On the optical tip – we got this platter-pak years ago at a flea market outside New Haven, when the getting’s where good. Inside the box is our collection of mostly James Brown 45′s that span his epic career – Polydor, People, King and Smash records. Can’t get enough of his funky stuff!

What a trip. Mike Wallace at the MoMA 1965: The Responsive Eye. Bridget Riley. Frank Stella. Victor Vasarely. Anonima group. Albers. Optical Illusions. Inspiring new eye candy coming soon.

One of our favorite spots and an endless source of inspiration. The sounds. The colors. The ocean. Here are a few shots of Coney Island past & present.

Whitney always wears a smile & her new clothing line really expresses that. Drop by Whit & say hello!

16 Chefs. 3 Days. 1 Chance. This looks so delicious! A movie about the Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, a competition held every four years in France. Each competitor enters a masterpiece which demonstrates his/her craft – in chocolate making and pâtisserie (to window making and cabinetry.) The winner carries the title “Un des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France” which means ‘One of the Best Workers of France’. Quite an honor. This is the real deal, like the James Beard Award here in the Untied States. The blue, white and red striped collar worn on the jackets of the winners is more than the ultimate recognition for every pastry chef –”it is a dream and an obsession.” In NYC, “Kings of Pastry” will open at Film Forum this September.

What’s our favorite color? Stripes! Introducing Julia Leach’s Chance. Simplicity with endless possibilities.

We just got back from a great week in Nantucket. One of our favorites shops on the island is The Toy Boat, a local toy shop that carries a large selection of handmade wooden toys.

Hellerware / Color Principles Book / Grapefruit Ting Soda / Paradise Garage T-Shirt / Tie Dye Stir Stick / Keith Haring Book / Chocolate Editions Strawberry Stripes / Pillow By Josef Frank