The Jacqui Bag
I love this Jacqui Bag from the new Jacqui handbag company. The Portland-based company was created by designer Matt Pierce whose work you may know from the beloved Wood & Faulk line. Today, he is kicking off a Jacqui kickstarter campaign where you can get in early to nab the beautiful leather bags in black or fawn or get a nice leather clutch — all at early bird super discounted prices. Buying these bags not only supports the creation of Jacqui, but it supports the woman-owned small business manufacturing operation in Portland who handcrafts all bags in this new line. I really want one of the fawn-colored Jacquis and that lining is the kind of thoughtful special detail that really tugs at my heartstrings.
See all the bag options HERE! And keep up with Jacqui on Instagram.
LOOKBOOK CREDITS: Photos: Charise Ash Styling: Matt Pierce & Kristen Robison Hair & Makeup: Madeline (the model’s own) Model: Madeline
WHIT x Helen Dealtry
Just wonderful! This new collaboration between WHIT clothing designer, Whitney Pozgay, and artist Helen Dealtry is so good! I was looking through the WHIT Spring/Summer 2018 and it came as no surprise that all my favorite pieces this season are the ones covered in Helen’s gorgeous flower designs. My favorites are the Casa Dress, the Loli Dress (more sizes available HERE), the Georgia Dress (white flowers on white cotton! lovely!), the Yoke Skirt, and the Sun Coat. All Whitney’s designs are so versatile and sweet — such a great collection. More designs right HERE and HERE.
Also, I would love to hang one of Helen’s beautiful Anemone paintings on the “botanical walls” I’m working on for our dining room. AND I’m SO IN LOVE with this dreamy Aestas scarf on Helen Dealtry’s shop! Find more of Helen’s artwork and scarves HERE.
Images courtesy of WHIT. Photography by Jimmy Marble.
SABRINAGOH
I love so much of the beautiful SABRINAGOH Spring 2018 collection from Singapore-based designer Sabrina Goh. This line is her Elohim collection that is a tribute to a god of creativity and features Goh’s love of sculptural and architectural shapes. Right now, my very favorites from SABRINAGOH are the black Lea Puff Sleeves Top (the red and the white are super cute, too!), the white Kori Kimono Top, the cream Riley Cross Back Dress (love it in navy, too!), the Frida Puff Sleeves Dress in both black and red, the white Tessa Dress (and in black!), the Lorelei Dress, the Aria Tube Top, and the Aspen Yukata. Some of her white dresses would be so sweet worn as casual bridal attire (white Frida Puff Sleeves!). More HERE.
Images courtesy of SABRINAGOH
Lovely Things: Mother’s Day Edition
Hello! Here is a new installment of LOVELY THINGS and, this week, I decided to give it a loose Mother’s Day theme with a bunch of things that I think my mom friends, you, your moms, and your grannies might like to be gifted. There are lots of brick and mortar shops here if you live locally in Portland. Go shop around! And, as always, sending out hugs to everyone who has a hard time on this celebratory day — whatever the reason. Life can feel pretty loaded — you aren’t alone. Take care of yourself and take it easy. Lots of love to all my ladies who are raising the coolest kids — I’m so happy to get to see it all happen and to know your amazing babes. More LOVELY THINGS.
This beautiful linen jacket would be a super closet staple for… well, everyone? PROMO: Free Worldwide Shipping! (no code needed)
Maybe mom needs a cute new dress that works in all seasons.
Your momma probably doesn’t want to get a sunburn while strolling beaches or drinking pink wine (or gin!) on patios. PROMO: Free US shipping on orders $100+ PDX SHOP: Shop Boswell is located at 729 SE Morrison Street ♥
That mom you’re shopping for and I both want these stunning new earrings. PROMO: Free U.S. shipping!
I’ve seen these beauties in person and they are super fun and pleated totally by hand. PROMO: Get 20% off with code: MAMA now thru 5/13 & free US shipping on orders $75+!
Oh, just a super special little clover necklace that lucky dreams are made of.
YES. This linen tee is so sweet with that skirt and would be a simple sundress coverup to have in your bag. PROMO: Free Worldwide Shipping! (no code needed)
I can recommend these lovely locally made mugs because I love the ones I bought for myself. PROMO: Free tote with every purchase of $100+ PDX SHOP: Notary Ceramics is located at 8035 SE 13th Ave. ♥
It would be hard to decide from the faded rosy pink or the minty green. Beautiful! PDX SHOP: Beam & Anchor is located at 2710 N. Interstate Ave. ♥
YUM! Such a delicious collaboration between two Portland creative geniuses — Bergamot Cardamom Dark Chocolate. PDX SHOP: Olo is located at 1407 SE Belmont Street ♥
Perfect malachite and brass earrings that can be worn two ways! PROMO: Get 20% off with code: MAMA now thru 5/13 & free US shipping on orders $75+!
