A howling beast hears us talk

Desert holidays.

One of the best early presents I've received is the imported full length

My Head is an Animal from of Monsters and Men.

you always seemed so sure

via here

shortens our days, to longer nights

And seemingly in the blink of an eye, the holidays are here.

Lay your blouse across the chair

In what was one of the easiest house searches ever, I stumbled upon the greatest apartment the second place I looked. I can't wait to get in there and make it all my own. For this specific purpose, I keep a folder on my computer of dreamy interiors for endless inspiration. The most incredible parts of the tiny space are the endless south-facing windows, so I intend to keep the color and fuss to a minimum, which if you know me, might prove to be a challenge...

[I foolishly save these images without attribution, but they probably came from here, here or here]

keep yourself afloat

THIS

+

If I fall, would you fall with me

Mina Tindle - To Carry Many Small Things

Thanks as always to GvB for this goodie.

oh i've been waiting, definitely

Grimes - Vanessa

I keep my eyes closed and listen to the noise

Currently.

And when it's dark outside, you light the fire yourself

Knee deep in thesis finishing, I find myself getting so lost in the details and anecdotes, sometime losing sight of the bigger picture. I was surprisingly affected by Steve Job's death last week, not so surprising when I reflect on the 10+ Apple products I possess (only 4 of which are still in working order, one of which I am no doubt attached to at any given moment). He not only changed the world, but changed every detail of my daily life. I came across the 7 principles of his success, compiled post-mortum from one of the countless tributes. I find myself referring to them not only in the context of this behemouth task that is a thesis, but also in my professional and personal life, which, as in any creative industry, are constantly intertwined. I hope this helps anyone else in a similar spot!


7 principles of success


 1. Do what you love (Passion is everything)
 2. Put a dent in the universe (Have a big, bold, concise vision)
 3. Say no to 1,000 things (Focus, reduce the clutter, simplify, streamline, BRAND!)
 4. Kickstart your brain by doing something new (think differently)
 5. Sell dreams, not products
 6. Create insanely great experiences (Innovate)
 7. Master the message (you are constantly being judged, how well do you   communicate?)

Jay Stuckey, Submarino 2011 Collage on Paper 15 x 19 c/o The Company

you know i like my boys a little bit older

I will love anything that comes out of Elin's mouth.

the songs people will sing for home

From what may be my favorite new tumblr, USC Libraries 

help me pass the time

An eternal summer great, appropriate on this hot LA day.

morning finds you still warm and breathing

 Who doesn't love a leggy blonde, the chateau + hollywood?

Alexandra Spencer, shot by Kimberly Gordon for Stylestalkers, via knightcat

A love story with no end and no beginning.

Porcelain Raft - Come Closer

Lovely last weekend in new york. Spent eating at some of my favorites {here, here and here are the next 3 meals} shopping, seeing music {porcelain raft + war on drugs tonight} art, shows... 

already planning my next visit back.

The calm heart will break

Works from Italian artist Sissi, at Greenberg van Doren

I saw you standing on the opposite shore

Mr Little Jeans - The Suburbs directed by the high five collective

Joy, it's all founded

I am very much going to miss my little window spot and fire escape garden.

Move dust through the light

Going to go see the Lee Ufan retrospective at the Guggenheim tomorrow, must squeeze in all the art I can take in my last couple weeks in New York...