Mint & Dogwood

Sweater:  Vintage.  Pants:  J. Crew Scout Chino.  Bag:  Frank Clegg Tuscany Collection.  Eight Knot Rope Bracelet: Kiel James Patrick.  Turquoise Bracelet:  Purchased at Darien Sport Shop.

Sitting on Inventory

Salvatore Ferragamo Pumps - Vara Low Heel (similar).  Striped Blouse: Vintage.  Pants:  J. Crew Bennett Chino.  Eight Knot Rope Bracelet:  Kiel James Patrick.  Ram Head Bangle:  J. Crew.  Stack of Braided Rope Belts:  Kiel James Patrick Croffix Belt.

Rumford Cove and Floral

Cardigan: Banana Republic. Flats: Kate Spade.  Bag:  Frank Clegg.  Necklace:  Pink Pineapple.  Dress:  Vintage.

Spring Has Sprung Summer Flats

Kate Spade Elina Cork Flats

Every spring I fortuitously find the flawless “go to” flats that will adorn my feet as a loyal companion, complementing practically any outfit combination my imagination may fathom.  A well-crafted shoe of metallic-flecked cork by Kate Spade was as eye-catching to my eyes, as a cold tall glass of sangria is lip smacking to my lips on a sultry hot day. 

It’s been a very hectic time in my life with setting up the factory, meetings, travel, designing, etc. This blog and its’ delightful readers continue to be a wonderful daily oasis. Out of many thanks, I’m treating you all to a giveaway for a chance to own a pair of these darling shoes to accompany you on your own summer 12’ adventures.  

Feel free to enter below and don't hesitate to suggest other must-have shoes for this upcoming season.

--SV

Spring Meadow Rush

Necklace:  Pink Pineapple Jewelry.  Elina Flats:  Kate Spade.  Pants & Striped Shirt:  J.Crew.  Bag: Frank Clegg.

A Productive Day

Woke up, coffee and headed over to the Leather Factory in Fall River, MA. 

Carlos gave me a sneak peak of the latest luxurious hide colors he recently developed.  Very excited to get designing for Fall!

I met with leather craftsman Frank Clegg to check out the rest of his latest Tuscany Collection.

A girl can never have TOO many bags.  Right??

I picked up a batch of our leather belt tabs to bring back for our stitchers.

Dropped by the button manufacturer to pick up freshly struck anchors and buttons.

Back at the factory we worked until the wee hours of the night and nicely packaged up many a package.

Aspray Boat House

Oxford: Ralph Lauren (Old).  8 Knot Bracelet: Kiel James Patrick.  Skirt: Francesca.  Bermuda Bag:  Triminghams.  Espadrille Shoes:  Ralph Lauren.  Belt:  J. Crew.

Stripes and Cat Tails

Pants: J.Crew.  Shirt:  J. McLaughlin (old).  Bag:  Frank Clegg.  Anchor Belt:  Leatherman LTD.  Bracelet:  Pink Pineapple.

Mashantucket Room at the Factory

Sweater:  Alpenblick (Antique Store Find).  Shoes: Talbots.  Necklace:  Pink Pineapple.  Dress: Anthropologie.  Bag:  To Be Announced Soon...