Me in Melange

sneak peek . roam fall 2010

A little taste of what's in store for fall...

    

signed, me {CA}

{images from Roam}

women helping women . 2010

For the past 7 years at Melange, we've held an annual clothing drive for one of our favorite local charities, Womenspace. Womenspace helps women in our area, who are the victim's of domestic violence, get back on their feet and help take charge of their life. And one of the many things they do is prepare them with a great interview outfit.  {a very important thing to have as we all know!!}  We're always amazed at the generosity of our customers in Eugene, who donate beautiful, gently used clothes for this cause.  And we hope to spread the love this Earth day weekend and encourage you to clean out those closets, find a local charity and help women in your community!   with our thanks, please enjoy 20% off your purchase at Melange.  coupon code: WHW2010  .  expires: 4/24/10   signed, me {CA}

sunday : window shopping + clean closets...

It's finally gorgeous and spring-like here in the northwest, and nothing in the world could make me want another cold, rainy winter day... except, maybe the third wave of Trina Turk's Fall line...

 ok, Fall, not so bad.  ;)   But for now I'm taking the day to clean out my closet and make way for summer!  AND to get ready for our Women Helping Women event... it all starts Thursday {earth day!} so get those donations organized my friends!  signed, me {CA}

{images via Trina Turk}

what you're wearing : AG jeans

If you are one of the lucky gals that scores yourself a new pair of AGs {I'm crazy over the ex-boyfriend crop and totally support anyone in this purchase!}  then you might notice a new tag hanging down from the belt loop.  What's this about ozone?  Isn't that just in the air... no my friends,  your jeans are now eco-friendly!!  AG Jeans have just started using the eco-friendly laundry process called ozone on 100% of their denim, which will help reduce their use of water, chemicals and dirty energy by approximately 25% annually! Ozone (yes the gas in the sky) has been used as a disinfectant in many industries in the past and is just now being used by the denim world. It’s basically used to clean, disinfect, and get rid of bacteria on sheets, towels, food, air, etc. They are one of the ONLY denim brand to be able to say they are using this on 100% of their denim as they run a vertically integrated factory and control 100% of their wash processes, unlike other denim brands. So you can be cute and eco-friendly in your new jeans... AND just in time for earth day!  perfect.  thanks AG... we always loved you and now we love ya even more!  signed, me {CA}

sometimes...

good things happen on Tuesdays, for instance...

happy shopping!  signed, me {CA}
 

Dressing for the LATE night!

After 14 years of marriage, you run out of "tricks" and the new ones you read about or your girlfriends tell you, usually meet the response, "Really, I have to do WHAT?  Now that just sounds uncomfortable, are you sure?"

I have just purchased the coolest bling for my "girls" (and by girls, I mean breasts).  These "body art" pasties just peel off and then give your naked self something sparkly and that says, "hello, look at how gorgeous I am".   I happen to buy them at a shop that had all sorts of other "new" things that I found much more scary (did you know there is an entire book dedicated to the Japanese knot tying art of bondage??)...but I did find them on the internet too.... Mimi Bijoux Indiscrets .  Thank me later!  Signed, ME {lv} 

  

April's new arrivals...

So many new things in the shop!  We had to throw some outfits together just to show off how cute these pieces truly are! 

Stewart + Brown Varley Pleat Dress + Trina Turk Capri Clutch + Satori Rue Little Bit of Love Earrings

This dress looked great on Amanda's petite frame... it has a bit of retro glam in a modern fabric, absolutely love it!  The purse was a perfect pop of color for spring {and another great example of mixing prints} and the earrings were the cherry on top!

Hard Tail Smocked Shirt Jacket + Stewart + Brown Lengthened Tee in Black Sand + Michael Stars Linen Tabbed Pant in Camo + A.L.G. Phoenix Necklace

I think Val got at least 5 compliments on the top as we were getting ready in the shop.  It's such a lovely piece and has pockets to boot!  It matched great with our favorite layering tee by S+B.... and the Michael Stars pants... these are awesome, do you see how they roll up into capris!  We're totally into this fresh and casual look, now we just need the nice weather to stay put!  signed, me {CA}
 

outfit 4 the day...

It's finally sunny!  And will hit 65 by late afternoon and then cool off once the sun goes down... ah, spring!  My outfit for a day like this...

1. Michael Stars Linen Tab Pants {outfit inspiration! I love these!!}  2. Abakis & Teak V-Neck Tank {print #1 for the outfit} 3. Michael Stars Supima Beater in Punch {sure to be worn numerous times this summer!}  4. Fab new Trina Aphrodite Bag {a nice example of how to mix prints : stripes + loops = goodness}  5. This Satori Rue Necklace {it's on super sale!!}  6. And of course my new jacket, which I will certainly try to wear with most everything in the next few weeks. :)  signed, me {CA}

ya snooze, ya loose...

Today is perfect weather for my newest super sale purchase, the Millard Fillmore peacoat...

Lila... inspecting the buttons, making sure everything is up to par. ;)

I grabbed it quickly when LV mentioned sale on sale, I knew it wouldn't last 2 seconds... But there are still a TON of great sale items left and with an additional 25% off {coupon code: onesieweek} who could resist!  Shop quickly though... it won't be here for long!  signed, me {CA}
 

meet Alex and Lucy!

Lucinda Marie and Alexander Nicholas were born on March 22, 2010!  And are absolutely amazing!!  We're so excited for our dearest Jessica and her husband Nick... congratulations from all of us at Melange!!  signed, me {CA}

what you're wearing : stewart + brown

Did you know Stewart + Brown is a wife/husband duo?  She {Karen Stewart} is a painter, and he {Howard Brown} is a graphic artist... Read all about these organic pioneers right here and don't miss out on flipping through their sketchbook right here.  And be sure to check out our fantastic new S+B arrivals at Melange!   ...ah, the makings of a good coffee break for a Friday afternoon. :) signed, me {CA}

{image from stewart + brown}

hand-picked Trina!

Trina lillie tank + lane short + these sandals + that JJ ring of course :)

Trina's waya bermudas {LOVE them!} + my white MST tank + these + this!

Trina's flagstaff pant + toco blouse + two of these in yellow and black

Trina's Flora Top + Citizen Playas OR these AG skinnies

What's your favorite Trina??  signed, me {CA}

jewelry love...

I have to give a little shout out to our {real-life} next door neighbors at New Tw!st!  Our friends Colleen, Jodi and Andrea took a little jaunt to Seattle and visited the studio of Jaime Joesph and her husband, Jeremy... I'm so envious!!  And you will be too, once you see these pics!  They didn't leave empty-handed so be sure to check out the new JJ arrivals their shop.   {I do think one of these rocks would look fabulous with my new Trina ensemble}  signed, me {CA}