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Boy, oh Boy! Here he comes!

Exactly 3 days until the baby arrives which is why you've seen the shop updates on the SLOW side! We're taking a break while we get ready and then settled in with our new son. Expect an unpdate within a month after we get a grip on sleepless nights!

Here's a little peek of our baby thanks to the new 4D ultrasounds!

sleeping...

 and then pouting because he didn't like being poked and prodded by the ultrasound wand..

 Sara will be shipping all orders and answering emails in my absence. Any emails that need to be answered by me will be done so after our return from the hospital. Have a wonderful weekend! xxoDree
  

What a slacker, I know. The blog has been a bit silent as of late and my sincere apologies. Some of you know, some of you don't but yours truly is a mere 4 weeks (maybe sooner) away from giving birth to a baby boy! That's right! Dree is pregnant! It's my first. It's a tad scary but a whole lotta AMAAZING, I have to say. There is so much to do to prepare for the arrival of a new one and it seems to hit all in the 3rd trimester. Nursery cutifying (my new word), registry finalizing, showers, birthing classes, and all the things a family must do to prepare for a bit of chaos. My husband is surely excited and just as busy keeping on top of things while my body SLOWS waaaaay down. Thank goodness for his foot massages. I'd be a wreck without them!

As you can see, we have a chic cover girl this week. For those of you in the blogging-know, Alix, aka The Cherry Blossom Girl, simply delivers! A French girl with all the demure one can carry, this beauty agreed to style out a couple of our pieces and make the looks her own. We love that she gravitated towards sequins but spun them in a rather classy way versus the 80s street way we're seeing stateside as well as abroad. But that's the way the French roll. And we here at the camp remain inspired and refreshed! Thank you, Alix, for being one of our favorite bloggers and urbanites to boot! xoxoDree

  

FALL 2009 COLLECTION!

You've been waiting so patiently and we thank you! We've worked hard to gather some of the best vintage pieces around to add to your collection and they are going up today! Keep checking back as it'll be an all-day endeavor to add all the items. Well worth checking out! xoxoDree

Summer Sale!

We're making room for the new Fall stock coming to the site (soon, we promise!!! We have SO many pieces to shoot and post so hang in there..it'll be worth it!) so we're marking down our Summer pieces for the urbanites. Every romper and summer dress is on SALE with HUGE mark downs so grab 'em fast!

A few of my favorite FALL things...

Crazy busy day today so I have to make the entry short in words but hopefully this stash of Fall images will delight? Random things, favorite things. Quick note: Our Fall 2009 Collection is just around the corner and we have some AMAZINGLY choice finds for the urbanites! We're working hard behind the scenes to gather and shoot so stay tuned and keep up with the camp news right here in the blog. 

Stripes. Seems as though everyone is obsessed? I'm loving the shoulders on this winner! Find it at Pixiemarket.com.

 

Loeffler Randal Boots: killer! @Net-a-Porter.com 

 

Along with these wardrobe pieces I'm loving: Yves Saint Laurent Tuxedo Blazer and Balmain's jumpsuit. (I'll skip the ridiculous price tag of $11,500 though. give me a break!)

  

Throw in the Roberto Cavalli feather print caftan for good measure!

  

Mark my words! It's going to be about the white shirt this year! In INTERESTING shapes, mind you! I want this one but in WHITE! @ Pixiemarket.com

Next Fall purchase: A modern cloche! @Urbanoutfitters.com

 

And these wedges by 80%20 look pretty comfy, don't they?

 

I just want to be her for a day. Image from Style.com

 

Some recent looks I'd rock this Fall. Created on Looklet.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some killah pieces from OpeningCeremony.us

A long fringe striped tank: love.

 

Chic nude boots/sandals by Hussein Chalayan and funky buckle boots by Alexander Wang.

 

 

Rodarte's Pleated Lame Skirt. We'll try to stock some vintage versions of this on the site for Fall!

 

I'm making it a point to introduce more flats and comfy/non-heeled shoes into my wardrobe. These menswear oxfords are singing my tune!

 

My Fall picks from Shopbop.com.

This feminine chiffon full mini skirt. Love it with the lighter denim biker jacket.

 

We have some amazing vintage capes coming to the site in a few short weeks. 'Tis that season!

 

A graphic coat suits me just fine.

 

Gotta run for now! Have a terrific day! xoxoDree

 

FALLing for FALL...

