Jessie Randall
of Loeffler Randall dishes on shoes, motherhood, and her New Year 's resolution Travel to India with
Rikshaw Design Sarah Ashley Longshore reinvents Audrey
Issue No. 12 January 2012
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matchbook GIRl... toasted the New Year with vintage champagne coupes knows a neon pink manicure brings mid-winter cheer donates old favorites to charity –– in with the new! hangs an Audrey painting (she's certain it will bring good luck) thinks a new year calls for new sequined flats hosts a soirée for her closest friends daydreams of a trip to India is optimistic of things to come!
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Date book note from k atie & jane Editor's wish lists
Trip to the Zoo Pajama Party Equestrian Chic
Matchbook Investigates
Beauty products directory
What’s In Your Bag?
D iana Vreeland just married
january's
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Jessie Randall, at Loeffler Randall's SoHo headquarters Photography by
Rima Campbell
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contents
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history lesson 22 24
portrait of a l ady
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10 things you didn't know about...
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may we suggest
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Tech Smart
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kindred spirit
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50 Cl assics
Mary Todd Lincoln Paul Newman
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culture & living
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encyclopedia
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The Icon
T he Postage Stamp T he Riding Boot
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The matchbook girl's new year's resolutions
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Book , Film, and Music Reviews Gadget G irl
p.134 Brigitte Bardot
Games – Old-Fashioned Fun!
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Passage to India
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In The Soto Family Way
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Winter Welcome
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L a Vie de L’artiste
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Travels with Rikshaw Design founder Catherine Fitzsimmons Target style expert Sabrina Soto designs the nursery of her sister's dreams Hostess and entertaining tips for the Matchbook girl A visit with artist Ashley Longshore at her New Orleans studio If The Shoe Fits
Inside Loef f ler Randall's SoHo headquarters with Matchbook's cover girl Jessie Randall matchbook
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The Mona Lisa is exhibited in the U.S. for the first time at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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Oprah Winfrey is born in Kosciusko, Mississippi
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National Croissant Day
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Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, is born in Berkshire, England
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The first Tournament of Roses Parade is held in Pasadena, California
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The Metropolitan Opera House in New York, New York hosts its first jazz concert
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Virginia Woolf is born in London, England
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National Popcorn Day
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NBC’s Today Show premieres
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The world's largest diamond, the Cullinan, is found in South Africa, weighing 3,106.75 carats
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is born in Salzburg, Austria
National Blueberry Pancake Day
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note from katie + jane Oh, January, how we love thee. You are a fresh start. A new beginning. A bright new pair of ballet flats and daydreams of impending spring. The New Year affords us each the opportunity to shake off the dust of everyday life. To step back, revaluate, and recollect. Matchbook girls dream big dreams over their morning cups of tea.
Photograph by Cooper Carras
This issue, though we can’t quite believe it, marks the end of Matchbook’s first year. In the past eleven months, we have published over 1,500 pages of original content. From Lima to Charleston to Istanbul, our monthly issues have featured creatives that inspire us to live lives of curiosity and flair. It is an honor to add our darling cover girl, Jessie Randall of Loeffler Randall, to this list. Between raising her three young boys and designing the chicest shoes on earth, it seems the stylish-as-she-is-sweet Brooklynite can do no wrong. Thank you, Jessie, for putting a skip in our step. Throw on your smartest shades, girls. 2012 is going to be a very bright year. katie + jane
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delighted to meet you The MATCHBOOK Team Katie Armour
Jane Lilly Warren
co-founder editorial director
co-founder creative director
Jamie Ericson
Katie Evans
Amelia Moye
sarah Tolzmann
rowen hahn
Meredith Bucher
copy editor
editorial intern editorial intern
illustrator
associate designer design intern
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contributors
matchbook's January contributors Be Inspired PR
rima campbell
Producer Los Angeles, CA
Photographer New York, NY
Dolce Designs Studio
Natalie Grasso
Floral & Event Designers Los Angeles, CA
Writer Washington, D.C.
Kaylen Ralph
Bonnie Tsang
Writer Columbia, MO 12
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Photographer Los Angeles, CA
contributors
thank you Jessica Claire
Shannon Darrough
Photographer Los Angeles, CA
Writer Wilmington, NC
Mackenzie Horan
Kristina Hultkrantz
Writer Darien, CT
Heather Schneider
Photographer New Orleans, LA
Illustrator Stockholm, Sweden
Scott Wade
Writer Philadelphia, PA matchbook
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T his Year the matchbook girl resolves to... plan more road trips
People Sunglasses, Piperlime, $163
play more Scrabble
Scrabble, Barnes & Noble, $17
host more soirĂŠes
Penguin Cocktail Shaker, Amazon, $40
knit more sweaters
Handknit Fisherman CableKnit Sweater, J.Crew, $188 14
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plant a garden
Mophead Hydrangea, Terrain, $68
dance all night
Cheree Heels, Kate Spade, $325
spruce up her space
Henley Chocolate Floor Pillow, Room & Board, $39
bake more cookies
Measuring Spoons, Anthropologie, $24
visit more museums
Facade Mousepad, The Met Store, $15
send more letters
Paris + Vintage Ribbon, Minted, from $35
sport more sparkle
Jeweled Clasp Clutch, Banana Republic, $98
take more chances
Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick in Rouge, Ulta Beauty, $6 matchbook
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editor’s wish list
trip to the zoo jane lilly warren, creative director
loving creatures add a playful touch
Resort White Horsin Around Critter E arrings
Lilly Pulitzer, $38
Scar ab Pillow
Jonathan Adler, $175 Bull dog l amp Atelier
Abigail Ahern, ÂŁ295
Bir d Toile Wallpaper - York
Burke Decor, $88
stationery set with les squirrels red
safari suite pocket jour nals
Iomoi, $28
Kate Spade, $12
R atta n Elepha nt Hamper Home
Decorators Collection, $79
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M arc by M arc Jacobs Nude/ Metallic Gol d Foot we ar
Zappos, $195
editor’s wish list Spisa ni Horse He ad Book Ends Barneys,
$295
Enamelled insect cuff
Kenneth Jay Lane, $105
Beeswax Lip Bal m Tin Burt's
Bar bar a Barry for Wedgwood Best in Show Te apot Amazon, $175
Bees, $3
Pr inted Cock tail Napkins by Iomoi for M atouk Fine
Linens, $79
Oven Glove Elefa nt Linen Svensk
Ttenn, 190 SEK
Knitted Painted Fox Jumper
TopShop, $76
Apron Elefa nt Linen Squad Svensk Ttenn,
690 SEK
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editor’s wish list
Pa jama Party Essie Nail Polish in Mod Squad Ulta
katie armour, editorial director
never too old for a girls' night in
Beauty, $8
Leopar d Nail File Forever
21, $1 for 6
Le Pavillion Cosmetic Bag
Kate Spade, $70
For your beauty sleep!
