Monday, January 26, 2009
The Inadvertent Accessory
This weekend I was completely struck by a couple walking down Valencia street. They caught my eye from across the street, engulfed in a golden beam of fading afternoon light. They both had that Mission je ne sais quoi... a mix of sharp accessories, vintage, and new clothes that seemed to say "We may look Bohemian but really are high-paid graphic designers/architects/advertising execs." Their clothes were great, but there was something else about them that really caught my attention.
The man's hair was cut just below the ear and was combed back, allowing full view of his aviator sunglasses. He was wearing a vintage cordouroy sport coat in a warm earth tone, and was holding in his right hand a burnt-orange colored leash. At the end of this leash was their ultimate accessory; what totally grabbed me from across the street: a beautiful dog.
The dog was very sleek, with short brown-gray fur and an athletic, hunting-dog body type. It trotted ahead of them gracefully, weaving its way through the crowd as if on the trail some invisible animal. As I was watching them I couldn't believe my eyes...this dog actually accentuated their outfits! With the man's English-sporting inspired outfit and his companion's worn leather boots, I wondered if they dressed to match their dog, or if their dog was simply an extension of their great style.
It's no secret that San Francisco is a dog-friendly city. Everyone that has visited our 16th Street store has met Izzy & Juno, and knows that they are just another reflection of the homey, comfortable vibe we like to create in the store. Your animal speaks a lot about your personality and can be a wonderful (loving, slobbery, sweet)complement to an outfit.
Now I'm not saying to start toting your dog around a la Paris Hilton. But remember that great trio -- and know that something that already gives you unconditional love and devotion can also set your style on another level as well.
- Casey
The man's hair was cut just below the ear and was combed back, allowing full view of his aviator sunglasses. He was wearing a vintage cordouroy sport coat in a warm earth tone, and was holding in his right hand a burnt-orange colored leash. At the end of this leash was their ultimate accessory; what totally grabbed me from across the street: a beautiful dog.
The dog was very sleek, with short brown-gray fur and an athletic, hunting-dog body type. It trotted ahead of them gracefully, weaving its way through the crowd as if on the trail some invisible animal. As I was watching them I couldn't believe my eyes...this dog actually accentuated their outfits! With the man's English-sporting inspired outfit and his companion's worn leather boots, I wondered if they dressed to match their dog, or if their dog was simply an extension of their great style.
It's no secret that San Francisco is a dog-friendly city. Everyone that has visited our 16th Street store has met Izzy & Juno, and knows that they are just another reflection of the homey, comfortable vibe we like to create in the store. Your animal speaks a lot about your personality and can be a wonderful (loving, slobbery, sweet)complement to an outfit.
Now I'm not saying to start toting your dog around a la Paris Hilton. But remember that great trio -- and know that something that already gives you unconditional love and devotion can also set your style on another level as well.
- Casey
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