Monthly Archives: February 2011
The Consort On Bulldogs, Bracelets & Bags
Despite the great work by the surgical team the paw could not be saved. The decision was made to take Dozier’s left hind leg to his hip. Within hours after the surgery Dozier was standing on his own. Continue reading
Filed under Posts by the Princess Consort, preppy, Preppy clothing & brands, Tilly
“The Importance of Being Preppy”
Without commencing a yawn-inducing retrospective, we shall only say that we have long struggled with Mr. Hilfiger’s penchant for logos the size of canned hams. Or bigger. Continue reading
Oh, That Bridal Biz & Poolside Preppy
Fashionable Bride has a delightful piece on “preppy weddings” with insight from Ms. Birnbach. The post is done in a Q&A format, and the first question asks about basic dos and don’ts:
“Lisa Birnbach: ‘First, no rhinestones or crystals on the invitations. Ever. And it’s very nice to use engraving or letterpress.’”
One of the fun facts discovered in the piece by Kelly Skahan was a tidbit about seersucker wedding gowns from designer Michelle Roth. Continue reading
Filed under Collaborations, nautical, preppy, Preppy Fashion, preppy lifestyle, Pretty in Pink, True Prep & TOPH
That Ivy Look, & Other Monday Musings
“Didn’t go to an Ivy League school? Never played a team sport in your life? No problem! Jock-inspired styles cribbed from the golden age of collegiate athletics will win big for spring” Continue reading
Filed under Collaborations, Gossip Girl, Preppy Fashion, Pretty in Pink
Pink and Green With A Bow On Top
Hello-Hello, and happy Friday. Please forgive our self indulgence, we are taking a day away. (For anyone looking at the ‘Happy 30th’ decor above, sadly, that is not exactly the year we are commemorating this particular birthday. Ahem.) Until next … Continue reading
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