finger candy

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hot....pink

delightful

blue

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{happy weekend!}

A beautifully busy week here at {this is glamorous}, and along with guest posting and a fun new little side project, there will be a fantastic give-away on Monday . . .

{Do you have any exciting plans?}

Have a lovely, lovely weekend, everyone!
xo

{p.s.}
It's been delightful posting at the design*sponge guest blog -- here's a quick wrap-up of the week 's posts:

> monday: flowers on windowsills

> tuesday: easy chic
> wednesday: torn & glossy
> thursday: curling up
> friday: highland games

{top - camilla akrans for hermès; bottom - girl meets nyc, cropping, editing & polaroid treatment by this is glamorous}

it's friday! have a fabulous + stylish weekend!

ru_glamour

Blog Crush!

^click to visit

simply wonderful and very inspiring :) look at that closet!

DIY Bicycle Care ....Old Bike Blog and RidingPretty ..Series Intro

My New Guest Blogger: Thom at Old Bike Blog

I know a lot of you are buying vintage or want to, but don’t really know what goes into taking care of your bicycle, let alone refurbish it …and alas may live somewhere, where bicycle community offered bicycle repair/care/ maintenance classes don’t exist. And getting your bicycle work done at your local LBS (local bicycle shop) could be an option but you’d rather DIY and save some cash and be independent

SO….Ta DAH!!!!!

I'm pleased to announce a new periodic feature here on RidngPretty, written by Thom from Old Bike Blog. Thom will be guest-blogging about bicycle care basics and fixing-up your old (or new) bike. Learn basic tasks, starting at the beginning … like changing tires and tubes, adjusting saddle and handlebar height…Then progress and learn about chain care, brake maintenance, and lots more. With your confidence growing from these newly learned skills, progress to even more DIY bicycle knowledge! With Thom’s help you take on the more advanced skills… Just TRUST that with Old Bike Blog’s help that you can proudly refurbish your old bicycle into the real beauty you know your bicycle can be!

I'll be be guest-blogging at Old Bike Blog in exchange. I’ll be giving tips on green products and methods for cleaning and yes even refurbishing your bicycle with eco/green products.

And As Thom at Old Bike Blog said:

"Both features will be aimed at helping new cyclists get to work on that old Schwinn or Huffy that's been collecting dust in the garage, but more experienced gear-heads might benefit too."

So, watch this space over the coming weeks for Thom’s guest posts, and check out Old Bike Blog for bike care basics.

shelly | posted | Friday, November 22nd, 2008 |

11.20.08 // LONDON // Carnaby Street / AA Carnaby St's Friends and Family Night

A Short Film About Love.

SO a few weeks ago i saw a movie by my favorite director Krzysztof Kieślowski,
it was Called " A short Film About Love" and i have to say, it's one of the most brilliant and interesting movies i've seen in i can't remember how long.
It's definitely unlike any Love story you have every seen... haha
Though it was really different, for some reason, i could really relate to it.
Not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing? haha
Not sure why i'm posting about it.
But i was sitting and drawing and listening to music today,
and a sort of cheesy sappy love song came on, and it made me start thinking about how there are stereo typical imagery when the word "Love" is mentioned generally.
For example, i think of a big heart floating in the air, haha
but when each of us thinks of love in terms that apply to us, we picture a whole other set of images, and these aren't generic at all, they're specific to us and our dreams and experiences... i don't know, i was thinking about that yesterday and cracking up because when i thought about it, the most random sequence of images popped in my head.

So i was thinking as a little homework assignment to you all,
since I'm definitely a person that likes telling stories through images,
i thought it would be interesting to have yawl post two images that remind you of love. Not generic love, but your personal version of it...

i don't know, you don't have to if you don't want to.. wow this is a quiet the rambling post... i should probably go to bed now. hahaha

oh p.s. the picture is a 5ft painting i did 3-4 years ago.

