101 Dalmatians is one of my favorite Disney movies of all time (along with Aladdin). To the plurality who believe Lion King is the best Disney product: I apologize. These shoes from Sergio Rossi are arguably ugly (though Emma Stone in Elle doesn't look bad) but if a designer was asked to fashion a pair of shoes for Cruella de Vil, no other pair could fit the bill more perfectly. The most amazing part of the Polka Dot Booties, found on The Fancy, is their ability to match the elegance and extravagance of a fictional character. Perhaps Ms. de Vil would have been better served wearing dotted Napa leather but her pursuit of fur is hardly as sinister as the movie suggests. Check out the Sergio Rossi website to hear more about the Creatures of the Night collection and watch a video dedicated to their design.
Monday, July 18, 2011
modern.dolls
It's amazing that this is already my second doll house I'm posting on my blog. Doll houses aren't something I traditionally associate with modern design but designers have been pumping out some neat toys. The Bennett Doll House by Brinca Dada, found on The Fancy, is a lot more practical and realistic than the previously featured A Doll’s House for Clementine. I suggest checking out Brinca Dada's website for two additional house designs for sale, along with a furniture set and wooden people. The price on the Bennet House is TBD but their other houses are $149 and $299, suggesting the doll house will be within the range of rational and affordable.
lightening.shirt
The Digital Lup T-Shirt, available from Your Eyes Lie for £35 (about $56), is a fun t-shirt to pair with a nice pair of jeans. Unique and... err... electrifying?... the shirt is a piece of artwork that wraps to the edges instead of remaining framed in the center of the shirt.
gresso.time
iPhone's are popping up everywhere and the cases are all starting to look the same. Buying a unique phone might give a little individuality but it's nearly impossible to live without the convenience of Apple. To reconcile, check out the $6,000 modified iPhone from Gresso. The company offers a few phones of their own and, for the right price, a willingness to create a custom phone. The iPhone 4 Time Machine, found on The Fancy, is your typical iPhone with six clocks from around the world inserted on the back of your phone. Grab a couple stares when your phone is next to your ear but feel a tinge of regret when the next iPhone is released later this year.
sf.liquor
San Francisco is the latest city to be honored with an Absolut bottle designed after the city. I've seen them in stores but haven't bought any yet, though it'd be nice to have one for the sake of a souvenir. With flavors of grape, dragon fruit, and papaya flavor, it's worth grabbing a few extra to drink. Celebrating the best city in the country, pick up an SF bottle before they're sold out.
lanvin.bowtie
I'm going through a bit of a velvet/suede stage (specifically with shoes) and this bowtie from Lanvin fits the bill. The Double Bow Tie, available from Mr. Porter for $315, is the perfect shade of midnight blue. The two side-by-side shades add character but keep it low-key to fit any black tie affair.
ferragamo.sandals
Salvatore Ferragamo is a favorite for their ability to balance simplicity with individuality. I first saw the Gancio Bit Sandal in their Union Square storefront and was impressed by how comfortable they looked. The gray suede is padded to create a better feel than the typical rubber or leather. I'm sure the suede will get dirty quickly so it hardly rates high for practicality but let them be your "formal sandals" (?) for casual but important events. Available for $295 on the Ferragamo website.
