swimsuit sneak peek, part 1

Here's the first part of the swimwear sneak peek. This represents a little less than half of what we have; in other words, there are many more cute suits to come! If you see something here that you like and that you'd want me to move up in the listing queue, just let me know.

Adorable sky blue gingham bikini.

Ethnic print maillot, by Cole of California.

Ruffled hot pink suit, by Jantzen.

Zip-front feather and flower print maillot.

Bikini with a Calder-esque print (parts of it look like a mobile!), by Triumph International.

Lace side maillot, by Robby Len.

Mod flowers bikini, by Sirena.

Turquoise skirted maillot, by DeWeese Design.

Marigold print maillot, by Cole of California.

xo

K

scenes from the weekend

Just a few scenes from the weekend, which was a good mixture of relaxation and getting things done...things like Lucy's summer haircut. That's her Before picture. It took a little finagling to get her to stand by the poppies, which finally appeared last week! Soon after she disappeared inside the greenery--she seems to enjoy climbing around in there.

As you can see from the After picture, there's not much difference. But we like to think she feels cooler.

Not only did the dog get a haircut--so did the lawn. I love this--Andy's Schlitz hat, and the fact that he is riding around our little front yard on our neighbor's big mower. It's not quite as ridiculous as it looks--we also have a big side yard that he mows with this.

It wasn't all work! Here's a little teaser pic for another post I'll be making soon about my new favorite place in the universe!

And here's another tease: a sneak peek at some of the swimwear I'll be photographing for the shop this week. There's another whole box of it, still to be washed! I'll be posting a preview here this week.

Playtex pink petals swim cap.

And a little peek at a dress perfect for Independence Day--a firecracker print!

Hope your weekend was perfect!

xo

K

summer is ready when you are

It's already feeling like summer here. And I have the mosquito bites to prove it! Also, I'd better make a hair appointment soon before the heat and humidity drive me to a regrettable home hair-cutting act. But summer also means no more boots and tights: just flowy and lightweight skirts and dresses, and delicious Hendrick's and tonics with cucumber slices.

And lots of flowers and color (and some basic black and white, too) in this week's shop sneak peek!

Cabbage rose print dress, by Jean Leslie Junior.

Ice blue Peter Pan collar blouse (very reminiscent of my Catholic schoolgirl days).

Abstract yellow and gray print dress, by Greenleaf New York.

1960s modernist starburst print top, by Caper-Mates.

Herringbone linen belted sheath dress embroidered with marigolds.

1970s red calico print tie-waist button-up skirt, by Robinson's Southern California.

Circus stripe ruffle-bottom sundress, by Dan-Ellen.

Mustard glen plaid blouse, by Majestic.

1940s rayon crepe dress, trimmed with rhinestones and soutache, by Carrie Walker.

Color block oversize gingham print blouse, by Laura Mae Life Blouse.

1960s sailor dress, by R&K Originals (so many cute R&K dresses out there!).

A-line birdie print skirt, by David Brooks Ltd.

Black and white gingham dress with sweet double-petal collar.

Golden floral print blouse, by Shapely Classic.

Abstract woodgrain floral print dress, by Westover Packable.

Green cotton mini-gingham print blouse, by Kentworth.

Watercolor paisley taffeta dress, by Marjorie Montgomery California.

Owl applique skirt.

Salmon pink mini-dress/beach cover-up, by Catherine Ogust for Penthouse Gallery.

Fabulous lock and key novelty print blouse, by Playmates.

1950s mustard bas relief vine print dress.

Magenta and olive green paisley blouse.

1960s fanciful clouds and flowers print dress.

Orange paisley print top with smocked cuffs and puff sleeves.

Linen, lace, floral embroidery, and fringe trim on this 1950s sundress.

Tiki print blouse/jacket, with wooden barrel bead buttons.

Chic 1950s black rayon dress with beading at neck.

Sheer shabby chic floral chiffon cropped top, with button-up back.

Wild floral print linen dress, by Young Cosmopolitans, Best & Co.

White lace and pintucks blouse, by Rhoda Lee.

Lavender lace print dress with lace and satin ribbon at waist.

Yellow floral print blouse, by New Era.

1950s nubby daisy print top and full skirt two-piece outfit.

Orange paisley print blouse.

Leaf print dress, by Castelli.

xo

K