You Have GOT to Check This Site Out!

I read three newspapers per day now. I added Women's Wear Daily to my roster. And given the depressing headlines stalking the other two, I'm glad I did. Though I must admit, lately the gloom has spread to the front page of WWD.

But you know what? This post isn't about that. This post is about fabulousness in its purest form, available for free online. To whit, WWD had an article on Tuesday about the latest offering from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. They are placing their entire catalogue online! And my favorite part?

The Costume Institute

Oh. My. God. How happy am I?? Want to see a Chanel Suit? Here you go!


Or a stomacher from the 18th century? Have at it.


Or how about Alexander McQueen's Oyster Dress? Look all you want.


Yes, I'm in heaven. I have a new fave rave site. Check it out, get inspired and have fun!

Happy sewing!
All photos: The Costume Institute

Organic Balloons

I promised you pictures of the Performance Art Balloons at the MAD opening, so here you go. Talk about taking the balloon doggie to a new level. First we have the "Anemone":

Then there was the "Boy Balloon"

And of course, the complementing "Girl Balloon"

Tell me those aren't, um, evocative...

Happy sewing!

LaCroix Exhibit in Paris

Photo: Reuters

If you are in the area, do be sure to head over to the Musée de la Mode et du Textile at the Louvre. There is a retrospective of Christian LaCroix' work there. I wish I could go!