5 Things I love: 04/23/18

5 Things I love: 04/23/18

Monday, 23 April 2018

Photos from Urban Outfitters and DesignLoveFest.

     How has everyone's week been? New posts have been nowhere to be found on Jackie O My for a few weeks now; I've taken a break from writing to work on the behind-the-scenes part of blogging, including redesigning the site layout (which will be revealed later this week!) I've also been enjoying some beautiful weather here in British Columbia for a change, and it's put me in a sunny mood. I think it's reflected in this week's 5 Things I Love post, no? Anyway, here's some reading to start your week off right.

5 Things I Love:

1. Looking for a bit of home decor inspiration? Connie Cao of Connie & Luna has been sharing her lovely new home, and I love her sense of style. Check out her new bedroom here and her plant-filled reading corner here.

2. I've never even heard of pupusas before, but after seeing DesignLoveFest's colorful photography, I might just try her recipe (which sounds delicious, by the way).

*Edit: Unfortunately, the delicious pupusa recipe has been taken down, but Bri has us covered with an equally-delicious Chicken Salad, which is my favorite healthy-ish food.

3. Author Megan Nesmith wrote a totally relateable article for Man Repeller about dressing better to pull yourself out of a rut. This is one of my major goals in life lately, since I too have fallen into the sweatpants-and-old-jumper trap. I can whole-heartedly agree with Megan's assessment; I feel like a new person already after spending only 5 extra minutes to look decent every morning.

4. Niki of My Scandinavian Home shared this stunning bohemian home, and I can't get over it. The Topanga Canyon, California home belongs to Malia Grace Biachi-Mau, a jewelry maker with a keen sense of style.

5. I am all about the button-up dress trend right now. Here's a great one from Urban Outfitters!

What are your favorite things this week?

Interview With An Artist: Ginnie Hsu

Interview With An Artist: Ginnie Hsu

Monday, 16 April 2018

Illustrator Ginnie Hsu with her dog-muse, Luna.

     Last month, I featured amazingly talented illustrator Ginnie Hsu. Today we're lucky to have Ginnie back on the blog answering some questions for Jackie O My! In her interview, Ginnie talks art, inspiration, and Harry Potter. Read on below!

Brand Love: Tio Y Tia

Brand Love: Tio Y Tia

Friday, 13 April 2018

     Tio Y Tia is a hat line inspired by the American southwest, handmade by the oldest hatmaker in America. Nicole Najafi, Johanna Peet, and Lucy Laught are the women behind the brand. The hats are designed in New York and made of wool from ethically raised sheep in Texas. Each hat is thoughtfully produced and crafted with so much care.

There are currently two styles available from Tio Y Tia, the Dolores and the Gambler. Both are absolutely beautiful.

What drew me to this brand, aside from the love and care put into their craft, was the amazing photography; set against the backdrop of the Mojave desert, these hats stand out. It's definitely worth a foray into classic western fashion.