industrial design along with fab salads, sandwiches and coffee.

KINGS COUNTY DISTILLERY

My boss recently gave me a bottle of moonshine from King's County Distillery, New York City's oldest whiskey distillery. Made from corn, the whiskey was surprisingly smooth and I just love the packaging.

THE BAY

 

          We charted a boat, popped some champy and took a ride around the San Francisco Bay. 

GUIDE TO THE L.E.S.

One of my favorite apartments that I've lived in was right in the heart of Manhattan's Lower East Side at Ludlow and Rivington. With pretty much anything I wanted to get into at arms reach or a few stops away on subway, I was a very happy camper. Margo Ducharme, owner of my go to shopping spot Assembly, shared with Vogue a few of her favorite LES spots and I couldn't agree with her picks more. Read more here...

ROOM LUST

                                                               I am in love with this room.

EATING GOOD IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

My two fav cities Brooklyn and SF have a newish eatery each that I've been wanting to check out, so I thought I'd share the love and get your thoughts. Isa (top image) in Williamsburg is the brainchild of architect turned restaurateur Taavo Somer. He calls the looks "primitive modernism" and I'm loving its rustic glory. San Fran's 25 Lusk (bottom image) is located in and old 1917 smokehouse, updated with a contemporary sleek sexy look. Yeah, yeah the food is supposed be banging at both spots too, don't worry!

CHAIRLIFT

Getting pumped to see Chairlift next week, so I thought I'd shine some light on thier new album if you haven't heard it yet. Something was produced by Hot Chip's Dan Carey and takes risks vocally and sonically which all pay off. Their electro vibe is hot to trot but the dark undertones are my favorite parts. Get some—all the cool kids are doing it.

HOT OR NOT?

                      I can't figure out if I love or hate these ombre tights, I'm thinking LOVE?!