P.s.s. Miss Sophie Ward wrote a really nice post on me today. She posted alot of my the drawing i did of her with the matching picture i drew off of. it's really interesting to see them side by side. if you want to check it out, CLICK HERE

city streets make my heart beat

calikartel

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thefashionspot

A Little Dazed & Confused

Well, well, well, the day starts and we are already off working.
Good morning! How are you all doing today?
Me? I'm doing good, gearing up to get alot of things done today.
Also, been contemplating a little dilemma.
Business or Clothes?
I can't decide. For the last two years i haven't really bought any clothes, (which is kinda funny being a fashion illustrator. hah)
cause i've been investing constantly in things of a business nature,
(Art supplies, Prints, Cameras, etc.)
I think i still have one more major purchase, but alas i find my clothes starting to dissolve. hah.
Quite the Dilemma, huh?

Well anyways, the post today is the Cover i did for the Dazed and Confused Cover Versions Contest.
The contest ends today.
In the past, i've been super anxious for competitions, hoping, wishing, and praying i win.
But always, to no avail... there are so many Factors in Art Competitions that i think i will just chill, haha.
Plus, i don't really meet the requirements; i'm not under 18,
but i'm hoping they're going to forgive me being 5 years older. hahah
Well, i hope you like it.

Wow, I'm rambling, but p.s., Check out Sophie's Blog post today.
At the end of it, she posted this story she told me when she was staying here.
It's incredible! It consists of Her, Her godfather, Prince Charles, Sting, and Sir Ian McKellan in a Castle!
Come on! How could you resist that! hahaah. It's good. :)

{it's beautiful here}

Lately have been coming across beautiful "handwritten" words across walls as art, in warm and wonderful messages such as "it's beautiful here" {above} and "And I Love You" {below}, and love the idea of being always inspired by favourite words and phrases . . .

The piece {above} is a neon wall sculpture by Tracey Emin, installed above a photograph by Darren Almond and an incredible glass box filled with gold leaf that sits on the coffee table, from David Gill Galleries.

{images: top - photography by Henry Wilson for House & Garden October 2008; bottom - from Haldane Martin's home in Cape Town, South Africa, as seen on AT}

where is the weekend?!?!

my motto for the day

Unmitigated Gal … 2009 Fashion Calendar

photocredit/source: annecutter/unmitigatedgal2009calendar

'Give a Gift Both Ways’ with this 2009 Fashion Calendar. This is a great gift to give, plus it benefits Jacquie Phelan. She’s surviving cancer.

The calendar is all vintage themed and features Jacquie Phelan, the legendary mountain bike champ. Though don’t look for mountain bike racing photos… au contraire!.. She’s dressed with aplomb, wit, and in fabulous style for each of the 12 months.

photocredit/source: annecutter/unmitigatedgal2009calendar

I just love this photo too. Jacquie also has a blog. I think it is so worth checking out for this amazing perspective from a woman who has lots to say, and has pioneered in so many ways. Go find out for yourself and start with ‘the about JP’ if you aren’t familiar with who she is. Also check out Wombats.

You can find Jacquie’s calendar here and Jacquie’s blog here.

shelly | posted | Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 |

The Ward Sisters

Well, yesterday afternoon, i got one more request to post this picture from the Vision Article.
Hope you like it. This drawing is one of my personal favorites.
It reminds me of summers when i was a little lad.
Hope you all are having an amazing week.

P.S. To those who have emailed or commented questions, i haven't forgotten about you.
i've been working non stop lately, but once i finish up, i shall respond! Sorry about that. ;)

Bicycling to the Green Festival SF

On the way to the Green Festival


Parking Valet


Parking Valet


Parking Valet


Checking Out and Rolling Home .... Great Green Festival!

shelly | posted | Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 |

{valentino + a little side project}

Have been amassing quite the collection of inspirational photos -- my favourite fashion editorials, labels, images, trends and styles -- so much so, that they have spilled over to a place of their own, {a glamorous little side project} . . .

