GIGI STOLL: BACK TO KENYA

Photographer Gigi Stoll recently traveled back to Africa taking herself, a camera, and the cotton voile gown from the Spring 2011 Camouflage collection inspired by her previous journey to Egypt.

“I traveled to Amboseli Park for a safari & stayed in the 'Tortelis Camp' in a big tent. The game drives were amazing with so many different animals. Next, I flew to Lamu Island on the east coast of Africa/Indian Ocean. 4 days in a Private house - the house had indoor/outdoor rooms with pink coral walls, beautiful Swahili architecture & furniture and a roof-deck overlooking the 1000 year old fishing village. I also stayed in the 'Ngong House' in Nairobi - a fabulous treehouse in the jungle.
My favorite parts: the Maasai tribe, the endless sky & land, the beautiful birds & elephants, the vibrant colors, the delicious meals and all the stories from people about survival & determination. Kenya has forever settled within my heart.” www.gigistoll.com

CARING FOR YOUR KNIVES

It's that time of year again, when the sharpening service makes it's way around Brooklyn.

OBSESSION: DE VERA, OBJECTS

Federico de Vera created a book called Objects. Like everything else he does, this book is something you want to own and keep forever. An artist, jewelry designer, stylist, and curator de Vera is one of a kind.
http://www.deveraobjects.com/

FALL 2011 INSPIRATION: PH JOSH PAUL

The inspiration for the Fall collection began with the forest, specifically Bohemian Grove, a Northern California campground. Men congregating in the woods, dressed in traditional sportswear, plaids and heavy coats, coupled with the mystery of dressing for the evening, wearing capes and dark colors that blend into the night defines this season's mood.