M ary Green Sleeping Eye M ask Shopbop,
$25
Sleeping Bag
L.L.Bean, $85
Striped Toothbrush M arvis Toothpaste
Beauty.com, $11
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Alamanders Alley, $7
Andre a Velvet Slipper
Banana Republic, $40
editor’s wish list Conair Curlers Ulta
Beauty, $26
Xhil ar ation Dot Sheet Set Target, $18
M ason Pe arson Brush
Anthropologie, $120
Super soft and pretty as can be! Silk Pajam a Shirt
J.Crew, $108
Popcor n Bowl
Wayfair, $15
Silk Pajam a Pa nt
J.Crew, $98
Har ibo Gol d-Be ars
Amazon, $13 for 12
Slumber parties demand chick flicks... Sixteen Ca ndles
Amazon, $6
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editor’s wish list
Equestrian Chic Rowen Hahn, Editorial intern
Tiffany & Co., $875
for riders and admirers alike
John Deria n Decoupage Tr ay Orange
Tiffa ny Metro Horseshoe Penda nt
and Pear, $70
L auren Equestria n Chain Br acelet
Bloomingdale’s, $58
Denim Campsite Shirt Madewell, $80
Horse Decoupage Wastebasket Horse Zip Clutch
ASOS, $55
Enamel Ba ngle
Hermes, $485
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The Well Appointed House, $126
Horse Welcome M at
BedBathStore.com, $25
editor’s wish list Hacking Jacket in Double-Serge Wool J.Crew,
$250
Equestria n Dessert Pl ates
Horse & Hound Gallery, $239
Equestr ia n Style Barnes &
Noble, $46
Dooney & Bourke Cork Bag Zappos, $124
Leisurely Dr ive Glovelettes
ModCloth, $50
The Archive Le ather Boot
Madewell, $298
Thom as Paul Horse Pillow Burke Decor, $70
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portrait of a lady
T he First
First Lady By Kaylen Ralph
As a young woman, she proclaimed to friends that she would marry a future United States President. On March 4, 1861, Abraham Lincoln was inaugurated and Mary Todd’s premonition was realized. Though Lincoln was the sixteenth president of the United States, Mary Todd was the first First Lady.
Mary Todd Lincoln on maintaining a high level robe in 1861, projecting an Mary Todd Lincoln was born on December 13, 1818 in Lexington, Kentucky. Her father was an officer in the War of 1812 and a member of the Kentucky Legislature. Her mother died in 1825, and when Mary’s father remarried, the young girl didn’t exactly get along with her new stepmother. Regardless, she lived a privileged life and received an education at a time when many young women were denied such an opportunity. Because of her father’s membership in the Whig Party, Mary developed an early interest in politics and political issues. She was pursued romantically by politicians, including Lincoln’s main source of political competition, Stephen Douglas. When she married Lincoln in 1842, she insisted 22
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of involvement in her husband’s political endeavors. His six-foot-four-inch frame dwarfed her small five-foottwo-inch size.
image of stability and security in the White House was probably exactly what she had in mind. But the $26,000 project angered many of her husband’s supporters, who She took on projects of her instead saw it as a blatant own as well. According to lack of regard for families legend, her maternal grand- suffering during the war. mother was heavily involved in aiding runaway slaves Though there was little asthrough the Underground sessment made about her Railroad. As the First Lady mental health at the time, during the Civil War, Mary experts now agree her behavwas also a staunch supporter ior was indicative of depresof abolition. As the war pro- sion, anxiety, paranoia, and gressed, she offered whatev- a host of other mental ails. er help she could to ensure When she and her husband a Northern victory. She vol- entered the White House unteered as a nurse in Union and the Civil War was unhospitals, sheltered Union derway, they had already soldiers in the White House, lost two of the four sons they and entertained to keep up bore together. Though she Union morale. When she re- had always wanted to marry decorated the White House a President, life with Lincoln and revamped her own ward- was not exactly what the
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privileged girl from Lexington had imagined for herself. Regardless, emancipation of the slaves and support for the Union Army were two causes she always stood by, even going so far as to consider the Emancipation Proclama-
tion a personal victory of her own. After Lincoln was assassinated in Ford’s Theater in 1865, Mary relocated to Chicago and began the post-presidential, widowed stage of
her life. She sought solace in the tranquility of Wisconsin, where it was rumored that she consulted with a psychic in the hopes of reaching her dead husband. She died in Springfield, Illinois in 1882.
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1. Newman was so
embarrassed by his performance in his first motion picture, The Silver Chalice, that he took out a full page apology ad in the local paper promising to improve.
2. Known for his striking
blue eyes, Newman was in fact color blind. This prevented him from being a Navy pilot in WWII.
3. Early in his career he
was often mistaken for Marlon Brando and would sign autographs in Brando’s name for the actor’s adoring, but mistaken fans.
