Seriously loving these looks from Gucci Pre-fall, via Style.com.

Color, texture, layering, print- we were in need of a little inspiration for the weekend…

Here’s hoping you have equal amounts excitement and relaxation planned for the next couple of days.

We’ll be spending ours doing a little research for clients (always), a little vintage shopping (fun), a little rest (needed), and always with a little extra style. Have a great weekend, everyone!

We caught this video showcasing Parisian designer Vanessa Bruno’s Fall/Winter collection about a month ago thru Design Bureau. The icy palette of the short film seems fitting as we roll into December, and the clothes themselves are of course the perfect mix of bohemian luxury. We’re even a little surprised by this new “version” of Kate Bosworth, who stars.

The European designers really know how to transport the viewer, communicating through video takes it a step further. We’re kind of itching to do a LSI video…what do you think? It’s going to have to be on our New Year’s to do list.

 Prada. McQueen. MeowMiu?

It appears that the folks over at Fashionista had a little fun with Photoshop & kitty pics.

We guess when it’s your job to scour the Fall ad campaigns, they can all start to run together.

We know what it’s like to get a little silly working long hours, but they’ve taken it to the next level. 

It really is hard to pick a favorite.

Fashionista via The Terrier & Lobster

…after Labor Day.

Already planning to pair black leggings and tights with white dresses, white denim tucked into boots we’ve had since high school, and if you’re lucky we’ll break out the vest like RR in the Great Gatsby!

images via Fashion Gone Rogue, House and Home, unknown, pinterest, Mr. Redford via Esquire article on men wearing white after LD.

We’re a little late to the table on the pajamas-as-day-wear tip, but that doesn’t mean we’re not totally on board.

Though this might be the type of look to end up on The Man Repeller (and, it has, but so has everything fun in fashion)… we can’t think of a better excuse for rolling out of bed and driving straight to the studio. Celine, Michael Kors- even Tommy is doing it.

In particular we’d like to get our hands on these Charles Philip slippers. A nice update to the ballet flat, we think.

The stripes are his best sellers, but these new tassel numbers are right on point:

The color combinations are great, aren’t they?

We love process pics- check out these sketches on the wall of his Shanghai studio:

So if you see us around town in our pajamas, we’re not being lazy- just fashion forward…

CPP photos via Shanghai Style File

Lately the interiors world feels a little stale- we’re waiting for something that makes us sit up and snap to attention. Maybe it’s the dog days of summer, getting to everyone. Maybe it’s the September Issue, due any minute. Furniture Market is just around the corner, and we’ll be looking forward to seeing what new & fantastic things are out there to be discovered.

The work of Hannah Louise Buswell is that fresh feeling we’re looking for. Her knitwear collection takes a classic graphic pattern & breathes new life into it.

We’re wondering what you’re seeing out there that feels “now”. Care to share?

via Pattern Observer & Hannah’s site,  HERE.

From our recent trip to NYC- such great style, she was kind enough to pose for a snap…

Move over, Von Trapp Family.

Men. Prada. Patterned pants. We love it.

If ever there were a time we’d be tempted to dig into his side of the closet, this would be it. We love printed pants ourselves but it takes a special guy to pull these off:

Very “Lilly goes to Italy”.

Let’s not stop there. Tommy Ton was shooting in Milan last week, too. One more detail, for the boys, love the contrast of the glacier colored laces & sky blue with chocolate:

And if you’re going to do the neon trend, maybe you spin it like this?:

images via Sartorialist, Cool e Chic, & Style.com

There’s a lot of style headed for Charlotte this week, thanks to the Mint Museum Auxilary’s 58th Annual Room to Bloom Celebration. LSI is proud to be a sponsor of what is sure to have all of the Queen City buzzing. The Decorative Arts Symposium, with keynote speaker & interior design world heavy hitter Miles Redd (can’t wait!), parties, and gatherings will culminate Friday in a full on runway show featuring the Fall 11 collection of style icon (and fashion’s most handsome designer, we think) Mr. Oscar de la Renta.

Of course the glue that binds these two together is Oscar de la Renta’s Home Collection, where Redd resides as Design Director. One can see how Redd has brought his penchant for color & “more is more” look to Oscar’s use of sumptuous textures & fabrics. It appears to be a perfect match and we love the result.

Some of our favorite looks from Oscar’s Fall11 runway:

Redd’s own NY townhouse, photographed twice and with subtle variations in artwork & cocktail tables. Love that this gives us an isight into how designers “tinker” in their own homes:

And the Oscar de la Renta Home showroom (via Lonny), done up with Miles’ signature point of view on color, texture, layering, art and the object.

Redd’s love of lacquer shows up in many of the Oscar de la Renta Home pieces. Remember the yellow and green doors in this home? Look at this credenza and chest for Century (LOVE the hardware):

It’s worth noting that, while the events of the coming week are sure to be the most glamorous in Charlotte’s recent history, that the purpose of Room to Bloom is to raise  funds for the Mint Museum. Along with the Art of Style Gala, the Mint will display a collection of Oscar’s gowns on loan from Charlotte’s “who’s who” in the museum’s contemporary arts gallery. The collection will be visible to the public on April 30th-May 1st. For more information, visit the Mint Museum Auxiliary website.

Runway images via thefashionspot.com, Redd’s home via MilesRedd.com & NewYorkSocialDiary.com, and the New York Times

Sorry, we had to go cheesy with our post title. There’s been some buzz that Kate Middleton has chosen to wear Sarah Burton for McQueen on her wedding day. If this is the case, she will forever have our fashion props. Is there any role in the life of a woman that would be a more perfect occasion to wear a dress like these? Walking down the aisle to become Britain’s Princess? A McQueen dress makes it a fairytale worth wishing for:

Oh, to come in contact with a work of this magnitude. And by the way, these images are from the blog Pattern Observer. We love the way she tracks trends, presenting her runway favorites in a fresh way. Go, Michelle!

-Lauren Hutton via JCrew, Alexander Wang’s niece via Style Frizz

Is this the coldest winter in forever or what? Our friends in the Upper Mid-West are dealing with a deep freeze, but we’re not staying much warmer down here in the South. Layering is your friend…and these ladies look lovely doing it. Some pages from our own personal Style Files:

We’re waving our kerchiefs fondly as Summer sets out over the horizon.  

But our tears won’t last as we joyfully wrap ourselves in the luxurious textures of a winter wardrobe.  So snuggle up and enjoy some inspiration.

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Just got the fashion scoop from Domby, my sister’s fabulously chic clothing store in Iowa City.  (Yes Iowa, but don’t let that fool you.  It’s 2010, in the age of the Jetson’s you can be chic anywhere.)  But I digress…  Olive shades are big!  Let this tear sheet inspire you to up the chic factor and have fun with color this fall.

I’m sure this far into the summer you’ve found the most fabulous beach bag and it’s racking up the miles.  But don’t forget your towel is just as integral to your beach ensemble as those Prada sandals.   Here are some low and high options to complete that beach bombshell look.

Beautiful brocade inspired designs by Amy Butler

Gucci

Wallet feeling high or low?  High?  Try Tory Burch.

Low?  Try Dwell Studio for Target

Our flag fetish realized in towel form!  From Trussardi.

Burberry says don’t forget the baby.

Oh, and PS…

Who says rattan is just for sitting?  Love this rattan clutch from Tory Burch.