I’ve had this post in the wings for months waiting for the time when I could share this amazing collection from Pendleton with you, The Portland Collection. I’ve been SO excited about it and I’m absolutely thrilled to share these photos with you today.
The Portland Collection is a new ready-to-wear line inspired by Pendleton’s rich archive of Native American-inspired textiles and blankets. some of my favorite Portland designers, Rachel Turk and Nathaniel Crissman from Church & State and John Blasioli teamed up to create this amazing collection and I am beyond speechless with the outcome. the design is so true of their styles, yet blends flawlessly with Pendleton’s archival heritage. the collection includes dresses with brass buttons, reversible outerwear, graphic sweaters, wool shirts, accessories, blankets and more and is set to hit boutiques this fall. to stay informed on availability and purchasing info, follow The Portland Collection blog.
I love these pieces from the Spring Collection of Portland’s Bridge & Burn. I’m lucky to have one of their jackets and despite that it really doesn’t fit me right now due to my big belly, it doesn’t stop me from wearing it almost every day. I can’t wait to try out one of these plaid shirts – post baby of course.
Portlanders, this is especially for you! the lovely Lisa Warninger of Urban Weeds fame is offering mini photoshoots – just in time for Valentine’s Day! Lisa is a genius behind the lens and these spots are going quickly. not only have your photo taken but feel pampered with wardrobe and hair styling, while lounging at The Ace Hotel which makes an amazing backdrop for a photoshoot. contact Lisa at lisawarninger {at} mac.com for more details.
each shoot includes:
photography by Lisa Warninger
location Ace Hotel, Portland Oregon
wardrobe styling by Lauren Hartmann
hair and eyelashes by Blowout
Paxton Gate, San Fran’s shop of bizarre nature inspired oddities, just opened a second shop right here in Portland. I went to check it out yesterday and – of course – fell in love with practically everything. we brought home one shadowbox framed butterfly, but I had to seriously talk myself out of lots more {like those knitted frog and rat dissections and an amazing specimen of an 8-10 inch long stick bug}. I think I’m going to need a bigger / second shelf. I wish I’d had my camera, but Cori took some great photos of her visit – you can see on her blog.
if you’re in Portland, Paxton Gate is having their official opening party this Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 8pm to 10pm with live music, beer, wine and h’ordeuvres. stop by and buy some cool stuff while you’re at it!
hi friends! sorry I haven’t posted anything this yet week, I’ve been a bit under the weather. seems I’ve caught a little bug! boo!
anyway, I wanted to drop in and say hello. Little Winter was a blast. Abby & Chelsea did a truly amazing job with everything. the set up was perfect!! thanks so much to everyone who came out and introduced themselves! you guys are amazing.
for those of you who couldn’t make it, be sure to watch this pretty video by Anja and pretend you were there for just a minute. {that’s our Imagination poster in the window at the beginning of the video!}
