NEW MUSIC FOR THE NEW YEAR

Let's face it, most of us know Australia from the very faux aussie commercials. Outback Steak house and Aussie shampoo are probably the two biggest references of Australia that North America has seen, until now. Angus and Julia Stone are going to be that countries next great thing. The best way to describe their sound is if you where viewing your favorite childhood memories through one of those old filmy projectors where the color is a little faded, and think how sweet things in life where. Ok, so that may be a little out there for you, but I can promise, you will love them.

Favorite Song:  Mango Tree    click on song to view music video

Starting Tuesday, December 28th, The World According To.....Boutique is have a huge blowout sale. Come check it out!

Driving Spirit

December 19th 1982 I arrived to the US for the first time. I was very sad to leave my cousins and  friends behind but excited to see snow for the first time. It had snowed three days prior and the piles of gray snow I saw on the side of the roads were very disappointing .There was however one thing that put a smile on my face , an old station wagon, you know the ones with the wood like panels on the outer doors, YES that one! It was decorated for Christmas, it had a wreath attached to the front! "Christmas jewelery for the car I thought" What spirit they must have here!I told myself that as soon as I had a car I would decorate it for Christmas .Four years later I got my first car and apparently, I was too cool for a wreath. Then life happened and now, 27 years later  I put a wreath on my car and made my friend do it also. I LOVE IT! People look at it and smile, it's simple but in the madness of it all, when I'm rushing to go here or there, I notice people smiling at my wreath and it makes me happy and reminds me of what the holidays are for! My friend and I are starting a new tradition, we will be hanging wreaths from our cars the day after Thanksgiving and kicking off the Holiday season. Will you join us? We want people to make us smile too!

VROLIJKE KERSTMIS, JOYEUX NOEL, FROHE WEIHNACHTEN,

BUON NATALE, FELIZ NATAL, FELIZ NAVIDAD,

AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!

WRAP IT UP!

All these prints inspire me to go above and beyond this Christmas holiday for all those gifts under the tree. Find your favorite retro or vintage inspired paper at these sites:

www.hellolucky.com & www.katespaperie.com

SOMETHING SWEET

Just some Holiday sweetness down around Talcott Ave. Happy Holidays:)

MUM IS THE WORD

This indie rock band, The Mumlers, is a hidden gem in today's tech savey world. Seven individuals have created a vintage inspired feel to their band in the oddest of neighborhoods; Silicone Valley, and with the use of old high school instruments, they have created a woozy, folkey tale sound. These individuals are not the smooth fashion easta types, but when you produce music like the Mumlers do, well, who cares! Check out song: Tangled Up With You. A must have addition to your playlist.

NO BONES ABOUT IT

This Christmas, don't forget about our little four legged friends. These gift ideas are a unique way to set you pet apart from the others. A great way for your little buddy to express their individual style:)

 

Click on the photo to be directed to the website

10 FOR 20

All of the above items are found at The World According To.... Boutique

THE INSIDE SCOOP

One day flipping through my monster collection of gossip/ style magazines I came across this amazing article on Laura O'Neil and her husband Ben Van Leeuwen aka Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream. Two creative people that had a dream and actually tackled it full force.

Pete Van Leeuwen (top Left), Laura O'Neil, and Ben Van Leeuwan (bottom middle)

Yum:) Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream

In 2008 Laura and Ben felt uncertain in their careers (Laura was an intern and Ben had just finished business school), and decided to do something unexpected; open up a organic artisan ice cream business. Getting help from friends and family, they where able to scrape together enough funds to purchase their first ice cream truck off eBay and the rest is history. Ok, so they have had quite a journey, but let's just say that New York has welcomed their product with open arms, so much in fact, that they opened up their first store front this spring of 2010 and have added 4 trucks into their routes. 

The very stylish and unique couples story has been a big inspiration to me, and their shop will be at the top of my "go to" list when I visit the Big Apple. Cant wait for some hazelnut chocolate ice cream:)

BAZAAR...

Ladies and gentleman fellow shoppers, come squash your holiday shopping with us!
We'll be here late and high on coffee and sugar every Thursday in December!

OLD IS NEW AGAIN



Vintage is Here! What was once seen as outdated and out of style is now new and fresh. Here are some items that have vintage inspirations that we love. Try taking something old and incorporating it into you new look. I think the outcome is really interesting.....In a good way:)

Resteration Hardware- Mod Cloth- The World According To... Boutique

O MIGHTY DOOR

I needed some "outside of the box" ideas for a space and I stumbled upon these genius space savers. You can basically use these barn-like doors in any interior decor style simply by choosing the right finish, color, and material. The hardware is available pretty much everywhere online and you can use any slab door that fits your size needs. Just a very neat idea:)

SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT

Think different this fall when you are slipping on those pair of boots and picking out that favorite cozy sweater. Nothing accentuates the legs and shows off those boots like a great pair of skinny jeans or some sexy tights, but instead of the usual blue jeans and black leggings.... try this! We are getting color washed denim in that is actually Eco friendly, as well as the leggings/tights with fun colorful prints.  Now you can add some drama into your wardrobe and have fun with it too!