Smells of Rich Mahogany

A few weeks ago, I took my parents to my old stomping grounds to show them around the area, knowing their love for antiques and good craftsmanship. As we strolled into the David Alan store, it was impossible to not to be drawn to the time and detail that must have went into every piece. The staff was wonderful, informing us of the stories behind each tree featured, that were found right here in California - making these items all the more unique. And while their 40 foot ancient armour below tells a story all in itself, my personal favorite was the rooted coffee table (3rd below). See all of what David Alan has to offer here.

All Around Town...

Prepping Prepping Prepping....and sort of all over the place this week! Next week I will have a bit more time to post before my departure, so please pardon the interruption as I scramble for the upcoming road trip :) which is coming out great! So many great adventures await us!

And in the meantime, between errands during break, farewell lunches and dinners, I've been discovering some hidden gems in the city...just as I'm leaving! Figures :)

Green Street Vault - much like a food truck, but droppin street clothes, pumps & kicks...I like it...Derrick Cheung and Howard Travis are running this show and can be found all over Boston, just list for the sweet beats heading down the street!

Window dining on Newbury street at Umai - feels a little silly at first, but its such a great view!

The hidden Italian oasis that is Canestaro...this place has amazing food and a great atmosphere

Enjoying some liquid sunshine with Mer and Perla!

HKS is taking a Road Trip...

We're two weeks away and time is a flyin! 

So far, here are the major cities we'll be stopping in along the way, and yes that's my little car carrying my surfboard to happy waters across the land...:)

Be sure to "like" Harlow Knox Stereobox on Facebook or follow us on twitter to weigh in and interact on our trip! (twitter hashtag: #HKSroadtrip) I'd love to hear from you on suggested restaurants and hot spots. Are there attractions in the area?  Any smaller towns in between? Let us know as we make our way - I'll be posting arrival dates throughout the week!

Tour begins September 3rd! Hope you'll join us! xo!

(images: 1,2,3,4)

These are a Few of my Favorite Things: August Edition

It's been a pretty productive week and there is a lots to feel good about going into the weekend. With just a few things left to do on my list, I think I can really look forward to a good road trip and enjoying my time visiting new cities and spending time with friends along the way. Only a few weeks away, but time always flies! 

These are some things I'd love to acquire once I have my apartment set up and once I get on my feet out there. That might become the hardest thing, keeping myself from spending my moolah on the road! It's gonna take some real resistance especially visiting cities like New Orleans and Austin!

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend in store and some much needed R&R in the mix! Enjoy! xo

1. Alternative French

2. Matchbook Case - Indy Cases

3. Ravioli Stamps

4. Log bowls - seems to me a cure for slouching while eating your cereal ;)

5. Creative Credential Stamps

6. Better Half Blonde Ale package design concept and story

7. Book laptop case - can we say Penny from Inspector Gadget? I always wanted one of these!

8. Stacking luggage side table - genius...

Get the Hang of it....

Speaking to yesterday's facebook post of some of my favorite Society6 art, I realized at one point in the near future, I could have a lot of prints on my hand to decorate with. So the question is, how to display them. 

I mean, there is an art in hanging and a fine balance between frames, space, environment, colors, etc to take into consideration.  Here are some of my favorite displays, and some that will come in really handy when I get my instagram and hipstamatic shots printed out on canvases, I love that they have print labs available!

(images by: Krista Campbell, Luke Vahle, Sven Berggren/boligmagasinet, urbanoutfitters.com, riazzoli )

Prints

I love love love bright colorful art, especially rock posters, like the legit artist ones you find when your favorite bands are on tour.  I have quite a collection (but not as big as someone I know!). This might become a monthly segment here on Harlow Knox Stereobox, because I come across so many vibrant prints that would be so wonderful to have hanging in a home, in almost any room! (just be careful in the bathroom, art easily be ruined by steam!) 

Here is a lovely collection and there will be much more to come!

Enjoy! - xo Lindsay

1. Skinny Ship

2. Know Your Coffees

3. Wanelo

4. Tang Yua Hoong

5. Heads of State

6. Juan Chavarria Jr.

7. To Dry For

8. Poppytalk Handmade