TRAVEL BOOKS : GYPSET TRAVEL

Hello all! It's been 2 months to the day since I've been on the blog, but alas, here I am again, letting my fellow travel and design junkies know about a fantastic new book coming out next month. Following her best-selling 2009 title Gypset Style, which I raved about a while back, travel writer Julia Chaplin explores the little-known enclaves of gypsy jet-setters around the world. From the Aeolian Islands in Italy to Lamu, Kenya; North Goa, India; and José Ignacio, Uruguay—Gypset Travel delves into the glamorous yet casual lifestyle of these bohemian wanderers through intimate photography and first-person anecdotes. This book looks just as good as the first if not better with this gorgeous cover, can't wait to get my hands on it.

Pre-order Gypset Travel at almost half price (due Dec. 4), but take note! I don't think it will stay this cheap for long especially with the holidays coming and this making a great gift.

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GYPSET STYLE : GYPSY + JETSET

Seems Gypset Style has been catching on since I last posted about the the fantastic coffee table book of the same name. I love these effortless, chic pieces... perfect for those jet setting gypsy jaunts. Isn't that electric blue on the clutch is phenomenal? Clutch / Necklace / Ring / Book

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Chanel's The Little Black Jacket Exhibition - New York

The Little Black Jacket Chanel exhibition landed in New York this week and for one week only!  Located in a nondescript lot at 18 Wooster St. in SoHo, I stopped in this afternoon to find Lagerfeld's photos nicely displayed despite the somewhat small space. Upon exit you have the choice of 1, 2, or 3 free poster sized prints to choose from and then rolled up into a plastic Chanel bag for you. Cool, right? If you can't make it in to the exhibit before it ends tomorrow have a look at the official The Little Black Jacket - Chanel microsite to see where it will be traveling to next. Catch it before it's gone..!

Tribal Jewelry + Gypsy Chic

Since taking a 1 month hiatus after my first blog birthday in March, I thought what better way to get back into blogging than with lots of color, details and design from one of my favorite countries. You may remember some past Jordan posts traveling through Petra and the Dead Sea, but this one is strictly accessories and pieces I came across while there. I looove gypsy style jewelry and items like the beaded tribal mirror below so imagine my delight when I managed to get my hands on an intricate Bedouin ring topped with a cherry quartz. What are your thoughts.. any design fixations related to a country or place?

Holiday Picks 2011

Check out my 2011 Holiday Picks for the December issue of Vécu magazine, pg.13. Not to toot my own horn, but I have a pretty kick-ass spread, lol. Already ordered the cam by mail, can't wait to have it in my hands! I have lots of revamping and projects coming up for the blog so stay tuned! Next post, we're heading to Iceland.. 

GO AHEAD, SHOP MY LIST! 

Christian Lacroix Notecards $16.95 (only 1 left!)   

Christian Louboutin Two-Tone Cutout Pump $675  

Canon T3i DSLR Camera $719  

Macaroons Giftbox $16 

Tom Ford Signature Blend, Noir de Noir, Eau de Parfum $ 195     

AG Adriano Goldshmied Sequins Pants $225  

Rimowa Titanium Cabin Trolley $1260

Never mind the Nook, it's the Kindle Fire! $199

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The Daphne Guinness Exhibition in New York

Yesterday I finally got the chance to visit the Museum at FIT (my university! heey) for their exhibition on the private collection of Daphne Guinness.  Phenomenal! There are so many gorgeous, glittery, sculptural pieces – many by Alexander McQueen who she was very close with, Azzedine Alaia, Lagerfeld, and some of her own creations. Guinness' style and expression go far beyond fashion and lean more toward the realm of art when seen up close. Definitely check it out if you're anywhere near NYC, you have until Jan. 7th!

Day-Tripping in Philly

One of my favorite things about traveling is finding cool little places with unique trinkets that I can bring back home. I absolutely fell in love with The Little Apple, a boutique of new, vintage and repurposed pieces, such as a gorgeous Hollywood film set room divider. There were vintage postcards, artsy wine bags, great jewelry, coffee table books, etc. Molly, the delightful shopkeeper and owner stocks the shelves with such fantastic things that I wished I could bring the whole store back with me in a shopping bag. I even wanted to take the dog, LoL!

A Vintage Style Bath & Body Boutique

Happy Monday guys! Isn't this the most romantic little boutique ever? I found it while traveling through Carmel, California but unfortunately it was closed. I would've loved to come out with a shopping bag or two of fine soaps and vanity pieces.  I found some interesting history on the store and its name, with possible plans to add an intimate retreat with spa services and tea room. The vintage style and pretty little details are so sweet, don't you think?... Wish it were in New York!

