Pull Yourself Together:
Squirrely Behavior
October 26th, 2011 By

I grew up in New York City, so my understanding of nature and all its parts is somewhat limited. However, I do have an appreciation for fresh air, woodland creatures, and those $100 candles that smell like ‘soggy moss’ or some crap. Topping my nature list are squirrels, or as I like to call them, “Glamour Rats”—their wariness, constant fidgeting, and hoarding compulsion are things I can relate to…also, beautiful big brown eyes. My fascination with them led to the start of a collection, and though you’re not going to find me feeding them leftover hot dog buns in the park (at least not for another ten years), you may see me searching online for squirrel related items that don’t make me look like a crazy person. This week I found some new favorites, starting with the perfect, understated squirrel print dress.


Clockwise, l-r: YMC SILK SQUIRREL DRESS, $375.00, URBAN OUTFITTERS; ECUREUIL PLATE, $24.00, ANTHROPOLOGIE.COM; CONNOR SQUIRRELS HOLIDAY CARDS, $85.00 for 12, BARNEYS; AUTUMN SQUIRREL SALT & PEPPER SHAKERS, $10.99, AMAZON.

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seaofshoes’ Jane Aldridge gives us her beso January 26th, 2010 By

Jelly Garcia dress and sequin tube top from Mango

Jelly Garcia Dress and Sequin Tube Top from Mango

I’ve been an avid reader of Vanity Fair for years. And, while I haven’t quite adjusted to the absence of the beloved Dominick Dunne, the magazine rarely disappoints. The February 2010 issue, featuring photos of Tiger Woods by Annie Leibovitz, was no exception. In it, Jane Aldridge was featured as a Bright Young Thing for the work she’s done with her incredibly influential blog, seaofshoes.com.

We reached out to her to get a read on her current crushes. Herewith is Jane Aldridge’s “be so”.

What are your favorite jeans?
I like Madewell’s no stretch matchstick jeans. They have a nice high rise and a beautiful wash.

What’s your “go-to” pair of shoes for around town?
You can’t beat Dries van Noten shoes for beauty and comfort. I switch between a pair of pair of buckled leather slingbacks and a pair of yellow patent sneaker wedges at the moment.

Whose bag(s) are you carrying right now?
Currently I’m carrying a gigantic Burberry bucket bag that is pieced together with little gold rings. It was a great deal at an outlet store. It weighs about ten pounds on it’s own.

And your scent of choice?
I love Serge Lutens fragrances; they are very heavy and old-fashioned. I wear Serge Noire.

What stores are you drawn into?
Here in Dallas, I go to many thrift stores. I go to Barneys to buy shoes; American Apparel for underwear and shirts.

What color is your new black?
I like pale shades of grey green. It’s hard to come by in clothing.

What’s your favorite LBD (little black dress)?
An 80s puffy sleeved princess-waist dress that I got in Austin.

iPhone or Blackberry?
iPhone.

Ray-Ban Aviators or Wayfarers?
Aviators.

What’s was your New Year’s resolution?
To take good care of myself and people I love, and make more money.

And, of course, what’s your be so?
“be so friendly.”

We couldn’t agree more. Thanks for the interview; email or text us when you’re in town!

Chanel ponyhair herringbone boots, F21 tights and Zara Lamb Fur Vest

Chanel Ponyhair Herringbone Boots, F21 Tights and Zara Lamb Fur Vest

Animal jewelry outfit #2....the fox and the horses.

Animal Jewelry Outfit #2....The Fox and the Horses

 

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