{in the bank}

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I remember being 5 years old, staring in awe at walls full of locks and little metal doors, wondering what was behind them. I was waiting for my mom to retrieve our own box of treasures: passports, two dollar bills, coins, a few jewels, and some old photographs. It was always so exciting to rummage through our locked up trinkets, but it was just as exciting to stand in the vault {ever so slightly terrified that the door might close and lock us in.}

All grown up now, I haven’t visited a vault in years, and I’m not sure if it would be as fascinating {although I’m sure the idea of being locked in one would still be equally terrifying.} However, I wouldn’t mind being in a vault like this one. Converted from a bank to the flagship offices of Vanguard Properties in San Francisco, the vault/private dining room is the most glamorous room in the entire building. Not in San Francisco? You can spend an evening partying and dining in a vault in NY or LA, too.

charles de lisle for vanguard properties

{the gallery of her morning elegance}

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Remember this video? Her Morning Elegance was one of my very first posts. I still listen to the song everyday and the video is surely my favorite music video EVER. You, too? Well I have some awesome news for anyone who loves the video or who knows someone who does. {Or, anyone looking for a fantastic, out-of-this-world-no-one-else-will-ever-think-to-give-this gift.}

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You can now own a piece of the video. See, the video was composed of 2,096 individual photos, which are now up for grabs. Only one of each print will be sold, so it’s guaranteed that your print is unique and authentic.

You can purchase a print online at The Gallery of Her Morning Elegance. {Orders must be placed prior to December 10th for holiday delivery.}

{all images courtesy of the hmegallery}

{miami monday: 1111 lincoln rd}

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No, your eyes do not deceive you; that is a very pretty parking garage. Located at the corner of Alton and the famous pedestrian-only Lincoln Rd., 1111 is a multi-function space: parking, office, retail, residential, and event space. Built to maximize air-flow and light, the building is energy efficient {there are solar panels on the roof} and beautiful.

On the ground, there’s Y-3, Taschen, Babalu, Shake Shack, Nespresso, and a sprinkling of other storefronts. You’ll find Alchemist, one of Miami’s chicest boutiques, located on the 5th floor… right in the middle of the parking garage. The highly conceptual shop {in a highly conceptual spaces} offers, of course, more conceptual fashion from the likes of Maison Martin Margiela, Rick Owens, and Chrome Heats. In other words, Scott Schumann can go ahead and wander around the 5th floor of the garage to capture a few of Miami’s more eccentric fashionable creatures whenever he visits Miami next.

Lucky for us, the garage is never full {miraculous by Miami standards}, so take advantage before everyone else figures out that it’s actually a car park.

images via 1111 lincoln’s website

{paris via australia}

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What is it with those Aussie’s?

Besides having some incredible bloggers, there’s yet another amazingly wearable line coming from the land down under. Meet MyPetSquare, bringing you Paris via Australia. The new Cine Collection is inspired by the French New Wave and is the very definition of effortless chic. {Aren’t you already picturing Emma Watson in one of these with her new Jean Seberg crop?} Best of all? They ship worldwide.

{intimate & on display}

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“…the act of displaying what is meant to be intimate is seductive and decidedly feminine.”

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There’s something beautiful in showing off things that are meant to be on the inside or underneath. A sliver of silk or a frill of lace peeking out from under a skirt, a satin strap slipping off the shoulder, it all suggests the possibility of being undressed, of another layer, and of intimacy.

Whether it be emotions, secrets, skin, fears, or a garter, the act of displaying what is meant to be intimate is seductive and decidedly feminine. It’s powerful, inviting, flirtatious, and delicate. In our dress, the effect ranges from daring to innocent to modest. {The last being a sign of the times in the fact that so many women skip the garters or slips.} In the home, taking something lovely that is usually kept in the closet or lingerie chest and placing it on the wall or by the window for all to see gives a room a playful, whimsical effect. And, in our relationships, the result can be devastatingly beautiful and empowering.

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{edison bulbs}

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Despite the fact that most of the lights in my home have been converted to CFL’s, I still have a big space in my heart for the warm glow of an old fashion filament bulb. It seems I’m not the only one missing the curls of glowing filament. Edison bulbs, also known as reproduction bulbs, are enjoying a revival. While they don’t come cheap {sometimes costing $20 a bulb}, there’s really nothing like their warmth and visual appeal.

If you’re interested, Rejuvenation has a whole host of reproduction bulbs, from 1920′s style handpainted gold globes to the classic tungsten or carbon filament bulbs. And, for those looking for a greener option, Plumen makes a gorgeous bulb, suitable for exposed bulb fixtures or cages.

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{bit of beauty: doutzen by carter smith}

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A little belle du jour kitten hair and lady like trench will never get old and are perfect for a fall day. For the evening, a camel colored cocktail dress, sky high heels, and a smattering of gems. So how to get the hair? Grab your rollers, a can of spray, and a rat-tail comb. Roll. Release. Tease. Spray…. or subscribe to this blog for a video tutorial and holiday glam guide.

{images by Carter Smith for Marie Claire}