4. He loved auto racing
(he learned on the set of Winning in 1969) and even placed second in France’s famous Le Mans race.
Actor, auto racer, and philanthropist, Paul Newman (1925-2008) dazzled and delighted many with his devilishly good looks, big heart, and sly charm. From the stage of the Academy Awards to the grocery store aisle, the Cleveland, Ohio native managed to win the hearts of America both onscreen and off.
5. Though he was
survived by five daughters, he tragically lost his only son, Scott, to a drug overdose in 1978. Scott’s passing inspired him to found a foundation to discourage young people from drug abuse.
6. On set he was famous
for his practical jokes--he once filled director Robert Altman’s movie trailer with 300 baby chicks.
8. Newman was nominated for ten Academy Awards over five decades and didn’t win until his eighth nomination.
9. In 1982 he founded
the non-profit food company Newman’s Own. What started with organic salad dressing has now generated over $300 million for charity.
10. Multiple colleges
celebrate “Newman Day” When asked about during which students infidelity (he was married try to drink twenty-four to fellow actor Joanne beers in twenty-four Woodward for fifty years), he hours. Newman inspired famously quipped, "Why go the holiday when he out for a hamburger when supposedly said, "Twenty you have steak at home?" four beers in a case, twenty-four hours in a day. Coincidence? I think not."
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ON our SHELF The Fallback Plan by Leigh Stein (Melville House)
The Fallback Plan may unfortunately sound familiar to many recent college graduates. In Leigh Stein’s debut novel, Eshter Kohler graduates and with no job prospect or general motivation, moving back home with mom and dad. When Eshter is forced to take on a babysitting job, she takes on a pivotal role, watching her neighbor’s remaining daughter after the loss of their other child. The novel focuses around Eshter’s 26
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reluctance to grow up and the maturity needed to navigate the fractured family dynamic she falls into. At 26, Stein captures a generation in stasis with the eye not only of an observer, but a clear participant. The Fallback Plan is equal parts heartwarming and hilarious. Elizabeth the Queen by Sally Bedell Smith (Random House) Available January 10th
With noteworthy biographies of the Clintons, JFK and Jackie O, and Princess Diana, one would think that Sally Bedell Smith
couldn’t set her sights any higher. Yet, Smith aims for Buckingham Palace and a portrait of the monarch herself, Queen Elizabeth II. While it is certainly not as gossipfilled as her previous subjects allowed for, the famously reserved Queen comes to life in these pages. From the 1950s to the present day, Elizabeth has held firm to tradition and the monarchy. With her approaching Diamond Jubilee, a number of biographies are in the works, but Smith’s is sure to be the definitive one.
culture club The Last Nude: A Novel by Ellis Avery (Riverhead Books) Available January 5th
Inspired by the stunning work La Belle Rafaela by Tamara de Lempicka, Ellis Avery paints a remarkable portrait of 1920s Paris and one thrilling love story. Avery’s work of historical fiction launches forth from the love affair between the famous art-deco artist, Tamara de Lempicka, and her American muse, Rafaela Fano. With a character based on Hemingway and the occasional art-
ist cameo, the Jazz Age of Paris comes alive. Yet, the love of these two women, the sensual, aloof Rafaela and the bitter, intriguing Tamara, is the engrossing heart of the novel. Why We Broke Up by Daniel Handler Art by Maira Kalman (Little, Brown and Co.)
When Min Green decides to break up with her boyfriend, she doesn’t just get rid of him; she gets rid of every item in their relationship. She places it all in a box, from matchbooks and bottle caps to movie tickets and leaves it on the front
door of her new ex, Ed. As Min tells the heartbreaking story of high school love gone sour, each item is catalogued and helps to explain these two very different characters. The best part of the book may be its illustrations, done by the brilliant Maira Kalman. Kalman seems to be everywhere lately (recently collaborating with Michael Pollan in an illustrated edition of Food Rules) and it’s no wonder, as her work always seems to be the perfect mix of whimsy and honesty.
ON THE STEREO Lana Del Rey Born to Die Available January 23
After the success of her first singles “Blue Jeans” and “Video Games” (you may have heard it on Gossip Girl), there is much anticipation in the music world for Lana Del Rey’s first complete album, Born to Die. With her unique voice and quirky lyrical style, it’s sure to merit many a listen.
Ingrid Michaelson Human Again Available January 24
Michaelson’s new album is said to be decidedly darker than the upbeat love songs
of her past. The singersongwriter was influenced by unhappy times for her fourth album and the first single, “Ghost,” kicks things off on a mature though melancholy note. matchbook
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Albatross In theaters January 2
Norwegian Wood
A British coming-of-age comedy and drama set in the South of England, Albatross is the story of Emilia, a young aspiring writer. Devastation occurs when she begins an affair with her best friend’s father.
Based on the critically acclaimed novel by Haruki Murakami, Norwegian Wood follows a young man named Toru in late 1960s Tokyo. Still grieving over the suicide of his best friend, Toru must choose between his love affairs with two very different women--his first love, Naoko, and the vivacious new Midori.
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Carol Channing: Larger Than Life In theaters January 20
A must see for Broadway fans, this documentary on actress Carol Channing is pure entertainment. From her starring roles in countless musicals to her four marriages, the film explores the star’s memorable life on and off stage.
tech smart
Shilpa Iyer
GADGET GIRL
Founded in December 2010, Harabu House is an online boutique for chic eco-friendly and globally inspired living. From home decor to fashion accessories, founder Shilpa Iyer scours the globe for unique and multiculturally inspired pieces. Born in India, raised in Singapore,and schooled in the United States, Shilpa knows the true meaning of jet set and relies on her favorite tech gadgets to get her work done.
