Funky St. John Knit

Vintage Crochet St. John Knit top, Jerome Rousseau shoes, Eileen Fisher Harem pants

Ok people, it's Friday, and after yesterday's weeper, (sorry about that) I am officially saying; let's lighten things up a bit shall we!? Let's get funky! Yes, I used the word "Funky" in a post about a St. John knit top. This top is one of my mom's 70's era St, Johns, when - believe it or not, I think they actually did some, dare I say, sexy pieces. There are some pretty form fitting items in this cannon, even a full body sleeveless, bell bottom knit number. My mom would wear that as a base piece for the coordinating jackets and tops. If you ever see me wearing the knit one piece, trust me, it will need to be VERY artfully shot, it is not a terribly forgiving piece of clothing. I am really a fan of mixing these tops with more modern silhouettes, so it doesn't get too dowdy. Let's all get a little funky this weekend, wear something silly, or unexpected. Let's have a little fun-we all deserve it. x

This Blog comes from the heart and mind, (but mostly from the heart), of Amy Sklar, interior designer, mother, daughter, foodie, and lover of fashion.

I must admit, the driving force behind this blog was my need to somehow, some way, create a tribute to my dear mother Carole Lawrence. She was a great beauty, chef, friend and mother. Sadly, I lost her to cancer February 23rd 2013. Since beginning on February 23rd 2014 it has been my goal to wear a piece of her clothing, jewelry, or an accessory that she passed on to me, for a total of 365 days (Not in a row, sorry, I am also a mother of two, a small business owner, wife and friend. I tried to do it in a row, and it almost broke me.) I believe it is a fitting tribute to this incredible woman with the greatest sense of style I've ever known. A digital archive, a love letter, a journal, a remeberance for your children and future generations. I love you mom.