new site!!

beforeaften has a new home. follow the link to a fresh new look - beforeaften.com

womenswear.

primary shades at madewell this spring. this is my absolute favorite women's brand ;-)

menswear.

Chinos and other cool stuff at need supply co. hello spring ;-)

inspire.

I'm working on a project for our Spring 2013 kickoff meeting in a few weeks. These vintage books are my object of inspiration for the graphic layout of the Evolution Book I am creating for our Men's bags. I can't wait to see the final copy!

pre-fall 12.

Last week I posted about my obsession with Burberry's Pre-fall 12 collection. Well this week I now have another - Jason Wu. This collection is all about Regal Luxe. From the structured menswear separates, to the hand embroidered houndstooth dresses, Jason Wu's collection is as beautiful as it is inspiring. My favorite pieces are the slim trousers with cut and color blocking details and the asymmetrical ankle strap pumps. If you want to see the rest of Jason Wu's collection - check it out here.

womenswear.

Im in love with trench coats. It's a classic addition to any wardrobe that will always be on trend. The anthropologie trench is my favorite with bright orange piping . . . but who can resist the H&M trench for only $80!

pre-fall 12.

After a few days of research over the Pre-Fall collections for 2012, I am completely enamored with Burberry Prorsum. From the ultra feminine shapes, luxe fabrics, and beautifully rich color palette everything about this collection screams 1930's pre-war glamour. It makes me want to travel back in time . . .

menswear.

Curious about the upcoming trends for spring . . . its all about the blue according to GQ. Feels fresh doesn't it? I like it . . . a lot. Check out the article here.

fossil.

Last year I was asked by the Fossil Brand team to submit artwork for the Holiday Designer Sketch Book and today its on the website! If you would like to see other artwork from Fossil Designers check it out here under the Fossil. Life. Style. menu ;-)

fossil.

My boss gave me these great gifts for christmas - Sketch books and a fabulous John Paul Gaultier card with super sweet words on the back!

travel.

Christopher and I are leaving for Cincinnati tonight . . . in his volkswagon . . . with the dogs. Sounds like a vintage roadtrip doesn't it?!! I'm so excited to be home with family for the Holidays! Hope everybody has a wonderful Christmas ;-)

motto.

Looking forward to a week off of work to get foolish.

kidswear.

So if you haven't heard the buzz about asia taking over the world by next year then you need to start listening . . . the booming kidswear market in Korea is proof enough. Beardpapa is an adorable modern kids line that I can't wait to get my hands on for a photo shoot. check it out here - BEARDPAPA

Gaga over Barney's

If you've been to Barney's New York lately or visited the website, you would know all about the "Gaga's Workshop x Barney's New York" Workshop Collection. It's a crazy assortment of Gaga designed limited edition products in which 25% of sales are donated to the Born This Way Foundation.  Honestly, I'm not a fan of Gaga and her songs drive me crazy - but I love this collection of novelty gifts. Of my favorites are these Pop Color & Metallic Compostion Notebooks - perfect for all of the note taking I do while at work. Hopefully Santa follows my blog . . .