ON HER WISH LIST
I love the simple industrial design of these uber cool concrete USB drives from Germany. Kix Berlin USB 8 GB, Ausberlin, 49 â‚Ź 30
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tech smart HER FAVORITE GADGETS
It’s small enough to be really portable, but SO powerful! I can get everything done from wherever I may be throughout the day. 13" MacBook Pro, Apple, $1,199
This carafe brews the best coffee and keeps it hot with the insulated cover. I really love the drip-free pouring lip. Every morning needs to start with one of these! Eva Solo Coffee Maker, Amazon, $84
I use it to shoot everything! It uses a professional sensor but is only slightly larger than a point and shoot. I love that it is portable with interchangeable lenses! E-PL1 Camera, Olympus, $500
This network attached storage allows me to store all my photos and files and I can access them from anywhere-even from my iPhone. DiskStation DS211j, Synology, Price Upon Request
I love that it provides a router so I can be productive with my MacBook Pro anywhere in my home office/ house and it automatically performs backups of my critical data--all wirelessly! Time Capsule, Apple, $299
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1. Karen Walker Super Duper Strength Sunglasses, Shopbop, $250 2. Icon Trench, J.Crew, $298 3. High Rise Retro Flare Jeans, Old Navy, $37 4. Yves Saint Laurent Leopard-Print Scarf, Net-A-Porter, $560 5. Salvatore Ferragamo Varina, Zappos Couture, $395 6. Silk High Tea Top, Madewell, $118 7. Kate Spade Garden Grove Marguerite, Zappos Couture, $545 8. Alex Monroe Diamond Flower Necklace, Net-A-Porter, $205
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1. Bobbi Brown Blush in Nude Pink, Nordstrom, $24 2. Shimmer Eyeshadow in Cyprus, NARS, $23 3. Sisley Eau de Campagne Soap, Bloomingdale’s, $40 4. L’Oreal Lineur Intense Liquid Eyeliner, Ulta Beauty, $8 5. Dior Lip Color in Corolle Pink, Nordstrom, $32 6. 5-Piece Brush Set, Stila Cosmetics, $28 7. Polka Dot Bow Clips, Forever 21, $2 8. Stila Glamoureyes Mascara, Beauty Bar, $22 9. Ralph Lauren Cosmetic Case, Zappos, $63 10. Tocca Eau de Parfum in Brigitte, Beaty Bar, $68
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1. Hoffman Bed, Room & Board, $1,299 2. Santino Sconce, Ballard Designs, $219 3. Art Gallery Chalkboard, Wisteria, $179 4. Louis XVI End Chair, Wisteria, $429 5. Jamil Pillow, The Well Appointed House, $130 6. Wool Area Rug, Burke Decor, from $130 7. Quilted Garden Seat, Ballard Designs, $239 8. Velvety Throw, Burke Decor, $75
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1. Ballet Ribbon Gold Teacup, Waterford, $30 2. Bodum French Press, Linens ’n Things, $58 3. Cut Lace Vanity Tray, Urban Outfitters, $24 4. Passport Journal, Target, $10 5. MOR Cosmetics Emporium Candle, Zappos, $32 6. Victor Column Lamp Base, Juliska, $550 7. Jardins White Candlestick, Juliska, $98 8. Monogrammed Bud Vases, Williams-Sonoma, $39 for 3 9. Crane Queen Bee Note Cards, Macy’s, $29 10. Ivory and Blue Wastebasket, Wisteria, $79
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oday, after a Matchbook girl pens a letter, she places a forty-four-cent postage stamp in the upper right hand corner. Before the postage stamp was invented, letters were stamped with ink designating the day and month they were sent. These postmarks were created in 1661 by Henry Bishop and became known as “Bishop Marks.” Not until 1837 were reforms proposed by the British postmaster general, Sir Rowland Hill, who wanted all letters from the British Isles to cost the same rate and contain a stamp. The stamp would be a receipt that the sender had paid for the letter. After much debate, the first government postage stamp was finally issued on May 6, 1840.
Sir Rowland Hill designed the first adhesive stamp to depict the profile of Queen Victoria (she was fifteen years old at the time). It soon became known as the “Penny Black” as it cost one penny and was printed in black ink. The image on the stamp has since contained countless designs celebrating everything from historical icons to national monuments. In 1940 the United States Postal Service created a collection of thirtyfive famous American artists, authors, painters, educators, scientists, inventors, and composers. Among the famous educators was Booker T. Washington, who became the first African American to be depicted on a postage stamp. Since then postage stamps have celebrated everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Mickey Mouse, always adorning snail mail with a touch of style.
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Timeline 1840 The first adhesive stamp is issued with Queen Victoria’s profile for a penny 1902 Martha Washington is the first woman depicted on a U.S. postage stamp 1942 The Win the War stamp is issued and widely used to promote patriotism during World War II 1951 The United Nations issues their first stamp 1974 The first self-adhesive stamp is issued, priced at ten cents
Did You Know?
Brazil was the second country following England to use the postage stamp. The U.S. released its first stamp in 1847.
The Elvis stamp from 1993 is the most popular stamp with over 124 million sold.
King George V was an avid stamp collector, possessing one of the most valuable collections in the world at the time. matchbook
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What is the one beauty product you can't live without?
“I definitely cannot live without my NARS Multiple in Copacabana. Whilst it can also be used on the cheeks and lips, I love to use it around my eyes to give them a dewy shimmer. People always comment on it and want to know where they can get themselves one!”
"I always come back to Estée Lauder's Advanced Night Repair. This is such a fantastic product and is great for anti-aging. And since my mother always taught me to take care of my skin, one of the best ways to remedy any damage done to skin during the day is to nurture it while you sleep."
“I couldn't live without perfume! It's my favorite thing and it's so ingrained in my daily routine. I have different scents that I'll wear on different occasions, and even one that I'll wear when I'm in certain colors! Perfume is so feminine and it makes me feel like such a girl!”
Abbey Davies Gild and Grace
Christine Cameron My Style Pill
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I have different scents that I'll wear on different occasions, and even one that I'll wear when I'm in certain colors!
