Tee Time

pop-up bars, restos and shops have become de rigueur of the culturally adventurous, so it’s no surprise that the world’s first ever pop-up golf course, golf mountain, is now a possibility.

located in adelboden, switzerland, this course will be open for one month only starting in september. the golf course, sitting 1,964 metres up, offers breathtaking views of the village of adelboden, making it one of the highest in europe. and just like any regular green, golf mountain has a full 18 holes ranging from par 3 to par 5, but is said to provide even the best golfers some serious challenges. make like mickelson and endure obstacles like streams and rocky outcrops as well as swirling mountain winds and other extreme weather conditions. but it also has some necessary luxuries as well—check out the driving range or head to the cozy clubhouse that boasts a bar, resto and pro shop. and since you’re there, why not make a trip out of it and stay at the nearby cambrian hotel that has been recently renovated to offer top-of-the line amenities (an outdoor heated pool with water jets, an indoor lap pool, and a sauna). an added bonus? the cambrian offers a sweet package deal that allows you to enjoy golf mountain in style including B&B accommodations, two green fees, transfers to the course, and so much more.

sounds better than a hole in one. golf mountain. the cambrian. dorfstrasse 7. CH-3715 adelboden, switzerland. 33.673.8383. open from 10 september until 10 october. (via julib.com)

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Denim Doctor


Bristols 6

A new way to D.I.Y. your denim. The difference between a pair of jeans and your favorite pair of jeans can be pretty small—down to about an inch, in fact. The perfectly faded pair that hangs just an inch too long over your flats? The ultra-dark skinnies an inch too skinny in the waist? Meet their savior: Bristols 6′s new kit, with all you need to customize your denim in one handy package: hem tape for length, an extra button—that slides in as easily as an earring—to save the waist, a seam ripper and pumice stone for distress-less distressing, and more. Studs, stencils, and paint are included, too, for the craftiest out there. The back-of-the-closet scavenging expedition begins now. (via style.com)

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Converse about Converse


I read this book and I fell in love. The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own by Nina Garcia. There are a few things I did not agree with but overall very inspiring. This book makes you look into your own closet to make sure you have all of the essentials. I will share tidbits of the book here and there, but I highly suggest getting your own copy (especially for all the extras and great illustrations done by Ruben Toledo).

This week’s tidbit: Converse
All the cool kids are wearing them. It’s the most effortless way to be casually dressed. Wear them with dresses, jeans, skirts, whatever you like. Wear low tops, high tops, over the knee and multi colored and patterned. There is a style for everyone. I personally wore neon orange and pink plaid, high tops to my senior prom. They were the talk of the evening and they even got their own picture in the yearbook!

Converse started in the early 1900s as a basketball shoe, made famous by Chuck Taylor, then evolved into an everyday shoe in the 50s by the likes of Elvis and James Dean.

Fact: over 60% of Americans claim to have owned at least one pair in their life time. My dad has owned at least 15-20. He prefers high tops, as do I. My finance prefers low tops and my mother prefers Minnetonkas.

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Sound Garden


Corto Moltedo cassette clutch, Piaget piano watch, Dada Footwear

With all of the music festivals and award ceremonies (also playing music in your car during summer drives and bbq’s) has inspired me to see how music and fashion blend in the literal sense. Well here you go. A diamond piano watch by Piaget (877.8.PIAGET), Carto clutch (carto.com), piano tights (unknown), and MP3 shoes that store up to 100 files, have a plug for headphones, speakers, and an USB port is what you get. For more inspiration check out this month’s music issue of Elle Magazine.

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Punctuating Plaid


From top left clockwise: Tilly, Urban Outfitters, Old Navy, Facconable

Summer time at night isn’t always warm and sometimes even during the day it’s cold. So what to wear? These bright colored plaids mixes in summer colors and style with warmth and manly appeal. I love the bright colors and boldness. Pair them with your best Docker shorts (please no cargo shorts) or rolled up jeans or linen pants with sandals or boat shoes and Ray-Bans and Panama hat for your complete summer stylish look. Enjoy!

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Pick-A-Knit


From top left clockwise: J.Crew, Missioni, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tory Burch

It’s summer and you’re thinking knits? Really? Well, while knits are considered more for colder weather and to be worn as sweaters the same can apply for the summer. Knits can also be light weight, as thinking about them in the traditional sense of a knit (i.e. not a jersey knit). These are simple, light-weight knits that you can wear any time of the year.

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Father’s Day Gifts Day #4

This is for the dad that works hard and deserves to unwind from his work day. Or for the dad that plays hard. Either way a good time is had by all! Brandy, crystal, drink sets are a thing of the past. Go modern with tequila and margaritas. This set comes with a bottle of margarita mix, 6 shooter glasses, and a wooden tray.

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Father’s Day Gifts Day #3


gifts.com

For the athletic man give him a gift that he can really enjoy: a golf lesson with a PGA Pro!
Take his golf game to the next level with a private lesson from a PGA Certified Instructor. Recipients may choose from select course locations and instructors for their 1 hour lesson. Instructors include regional PGA Teachers of the Year, LPGA Top 50 instructors, and former tour players. It’s the perfect gift for the golf lover.

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Father's Day Gifts Day #2


Barnes & Noble

This gift is great for the dad that loves to read. You can transport thousands of books with you on one simple device. Right now Barnes & Noble is giving you a $50 gift card when you buy a Nook.

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Father’s Day Gifts


TX TechnoLuxury

Today and next week (the remaining days) until Father’s Day I will be posting gift ideas for the man that brought you into this world. Each post will center around a theme or activity that dads like to do. So stay tuned because I’m sure to have a great gift idea for your dad.

Today is the day for the dad that loves luxury. For the everyday business man or one who likes to dress up for a night out on the town. This perpetual calendar watch is the perfect, always in style look.

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