Tartans

After visiting Brimfield last weekend I've been trying to think of ways to incorporate more plaid and tartans into my daily routine and life.  I'm also feeling a tad self conscious about my new RayBan frames with 1" thick lenses and found this girl to be a cute inspiration. 

Smart Green Tartan Dresses

Tartan Ties

Plaid City Cabins with Gold Flecks of Asian Accents

Chicago Design Retail Scene:Brimfield

BRIMFIELD on Clark street in Andersonville



One of my favorite hot spots for inspiration on a rainy Sunday (like yesterday in Chicago) is Brimfield in Andersonville.  This shop is filled with army surplus, revamped estate sale finds, plaids&tartans, antlers, vintage skis, and cabin/cottage novelties.

I watched my good friend Erin purchase two tartan upholstered rod iron chairs (similar to this one) and a sweater pillow as a cozy addition to her Lincoln Park apartment.