On the way to Big Sur, we stopped at a rest point on the side of the road. Pine trees covered the ground up to the cliffs that dropped down to the ocean. It was beautiful! I was wearing this beige lace maxi dress--I love the romantic, soft feel it gives me.
I took a road trip this past week through the coastline of California! It was so much fun and the sights were spectacular!
Some of the places we visited included: Big Sur; McKay Falls and Pfiefer Beach, Hearst Castle, and The Channel Islands; Anacappa...
This week I had the wonderful opportunity of working with the amazingly talented young photographer, Raul Romo. I'm wearing a nude-toned jumper by LUSH. I loved how the earth tone of the suit blended with the atmosphere of the sand and rocks.
You can see more of Raul's amazing work on his Facebook or Tumblr site :)
My friend made this cool video of a few of our summer adventures thus far. You'll see our friends goofing off at the pool, and us snorkling in beautiful water with an array of fish! Hope you enjoy the video! :-)
Ocean mist, sparkling sands, salty breeze, the breaking of waves, the ocean's tide, the pull of the current, pebbles, stones, and seaweed--this is one of my greatest love affairs of all; the sea.
I absolutley love all things nautically inspired. I remember when I got my first French Vogue magazine the pages of Military/Sailor inspired looks touched me in the deep core of my nautical-hungry soul. I don't know what it is about the blues, reds, whites, canvas materials, oxford shoes, and loafers that make me feel so good and close to the sea which I love. Here's a photo of my favorite sailor hat which I decided to follow with some photos of inspiration. I love the vintage, sailor feel each one emits.
Ay, Ay Captain!
Robert Redford
Audrey Hepburn
Brigitte Bardot
Coco Channel
I find it interesting that the famous "french stripes" were originally worn by sailors who were considered of "low rank." Who knew the trend would grace the future pages of Vogue magazines everywhere...
Another source of inspiration stems from one of my all time favorite songs from my all time favorite bands, I present to you for your listening pleasure, "French Navy" by Camera Obscura.
