{a perfect complement}

Blue sashes {and belts in general} appear to be the most stylish way to complete a Spring outfit. Anne at Perfect Bound sent along another variation of the look from Heidi Merrick -- a lovely long blue sash complements a neutral sleeveless dress with perfect elegance . . .

{links to this post:}
blue satin sashes
sex and the city fashion trend

100 (or so) Years Ago

San Luis Obispo Bicycle Fashion Show May 16th

Friday May 16 the Tall Bike Posse will host a Bicycle Fashion Show at the bike gallery; BIKExperience,

Location:1060 Osos St. SLO (San Luis Obispo)

Start time is 6pm for social hour, fashion show starts at 7pm.

" bike fashion show, featuring cool vintage clothing and bikes, as well as fashions and accessories created from recycled textiles and bike parts ~ a great opportunity for show-n-tell and dovetail with a great tradition!!! Contact: Jeanne Mutziger jrichardson13@gmail.com

{a celebration of sunny days}

{Natalia Vodianova photographed by Mario Testino}

If you're feeling the full affects of Spring fever and are ready to commit to more than a few vibrant accessories, drench your walls {and disposition} in sunshine:

"Yellow is a happy, bright, and uplifting colour, a celebration of sunny days. It is associated with the intellectual side of the mind, and the expression of thoughts. It therefore aids the powers of discernment and discrimination, memory and clear thinking, decision making and good judgment. It also helps good organization, assimilation of new ideas, and the ability to see different points of view. It builds self-confidence and encourages an optimistic attitude."

{via desire to inspire}

{unless, of course, you are a sulky heiress . . via All Things Bright and Beautiful}

{christian louboutin's countryside chateau}

{Jeffers Design Group}

{photography by didier delmas for elle decoration}

{photography by Paul Costello for Domino}

{luxist via design smack}

{via retro home by suzanne trochme}

{The Yellow Oval Room in the White House, via Surroundings}

{via hidden in france}

related links:

the gallery affect
spring things