venice, vera, & vespas

it's rare for me to find a new favorite thing. things I like, sure, but not an actual real life favorite thing. well, today I discovered 3 of them!

one of the best places to spend a Sunday in Manhattan: the moma.

I visited a remote little corner of the fifth floor and found a collection of 6 pieces by Alexandra Exter, Russian avant garde artist, lover of Venice (i'm determined to go someday) and personal friend of Pablo Picasso...

tres cute, no?

Vera Neumann, 2nd of my discovery-filled sunday. She was an artist turned textile designer using post WWII silk parachute to screenprint her designs. Vera designed everything for a 36" square scarf. A ladybug was her trademark (known for good luck, long life and happiness) In the 1950's her company grew and as many as 500-600 designs a year were created... In the 60's a clothing line was added and the fabric was designed with the garment in mind. She worked 6 days a week, reserving Tuesdays for her hair appointment and the board meeting in Manhatten (by the way, the board accommodated her schedule).

personal side note: my Nana reserves Tuesdays for hairdos as well (and loves silk scarves.)

oh, and the Vespa ...always wanted one. well today I found the one ...a 1955 Vespa Gran Sport 150. The most amahhzing Vespa ever! If this moped were a man, I would marry it.