{also: at the d*s guest blog}
monday: flowers on windowsills
tuesday: easy chic
wednesday: torn & glossy


{Valentino Spring 2005 Ad Campaign; Photographer: Steven Meisel; Model: Caroline Trentini}

ooo la la look: nicole richie

fadedyouthblog

can anyone id this top? pretty please ♥

can you see me

source?

want want want these!

good day

tfs

17.11.08 // LONDON // The Return of Charlie Boy / London Bridge

Sophie in the Cafe By Request.

Well in the last post,
i got a request to post a bigger version of one of the images in the Vision magazine post.
So here it is; hope you like it.

Cycle Chic Fashion Show ....Video

Yes, the video from the Cycle Chic Fashion is now available for your viewing pleasure. I'm including it here as the YouTube Video for your simplest convenience. You can also view it here at the Cycle Chic website. Good sound clips in the video about what bicycling and fashion can mean. “Cycling is fun and easy… elegant way to get around…shows how good people look on bikes.” AND if someone tells you that fashion and bicycling mixing it up together is only a 'trend', then they haven’t been paying attention to all the media swirl with countless bicycle/cycle chic references either in images or actual words.

shelly | posted | Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 |

{inspirational workspace}

Lovely little work area, part of a collage at {record the day} by Lobster & Swan.

{more lovely collages here}

Bicycle Chic Holiday Gift Guide

This is the second installment … the first one 'ETSY & STYLE… Bicycle Chic Holiday Shopping Guide' is here.

Remember to support our bicycle loving crafters and artists!!

Looking for a special gift,? Then how about giving .....

… a really cute lady bug bicycle bell!

dringdring... or find on ETSY

… a necessary item …a bicycle basket liner just for your bicycle!

miamaria... or find on ETSY

… no basket on your bike? Try a combo bike basket & Hobo Bag!

retrofied... or find on ETSY

…or a sweet vintage bicycle couple depicted on a necklace!

paraphernalia... or find on ETSY

… a very arty (say an owl for instance!) Custom Head Badge!

tangerinetreehouse... or find on ETSY

… looking? adorable bicycle outfit to dress your big eyed dolly in!

siouxsiette...or find on ETSY

… stocking stuffer (loosing your buttons!) bicycle button?!

sinkdaisy...or find on ETSY

… slick handcrafted bicycle badge!

headbadgge...or find on ETSY

… a crafty patchwork style bicycle skirt?

cactopus...or find on ETSY

… why not send out Bike Holiday Cards!

twoguitars...or find on ETSY

… give your gift in gift bag featuring a girl on a bike!

ijc3...or find on ETSY

… for everyone on your list!...3 pin backbuttons that say ‘ride on'!!

christinerene...or find on ETSY

shelly | posted | Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 |

work it: hilary duff

ohnotheydidnt

HomeWork ...Studies --- Autumn Days

Autumn Days, mild.... and just right to spread out books and papers across a grassy field.
Both had bicycled in, relaxed into their studies when I happened upon them.

shelly | posted | Monday, November 17th, 2008 |

love it

i completely forgot where i got this :(

16.11.08 // LONDON // Who's Got My Baby Arm? (Baby You Ate It!) / Shoreditch / Dalston

{a new week + silver pendants}

Once had dinner in an ultra-cool, very modern restaurant with an enormous silver dome lighting fixture above its high-gloss serving bar. Encountered this dramatic lighting once again, last summer, at The Glass House, a beautiful hotel in Edinburgh, where the extravagantly sized fixture hung above a warm and wonderful circular fireplace surrounded by luxurious seating. Discovered the lighting again at another hotel, this time in New York, at The Hudson.

Love the way these pendants look in dining areas, warmed up with soft pillows on banquets, against hints of colour and the grain of wood.

{images: Cottage Living via apartment therapy; Domino via apartment therapy}