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sorry for my lack of posting lately
but, i've been busy moving
as i've had some recent developements (all good !)
& have been away from my computer
& my sewing machine
& my knitting needles !
i hope to be back soon. . .
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20090602
20090512
posted by
simplyolive
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8:52 AM
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comments
20090511
is usually what i am drawn to while 'browsing' or 'shopping'
i saw the necklace here & here
among other places, that i can't remember right now. . .
& the bracelet here over the weekend
it's also featured here. . . which has become 1 of my favorite new (to me) blogs
. . . i would like to add both to my jewelry drawer !
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:50 AM
11
comments
index: jewelry
20090507
olive
brown
no. 15
no. 14
no. 13 -sold
the last of my necklaces
beads/stones/gems are another weakness of mine
i can spend hours looking at them
trying to decide which ones to buy. . .
+ loving : leonard - patrick - roy - & - fabian
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:40 AM
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comments
index: buy handmade, etsy, jewelry, olivebrown
20090506
olive
brown
olivebrown necklace
this one is 1 of my favorites
i especially love it worn as a lariat
i recently received an email from artist / designer claire nereim
she has collaborated with fellow artist julie cloutier
to create these fun t-shirts available here
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:15 AM
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comments
index: buy handmade, etsy, jewelry, olivebrown
20090505
posted by
simplyolive
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9:15 AM
3
comments
index: buy handmade, etsy, jewelry, olivebrown
20090502
definition
of self
the white strapped big bag
from definition of self @ etsy
it's a bit ironic that i found this gorgeous
bandage-inspired bag
after mentioning the shoes yesterday. . .
i also like this color
+ i think these are gorgeous !
+ ( & i don't even wear peach or gold )
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posted by
simplyolive
at
9:42 AM
3
comments
index: accessories, bags, buy handmade, etsy
20090501
vogue
russia
from vogue russia
via fashion copius via fashion gone rogue
loving those bandage-like shoes
the exaggerated shoulder
& that chained neckpiece !
ps : thanks for mentioning me in your little story
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:43 AM
1 comments
index: magazines, photography
wapa
studio
plankton
by wapa studio
designer : Ady
she lives in a small village on the mediterranean sea in israel
& studied ceramic design in jerusalem
this necklace is from my collection of etsy favorites
i love how it looks so strong, resembling a bone-like structure
yet is so delicate in porcelain, a favorite material of the designer
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:04 AM
1 comments
index: accessories, buy handmade, etsy
20090428



lauren kovin
s/s 2009
watch the clothes in motion in this short film
i'm especially drawn to draped knits/jersey lately. . .
& i love that fact that these pieces are versatile
& meant to be worn several different ways
+ this bathing suit
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:25 AM
5
comments
20090427
summer
flats


loving these FLAT summer sandals :
1. sigerson morrison
2. dolce vita
3. candela
available here
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:46 AM
3
comments
index: shoes
20090423
complex
geometries





complexgeometries
i've always loved a simple white t-shirt
these pieces are even better
makes me want to play with my dressform. . .
i did start sewing some more triangle bags
in 2 new batik colors
& a few more in the previous 2 fabrics
i also plan on making more necklaces, as i've had requests for more
stay tuned. . .
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:24 AM
3
comments
index: bags, fashion, knitwear, olivebrown
20090416


JEREMY LAING
fall/winter 2009
after seeing these images
i had to look further
i especially love the tie-dye-esque prints
& the seamed leggings
& his unique cutting and construction method
of which is mainly self-taught &
"combines organic and geometric approaches to pattern making and construction. . ."
"in Jeremy's view, garments are a sum of parts, all functioning in relation to one another and, ultimately, to the body. his collections often stem from his elaborations on simple principles of construction and form, drawing simultaneously from couture and tailoring traditions."
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:44 AM
8
comments
index: fashion
20090414




lately,
i'm obsessed with clutches
these are a few i've been 'visiting', as i'm on a budget
. . . & already purchased my 'bargain clutch'
1. costume national
2. mayle
3. jas m.b. .............. @ LA GARCONNE
4. alexander wang. @ OAK
5. coach (yes, COACH !)
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posted by
simplyolive
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8:36 AM
4
comments
index: accessories, bags
20090413
there's a little something going on over @ flickr called :
bench monday
this 1 is my absolute favorite !
. . . via ruth-anne
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posted by
simplyolive
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5:07 PM
4
comments
index: flickr, flickr favorite, photography
20090410
olivia
harris
olivia harris @ OAK
white ball hobo bag
. . . if i were to carry a white bag, this would be the 1
+ sounds of the universe
(i've been listening to all the singles online, as my pre-ordered CD hasn't arrived!)
also: take a peek here if you'd like to read my little interview
. . . . . (thanks hyla!)
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:00 AM
3
comments
index: accessories, bags, can't wait for the tour
20090409
exercises
de style







