Art: Artists & Fleas

Today I was at "Artists & Fleas" -- an amazing flea market for artists in Bklyn. It took my breath away as soon as I walked in. This garage-turned-market is filled corner to corner with fantastic, one-of-a-kind artisan wares -- mostly jewelery and t-shirts, but also books, records, and vintage clothes. There's even a DJ mixing the best beats while you shop (if you can even imagine the type of music you'd want to hear at an artist's flea market, then that's exactly what he was playing).

What's most important to note here, is how NICE everyone was. These are working artists, who are genuinely passionate about their crafts and eager for you to try them on, touch them, and ask questions (most of the artists also sell their work on etsy.com).

The place has such a great ambiance and flavor to it. I looked at everything and my eyes lit up every time I heard the stories behind the crafts. Like, "Oh, those earrings are made from old pennies covered in found paper." Or, "I found the centerpieces for the necklaces in an old button store." Or, "my mom just showed me a whole box of jewelery she had from the 80's, big gaudy rings that I can take apart. But not this piece. This one I'm keeping." Or, "yes, my husband and I designed all these pieces together. The necklaces are only $10." Or, "sure, we take credit cards!"

I went home with the first piece of jewelery I spotted as soon as I walked in the store. My friend told me I gravitated towards it so quickly, that I needed to get it. So now it's around my neck. And it has wings. I can't tell you how much I love it.

"Artists & Fleas" is located at 129 N. 6th between Bedford & Berry.
Williamsburg, Brooklyn
open EVERY Saturday & Sunday from 12-8pm
Website

Fashion: Guitar Tshirt

I know the very notion that I am considering purchasing this t-shirt makes me a 16-year old girl. But isn't 30 the new 20? So that makes this only about 5 years inappropriate.

But, pleeeease?

I think I deserve it. You have no idea how much better I am getting on the guitar. And how much of a butterfly I really am. I wish it didn't say Jason Mraz on the front. But. Well. He did email me personally that one time. Remember?

So, can I get it?

Fashion: Shoes

Silver shoes with teal trim
Dillard’s.


Orig. $79.00
Now $19.75











Mary Jane Beige Pumps
$19.99
Target

Product: Hoodie

Practice Hoodie
The Practice Series is your old-school college sweatsuit with new feminine detailing and added stretch for uninhibited motion.

Made from cotton fleece with a soft, brushed inner, these semi-fitted pieces all feature rib trim.

The Practice Hoodie has a cinch hood, ¾ sleeves front kangaroo pockets, a full front zip, tonal floral print at front, and striped taping inside hood and cuffs.

Sold at Athleta for $69
And I want it.

Product: Earrings

Can you believe these earrings? Aren't they darling?

They are made from sterling silver, cotton, and glass. Tell me, when was the last time you owned a piece of jewelery that contained all of those materials?

I saw them online at the Anthropologie store. I so fell in love with that store when I walked in it for the first time this summer. It's a wonderful, wonderful store. Such beautiful fashion. Such unfordable prices.

These puppies are $68.
That's 6 thousand 8 hundred pennies. Start saving ladies.

Zoom in on them here.

Fashion: Shopping Spree

Sometimes, it's a good idea to get it all done at once. Think of all the energy you've saved not having to grumble, "I have to tell you, I have nothing to wear."


Problem solved.

Well, for the next few months at least.

Fashion: The Red Shoes

Have you ever seen such a perfect pair of red shoes? Do you even own red shoes? I think they are officially a must have. If you don't believe me, go to a shoe store, and try a pair on. Tell me how you feel. Part of you will feel like you're 4 years old again, slipping into your red, shiny, fat-strapped mary janes (the red ones, of course). And then the other part of you will realize that these are not shiny, and they don't have straps, and you are 2 inches taller as soon as you slip them on. And damn, you'll feel like a woman.

I just got these. And they will go with everything. The lady in the cute little boutique store said to me, and I quote, "They'll look great with jeans!" I saw Amy Sedaris on David Letterman a few weeks ago, and she said, "What's with sales ladies always telling you to buy something because it will look great with jeans?"

I replied to the lady, "I know, they will."

And then I said, gushing, "You can wear the most normal outfit in the world, and then put on a pair of red shoes like these, and suddenly, you're not normal anymore. You're something more."

She leaned close with a knowing nod and said, almost hushed, "That's right. You're fabulous."

These are the new fabulous shoes I have to tell you about. Purchased today for $64. Otherwise known as the low, low price of, "I'm keeping these puppies for life".

Fashion: Garden Dress

For today's review, I have to tell you about a dress. It's not a deeply spiritual thing to write about, I know. But work with me here.

Think of something in your closet that makes you smile as soon as you put it on. Think of something in your closet that feels like a best-kept-secret. And you own it.

Yes, it's just a dress. I didn't buy it in Paris. I bought it in Target. Which means you could drive to the mall right now, where ever you are, and pick one up in your size. It's called the Isaac Mizrahi Garden Dress, and I have it in Chocolate. Rumor has it, blue and black are also floating around. It cost me $34.

I wore it this weekend to a wedding. Its empire waist makes you feel like you're five years younger than you were before you slipped it on. It's knee-length floaty skirt takes about another year off. Then try dancing in it, next to an ocean, with the wind blowing in your hair, to only your favorite songs. Go on, try it.

I found it in Target when I was there looking for something that was completely *not* a Summery brown dress. Isn't that always how it goes? I walked by it, and made a little girly gasp. You know, the one that you make when you see a new potential best-kept-secret in your size at a great price. The gasp that, if song lyrics were written for it, would be: "I can't believe I just found something that matches the fantasy in my head of the dress I would like to own. OOh baby. Ooh oh baby."

Now, you may think I'm nuts for writing this. And until last night I would have accepted that presumption as a possibility. But last night I discovered that other woman are talking about this dress online. Yes, other women are taking the time to reflect on how they felt when they first saw this dress and how wearing it makes them feel.

Here are some quotes:

I have this dress in floral, navy, and now this chocolate.

Ran into "Tarjay" to get some school supplies and this dress made me stop. Grab it and kept going, knowing I will probably return it later. Got home and tried it on and "wow".

I love this dress and have it in black as well! I got so many compliments... A must have for your wardrobe!

Adorable dress!

I got this dress today at my local Target and love it! This dress looks very flattering on. Superb dress!

See, I'm not alone.