beth hoeckel.

I just came across these unique collages by photographer and mixed media artist, Beth Hoeckel. Although some pieces look digital, they were created by using cutouts from vintage magazines and books. Simply paper and paste.

Check out her other work at www.bethhoeckel.com

beginners.

see this movie. see this movie. see this movie.

it made me cry. and i don't cry.

fun.

 finally saw fun. at the wiltern last night. i was overwhelmed with joy.

augustana.

Augustana at the House of Blues. Amazing live.

I also enjoyed this display of The Maine's Arizona pride.

old bands, new albums.

so glad both of these bands are back.

hold your horses.

This music video from the French band, Hold Your Horses!, brings famous paintings to life. So creative. The song is called "70 Million". Love it.

papier mache.

In love with this video.
Created by Papier Mache online magazine. 
So sweet.

autilia.

Mildly obsessed with this Aussies style.

www.autilia.blogspot.com

i love illustration.

Just came across this blog.

 www.iloveillustration.blospot.com

They feature amazing illustrations and artwork from various artists. Most are fashion related. I looked for hours.

swim.

There may still be snow in some parts of the country, but swim season is quickly approaching. Here are some of my favorites.

tori praver $196

by the way, this suit is completely reversible.

www.anthropologie.com

miu miu $215 

www.netaporter.com

rodarte for opening ceremony $345

www.shopbop.com

zimmerman $285

www.zimmermanstore.com

diane von furstenburg $260

www.netaporter.com

zimmerman $345

www.saksfifthavenue.com

yes please.

Rodarte for Opening Ceremony. I want it all.

springtime shoes.

a summer wedge is very necessary. right?

www.madewell.com $168

maurie and eve "arianne" boot

ok, so these aren't really what you would call a springtime shoe, but it's kind of the perfect new bootie.

www.solestruck.com $300

f troupe bow sandal

so sweet.

www.needsupply.com $169

birds.

Went to see the sandhill cranes at Whitewater Draw. Pretty neat.

parachute.

shell games.

First video off the new album. Perfect.