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Purple Reign
It's over.
I'm not a guy, I'm not a jock and I haven't lived in Minnesota for twenty years.
But I do have three brothers and a father who are die-hard Vikings fans. So despite
the fact that I'm a fashion-loving, bauble-wearing, design-obsessed girlie-girl, I was
truly crushed by Sunday's loss. In honor of my home team and those who love them,
Luxe & Lucid is featuring all things purple this week. Who knew football could be so inspiring?
The power of purple brought to life by artist Mark Rothko.
Emma Watson in Teen Vogue – darling. And check out her ride!
Saipua, a florist in Brooklyn, has the lushest, most incredible arrangements I have ever seen.
I’ve been on a bit of a fragrance kick lately. YSL’s Parisienne has notes of blackberry, rose and sandalwood.
Kelly Wearstler’s new book HUE (I have a signed copy!) and photos of her home office.
I loved Gucci’s 2009 spring/summer ad campaign.
Only girls this gorgeous could rock intense violet eye shadow.
I became fascinated by the work of Josef Albers as a fine arts major in college.
The German artist was a color theorist whose “Homage to the Square”
series illustrated the relationship and interaction of adjacent colors.
Incredible! A pair of amethyst cufflinks from Kimberly Klosterman.
Two rooms by Solis Betancourt – my mentors and professional heroes – both featured in Southern Accents.
This aubergine clutch from Anya Hindmarch is insanely chic.
Louboutin’s signature red heel gives this ladylike lilac pump a little va va voom.
Aerin Lauder’s dining room in Elle Decor showcases the sexy sophistication of purple.
Speaking of glamorous, successful, New York women.
Plum Sykes wearing, well, plum … and violet, raspberry, etc.
A vignette of lilacs, reds and creams in the Virginia living room of a Huntley & Co. client.
And an ottoman upholstered in an orchid-hued moiré in another client’s Pennsylvania Avenue pad.
One of Reese Witherspoon’s best red carpet moments.
Her deep purple ombré Nina Ricci gown was a stunner.
And because I'm always looking for an excuse to Google Colin Firth …
Only a man as handsome as this Oscar-contender could rock a lavender ascot and look dashing.
– Professional Huntley & Co. photos by Kevin Allen Photography –
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Sign Language
I’m a January baby and a proud Capricorn.
I can’t say that I’m an astrology advocate, but I do get a kick out of reading my horoscope this
time of year. Besides the fact that I often find my cosmic description to be dead-on accurate,
I love the idea of my life and character being written in the stars. A very anti-Capricorn concept
to say the least which is why this is a once a year indulgence. Luxe & Lucid is a platform for
celebrating what makes us unique as individuals – whatever the context. Sign me up!
Famous Capricorns … I’m in pretty good company.
This pair of ram’s head bookends from Sjae Alexandre is so good-looking, it almost makes me want to be an Aries.
A candle from Soular Therapy’s Astrological Aromatherapy collection.
Cancer’s keynotes are Jasmine and White Rose.
Astrology has even inspired a company as traditional as Wedgwood to produce a zodiac collection.
All 12 signs including Pisces shown here are available through replacements.com.
Russian Vogue’s take on Aries, Capricorn and Gemini respectively.
Silver Zodiac Cufflinks by artist Michele Delville.
A mid-century mirrored zodiac clock from Flessas Design in New York.
And a large-scale wall sculpture also from Sjae Alexandre in Los Angeles.
Asha by ADM’s gold and mother of pearl Sagittarius ring.
Kris Kristofferson would probably cringe knowing I've included him in a blog about horoscopes.
How could I resist when he has an album titled Jesus was a Capricorn? Mr. Kristofferson is one of
my heroes. And it's a short list. He is a true renaissance man with, in my opinion, the coolest resumé
of the 20th century: Rhodes Scholar, Oxford graduate, helicopter pilot, Nashville legend, movie star.
If you don't know anything about this über-brilliant and eternally cool Everyman, it's time to find out.
A feature on Capricorn from the blog Love Smacked & Starstruck. So accurate it’s scary!
Check out what’s in store for your sign in the months to come.
Happy birthday to all my fellow January babes!
Tricia xo
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Tip deLuxe
BEATING THE WINTER BLUES
It’s that time of year. Mid-winter (ugh!) And like most people, I am counting the days until spring.
As a Minnesota native, however, I’ve learned to fight the urge to hibernate and boost my mood in small, simple ways.
These are my top five tips for staying sane January through March.
1. HIT THE SPA
Schedule a facial and a body scrub. You’ll leave feeling polished, relaxed and rejuvenated.
In DC I like Hela, Karen Fisher and the spas at Lorien Hotel and Mint. In Arizona I trust
my face to Lindsay at L Skincare and in Minneapolis I enjoy The Marsh.
2. FUNK UP YOUR FINGERTIPS
Take a chance and wear a bold color on your fingers and toes a la Gwyneth (grey) and Eva (navy).
I’m currently rocking dark green on my digits. Try "Zulu" from Nars or “Here Today Aragon Tomorrow” from Opi.
3. SHAKE YOUR BOOTY
Lately I’ve been playing a lot of dance music at home and at work … Rhianna, Fergie, JT, Lady Gaga, etc.
And yes, when no one’s watching, I do get my groove on.
4. CLEAN HOUSE
Is there anything more refreshing than a clean house/office/car? Automatic ahhhhhh.
5. THROW A PARTY
No real reason required. Just gather your best buds and celebrate those friendships that last season after season.
My party prep must – the website drinksmixer.com. Try the French Martini and Goodnight Kiss recipes. Yum!
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Find Your Anthem
2009 dealt out a lot of heartbreak to a lot of people. And since the answers to our problems are often hazy at best,
sometimes the most we can hope for is a little enlightenment. Nothing moves me like music. A really great song
can raise your heartbeat and your spirits. So as we step into 2010, let’s lift our heads and turn up the music.
It’s time to turn this !@%$#% thing around!
– WHAT YOU WAITING FOR? –
Even a rock star like my girl Gwen can get held-up by her fears. This track from her
debut album spoke to me when I was nervous about taking the next step in my career.
It was the adrenalin push I needed to get on with it already!
– HUSTLE AND FLOW (IT AINT OVER) –
So you’re not a pimp from Memphis.
If you’re feeling stuck, lost or left behind, you’ll find meaning in this song’s hook.
– I WILL SURVIVE –
A classic shout-out to all the ladies who are moving out and moving on!
– PRAISE YOU –
There are only four real lines in this song, but the title and chorus of Fatboy Slim’s track are so
catchy, we don’t care. Who doesn’t want to hear the words “praise you” 25 times in a song?
– BITTERSWEET SYMPHONY –
Honest, aching lyrics strung into a beautiful melody by one of the coolest bands ever.
– YOU GET WHAT YOU GIVE –
This song was released in the late 90s and directed at generation-Y, but would
be an appropriate wake-up call for adult America in the new millennium.
– DREAM ON –
I remember this song blowing my mind when I was in grammar school.
It still has meaning for me and Aerosmith still rocks 30 years later.
– LOSE YOURSELF –
The rhythm and momentum of this song raise your blood pressure and pull you into a specific moment.
Anxiety, fear and hope are so tightly woven in both the music and lyrics of this song, it’s palpable. Brilliant.
– THAT’S LIFE –
Sinatra’s smooth crooning and upbeat tempo bring elegance to an otherwise melancholy song.
Only the “chairman of the board” could pull the rug out from under you and leave you smiling.
* Favorite music sources: Pandora, itunes, Shazam and Metro Lyrics *
Happy new year from Luxe & Lucid!
Tricia xo
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