. . . this is why i love my sitemeter
discovering :
exercises de style
- swiss quality 1
- living pod
via : bees knees
these pieces are absolutely stunning !
i imagine wearing them with great slim-fitting tailored pants
+ there's going to be a little interview with me here tomorrow
& a give-away. . .
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posted by
simplyolive
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8:34 AM
4
comments
20090407
hemp
market bag





i've added new colors of
the hemp market bag to my shop :
fog
ecru
iris
slate
the natural & espresso are still there
+ kate's great style
+ (i'm trying to grow my hair out, but every time i see her, it makes me want to keep it short. . .)
+ just received this
+ (i love it ! all the images & the format)
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posted by
simplyolive
at
8:47 AM
7
comments
index: buy handmade, etsy, hemp, market bag, olivebrown
20090403
flickr
favs
1. untitled
2. 8
3. calatrava ?
4. cinƩmatique d'Ʃpaisseur d'eau_1
5. I iIi I
6. untitled
7. untitled
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:01 AM
6
comments
index: flickr favorites, photography
20090401
gemma
redux


GEMMA REDUX
i'm in L O V E !
i imagine wearing these with a menswear-inspired ensemble :
- slim-fitting jacket with a constructed shoulder
- simple tank or drapey T
- pleated trousers with a slim leg or skinny jeans
- & of course, amazing footwear
(i couldn't find a photo of what i was envisioning !)
-------------------------------------OK, similar to this, but with 1 of the shirts mentioned above
+ i'm finishing up some market bags in new colors
- & am hoping to get started on new items,
- which includes giving my sewing machine a work-out
- (my mind has been all over the place with job hunting & other stressful things,
- & it's been very hard to focus !)
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:11 AM
7
comments
index: jewelry
20090330
baum
und pferdgarten
BAUM UND PFERDGARTEN
from spring '09
luxury & formal
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:08 AM
1 comments
index: fashion, photography
20090326
kris
van assche



KRISVANASSCHE
see the necklaces here
loving the hip packs
& that shoulder bag
i'm not one to wear heels often, but these are GORGEOUS !
+ this blog
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:02 AM
1 comments
index: accessories, fashion
20090324
.
white


white
no. 1 i'm not sure where i found this or who photographed it, so if you know, let me know
& i will give credit --bill jacobson--thankyou linje lookout
no. 2 alexander wang jersey goddess dress, image via la garconne, see also here
no. 3 vogue italia january '08
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:17 AM
7
comments
index: fashion, photography
20090323

images via style bubble
style bubble has an interesting post
about sandra's foray into commercial knitwear
i am still amazed with her handmade creations !
. . .& can't imagine translating for the knitting machine
+ loving this
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:17 AM
1 comments
index: knitwear, sandra backlund
20090318


i received these photos(+)
in a recent email from ayzit
along with some very kind words regarding my blog
(which is always so nice to hear !)
thankyou !
+ thanks diana & martha
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posted by
simplyolive
at
9:57 AM
2
comments
index: fashion
20090316
masaoms
etsy

masaoms
my latest etsy purchase
. . .it's even more beautiful in person
i'm still knitting hemp bags
but am anxious
to start new projects/designs for the warmer weather
i found a small amount of bamboo yarn
(from a retail store that i'd rather not say --i was actually shocked to see the yarn there !)
and i have some lovely lace-weight wool & silk blend. . .
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posted by
simplyolive
at
9:35 AM
3
comments
index: buy handmade, etsy, jewelry
20090313
loving those hats ---i've always had a thing for ear flaps & chin straps
& the shoes from #3
+ i just saw this, thanks liz
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posted by
simplyolive
at
9:51 AM
1 comments
index: fashion, parisfall2009
20090312
from the SARTORIALIST
. . . i'd like to get my hands on ensemble no. 1
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posted by
simplyolive
at
9:44 AM
1 comments
index: fashion, photography
20090311



loving what stefano pilati showed for YSL
& it seems coral is the lip-color of choice for many of the designers
* i was SO anticipating mcQueen's show
.....& i have to say
.....i'm not sure what i think. . .
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:12 AM
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i amazed @ how well the vegan leather looks
&
i want to know what that 1st furry no. is made of
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posted by
simplyolive
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9:39 AM
4
comments
index: fashion, parisfall2009
20090310

some gorgeous elements in this collection
. . . i'm liking that glittery pucci-esque print
& clutches are everywhere
i've been hunting for 1 of my own & finally came across this
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posted by
simplyolive
at
10:39 AM
3
comments
index: fashion, parisfall2009
dries
van noten

bits of the color palette did not appeal to me
but
i did love the combination of prints
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:16 AM
0
comments
index: fashion, parisfall2009
20090308
maison
martin margiela




despite some negative reviews of the collection
i really like some of the pieces. . .
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posted by
simplyolive
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10:52 AM
2
comments
index: fashion, parisfall2009
20090307
i'm drawn to the structure
& tailoring of this collection
. . . look #2 in particular
ps : have you seen the new arrivals @ LaGarconne ?!
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