“I absolutely love Moroccan Oil. Because my hair is long, I try my best to keep it as healthy as possible. I use a big dollop of Moroccan Oil as soon as my hair is towel dried, focusing mostly on the ends. It works wonders!”
Veronika Placek Tick Tock Vintage
“Undoubtedly waterproof “Without a doubt it's mascara, preferably Dior. Bliss Steep Clean Pore Even when I know what Purifying Mask. It's the an interior, event, or photo perfect antidote for a shoot is going to look like dull, tired complexion after months of concept and always development, watching leaves your my clients jump for skin looking joy when they see brighter and the finished product healthier. Plus, will always bring it comes in a a tear to my eye. really fun pump Phew, pandadispenser!” eye disaster averted!”
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classic games
because Matchbook girls enjoy old-fashioned fun
2. Backgammon Set B a r neys , $595
1. Alabaster Chess Set
B ar neys , $365
3. Red Dice Pair
A m azon , $3
4. Tic Tac Toe
Z G a l l er ie , $40
5. Bananagrams
Target, $15
6. Let’s Go Fishin’
Target, $10
7. Mouse Trap
Target, $20
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L a P l ates , $40
9. Old Maid
The L a n d Nod , $13
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11. Tiddlywinks The L a n d of Nod , $7
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C r at e & B ar r el , $35
14. Old Fashion Metal Jacks
The L a n d
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15. Apples to Apples
M acy ’s , $25
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17. Colorful Dominoes
K ate S pa de , $35
16. Vintage Edition Monopoly R estor at ion
H a r dwar e , $149
18. Candy Land
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et's be real. What would I wear during the months between September and March in D.C. if riding boots weren't available in every shape, size, and shade with varietal bells and whistles, functional or otherwise? What really would I do if I couldn't tuck my leggings and jeggings and pants into an attractive pair of riding boots? It hasn't been this easy to dress myself since 1991, when I'd wake up to the clothes my mom had laid out for me: stirrup pants, a long girlish shirt, and a pair of Mary Janes, high tops, or snow boots. I was dressed and out the door to kindergarten, the happiest fiveyear-old you ever did see. Cut to now, twenty years later, on a rainy forty-degree day in December. Drinks tonight at this trendy new spot on 14th Street (Dorothy, we're not in GeorgeBy
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town anymore). Am I feeling heels with my black opaque Spanx? No. Black flats? Meh. Do I wish my mother were in town to lay out an outfit for me? Yes. And then, out of the corner of my eye, my trusty pair of chocolatey brown riding boots, re-soled twice and polished often-yum. These will do the trick. The term riding boot gets thrown around pretty loosely these days. Recently while we were scanning Zappos, a friend and I lingered on a page of boot options. "Now there's a good looking boot," she remarked, to which I replied, "Blech, what on earth are those laces?" She explained that they were formal riding boots and that's what an old fashioned
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the icon bag or, in this case, a boot? Usually, yes. But when it comes to what we're calling "riding boots" that we happen to wear everywhere but the stable, my eyes want something more urbane. City chic. Pared down or, dare I say, minimalist. Give me that good horsey leather and a tough solid sole, but keep the laces and the buckles and anything too shiny. I'm chomping at the bit for a boot with good lines and an elegant silhouette, but when I say it's time to get back in the saddle, I'm not talking equestrian. And so I'm pleased that it seems designers out there in this moment are thinking the same way. For every pair of boots with a non-functional buckle or something uniquely impractical like--cringe--a heel, I'm seeing three pairs of simple, city-fied, and straightforward flat-soled riding boots. This is the sort of boot I'd like to wear riding off into the sartorial sunset. Or, at the very least, into the New Year. Giddy up, Matchbook girl. Happy 2012!
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RIKSHAW DESIGN FOUNDER CATHERINE FITZSIMMONS
travels to India once a year to check in on the collection’s beautiful block print textiles. From women’s kurtas to ruffled baby bloomers, she’s built a devout fan base of women (ourselves included!) eager to channel her boho chic style. Fitzsimmons’ latest adventure took her to Delhi, Jaipur, and Jodhpur to gather inspiration and spend time with the artisans behind her brand. Lucky for us, she agreed to let the Matchbook girls vicariously travel along!
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We’re dying over these photos. When was your trip? I went at the beginning of November, a perfect time because it isn’t too hot. And how long were you there? Ten days--it takes two days to get there! Quite the journey! Where in India are the Rikshaw textiles made? All of our textiles are hand block printed in Jaipur and manufactured in Delhi. And what can you tell us about the block printing process? The block printing process is mesmerizing to me. It is incredibly time consuming and a true art. First the wooden blocks are hand carved with designs, and then, depending on how many colors are in your print, they layer block after block with incredible precision, all by hand!
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THE BLOCK PRINTING PROCESS IS MESMERIZING TO ME. IT IS INCREDIBLY TIME CONSUMING AND A TRUE ART.
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I can’t even imagine. What is it about India that inspires you? The people, they are so hospitable and kind. And obviously what they create with textiles-so colorful, piece by piece--is jaw-dropping. What was the highlight of your trip? I always love going to the block printer, mixing the colors right there, and trying a bunch of options until the print is just right! Do you have a favorite city in India? This trip I headed to Jodhpur and I think that may be my new favorite! It’s a small walled city, known as The Blue City. You can walk around the town next to the cows, tuk-tuks, locals, and foreigners. You really get into the culture there rather than seeing it from afar. Plus the Raas Hotel where I stayed was at the foot of the wall and is just spectacular. Now that you have all this new inspiration, what can we look forward to in Rikshaw’s Spring Collection? Bright colors! Punch and tangerine are the colors this season, plus new fun whimsical prints and new styles for women and children. Rikshaw Lounge will launch soon! We can’t wait! 56
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INDIA TIPS ONE Every time I go to India I treat myself and stay at a fabulous hotel! It’s so worth it after a long day to come back to a gorgeous hotel which, in India, is sometimes like a palace.
