Friday Five

1. The Many Shoes of Carrie Bradshaw from Pop Chart Lab
I got a surprise in the mail yesterday, in the form of this print! I am (shamelessly) still in love with Sex and the City. The print has 50 pairs of hand-illustrated shoes from all the iconic scenes. I'll be adding it to my gallery wall as a daily reminder that really great shoes can make life just a little more fun.

2. Lonely Lingerie
I stumbled across Lonely Lingerie and love their delicate designs, like this Sabel bra in cobalt.

3. Quote
It's no secret I'm addicted to quotes. This one popped up on Pinterest, and I thought it was a lovely sentiment.

4. Elizabeth Mayville print
Simple, pretty, and bright - this print (available from Design Darling) will be another great addition to my apartment.

5. Kenneth Jay Lane Weave Cuff
This cuff (on sale!) would be a fun addition to spring and summer looks. It strikes the perfect balance of intricacy and simplicity.

What's on your radar this week? Happy Friday!

xx,

Rachel

Humans of New York

There's a lot of talk about diversity lately - whether it centers on violence, mixed-race families, same-sex marriage, or anti-apartheid heroes.

I believe that at the heart of most conflicts is a refusal to see your opponent. A real, live, feeling individual, who just happens to be different than you in one or many ways. This is why I love Humans of New York. This amazing photography project catalogues inhabitants of New York City, and pairs the images with quotes or stories. There are some serious gems in here.

"When my husband died, I said 'Moe, how am I supposed to live without you?' He told me: 'Take the love you have for me and spread it around.'" 

 

"What's your favorite thing about your dad?"
"He works really hard outside. But after that, he still rides bikes with me."

 



"What is your favorite thing about your wife?"

"She's sexy"

 

 

The project provides a glimpse into the lives of strangers with whom we may think we have nothing in common. I think the title is very important - Humans of New York. I might not be able to fully grasp the experiences conveyed in some of the interviews or images, but the humanity of the subjects shines through and makes me feel connected to them. Every time I start looking through the collection, I find something that makes me laugh and another quote that brings tears to my eyes.

"What's the meaning of life?"

"Wear chicken suits."

 



"What was the happiest moment of your life?"

"I'm pretty happy right now."

I cannot wait to buy the book! Hope you enjoy these photographs as much as I do.

Cheers,

Rachel