14 - Swept Away by Fashion

One of my tasks while I visit my parents' house is to go through my stuff, and take a car load back with me. I found two issues of Marie Claire-- my absolute favorite fashion magazine. April 2009 had the adorable Mandy Moore on the cover, but what really caught my eye was the fashion feature, "Swept Away" (page 134; Photographed by Anne Menke & Edited by MC Fashion Ed: Zanna Roberts). Focusing on "the new luxe is low-key Italian knits", the article had beautiful sweaters and breathtaking backdrops. What caught my eye the most was the outdoor sofa with gorgeous patchwork pillows.

Pardon the jagged edges, but I was laying down on the patio flicking through the magazines. I gave them a final go through, as they will be going into the recycling bin before I leave. I love the simplicity of the design from the striped coverlet to the pillows. I change my mind frequently, so I am certain things like pillow cases and blankets would be an asset.

The full pictorial-- "Get Swept Away: Bargain Beach Fashion"-- is still available at MC's website. This picture looks much prettier without the ragged edges (and is #2 in the series of eight). I love their "Easy-pack, easy-mix Italian knits for weekend getaways that won't torpedo your paycheck" concept. With all the shopping I am going to do eventually to complete this undertaking, I may need to be more of a Frugalista in the near future.


The more I look at the picture, the more I am falling in love with that top from United Colors of Benetton. Too bad it is from last summer. I may have to sew one of my own.