TWO Wear comfy sandals. I bought “granny” cork sandals and wore them every day. They’re my new favorite shoe when traveling to warm places.
THREE I recommend using a travel agency if you don’t have any local contacts. They can help with driver assistance, guides for touring, and where to shop.
FOUR I always pack a great camera, lots of Rikshaw kurtas (the perfect layer), a cotton scarf for the plane, and ear plugs for the crazy train rides.
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The Matchbook Girl's
RIKSHAW Favorites Taj Blanket, $68
Booti Camel Pillow, $80
A selection of our favorite pieces for spring!
Bloomer, $24*
Women’s Kurta, $70*
Sundress, $58*
Taj Boudoir Pillow, $30 *Spring 2012 Collection
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What’s a girl to do when her sister is Sabrina Soto, one of interior design’s top people to know? Ask her to create the nursery of her dreams, of course! That’s exactly what mom-to-be Natasha Yusta requested, and thankfully Soto made time between her starring roles on Extreme Makeover and HGTV to help a sister out. Much to Natasha’s glee, her Target style expert sis pulled off a super-chic nursery in a matter of weeks. Both Soto sisters dished on the family affair.
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do her thing. She def initely ignited the passion in me. Even though I went to school for it, I still consider myself self-taught because And have you picked out of her. a name? What was your inspiration N: Parker for your nephew’s room? So handsome! Why did S: My sister and her husyou recruit Sabrina to band had just moved in weeks before I started dohelp? N: She is my best friend and ing the room. She thought the person I go to with al- she wanted something very most any question or advice. classic and traditional, but I I knew the nursery would showed her this Marimekko be amazing, but once it was elephant, and she just fell completed, it exceed all of in love. I ended up having to redesign the whole room my expectations. because of it. Sabrina, who got you N: The Marimekko canvas is my favorite part! into interior design? Sabrina: My mom was a party planner and decora- What was your favorite tor. I loved to watch her part, Sabrina? Okay, Natasha, we need the background story. Is this your first? Natasha: No, but my f irst boy!
S: Let’s see, I loved the modern rocker. I loved the pool pouf that she can put her feet on while she is rocking the baby. The polka dot bedding is a fun punch of color. The crib is gorgeous. I really loved it all. What do you enjoy about decorating children’s rooms? S: I love doing nurseries and children’s room because you can use so much more color. Instead of the usual themes, like nautical, I like to do a more sophisticated room that the child can grow into. Very smart. Natasha, what was your inspiration? Did you make any specific design requests? N: I wanted it to be bright and matchbook
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happy with a modern feel. I Pinterest. I haven’t pinned Where do you see yourself just let her do what she is great a single thing to my boards, spending the most time? N: Unfortunately, the at. I trusted her completely. but I just love to look. changing table, but hopeAnd Sabrina, what was Do you have a design fully the rocking chair! it like having your sister mantra? S: I’d say I try to keep things We’ll keep our fingers be the client? S: Everything I picked, she fun, colorful, modern, sim- crossed! Last but not least, any current projects we can said, “Yes. Get it. Yes. Go ple, and casual. look forward to, Sabrina? for it.” It probably helps that she was weeks away from You can definitely see that S: I do HGTV every week her due date and ready to in the space. Natasha, and Extreme Makeover. My what was most impor- design book comes out next get the room done! tant to you as a mom May. Too funny. So where do when you were creating you go for fresh design the proper nursery? Can’t wait to add it to our shelf! N: I wanted it to be aesthetideas? S: I really love to read de- ically pleasing to the eye, sign blogs. I love Design but functional for a mom Milk, Design*Sponge, on the go. Sabrina hit every CasaSugar, decor8...and mark without fail. 66
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Cotton Fabric, Marimekko, $62
Babyletto 3-Drawer Changer, Target, $380
Draper Stripe Rug, DwellStudio, $450
DwellStudio for Target Crib Set, Target, $80
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Photography: Jessica Claire Floral and Design: Dolce Designs Studio Planning and Coordination: Sterling Social Catering: Contemporary Catering | DESSERTS: Cupcakes Couture of Manhattan Beach | Stationery: Momental Designs | Scent Station: Kamilyin | Benches and Sofa: Found Vintage Rentals | Lighting: Lighten Up, Inc "We Gather Together" plates: Paloma's Nest Champagne: Nicolas Feuillatte | Sunburst Mirror, Dining Table End Chairs, & Bar Cart: HD Buttercup Produced by: Be Inspired PR 70
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Event & Floral Design by Dolce Designs
No. 1 Choose your color palette and keep it consistent. Multiple color palettes can be distracting. Silver and gold create great winter sparkle.
No. 2 Start investing in a collection (fine china, silverware, glassware)--something that can continue to grow through the years and can be passed on to the next generation.
No. 3 Candles, candles, and more candles! Nothing makes a room feel warmer and more inviting than candlelight.
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Party Planning by Sterling Social
No. 1 Start with cocktails and small bites in a designated area, if possible, and reveal the dining setting just before seating. This adds an element of awe and surprise as guests enter your dining room.
No. 2 For an added touch, create menus for each place setting with signature names for each dish. Not only will this create dinner conversation, but much anticipation as each dish is plated!
No. 3 A take away gift is a simple gesture to make the evening most memorable. Some of our favorite gifts are fragrances from Ka-mil-yin. They say scents trigger memories the strongest--what better way to remember a lovely evening!
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Dining by Contemporary Catering
No. 1 Begin the preparation of the soup long before your guests arrive and keep it at the proper temperature. This makes it an easy first course to serve.
No. 2 We love to entertain with truffles. Very few people are allergic, and they pair with so many hearty winter dishes.
No. 3 Desserts like panna cotta are great for entertaining guests as they are prepared in advance and left to set in the refrigerator.
