Paris Fall 2012: Christian Dior

christian dior fall 2012, look 13 | simple pretty

look 13

No-nonsense elegance at Christian Dior. Just my style. See the complete collection at Style.com.

christian dior fall 2012, look 36 | simple pretty

look 36

christian dior fall 2012, look 45 | simple pretty

look 45

image credits: photos by monica feudi/feudiguaineri.com for style.com

Paris Fall 2012: Sharon Wauchob

sharon wauchob fall 2012, look 7 | simple pretty

look 7

I simply adore this silhouette: it’s timeless and elegant. See Sharon Wauchob’s complete fall show at Style.com.

sharon wauchob fall 2012, look 23 | simple pretty

look 23

image credits: photos by filippo fior / gorunway.com for style.com

Flickr Faves: February 2012

hope and union coffee takeaway cup | simple pretty

I’m so ready for warmer weather – not that this winter has been anything to complain about (thank you, forecast of worst-winter-ever for being completely wrong) – I’m ready to take the camera outside again and search for signs of spring. March is such a transitional month: it’s cold! it’s warm! that I’ll have to remember to be patient. And until then, appreciate the beauty of a coffee cup.

Here are some of my Flickr favorites for February:

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  2. Valentine roses
  3. Figs
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  5. typical breakfast
  6. Yes I know… more coffee …

Here’s to spring!

Week Nine: Salt Espresso Lunch & Tea Bar

salt espresso lunch and tea bar, london | simple pretty

One of the many things I love about London is its array of charming, independent coffee shops. And recently opened Salt Espresso Lunch & Tea Bar is no exception. Owner Aleem Hussein’s philosophy is to sell what he believes in, using the best ingredients possible (suppliers include Square Mile Coffee, Waterloo Tea, and The Ladies Organic Dairy) and focusing on fantastic customer service.  I’m so glad to have found Salt while wandering down Great Queen Street during our November visit: the food looked gorgeous and the staff was friendly and eager to answer my questions. Until our next visit, I’ll be keeping up with all things Salt at Twitter.

salt espresso lunch and tea bar, london | simple pretty

salt espresso lunch and tea bar, london | simple pretty

salt espresso lunch and tea bar, london | simple pretty

all images courtesy of salt/aleem hussein

Truth be told, Aleem also has an eye for design: the space was designed by William Tozer architecture & design, with furnishings from East London Furniture. Both are favorites of mine as well.

Milan Fall 2012: Jil Sander

jil sander fall 2012, look 5 | simple pretty

look 5

It’s quite bittersweet, posting about the Jil Sander fall collection, as it’s Raf Simons’ last for the label. As exciting as it will be to see Jil Sander back at the helm, Simons has been nothing short of brilliant during his tenure. Even sweet rosy pinks look sophisticated under his direction. See the complete show, including some stunning LBDs, at Style.com. (Wonder where Simons will turn up next?)

jil sander fall 2012, look 9 | simple pretty

look 9: i am in love with this dress

jil sander fall 2012, look 6 | simple pretty

look 6

image credits: photos by marcus tondo / gorunway.com for style.com