Fashion's Night Out is for the Dogs

I've gone every year since it began in NYC in 2009 and it just gets crazier every time so I made sure to stay in one place this time – Bergdorf Goodman for the ridiculously cute dog fashion show. Tough to get a good shot but you get the idea. Designers Badgley Mischka, Lela Rose and Altuzarra (among many others) were on hand to show off their pooches, with Monique Lhuillier and Marchesa as judges. We also caught Dominican royalty, Oscar de le Renta downstairs and as I turned to leave everyone was going nuts. Why? Anna Wintour with all her security guards, lol.. should have picked up a copy of Vogue.

I'd Rather Wear a Unique Story

Hello all! I'm back from my trip to California, including Napa Valley (outstanding!) and getting a bunch of new posts ready out of 1500+ pics. 

It'll be a few days before I post so in the meantime, have a look at Boticca, an interesting online shop I just discovered. Four people in four different cities got together to scour the world for top emerging designers, their stories and their exquisite pieces. They showcase the distinct styles found around the globe, their tagline being "I'd Rather Wear a Unique Story". I love the concept! Wish I had come up with that..  After looking over hundreds of their coolest items, here are some of my top picks:

Afrikaans!

 Carlotta Shoe, $79  /  Cleo  Necklace, $39 via ElizabethColleta.com

Is it just me or do these sandals just make you wanna be on an exotic African island such as Zanzibar or Cape Verde?? Shakin' that a** like you're Beyoncé in the beach sequence of her Déjà Vu video. Cuz that's what I feel like doing.. And I think the necklace compliments the whole scene quite nicely too :-P

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Divide and Conquer : The Cortez Shoe

So apparently the name "Cortez" throughout history often involved the conquering of something or someone.. at least according to Matt Bernson (who designed the Cortez shoe and has a shop conveniently located near me in Tribeca.)  So I have decided that my latest conquest are these heels. They're strong, they're funky, and have just the right amount of cool to waltz me in and out of my next destination. I need these in my life! 

Kindly accepting donations beginning now ;-P

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The Boutiques of Edgartown

Edgartown is the kind of place that makes you want to wear all your navy stripes and nautical gear. I've always been attracted to these cozy seaside towns and their cute shops and decor, probably because I grew up in New York City which is exactly the opposite. We ran into a great antique store that had the most interesting 900 year old Pakistani door! Needless to say I couldn't bring it home, lol. Then I saw these adorable crystal encrusted ballet flats but those didn't work out either. It's all good though.. I was content just window shopping on Main St. and taking in the perfect New England scenery.

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Martha's Vineyard Vacation

My peachy afternoon in Martha's Vineyard – sunshine, cute stores, papier maché cows, pink lemonade and a smoothie.. and dogs everywhere. Such a great place to just shop around and relax while enjoying the scenery and good food.

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Charmed Destination

Summer is here! Get yourself in the mood for upcoming travels by dressing the part. I'm a total jewelry junky so I'm loving these bold pieces by Elizabeth Coletta – sparkly jewels, playful little animals, and stylish designs.. makes me wanna be on a yacht in Newport or sipping a daiquiri on an Antiguan beach. It's hard to choose just one since they're all so beautiful and inexpensive!  I <3

1.  Take in Spanish Architecture in Mexico - Alina Earrings, $29  •  2.  Dance a Samba in Rio - Lula Earrings, $22  •  3. Watch a Flamenco in the South of Spain - Carolina Earrings, $22  •  4. Enjoy a Swanky Beachside Dinner in St. Barths - Ariel Ring, $59   •  5. Go on Safari in Tanzania - Greta Ring, $39  •  6. Drive through Navajo Nation - Carlina Ring, $29  •  7. Take Pics in Front of the Taj Mahal - Daja Bracelet, $29  •  8. Celebrate Chinese New Year in Shanghai - Dina Dragon Bracelet, $69  •  9. Collect Seashells by the Floridian Seashore - Karina Bracelet, $39

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Bohéme Boutique - A Fashionable Hippie Haunt

I walked by this store while visiting a friend who lives by the Mondrian Miami and I completely fell in love! A 'Fashionable Hippie Haunt', this little shop embodies the Gypset. Owners Lydia Pefaur and Edit Meurrens travel the globe to find things like hundred-year-old tables from Bali and glamorous beach chic items. It's the perfect place to pick up exotic pieces from around the world. There were so many beautiful things I wish I had taken more pics! Guess that just means I'll have to go back ;-P

Bohéme Boutique - 959 West Avenue #5, Miami Beach, FL 33136 - (305) 531- 9595

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Syrian Gypsy

The famous tiger print scarf seen here and here serves many purposes, LoL, like when a Bedouin tried to teach me how to tie a traditional head scarf at a totally pimped out tent in the Syrian desert. This post was of course inspired by that terrific gift I mentioned last week. What do you think of this gypsy-ish look?

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