the color on this photo is lacking… but the detail of everything layered was too much to pass up. also, i didn’t see when i took the photo that he was brown paper bagging it… nice.

i loved that prior to this pose, kelly’s friend walked behind me, and she burst out laughing. i wasn’t quite quick enough. she is very fierce. and there’s something about girls wearing tough boots- striking… also, side note (the tee) blondie will be performing at chateau st. michelle this summer.

i was invited last week to attend another performance of ’3 by dove’ by pacific northwest ballet, and also the co-ordinating backstage pass event appropriately titled ‘when doves fly’. if you don’t know about backstage pass… they’re a group of 20-40 somethings who promote interest in the ballet by selling a selection of tickets from the season and then hosting events either before or after the performance.  it’s a non-intimidating way to enjoy the ballet (when you don’t know anything about the ballet) and who doesn’t like to mingle or have a cocktail when you’re already out.

this event was one of their bigger ones of the year, and was great for style watching, people watching, and of course, sneaking around backstage…

above dancers chal and lucien- she’s wearing a vest that she said he found for her (and louboutins?), and he’s got a pair of carole mcklellan leather pants.

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rachel had such cute hair, and i loved her…

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feather headband

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that jersey dress looked so comfortable and still completely chic (plus, who doesn’t love pockets in a dress?)

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erin’s deep back v sweater was perfect on her, and the vintage escada purse in ‘sparkle’ accessorizes her all-black well

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patrick and jeff- the second time i’ve seen white deck shoes in a week… trend alert?

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rocky and ricardo- keeping it classy in ties.

thanks again to backstage pass for having me!

members of the band jet, outside the venue.  thanks for the photo!

i think john’s style is a perfect illustration how easy it is for a guy to look great on a pretty minimalistic level. fitted denim, a cool jacket and fun kicks… he’s done. and looks amazing.  i think the key to getting this right is all in the fit.

there’s something about this that catches me off guard every time i look at this photo. there’s such a mix here.  the washed leather jacket, the batman tee.  her shoes are adorable, and separate, i’d never think of all of this together.  this illustrates not only a sense of style, but a sense of self.  and hey lady, nice gams!