Athena Says

You knew I could not stay away too long... please visit me at my new blog, Nectar & Light...

Love the photography, loves the clothes, love the home goods - really love the 100% recycled paper catalog... I love Toast.

I was so excited to hear that some of my favorite bloggers have launched new retail sites this month.  Jessica of Shiny Squirrel, whose art/fashion blog is beyond inspiring, has opened a shop under the same name.  She has an incredible eye for art and fashion and has stocked her shop with some of the most moving artists of our generation - the selection of clothing - the dresses are particularly lust-worthy.  {art above by Olivia Jefferies and Nicole Poko available at Shiny Squirrel}

On the other side of the world, Louise and Gracia of Elsewhere and Hammer & Daisy have opened a new shop stocked full of their own delightful creations.  I can not get enough of their art books and pencil cases myself.  Equally exciting is new collaborative Zine called Have Wheels, Will Go - I LOVE this idea and have already submitted my photo - be sure to get yours in as all participants receive a free copy of the Zine!  Congrats Ladies - everything looks so beautiful!

I am so in love with Abigail Percy's work - she is by no means new news to most of you - but I just needed to spread the love...

On my wishlist...

~ Diamond Rings Bracelet by Saundra Messinger

~ Star Crossed Cardi from Anthropologie catalog

~ Beaded Velvet Clutch at Banana Republic

~ Distressed Metallic Mary Janes at J.Crew

I have always loved the beautiful creations by Jenny Vorwaller, but this new collection has completely captivated my heart and soul - sublimely gorgeous...

{photo by:  Jenny Vorwaller}

This fall I think I am finally ready to take the plunge and purchase a colored/printed leather bag {red doesn't count}.  These are some of my favorites from Hayden-Harnett.

I have posted about Anne Maa before - I am clearly a fan - I think she is one of the most talented jewelry designers on the indie scene.  Her new collection is especially gorgeous - organic pieces juxtaposed by glistening jewels - sublime!

LOVE the crocheted metalworkings of up and coming Canadian designer Arielle Depinto - see more pieces here.

... to the new Athena Says!  Same concept, full of wondrous finds that inspire my daily work and my everyday life - just a new location and a few tweaks here and there - enjoy!   All archived posts from the old site are still available for viewing at the link on the right.  {Gorgeous new bedding from Brocade Home}