Sometimes the weight of our choices forces us to keep our feet firmly planted on the ground in order to do everything that’s required of us. Be practical, they say. Do the responsible thing, they say. Well, we’ve found evidence that wonderful things in life can come out of turning that saying on its head.
Natsumi Hayashi, a Tokyo-based photographer, has built a portfolio of whimsical, inspiring photographs taken of herself levitating. She tells MSNBC about her reasoning behind her approach: “In Japan, we have the exact same idiom. But I am not a practical person at all. Therefore, I try not to have my feet on the ground in my self-portrait photos to show my true self.”
To Natsumi and all the other impractical, serendipitous and beautiful things in life that bring you true happiness: thank you.
Behind Jeanne Lottie’s Pink House is a well-kept secret that we’re unveiling to you today. …On a beautiful Thursday morning Jeanne Lottie and Bourjois Canada co-hosted a special event for press event in our Enchanted Tree-Top Deck. Luck was on our side, as clouds moved in but the weather held out for our special event. We invited more than 50 members of the press and our VIP customers to join us for delightful offerings of food that came courtesy of Pusateri. Matt was the lucky guy who served us decadent croissants, orange juice, cheeses, fresh fruit, and gourmet coffee. But of course, what French-themed gathering would be complete without macarons?
Cityline interviewed Jane Ip of Jeanne Lottie and Lisa Figuccio of Bourjois Paris about beauty and fashion trends for the upcoming seasons.
According to Jane Ip, colours keep going strong for Fall 2011. Orange is still very big, and prints take a leaf out of nature’s notebook: leopard, python and ostrich feathers are all the rage. Bags are more structured and those who like prim-and-proper will be pleased to know that lady-like is still in.
Both Jeanne Lottie and Bourjois Paris unveiled some new product offerings to the press. Jeanne Lottie offered up our crystal-studded teddy bear USB Flash Drives generated a lot of interest. Sweet that it doubles as a handbag charm! Lisa of Bourjois a number of great products, our favourite of which was their new spray-on bronzer called Délice de Soleil. We were so pleased to see the great turn-out. Chatelaine, Hello Magazine, Fashion, Zoomer, LouLou, Metro and so many other media reps came to share the food, take notes, and to mingle while Bourjois make-up artists in hot pink t-shirts gave everyone glowing natural touch ups.
1. Leopard Print Day Bag, $250; 2. Délice de Soleil from Bourjois Paris, 3. Snakeskin Print Day Bag, $75; 4. USB Teddy $20; 5. Ostrich Feather Clutch, $65
Everyone walked away happily with the Jeanne Lottie’s new colour-changing tote brimful of Bourjois goodies inside! Thank you to all of those who made it out!
If you missed this one, or if you just can’t wait for another party on the Enchanted Tree-Top Deck, join us this September for our Luncheon Fashion Show. Stay tuned to our Facebook page and Twitter feed for more info!
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More Magazine features 3 of Jeanne Lottie’s favourite new purses in their June issue, on stands now. From left to right: Leopard Clutch, $95; White Leather-Look Hobo, $95; Circular Graphic Day Bag, $80.
Available at select retailers across Canada. Visit Jeanne Lottie’s Where to Shop page to find a retailer near you.
With so many reds to choose from, it’s sometimes hard to decide which shade to go with. Our pick for the season? Poppy Red. A cooler shade than fire engine, and more classic than purpler shades, the Poppy Red Patent Summer Tote is a sure match for neutrals.
The Poppy Red Patent Summer Tote retails for $95. Available at selected retailers across Canada.
If you haven’t already heard, Wedding Bells has featured our white petal clutch in a contest. You could win it by commenting on their website. There’s 1 last day to enter the contest, so take advantage while you can! More information here: Wedding Bells Clutch Contest
Wow, we sold out in record time! ELLE Quebec chose our Floral Explosion bag from the Spring 2011 collection to be featured as one of their new season’s must-have items. As this blog post’s publication we are totally sold out of this bag in purple!
Though not to fear, dear readers. Even though you may have missed the boat for the purple version of this clutch, we still have some left in classic black, and sophisticated bone. Check out our product page for more details on the Floral Explosion bag.
JL’s Floral Explosion retails for $85.00 and is available at select stores across Canada, and online through our website www.jeannelottie.com.
What do Seattle and Toronto have in common besides those two famoustall structures with amazing observation decks, and many a Starbucks? Well, as of this month: Jeanne Lottie! We’re excited to announce to our readers that Jeanne Lottie has started distribution in USA.
Jeanne Lottie has just opened up 9 new accounts in Seattle last week through our LA agency, the Bernadette Mopera team. US fashion hunters appreciate beautiful high quality hardware, great styling, and prices. It’s no wonder that they’re growing to love our bags.
This weekend Jeanne Lottie will be exhibiting at the annual Magic Show USA. If you happen to be there, please drop by booth number YC-74805 to visit us. Meet the Designer and get a first look at our hot SUMMER/PRE-FALL 2011 Collection. For a preview, have a look at the trailer we’ve put together for the upcoming season.
“By end of 2011, we expect to open about 100 accounts in the States”, said Bernadette in the meeting with Jane Ip, head of design at Jeanne Lottie, that took place last week in their LA showroom.
Check out also the new Canadian magazine, Revive. Jeanne Lottie is now the magazine’s official go-to source for the latest analysis of current trends. You’ll find in their print edition 5 full pages of coverage on Fall 2011 trends by our handbag guru, Jane Ip.
So much press, so much excitement, and so much going on! The Magic Show is in Las Vegas, NV from Feb 14 – 16. Jeanne Lottie is located at Booth Number YC-74805.
For more details please visit http://www.magiconline.com/
Faze Magazine has featured our lovely, shiny purse holder in their latest issue. With silver hardware, studded with crystals in pink and dazzling white, this item’s sure to please even the pickiest of princesses. We’ve been a fan of the purse holder idea for years, so it’s nice to see the trend catching on in North America. At just $15 a pop, it’s quite the steal.
Here’s something to brighten up your day: Our patent-leather drawstring bag in bright pink! Jeanne Lottie’s new spring collection is all about bold splashes of colour. Check out February’s Elle Magazine to see what their editors have picked to go with this fun carry-all.