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Entrees Plugra-Glazed Cornish Game Hen Stuffed with Quinoa and Pine Nut and Fresh Herb Risotto – Himalayan Sea Salt Asparagus with Shaved Truffles Charred Fresh Fennel and Star Anise-Braised Beef Short Rib served over Crispy Polenta Cake with Caramelized Cipollini Onions
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Desserts by Cupcakes Couture
No. 1 Have to-go boxes ready. Your guests may not have room to indulge in sweets after a delicious meal, but they will certainly enjoy them later.
No. 2 Desserts on a stick are always fun, not to mention easy to eat! Make mini cheesecake bites, cookies, brownies, or pies. Put a lollipop stick on it and they'll be a huge hit with your guests.
No. 3 Use items you can find in your house to put a finishing touch on your desserts. Sprinkle them with powdered sugar, toasted marshmallows, or holiday sprinkles.
Penmanship by Momental Designs
No. 1 Want to wow your guests with a unique invite? Add a little speckle of paint or swoosh of hand painted color. You don't need to be Rembrandt to pull off a simple artistic touch.
No. 2 Invites for small gatherings need not arrive to guests more than three weeks in advance and nix the RSVP card to keep things feeling intimate.
No. 3 Infuse a warm and welcoming touch to a small affair with keepsake place cards. Go beyond paper and print and add a vintage brooch or tiny bauble to each. Guests will remember the small gesture in a big way!
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La Vie de L’ artiste Written by MACKENZIE HORAN Photography by HEATHER SCHNEIDER
Long before she discovered an outlet for her creative energy, artist ASHLEY LONGSHORE’s imagination blossomed in the time out chair at home in Montgomery, Alabama. Now a self-taught painter with a charming studio on New Orleans’ Magazine Street, Ashley makes time to practice her craft each and every day. We sat down with this vivacious Matchbook girl to get the scoop on her collaborations with Anthropologie and a certain Ms. Hayek . . .
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First of all, we are in love with your studio! What drew you to New Orleans? This is such an incredible melting pot of artisans and art-loving people. There’s this raw element about the city that really provides an awesome platform for artists of all kinds. I start every day at Velvet, where this woman has traveled the world and brought back the best coffees. I literally start my day with a cup of art on my way to create art. How cool is that? That’s an amazing sentiment. So what does a typical day in your world look like? If I’m not traveling, I’m in the studio by 6:00 a.m. because people start rolling in around 10:30. They’ll bring their kids, I’ll get them all hyped up on sugar, and I end up painting their faces! We read that you once said, “A day without painting is not a day worth living.” Yes! Even when I travel, I bring all my painting equipment with me. I spent September in Holland and I’m spending January in Maui— I’m still going to paint every day! If you’re a writer, you write every day. If you’re a photographer, you take pictures every day. This is my inner monologue. It’s the way I express myself. 84
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Tell us more about your trip to Holland. I put a lot of pressure on myself to keep moving and growing. The whole point is to put myself in a new place where I have to learn my way around and meet new friends. I don’t know if you’ve ever spoken Dutch, but it’s a hard language! Once I choked on something at my table and somebody answered me.
“If you’re a writer, you write every day. If you’re a photographer, you take pictures every day. This is my inner monologue. It’s the way I express myself.”
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dark artwork. People want art that makes them happy! We love the “Time Out” chairs. What’s the story behind them? I grew up in time out. I think that’s where all my imagination started because I was in trouble all the time. When my friends’ kids come in, I’ll tell them, “You need to go to time out to think about how fabulous you are!” Time out doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Maybe I’m going to time out with a bottle of champagne and a block of cheese!
“Time out doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Maybe i’m going to time out with a bottle of champagne and a block of cheese!”
You have a killer sense of humor. I feel like that’s what clients love about my work. I was just down at Art Basel in Miami and everyone’s doing this serious political artwork representing the American economic crisis. Then I have a painting of an Amex card that says, “Take your pills and pay your bills.” I mean, when you get home from work, you don’t want to contemplate
You’ve painted for the likes of Blake Lively and Salma Hayek. Can you tell us a little about that experience? It’s an honor that these hardworking women spend their money on my artwork and hang it in their homes so they can see it every day. Blake came in while she was filming Green Lantern and fell in love with an Audrey Hepburn chair that I’d done. When she came back with her mom, the chair had sold so we did a commission of the chair and she bought a painting called Audrey in Space. And I actually taught Salma painting lessons! No way! That’s a story you’ll be telling your grandchildren someday. Salma walked in and said, “I matchbook
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want to paint with you.” The next thing I know I have her “I’m a self-taught artist bodyguard coming to pick from Montgomery, me up and bringing me to this huge house to paint with Alabama. How in her. Then they’re like, “We the world is this want you to stay for dinner!” happening to me?” The next week I get another call from the bodyguard saying, “Are you available this afternoon? Salma wants to take you to lunch and shopping.” I was like, “Uhh, let me check my schedule. Yes!” I’m a self-taught artist from Montgomery, Alabama. How in the world is this happening to me?
That is just incredible. So what do you have in store for 2012? I feel like every day I’m living the dream! I’m so honored to do what I love. I have big new collections for Anthropologie coming out in 2012 that I’m really thrilled about. I also just want to paint more, learn more, and travel more. I’m excited to continue this creative global takeover in 2012! I want to be more philanthropic, find more peace within myself, and work on being a better person every day.
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IF THE SHOE FITS Written by MACKENZIE HORAN • Photography by RIMA CAMPBELL
A great deal has changed since JESSIE RANDALL’s last apartment was featured in our beloved Domino in September 2006. For starters, she and her husband now have three boys (four-year-old twins and a fourteen-month-old). Then there’s her other baby: footwear company LOEFFLER RANDALL, a dreamy collection fit for the cool downtown girl. We stopped by the company’s SoHo headquarters, where Jessie filled us in on her favorite shoes, her love of crafting, and the New Year’s resolution she’s made several years running. . .
