Rockport, MA: Silvana Costa, Wicked Peacock

Location:

17 Dock Square
Rockport, MA 01966

I had the loveliest time meeting with Silvana Costa, owner of Wicked Peacock, the charming boutique accessories shop in Rockport, Massachusetts.

Situated at the corner of Bearskin Neck, Wicked Peacock features carefully curated and eclectic selections of accessories from independent and up-coming designers and everything fits perfectly in the beautifully decorated space.

Come and take a look...

 

Completely in love with these darling camera earrings ($9), thanks Silvana!

Wicked Peacock is coming up on it's first year anniversary in April, which makes it a perfect stop this season for some Spring shopping!

Seoul + Jeju: What to Pack

Headed to South Korea, specifically Seoul and Jeju! I've never been to that part of the world but from what I've learned, the people over there dress very well and the women like looking feminine and like to dress up!

So, I'm thinking my love for blouses will come handy and will be packing many a girlie shirt, the florally, ruffly and lacey, the better! It's SPRING afterall!

I actually did buy the Prabal Gurang dress from Target, and I love the way it fits!

The key to rainy island weather is layers! I will take a couple of light cardigans as well, just in case but here's my wish list of what to pack.

Seoul + Jeju by hoggerandco featuring 1920s jewelry

London: What to Pack

I'm off to London on holiday, here's what I would pack - don't you love the striped dress? I wish I really had that in my closet!

Have you been to London? What did you wear there?

London: What to Pack by hoggerandco featuring straight jeans

NYC: Paul Mayer Spring 2013

While in NYC a few days ago, I got to take in Paul Mayer's Spring 2013 collection of cuter than cute ballet flats and sneaker style shoes, all in Mayer's signature soft and flexible leathers with adorale prints and cut-outs, some with adjustable bows (love!).

Meeting Paul was a highlight, and tasting his delicious "Titou's Gazpacho" was a true delight; the recipe of which is also available in his latest lookbook, that combines the designer's pretty shoes with his own recipes!

If I'd had more time, I could have spent the rest of the day there!

"Our shoes are modern classics. They’re an addiction. They are truly forever timeless."
----Paul Mayer

NYFW: SEEN: George Kotsiopoulos at Tracy Reese

There wasn't a fuller house than at Tracy Reese's show.

I literally got there (from Boston) as the show was starting and was rushed in by security, so there was zero room in the press pit (where I was invited to shoot), and my resulting vantage point was less than ideal.

Still, it gave me a chance to actually enjoy the show: spectacular tribal-ly green prints, side-parted hair and chem-lab glasses, and afterward, a spotting of George Kotsiopoulos!

Ivivva Athletica as worn on Block Island!

Ivivva Athletica contacted me to review their cross-functional athletic apparel for girls ages 6-14. While I'm not in that age range (but SO SO close!), my 12 year old niece is, and made a good candidate to test out the product.

Ivivva comes to us from the well-known lululemon brand who've positively mastered the yoga pant. The one pair I own is truly my go-to, for working out. I'll admit, I refused to believe in lululemon for a few years, but then I tried it. Now who better to test that same theory out on, than on the tweens who tell it like it is?

So, on Labor Day Weekend and before "back to school" we went out to Block Island, Rhode Island, a location that served as the ideal backdrop for my niece and her BFF to model and test out Ivivva's brightly colored athletic clothing, proving that Ivivva is comfortable, functional and pretty, too!

Ivivva is opening a showroom in Boston at 38 North Street, Suite B in Hingham, MA 02403. Definitely worth a look for the active girl in your family.

Tell me, what do you wear to work out?

Puerto Rico: What to Pack

I was happy to oblige when Jewel from Eat Drink Shop Love asked me if I wanted to guest blog in time for her vacation to Puerto Rico! For what better way to showcase the exotic destination than with a "What to Pack" post?

I've never been to Puerto Rico, so my first thought of it was straw hats and cigars! Browns and creams with bright accessories was the inspiration behind this selection of items.

Also, I think bringing a scented candle along with you is a must on any vacation, it just adds a personal touch to your room.

Vogue did a couple of amazing photo shoot videos from Puerto Rico featuring the beautiful Joan Smalls, (one video also features the talented and cute Bruno Mars!), so take a look and travel away with Jewel to Puerto Rico this week!

What are your must-haves for a beach vacay?

Puerto Rico by hoggerandco featuring t strap sandals

Block Island: What to Pack

I can't believe summer's flown by so quickly! It's been a whirl-wind, but I am looking forward to my favourite season: Autumn (b******!)

And there's no better way to end it than with a long weekend trip out to Block Island. At least, that's what we're doing as a family and this is what I'm dreaming about packing...

How are you spending your Labour Day Long Weekend?

Have a good one!

Block Island: What To Pack by hoggerandco featuring vintage eyewear

Miami: Big Hair and High Heels

Spotted on Lincoln Road, Miami, FL

San Diego: Seersucker

Something that's perfect for the hot summer months is seersucker material, a light-weight cotton with a ripply texture. A great example is this gentleman spotted at Chocolat in San Diego.

Also perfectly paired with loafers sans socks.

Is this something you or your man would wear? Seersucker works for women, too.

Miami: Fontainbleau Hotel, Lapis Spa Products

We're so grateful to the Fontainbleau Hotel in Miami for generously donating a giant box of their luxurious Lapis Spa travel size shampoos, conditioners, body washes, lotions and soaps for us to give to the Nashua Soup Kitchen.

Our sincere and heartfelt thanks go out to the wonderful staff at the Fontainbleau for being so generous to our cause.

Miami: What to Pack

Off to Miami for a few days! I'm looking forward to photographing ArtWalk and WallPeople2012 while I'm there and am so excited to meet up with Elizabeth who's been incredible with sending me restaurant suggestions and an extensive list of things to do!

To Miami HEAT, baby!

Miami: What to Pack by hoggerandco featuring a white shirt dress

Greece: Santorini, More Stripes

As seen in Santorini, stripes galore!

Disney World: What to Pack

I definitely pack a straw fedora whenever I can. It's perfectly suited for any summer vacation and goes well with anything from shorts to dresses. Speaking of shorts, these are coming with me!

Other vacation staples for me? Bright colours and comfy shoes. And, if you're looking for good vacation shoes, be sure to check out Clare's post. I also recommend these.

I'm off to Disney World but you can follow me via Instagram (hoggerandco) or Twitter, as I'll be using both while I'm there!

Disney World by hoggerandco featuring underwire bathing suits

Greece: Santorini, Stripes

You know how the Greek flag has stripes on it? I gravitated towards that but switched up the colour.

More Stripes Pinspiration.

Greece: What to Pack

Going to Greece? Here's some help on what to pack!

Going to Greece? by hoggerco featuring a lip makeup

Greece: Mykonos, Cobalt

When you think of Greece, don't you immediately think white and blue? I do, and did.

I paired a cobalt maxi skirt (that had some mirror-work) with a white cowl neck T-shirt for a night on the town. More bright hues for the Spring and into Summer.

Greece: Mykonos: Stripes

As seen in Mykonos. I love the simple black flats with the striped dress and the brown bag.

Other summer stripe inspiration on my Pinterest, here!

Greece: Acropolis: Flowers