Puma, spring 2009 In the New Orleans tradition of lagniappe, here is a little something extra for your visual pleasure. Pictured are sneakers from the Roy Lichtenstein-inspired “Popart “line, as my son tried them on in the Philadelphia Puma store. They’re still available online ($50-$65)—happy shopping! Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997) himself described Pop art as “not …
Monthly Archives: July 2009
PumaFunky Flip-flops
Puma, early 21st century You probably can’t moonwalk in these…they’re not too practical, but they are too funny! And they do work well as wall art! These funky flip-flops were another hilarious find at Marshall’s—I came home laughing! [affmage source=”ebay” results=”2″]puma flip flops[/affmage]
RodoSplashed Paint Drawstring Bag
Rodo, spring 2004 ⅛” w. x 8 ½” h. with 6” drop Fun! I feel like a Jackson Pollock drip and splash painting is dangling from my wrist when I carry this pretty (young) thing! It’s made in Italy of soft calfskin with applied fabric paint. Jackson Pollock (1912-1956) was an American Abstract Expressionist painter …
Anne KleinVintage Black and White Sandals
Anne Klein Couture, late 1980’s You can’t beat summer sandals! These vintage variegated black and white cord flats (amazingly) still look contemporary. They came from Bonwit Teller in Philadelphia shortly before its demise. [affmage source=”ebay” results=”2″]anne klein sandals[/affmage]