Though it isn’t technically Spring yet, for this new Southern California transplant it sure feels like it, which is probably why I got the urge to clean out and reorganize my design studio. So much, um…stuff was uncovered that it has caused me to begin reminiscing on my fashion adventures.  It also makes me realize that a huge sample and moving sale is definitely on the horizon.

Besides half-finished samples, beads and chains of every sort, random decorative charms that chronicle my creative inspiration (and often times off-the-rocker mindset) for each of my past collections, I came across clippings of, what I deem to be hilarious feature placements and some footage of on-air interviews.

None is better than this Showtime Network promo for the capsule collection I designed for them in a licensing deal to promote their hit show, The L Word.

Because it’s Monday and I try to give my readers a little something to pick up their spirits on this “dreary” day of the week, I will share this special piece with you. Please enjoy!

P.S.
If you’re hankering for some of the exclusive collection pieces that come with a collectible The L Word, “L”ements of Style tags, let me know…we just happen to have a few sizes left and I would love for them to find a happy home.

Found in a box - an announcement of the shopping event introducing the Collection

Shop Till You Drop: Harper cozies up in a shopping bag after a trip to the mall

It’s no secret that I’m a massive dog lover.  Of course I find their furry coifs, wet little noses and sweet spirits irresistible, but I love dogs even more for their loyalty, eagerness to please and incredible intelligence.

So, when someone was sweet enough to introduce me to the absolutely adorable website I Do Dog Tricks, Harper and I thought we would put our own video together to prove that my ten pound cutie is much more than just a fashion accessory.  She can stand her ground as a “real” dog who listens to her master, takes commands and feels proud when she follows direction.

We hope you enjoy our little video!

The dog park is a curious place that attracts peculiar people and their, often impossibly spoiled and wildly untrained, pets.  So, around Halloween, there’s no telling what crazies might come out to play.

In this video, Harper is enjoying a peaceful day at the park, playing a nice game of fetch with a sweet little boy.  When, out of nowhere, a Frenchie dressed in a ridiculous petunia costume gets the urge to mount the kid.

A few Post Scripts:  Be sure to have your volume up as our genuinely surprised reactions are worth hearing.  And, please don’t think we’re unchivalrous people – the boy’s mom turned around for just a split second and was a couple feet away from the mayhem so we didn’t think it necessary to leap to his rescue.  We did however think it necessary to share the hilarity of the episode with you.

At La Sonrisa we have welcomed a new filly to our cast of characters. She was born to our horse Penny, seen in the video, and at the time of filming she was just 5 days old.

This is a look at her very first run on top of her very long legs. She seems to be quite athletic indeed, though I think our wrangler-slash-camera lady, Lisa, was showing more athleticism than the baby as she must have been doing acrobatics while filming…freaking amazing.

I caught this news anchor who was apparently totally oblivious that she was on air – just primping away…I know it’s silly, but isn’t always fun to expose someones true nature…?