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Thank you so much for having us! Your studio is gorgeous. I was drawn to this space for its location and its natural light. We have two full walls of windows which I think is pretty amazing! That was definitely a selling point for me. And we finally have the right amount of space for all the people who work here and all the product we’re working on! We’re head over heels for your resort collection. Which pair are you most excited to wear? I’m already wearing the Nadia booties all the time! I love them in black and tortora. Then there’s the Ollie opentoed cowboy booties that I just got last week. I haven’t taken them off yet! I’m really into booties; I like pairing them with more feminine things for a little contrast. Are you a heels or flats kind of girl? If I had to pick just one, definitely flats. But I’m embracing heels more than I used to. Wearable heels are something we do really well. Everything that we design and produce—with maybe one or two exceptions!—is super comfortable. When did you know you wanted to design shoes? My husband and I actually met working in advertising and he was the one who encour94
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Speaking of your husband, you two must be incredibly busy with three kids under the age of four. We typically wake up at five o’clock with the baby, who never sleeps. Then we hang out with the twins, get them ready for school, and pile into the car. We drop them off at class then drive into the city.
“EVERYTHING THAT WE DESIGN AND PRODUCE— WITH MAYBE ONE OR TWO EXCEPTIONS!— IS SUPER COMFORTABLE.”
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And what does a day at the office consist of? Once I get to work, every day is different. I’m designing, doing fit sessions, working on press stuff, attending sales appointments, or running up to the Garment District to look at fabric or leather. I’m all over the place! How do you stay inspired? I do a lot of crafting at home, which really inspires me. I’m always learning new techniques, whether it’s sewing or quilting or knitting. I also recently got into cross-stitching and embroidery. We read that your grandmother was one of your biggest creative influences. What style lessons did she teach you? She had very classic style but a lot of personality. She taught me to enjoy being girly and to just have fun with fashion! I don’t really believe in fashion rules that say “do this” or “don’t do that.” I think what makes people special is the way in which they’re unique. What aspect of Loeffler Randall are you most proud of? The most exciting feeling is to design something that will be great for a lot of women and that I want to wear in my own daily life. I’m proud of being able to create shoes that I love
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“I’M PROUD OF BEING ABLE TO CREATE SHOES THAT I LOVE AND THAT I WANT TO HAVE IN MY CLOSET.”
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and that I want to have in my closet. I’m also proud of what we’ve built as a small company and all the successes we’ve had as a team: our website, the retail locations we sell in, how big the collection has gotten, how many different categories we have within footwear. We’re doing rain boots now and we have something big coming up for spring!
We can’t wait! Where do you see your company in five years? I just want it to keep evolving and growing, but also to remain true to what we offer the marketplace that’s different from what other brands are doing. We’re really committed to creating high-quality shoes at a more attainable price.
Last but not least, this issue of Matchbook will come out just after New Year’s Day. Have you made any resolutions for 2012? Probably the same resolution that I have every year and always fail at: to give up Diet Coke. I know I shouldn’t, but it’s my biggest vice. I don’t drink coffee, but I drink one Diet Coke every day!
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Jessie Randall’s MATCHBOOK QUESTIONNAIRE 1.
Tea or Coffee?
Diet Coke
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I collect...
Charms for my necklace Favorite city?
Brooklyn
Spring or Fall?
Summer
Bloom of choice?
Peony
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Style icon?
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Fifi Lapin Linens?
Dwell for the boys
I’m lusting after... 5.
A new iPad just for me
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1. Diet Coke Fridge Pack (12 cans), $6, Office Max 2. Alphabet J 18ct Gold Charm, Links of London, $320 3. Pink Champagne Peonies, Diane James Home, $350 4. The Wonderful World of Fifi Lapin: Style Secrets of a Furry Fashionista, Amazon, $9 5. Traffic Dot Lt. Blue Sheet Set, Dwell Studio, $132 6. iPad2, Apple, $499
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Albatross website
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Carol Channing: Larger Than Life website
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Dolce Designs facebook twitter website
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Elizabeth the Queen by Sally Bedell Smith website
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Kristina Hultkrantz shop website
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Ingrid Michaelson Human Again website
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Norwegian Wood website
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The Fallback Plan by Leigh Stein website The Last Nude: A Novel by Ellis Avery website
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Why We Broke Up by Daniel Handler  Art by Maira Kalman website
matchbook investigates
Christine Cameron, My St yle Pill Abbey Davies, Gild and Grace Mara Ferreira, M Loves M Michele Ginnert y, My Notting Hill Emma Clements, White & Wander Veronika Placek, Tick Tock Vintage
what’s in your bag? Illustrator Kristina Hultkrantz imagines the fabulous finds in Diana vreeland ’s bag. Adore this kindred spirit as much as we do? The print is available in Kristina's etsy shop!
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just married
Meghan and Brinker Wolf The Location... in our hometown of Chicago at Holy Name Cathedral and the University Club of Chicago. We met... while I was being wing-woman to a mutual friend at Butch McGuire’s. The proposal... was in St. Thomas, the ring was hidden in a bag of chocolate covered gummy bears, our favorite! My dress... I had my eye on it forever! I couldn’t resist the Swiss-dot detail and gorgeous grosgrain belt. It felt very "us" because... our love for Nantucket was inspiration for flowers, invitations and all of the finishing touches. We honeymooned in... the Maldives, the most stunningly beautiful islands!
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Taryn and Todd Degnan The Location... Newport Beach, California We met... at a dive bar in downtown San Diego through a mutual friend. The proposal... At our "spot" overlooking the ocean in Newport Beach, later joined by family and friends. Perfection. My dress... was an ivory, strapless Pronovias with a sweet notched neckline. Classic yet modern, simple and perfect. It felt very "us" because... our ceremony was extremely personal to us and our traditions, which really set the tone for the night! We honeymooned in... Europe, sailing the Mediterranean and stopping in beautiful places like Capri, Barcelona and Cinque Terre!
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