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Wearable Design 26 / Earthy Neutrals
The design: you may not know, but I have a real fondness for bulls–maybe it’s because I’m a taurus, but I think it’s more related to their association with Madrid, one of my favorite cities. This...
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In My Bag: Clothes
This week, I’ll be heading down to Los Angeles for a brief visit with friends, then on to the first leg of my road trip to Atlanta! In addition to Striped Cat Studio’s regular content, I’ll be kicking...
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Design Residency 37 / New Mexico Living
The design: Strohl’s brand identity for La Condesa is a stunning example of how gorgeous simple, classic typography can be. There aren’t a whole lot of bells and whistles, but refreshing colors and...
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Pineapple Printables with Studio DIY!
Did you see the pineapple printables I created for Studio DIY last week? Painting the fruit was fun, but as always, my skills would be nothing without Kelly’s amazingly creative ideas. She got iron-on...
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Wearable Design 27 / Cozy Autumn Picks
You thought I forgot about wearable design, didn’t you? I haven’t! With New York Fashion Week–the biggest one of the year–right around the corner and the official start of autumn hot on NYFW’s tail,...
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Fall Shoe Choices
So…which shoes should I be wearing this fall? Darby Glitter Loafers, J.Crew ($158) Volta Boots, Anthropologie ($268) Jeffrey Campbell Everly Bootie, Nordstrom ($199) Viv Velvet Loafers, Anthropologie...
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Have It / Need It 1
A good wardrobe always needs a few foundations: the perfect flats, a basic button-up, the comfiest jacket. Sometimes, it’s easy to get caught up in shopping for brand new pieces and forget about the...
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Have It / Need It 2
Last week I shared my favorite sandals paired with a cozy, beachy outfit, but this week I’m headed to Palm Springs for a design retreat and I’m taking full advantage of what may be my last chance to...
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Have It / Need It 3
October 1 means we’re now well into fall, and in California, that means it’s time to break out lightweight jackets and sweat in our boots and jeans. This month’s “have it” is one of my favorite, and...
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Have It / Need It 4
Fall always seems like the best time of year to break out a neutral color palette: after a summer of neons and before a gray winter, cream and brown seem to hit the spot wardrobe-wise. Not only do I...
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Design Residency 45 / Folk Art Inspired Bedroom
I grew up watching my mom sew costumes and quilts, so I’ve learned to appreciate a good textile. Folk Fibers is beyond good: their hand quilted, hand dyed blankets are the epitome of gorgeous, tactile...
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Have It / Need It 5
I’m still waiting for the arrival of sweater weather here in Atlanta, and I think my color choices are beginning to reflect my yearning for autumn. I’m not much a jewel tone gal, but every October and...
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Have It / Need It 6
Wit & Whistle has been releasing some amazing work lately: I’m head over heels for her recent houseplant portraits, and they’ve got me itching to pick up a paintbrush and illustrate our fiddleleaf...
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Have It / Need It 7
I’ve never eaten quince, but this Katt Frank illustration has me thinking about tracking some down soon. The organic, sketched look of her work is the perfect inspiration for a casually stylish...
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Have It / Need It 8
These boots were the beginning of my love affair with boots: the perfect winter shoe, unique and stylish enough to make any outfit chic. I got these boots as an early Christmas present in my first year...
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Have It / Need It 9
I’ve been drooling over this dark-background floral illustration by Anna Bond ever since I saw it on Instagram. The colors are perfectly bright yet rich, so perfect for transitioning from fall’s...
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Have It / Need It 10
I’ve been into floral patterns lately–maybe it has something to do with the lack of flowers this time of year? Of course, floral prints give off a strong feminine vibe, and since I’m not too into...
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Have It / Need It 11
If you’re a regular reader, you probably remember that I love birds–they’re just kind of weird and adorable, so of course I love them. While I’m not generally a fan of all-gray outfits, going super...
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Have It / Need It 12
Welcome back from Thanksgiving break! Since it’s now officially the holidays, I thought it might be time to mix something festive and bright into all those neutrals I’ve been eyeing lately. Amanda...
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Have It / Need It 13
When it comes to jewelry, most people seem to think in terms of gold or silver–personally, I’m a big fan of unpolished brass (and copper, but that’s a metal for another day). Brass is casual, goes...
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