chest hair

Pour Porter's diminutive size is deceiving. The opposite of a smorgasbord, this nascent webshop offers a distinctively daring selection of clothing, accessories and shoes. Since sale season is on in full force, I've taken the opportunity to pick up one of Elsinore Smidth-Carabetta's wool necklaces. (I got the one above.) Although I was initially attracted to the colors and textures, what continues to compel me is its mildly unsettling nature. Considering the USA's obsession with/aversion to most female body hair, these pieces subtly challenge the smooth skin ideal.

Just the way I like it.

packs a real punch

You know I love me some colorful prints—all the more so when they're jumbled together. Hence, Boxing Kitten's Resort 2010 presentation (via Click/Clash) featured as a major bright point on my radar last month. Self-taught designer Maya Lake unites precise, lady-like silhouettes with exuberant African wax block print fabrics, resulting in a collection of demure yet fresh pieces. Thankfully for us shopaholics, resort pieces are already cropping up for purchase in BK's online store. I'm especially keen on the shorts, pants and standout jumpers, not to mention the cut-out oxfords from a collaboration with the esteemed Osborn.