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This is my daughter`s lookbook. She is 9. The fact that she can do simple combinations amazes me. Yet, I am more than confident my daughter will steer clear from the meanies of the fashion world. The ones who think your opinion only matters if your weight is “perfect”, the ones that ...

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Poodles by the Window in Paris

April 23, 2012

A sweet little window display in Paris, France.

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Elegantly Displayed-Chanel

April 23, 2012

When so many companies will over-embellish, place fancy fonts or graphics on their products, Chanel sticks to simple and elegant. Something to think about when doing graphic design.

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Heading to NYC

April 19, 2012

In about 4 weeks I am headed to NYC where I will be attending a show and meeting Paula from Paula and Chlo. I am furiously doing laundry and finishing projects. I am ecstatic. The last time I planned a trip to NY, the bottom fell out of my life. I found it sitting next to my desk. :)

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Inspiration Files-90s Style

April 16, 2012

Remembering all the jeweled tones, tighty-whitey`s for her, ties for girls, thick eye brows, bowed lips and gender bending haircuts. I have been waiting 18 years for it`s revival. Enjoy! supermodelshrine: Helena by Andre Rau, 1992 supermodelshrine: Nadege, 1992 supermodelshrine: Helena ...

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Croc Birkin Watercolor Illustration

April 12, 2012

This one is a little better. To color this purse I created about 14 different shades of pink, some which include a little blue. I may use this for one of my business cards.

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Stripey Pants Marker Drawing

April 12, 2012

Either I need a better camera or an easier way to be able to photograph my drawings. This one was drawn in with Copic black and Lipstick Red. Does any designer need any other color? I think not.

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Fashion Watercolor Hermes Bag Croquis

April 11, 2012

A watercolor in my favorite red, Alizarin Crimson from Windsor & Newton It has been almost 9 months since I created anything for anyone. Craziness in my life just made it impossible. Turns out the clouds are parting, school almost done for Spring break and I am lucky enough for Paula & ...

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