Food Court Style



I appreciate her unique style.  She definitely stood out to me with her skinny jean overalls, wedge booties, fluffy jacket, and black rimmed glasses.

The Selby

Last night, I went with my family and some friends to the opening night of Todd Selby's exhibit at Jackson Fine Art.





Toddy Selby



Mr. Selby's photo of a "friend of a friend" in her space.



Mr. Selby's photo of Karl Lagerfeld's space.





 Todd Selby photographs interesting people in their interesting places resulting in his project called "The Selby is in Your Place".



The Selby's new book

  My daughter was so upset that she didn't get to actually see the photographer last night (due to the crowds).  So, we went back this morning to listen to Mr. Selby speak about his work.



Mr. Selby speaking to the crowd

 He got started in 2000 by shooting pictures of his friends in their places.  Then he started taking pictures of friends of friends.  He did some work for various magazines.  Word got around.  Now he gets requests from all over and is invited into the homes of famous designers, models and artists.




Mr. Selby's photo of Simon Doonan and Jonathan Adler playing ping pong.

 He adds extra depth to his work by conducting a very entertaining hand written interview with each of his subjects.


Christian Louboutin

 Check out his book and his blog at www.theselby.com.

Simplicity

Nobody can balance too many things.  In our modern time, we have so many options that we can be easily overwhelmed.  We can only do what we are called to do.  The most successful people focus on one thing and do it well.

Einstein said, "It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer."*


*Quote obtained from In Search of Balance by Richard Swenson.

International Tapestries

Today, I met my friend Karen for lunch.



Her accessories carried an international flavor - especially the shoes.  They remind me of a tapestry.

 Our conversation turned to international matters as Karen told me about her family's involvement with the refugees in Clarkston (just outside of Atlanta).  They recently adopted a refugee family from Africa through World Relief.  Karen's family met their adopted family at the airport as they arrived for the first time in the U.S. after years of struggling to get to freedom.  Karen's family continues to meet with the refugee family to help them with many practical needs like finding a job, learning English, obtaining household appliances and just being their first friends in America. 

I was inspired by her story and hope that my family can get involved in something like this.

A shopping success

I was inspired by a girl in my last "Street Style" post to look for a hat.  Today, I found it!

Can you tell where I bought it?

Balanced Imbalance

Nothing can throw you off your game like a child.  My children are a constant source of imbalance in my life.  They are predictably unpredictable.  And they are loud.  You can try to train them, but ultimately you can't control them.

Richard Swenson says in his book In Search of Balance, "Even if perfect balance were attainable, it would be unwise to remain in that state continuously...A life that never experiences imbalance is one without growth and challenge."

So, a little imbalance can be good.  Out of sheer necessity, my children push me to become a better person.  Before having children I had many "profound" thoughts, but it is the reality of daily life in a family that helps deepen my soul. 

What deepens your soul?

More Street Style

I should probably call it "Mall Style", but that doesn't sound as hip.  Anyway, the malls are the streets of Atlanta - aren't they?

Tiffany's hat adds an extra touch of style to her already cute and comfortable outfit.  I think I need a hat.

 I noticed this girl because of her boots, which she purchased at fab'rik.  I liked them so much that I went to fab'rik to try them on.

They are only $46!  Unfortunately, each pair had some sort of quirk in the foot bed.  I don't know if the quirks will end up being painful over the long term.  What do you think?  Should I get them or not?

Emily works at Ann Taylor Loft, which is where she bought this cool necklace.  Her casual outfit is elevated by the necklace and heels.




Then, I found one stylish person walking outside!

I love the red boots.  Eye-catching and practical for walking.

So, I think the theme for today is to wear at least one statement piece.  It doesn't have to be a loud statement - just interesting.  And cute shoes seem to instantly make an outfit.