Always a good gift! A % of each sale of these boob rings (and necklace!) goes directly to helping women in need. PROMO: Get 20% off with THANKSMOM thru 5/14. PDX SHOP: Project Object is located at 2502 NE Sandy Blvd. ♥
Portlanders! Make sure to stop by Pam’s shop, Ink & Peat, for Mother’s Day goodies. PROMO: There will even be a 20% off sale at the shop this Friday, May 11, from 5PM to 8PM. Ink & Peat is located at 3808 N. Williams Avenue. There will be snacks and drinks, too! ♥
Say it with big ol’ hoops and other statement jewels. PDX SHOP: Betsy & Iya is located at 2403 NW Thurman Street ♥
… or maybe swinging brass petals? PROMO: Free U.S. shipping on orders $250+! PDX STUDIO: The Seaworthy studio is located 3322 NE Wasco St (you can arrange to pick up locally and follow them for open studio days!) ♥
Each one of these blush glass vases is sweet on its own or clustered with other vases. PROMO: Free U.S. shipping on orders $250+! PDX SHOP: Woonwinkel is located at 935 SW Washington Street ♥
Does your momma need a chill pill, some brain tonic, or a cup of fireside chai? PROMO: Free US Shipping now thru 5/10! PDX SHOP: Wild Poppy Goods is located at 5713 NE Fremont Street ♥
Maybe mom needs a dreamy suede jacket that makes her feel like a French pop chanteuse?
Get yourself (I mean, your mom!) a beautiful leather handbag that comes with a shoulder strap and a cross-body strap.
Does your momma sew? A very affordable subscription to this magazine comes with so many amazing sewing pattern freebies, a ton of useful info, and a sewing community forum.
An intriguing fragrance can be an incredibly sweet gesture and may find your loved one with a new signature scent. I wear Cedar & Rose pretty much constantly all summer. PDX SHOP: Olo is located at 1407 SE Belmont Street ♥
These necklaces look so good together — the Cloud Peak and the small Hyalite Diamond pendant.
Moms, and non-moms alike, love gauzy block print scarves, like these versatile cotton voile honeys. PROMO: Get 20% off with code: MOMLOVE 5/10 thru 5/13 + free U.S. shipping on orders $100+! PDX SHOP: Tilde is located at 7919 SE 13th Ave. ♥
I’m partial to this jean jacket with hand patched antique bandanas, but all these jean jackets look great. PDX SHOP: Madewell is located at 30 NW 12th Ave. ♥
Maybe mom would like a dreamy KC poppy pillow to rest her pretty face on? PROMO: Free U.S. ground shipping on orders $75+
How about a comfy block print robe or an amazing scarf?
I love this linen bag. I have the pink linen version that is my favorite for farmers market shopping and for beach times. PDX SHOP: Alder & Co. is located at 616 SW 12th Ave. ♥
Maybe mom’s a little woo woo and would love a game of lunar phases dominoes? PROMO: Free U.S. shopping for orders $250+ PDX SHOP: Woonwinkel is located at 935 SW Washington Street ♥
Anything from Tata Harper would likely thrill any lady. Perhaps a bottle of Hydrating Floral Essence to spritz before her face cream, the ultra healing Repairative Moisturizer, or one of the beautiful TH Face Masks would help her face feel super nourished and soft. PROMO: Free U.S. shipping for orders $50+
I love Debbie’s foggy mountain art print, the rose garden print, and really everything else she does. PROMO: Free U.S. shipping on all orders.
So many simple beautiful things in this shop. I especially love this barrette right now.
Does the mom you are shopping for have a bit of a sweet tooth? All the cookies and other sweets from Jenna and Mark are insanely delicious. They also have lots of sampler gift box options!
Sleep tight, mom. She can rest her head under a brass phases of the moon garland. PDX SHOP: Charming the Moon will be at a Portland pop up shop this Saturday, May 12, from 12PM to 7PM at The Cleaners at Ace Hotel at 403 SW 10th Ave. ♥
Thompson Street Studio
Love love love these wonderful patchwork quilts from Thompson Street Studio by Kiva Motnyk. I love her muted palettes, use of natural dyes, and clever construction. Kiva grew up in an artistic household and its communal dance, painting and photography studio in SoHo. As a textile designer and creative director, she has continued this creative environment with a new generation of artists and designers. I cannot stop ogling Kiva’s Nathalie Patchwork Quilt. I also love the Lavender Grey Patchwork Quilt, the Multi Circle Quilt (this one really reminds me of designs from the Bauhaus Art Movement!), and the Neutral Patchwork Coasters. More HERE.
