Xirena Summer Essentials

It's so not too late. These beauties came in this past week. Gauzy cotton perfect as a beach cover up, and adding easy elegance to your #ootd. (hahaha, but it's true). Come see the pants and dress too.

I love Xirena, a collection made up of only sexy colorful intimates/swim and pure cotton relaxed elegance. 

Summer Sale

We've been busy celebrating the season by marking down merchandise from some of your favorite designers! Come snag 30% off a hemp-blend tunic from Prairie Underground, a magnificently soft silk/cotton t-shirt from Majestic, or a crisp & classic button down from California Tailor (pictured below)!

Meanwhile, back in Park Slope...

Witness the work of George The Great:

The lights are embedded in wooden dowls- fantastic.

George Awad, truly George the Great, has been transforming the lighting in the store this summer.

It started with an offhand comment from my friend Christine, about her father's mini obsession with LED lighting. LEDs are something I have long championed, but had disappointing experience with. 

They are magical: very energy efficient, long lived and bright, but until recently the color spectrum available to the general public was limited to very white/ blue light- not the best for my warm store.

George's interest has led him to explore the options now available, including warmer tones, and the results are remarkable, as you can see in the before and after photos above.

I'm completely thrilled. 

And, among things that may thrill you: there are lots of good things on SALE in the store now. 

Come in, experience George's magic, and find something magic of your own.

Espadrilles!

I have been waiting for the arrival of Coup D'Etat Espadrilles since we were in the depths of winter, so imagine my JOY at seeing them in this basket when I got to the store today! I may have to take a ruby red pair home with me right now.

Cloudy beach day

Hans and I went to the beach last weekend. We had a great time, despite getting lost and driving two hours out of our way, and despite the fact that it was freezing. I took off my clothes for about three minutes, but I was still very happy to be wearing my new Lisa Curran lace print swimsuit! (Lace print bikinis are in the store now).

There was also a whale sighting, which would have been more exciting had we been the ones to see it. The lifeguard kept pointing and shouting "There it is! There! Again!" Cruel joke?

Your Ideal Summer Bag

Cute and functional - what more could you ask for in a handbag? How about Eco-Friendly! These handbags by Dutzi are created using recycled vintage burlap. Designer Ariane Dutzi hires Mayan craftswomen from the Yucatan to handcraft these beauties, making each bag completely individual. We especially love the rustic quality of the burlap paired with the colorful straps.

Whether you’re running to the beach or running around town, these handbags are absolutely perfect. And at half-price, how could you say no?