Heather’s style embodies the all the elements of being peaceful, serene, sensual and spiritual. She creates a sanctuary in her environment and chooses to live simply with only her most coveted possessions. Here are a couple of her favorite items right now.
Swahili Chic ($50.00) is a great interior design book that takes you through a photographic journey through some of Africa’s most amazing properties. Not only is it full of inspiration, it shows you how to create an incredible environment with a hint of adventure and history. The large rooms full of draping white linens mixed with vibrant patterns and beautiful carved accents are simple yet elegant. It’s a great way to daydream.
In the warm months of summer, I love to slip on some of my Dosa clothing is when I want to feel light and fresh. The camisoles are amazing layered or on there own, and I love mix and match different textures in the slips. They look great with a pair of cowboy boots. Whether it’s layered or alone, the silk and cotton breezy pieces offer a flowing and fresh look that is chic and sophisticated without compromising comfort. A woman can never go wrong with Dosa. Prices start at ($132.00).
Summer is here and it’s time to travel. Our friends at Global Eye Photography agreed to take some of our merchandise on a trip to Greece and give us a report. Here’s what they had to say about adventuring with our gear.
We woke to the sheep’s bells clanging as they foraged their pasture for grass. They eyed us cautiously as we ate on our little patio overlooking the town of Mykonos. Up early, we were heading out to the beach on the south side of the island. We spent the day snorkeling, collecting little shells and beach glass. 
I laid out my fouta towel on a little sandy strip to read while Michael swam in the clear blue waters. In the afternoon I tied my towel around my waist and we walked to a cafe for lunch of Greek salad. 
The light turned golden and we dressed for the scooter ride back to Mykonos Town. As the sun set I rode on the back with my towel wrapped around my shoulders. 
The parched landscape is made beautiful with the warm light glowing off the white buildings, on the dovecotes, and on the doves themselves, flying in white flocks everywhere. Ya sus Greece! -Kristen Cramer, Global Eye Photography.
Fouta Towels are amazing for their lightweight and quick dry. Upstairs has several available in an assortment of bright colors. $62.00
All the ladies who work Upstairs have a great taste; however, each and every one of us has completely different style. After working together for years, we have decided to show you how varied our choices are. Each month, the sales staff Upstairs will feature their favorite items. Keep your eyes peeled for new favorites from Shelley, Seal, Heather, Johanna, Michelle, Emily K., Kristen, Karen and Emily R.
To kick things off I (Emily R.) have decided to offer up the items I loved this month. As the manager, I have the great pleasure of traveling with Shelley on buying trips. We scour high and low to bring you the most unique and exceptional items available and along the way I make my list of the items I can’t live without. Of course it all changes when I get home, but it’s fun to fantasize.
As summer arrives, I have been getting my house ready for company and parties. If you want a lot of bang for your buck, add a few simple things that have “wow” factor. I like to start with a nice candle. My favorite for summer is Roses from Diptyque ($60 and $68 for the special edition pink). Its fresh floral scent smells like you just came home with a dozen roses, plus you get a hint of spice. Burn Roses when guests arrive and they will feel like they are in a French garden.
Being I’m from Wyoming, I love anything western and rustic and have become a huge fan of Jan Barboglio’s cast iron work, especially her heart ($238.00) and horseshoe ($288.00) decanters. Whether it’s for whiskey or wine, these bottles will make any bar look great. 
If I am feeling like I need a little inspiration for I immediately turn to my home decor books. Currently I love Living in Argentina from Taschen ($29.95). It has the perfect mix of raw rural and metropolitan chic.
Keep your eyes peeled for more of our favorite things. For more information please contact Upstairs at Pierre Lafond. Open daily from 9am-8pm.
Summer is here and it’s time to travel. Our friends at Global Eye Photography agreed to take some of our merchandise on a trip to Greece and give us a report. Here’s what they had to say about adventuring with our gear:
Product: Roberta Roller Rabbit Kurta
We continue onto Katouna, looking for a room for the night. It’s been a long day and I’ve worn my kurta through it all; dirty buses, wet spray from the ocean, I feel ruined but I still look pretty good, if I do say so. The hotel we find is beautiful; we have a big room with marble floors, and a kitchenette, a nice balcony overlooking the pool. I had to wash out my kurta in the sink and hang it to dry.
I threw on my swimsuit and Michael hands me a glass of red wine. We trapeze down to the pool and find it to be locked. Since we seem to be the only guests and our host, Louise has left for the evening we hop the fence and slip into the refreshing water.
I flinch at every noise thinking we were going to get caught when Michael says, “Who could be mad at a nice couple having a dip and whispering in the pool?” I reluctantly agreed and we finished our long day happily as we were ready to face another one tomorrow. My kurta will be dry and clean, ready to mask the grime of whatever comes my way. – Kristen Cramer, Global Eye Photography.
Roberta Roller Rabbit Kurta $78.00
Related Items:
Roberta Roller Rabbit Nicola Dress $140.00 Lucky Uschi Kurta $134.00 (right)
Summer is here and it’s time to travel. Our friends at Global Eye Photography agreed to take some of our merchandise on a trip to Greece and give us a report. Here’s what they had to say about adventuring with our gear:
Product: Earthlust Stainless Steel Water bottle
We arrived at the Meteora in a rainstorm; huge drops came splattering down as lightening cracked. Legend has it that these monasteries were built using rocks flown up on the backs of eagles in the 12th century.
Finally sun broke out for us and we visited six still functioning monasteries perched on sheer cliffs. Each of the monasteries has hundreds – thousands? – of steps up to them which continue on to different levels. Throngs of tourists on buses made their way up the mountain passes and descended like a plague on the monasteries, huffing and puffing up all the steps.
I remembered to pack my water bottle and proceeded to breeze past the tourists. As the day became brighter, the temperature soared. I was able to keep refilling my water bottle along the way thanks to the water fountains. It’s hard to think of what life might have been like here with out our modern conveniences. – Kristen Cramer, Global Eye Photography
Earthlust Water Bottles:
Small $18.00
Medium $20.00
Large $22.00
Summer is here and it’s time to travel. Our friends at Global Eye Photography agreed to take some merchandise on a trip to Greece and give us a report. Here’s what they had to say about adventuring with our gear:
Product: Recycled Plastic Tote Bag:
In Gyoth, a port town with restaurants and hotels tucked into old buildings lining the waterfront, I carried my recycled tote bag. I fit all of my little purchases inside – fresh feta, tomatoes, and warm bread fresh out of the oven; a pair of flip-flops and a string of shells. Tables and chairs sit on the edge of the harbor, lit up from the reflection of the calm bay.
The sun rises over the little island where legend said Helen and Paris spent their first night as lovers – the tryst that started the Trojan War. We walk the bridge over the island and sit on a peaceful beach ready to enjoy the snack procured from the depths of my handy tote. – Kristen Cramer, Global Eye Photography.
Recycled Plastic Totes (top two): $38.00
Additional Totes: Epice $96.00 (bottom left), and Dosa $250.00(bottom right)
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