Slanted Mansion is the creation of designer & photographer Siobhan Frost who interviews and photographs the spaces & studios of creative people from across the globe.
Film Is Awesome Sauce
i’ve been holding out on posting about my friend Debra‘s photography blog Film Is Awesome Sauce (nice parks & rec reference, deb) because i’ve been waiting for her posts to get to such a level that you can enjoy many HOURS of browsing. and browse you will, for she takes her camera basically everywhere she goes. photographing in film is no small task considering the time & effort & cash that goes into developing and scanning these days – but the results are oh so worth it. the richness of the colours never fail to wow me.
background story: Debra is the twin sister of Jessica, of Nook Eatery fame, and we have been friends for over 20 years (gosh we’re old). she recently moved to Johannesburg, which means that her subject matter has taken on a beautiful shift – from lush winelands scenery (see her post about the gardens at Babylonstoren – which i still haven’t visited yet) to crumbling art deco buildings in Springs… there’s lots to see.
and another thing, south africa is awesome (sauce). we need to travel & experience & document our own country more.
all photography by debra shepherd
ZOO BE ZOO BE ZOO
so, did you watch it? did you? i don’t normally host reviews / discussions on here, but i am DYING to talk about Mad Men! spoilers within, you can access the full post after this rare image of don smiling (it’s like looking into the sun)
edit: to all the French readers, i know that it’s actually zou bisous bisous – the title is just a bit of fun…
Rhi Ellis
Ilana Kohn SS12
have a gander at the lovely new spring summer 2012 collection from Ilana Kohn, which you can pre-order at her shop.
photography: dustin fenstermacher / model, hair, make-up & jewellery: caroline ventura / shoes: no.6
Leandro Dominguez
at the moment my thoughts are often consumed with a single line… WINTER IS COMING. and not just because Game of Thrones starts on 1 april. oh no. it’s still pretty hot here in south africa, but soon the weather is going to turn and i’ll be planning fantasy weekend getaways in log cabins with cosy fireplaces. the winter 2012 collection from Argentinian designer Leandro Dominguez makes me even more excited for my favourite season.
Nice Things No.7
ombre tights by BZRBZR:
grasp porcelain bowls by bryce wymer:
cat pouch by fill it with diamonds:
j’adore cushion by lovemaki
circle screenprints by sandra thompsen:
textiles by knife in the water:
cat zipper clutch by leah goren:
kafka print from maison paulette:
tops by kertis:
porcelain tumblers by villarreal ceramics:
Cardigan Giveaway
The giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Emma!
Cardigan is one of my wonderful sponsors (check out yonder sidebar) and i’m really pleased to tell you that Lynne is offering one lucky reader the chance to win a beautiful piece from their Spring collection. some of these styles aren’t even available online yet – so not only are you getting a sneak peek, but you stand the chance to own one. i have my eye on the blue breton stripe, such a classic.
all you have to do to enter is let me know in the comments which of the 4 styles is your favourite, and if you win that’s the one you’ll be gettin’ in the mail.
1. La Plage Crewneck - in linen cotton, a clever way to do a stripe… inspired by sand on a beach
2. Elysse French stripe - our signature mariners stripe in fine merino updated in an easy sweatshirt body
3. Ombre Shadow stripe - our grass green is our ode to spring made in fine line
4. Elysse Raglan Crewneck - with buttons made in fine linen, a breezy way to wear our mariner stripe
the giveaway is open to anyone anywhere in the world as Cardigan offers international shipping. readers outside the US must please note that, as with all international shipping, you may be subject to your country’s customs charges / import duties upon arrival. the giveaway ends on Friday 23 March, and the winner will be randomly selected in a lucky draw.
Southern Weekend
just a group of pals having what looks like a great weekend… photographed by Lisa Larsen in 1951 for Life.
Grace Spring 2012
Alison sent me the Spring lookbook for her lovely accessories label Grace. she also carries a scarf called the Diana, which literally has my name written all over it.