I think it's that here in Florida, it's always Summer! And while I adore being able to prance around in lightweight and flouncy frocks all the time, there is something about the Fall that really gets my heart pumping! It's the dramatic change we see in the lines of design and fashion and it's pure excitement to welcome it all in the wardrobe! We're stocking up the must have pieces for the season and currently taking a bit of a break before our  2009 Fall Collection Debut which will be happening at the end of the month. There will be some smaller updates and we'll keep you posted here in the blog so stay tuned! Kind of random, but here are some images I dug up out of my old archived files on another hard drive. They were under a folder called INSPIRATION (which, keep in mind, covers a VAST number of subjects) and who doesn't enjoy a dose or two of it? Enjoy! xoxoDree

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

that's my cat, Geisha! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weekend Inspiration

Before the hubby wakes up and while the house is silent (minus the cats playing in the kitchen), I've decided to settle into the computer chair and browse a bit online. I prefer this activity over TV anyday! Anyone like that out there? We're headed to Ikea after I make a huge breakfast for us which will be a fun and inspirational trip all its own. I get so caught up redecorating my house in my mind when I'm there. Dangerous! Then it's Greek Food downtown and a walk around the lake for some exercise. Maybe we'll watch a movie tonight. And maybe we won't. I LOVE unplanned Saturday nights where we can pick and choose our entertainment! Last night we went a bit overboard with some friends at an All You Can Eat Crablegs Feast and I'm still a little stuffed. Maybe it was the hush puppies too? Hmmm. Good times though..

Before I share some inspirational images, I don't want to forget to mention that I just added some SALE items to the department so check it out! We have some killer updates coming up with amazing new Accessories, Shoes and Bags and of course, Apparel! We've been loading up on some stellar Fall pieces and are anxious for our Fall Collection debut! Late August. We'll keep you updated but until then, you will see some pieces trickling in, here and there. Also, new Apparel was just added on Thursday so if you haven't had a look, hop on over and check it out!

Being an avid fan of vests, I think this might be my newest love...that dress is pretty fierce too!

 

I feel a DIY coming on with this vest..too cute, right?

 

Shoes...no inspirational blog on my part isn't complete without shoes! Check out these amazing platforms by Balenciaga..

 

These look comfy for Fall...

No words. Just want.

This belt, especially in this color is so chic, I can't stand it!

 

Simple ensemble with a bit of an unexpected color and texture pairing...adorable and sassy at the same time!

 

I'd like to call this bedroom retreat my own...

 

My love for birds continues...

 

Futuristically cool in a bizarre yet avant garde way...I think it's the hair that nails it.

 

My husband says to me, "You're, what do you girls say all the time, OBSESSED with that site, aren't you?" Looklet.com. Right now you can create looks with YSL's cage heels and enter a contest to win them. I'm all over that! Here's a few (amongst MANY I've created...obsessed, yeah) looks...

 

 

How about some cuteness for good measure?

 

Two wardrobe pieces I'd like to introduce to the collection right now? This beautiful silk top by Leaves of Grass and a cut-out embroidered dress by Tibi. Both amazing!

  

 

Maybe throw in this cat silk dress by Paul & Joe!

 

Sometimes my friends will email me fotos of outdoor shots they've taken on a whim. I thought these were beautiful...thank you Crystal and Kim!

 

 

The hubby has risen and I'm starving so it's time for breakfast/brunch! Have a fun and relaxing weekend! xoxoDree

 

Preview Shots: Update TOMORROW Thursday 7-30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

  

UPDATE!

That's right! We have another apparel update tomorrow, Thursday 7-30! Did you think we'd let our lovely urbanites down? We're jamming over here at the camp to make it happen with another shoot today. We'll turn it all around tomorrow so be on the lookout for the new goods. Preview fotos to be posted later today. Also, welcome Marisa, our newest addition to the team! xoxoDree

And there goes the time...

So my friend, Susie, introduced myself and the masses to a new site recently, which I am sure stole some serious, serious minutes from our otherwise busy days. It's called LOOKLET and to put it rather bluntly, BEWARE! Before you know it, an hour or two will go by and you're shamelessly addicted. Remember when we were youngsters and we'd lose our minds creating outfits for those cut-out dolls with their cut-out ensembles? Well, the adult version is here with couture and high end labels to pull from and bless their hearts, it's all online. You can change your model and the backdrop as easy as change her sunglasses or bag! While I'd love to create more looks, the wise one in me says to step away from the computer and move on with shipping. We'll see how long it takes me to be drawn in, once again. Oye... xoxoDree