Photo Love: The Secret Lives of Women by Lillian Bassman

Women possess a grace in movement that may pass unnoticed in every day life.

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The female form has been celebrated in works of art for thousands of years and it is easy to see why through the lens of the late Lillian Bassman.  There is an elegance and serenity to women when they feel at ease and truly comfortable - Bassman referred to this as the secret lives of women. She was a female photographer that really tried to capture a different side of women. I imagine that any woman can be both glamorous and beautiful (especially under such an expert eye an beautiful gowns).

I love that her photography here emulates illustrations.  Perhaps great art then does live in the intimate portrayals of the secret lives of women and is an endeavor to be enjoyed by all.
Have a lovely week!

Fun Finds/FFF: Anicase iPhone cases for endangered species and weddings in Rajasthan

Happy Fun, Free, Friday lovelies!

Fun Finds/Accessories
I know I'm an adult, but it is so hard to resist something cute!

I am a newly converted iPhone lover and love the variety of cases that are available.  Here is another fun  option - Anicase iPhone cases bearing the faces of endangered animals, like pandas.  The coolest thing isn't your phone, but the fact that 10% of proceeds from the phone go towards saving these endangered animals.

Enter code "dailycandy" for an extra 15% off any case!

Which case would you get?

Otherwise, this weekend I am...
...celebrating a wedding in Rajasthan with a dear friend.  We are going to do a whirlwind tour of Rajasthan this weekend and also include a visit to the Taj Mahal, Delhi, and whatever else we can fit in!

What are you doing this weekend?

Have a fabulous weekend!

Hot under {$100}LOTC: PLAY Comme des Garçons (and fun hearts) at J. Crew

Sometimes, there are some fashion brands that you may admire from afar, but think you will never really buy.  Maybe it was too funky, too expensive, or it seemed inaccessible.  PLAY Comme des Garçons isn't totally Luxing it on the Cheap (LOTC), but it is a fun line with a slightly lower price point.  It is a different, but interesting brand for J. Crew to carry as well since Comme des Garçons and its following are much more exclusive and edgy than J. Crew.  At least it's nice to have options while shopping online!  What do you think of this collection?

PLAY Comme des Garçons Converse Sneakers, J. Crew, $100

PLAY Comme des Garçons printed heart tee, J. Crew, $72

Tip: J. Crew has a good discount off all items (FABFEB just ended), but keep on the lookout for additional ones to use on designer items like this!

Travel log/Worthwhile {Art} Visit: The Getty Center/Museum in Los Angeles

The Getty Museum is a place that breaks all your stereotypes of LA (no it's not just a city of materialism) and reinforces other ones (the weather and view can really be perfect here).

It is definitely a worthwhile visit if you're in the area (or the Getty Villa which I highlighted here).  The serene views, striking architecture, and surprisingly satisfying art collection are worth a drive away from the heart of LA.  My husband lived in LA for a few years and said that the Getty is all about the views.  The museum itself becomes part of the art experience.

Yes the views among the hills of LA are definitely a nice respite from the traffic and congestion below.

But the Getty also has a larger than expected and well curated art collection as well.  What I love about the collection is that it is not too large and covers every medium from sculptures and paintings to furniture (oh to have a room in this style at home!)

I particularly loved the impressionist selection (my absolute favorite style of painting!)  The light and movement in these paintings is captivating!  It is also wonderful to see a classic like "Irises" (and practice shooting paintings with no flash!).

Yes I'd return here again, perhaps with a small family one day!

Tip: There is a $15 parking fee per car so it is a great value if you visit with a small group and drive in together!

LOTC: Marni for H&M - European Bohemian meets the masses

Fashionistas, mark your calendars for March 8 because that is the day Marni for H&M hits stores.

  

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This Luxing it on the Cheap (LOTC) collaboration definitely bring a label with a different aesthetic to the masses.  This label is usually well known by the well-dressed and well-financed set and makes clothing that is more loved by women than men - think billowy, well-tailored (but not necessarily very fitted) silhouettes.  Bold, but necessarily bright hues (think blues, yellows, blacks, and whites) are a trademark of Marni, as are vintage and African prints; these really create a European Bohemian feel.

I wasn't sure I loved this collection at first, but the quirky, yet refined prints are growing on me as are the reports of well-made construction.  The prices are about $60-$80 for most pieces as well (including coats!) so it is also a great buy.

Will you be checking out this collection?  Oh and when, oh when, will hm.com have online shopping available?!

Check out the video as well of the launch party in LA - isn't Drew Barrymore so cute!