Hip hop choreographer, Ms. Vee, took time out of her day to give tips to the dance-floor challenged. In this video she teaches Nancy, who has stepped out from behind the Albertine camera, variations on a simple two-step and shows us some of her ill moves. Ms. Vee can be seen in the film Step Up 3D and you can take class with her at Broadway Dance Center. Check out her website: www.msvee.com.
Fall for her
Aidan Pilgrim despite being a branding and consultant writer from Georgia is a little bit of a gypsy, drifting from coast to coast (LA, NY, SF). A collector of vintage ‘ya-yas’ she’s currently working on a writing project with her two Southern grandmothers–musings on history, love and etiquette. She’s Albertine’s Summer to Fall girl.
left: Aidan looking textbook cute in a tank dress by Anagram paired with a Rachel Comey skirt ($375).
right: Sitting pretty and ready for cooler weather in a Tucker Regal Theater Box blouse and a Miranda Bennett tie skirt ($265).
A Pattern for Fall
Aidan rocking her bohemian vibe in an Ulla Johnson Marrakech dress ($335) cinched with a vintage Horn Morrocan belt ($245).
left: Nettie Kent’s leather wrap bracelet ($98) and Wave Bangle ($88).
End of Summer Snowcone
So long Summer! But before we go, Snowcones for all! Aidan looks super sweet in Mara Hoffman’s Feather Dress ($605). A rainbow cone to stay please!
Summer Sister
Kacee Pyles is an independent film producer currently working on projects in Georgia. She joined us in saying good-bye to Summer with a snowcone and to hang with her homegirl Aidan. Kacee wears a turban by Cult Gaia and a Wren Alexa Dress ($345).
center: Vintage Lucite Bubble Ring ($85) and Sand Cuff ($185).
Holiday In Vinegar Hill
Check out this fun Albertine collaboration with photographer Joyce Lee featuring Aine from Q Models. Joyce asked us to help style the shoot and we jumped at the chance. All the photos were taken on a beautiful Spring day in Vinegar Hill. Looking at them now makes us super excited about the approaching Summer season.
left: Aine wears vintage sunglasses and a long floral, blue-collared dress by Rachel Comey.
right: A soft peach vintage top from the 20′s paired with an orange silk skirt by Dona Monroe.
left: Knotted and braided black leather shoes, our favorite from A Détacher.
right: Aine enjoys a mint ice cream cone while wearing a pebble print blouse by Tucker and pleated silk pants by Bodkin.
left: A pretty rose printed wrap blouse by Delphine with cute polka dot print shorts by A Détacher.
right: This cotton pin-stripe print dress by Anagram is the perfect outfit for an afternoon bike ride.
Jane’s Carousel
We had a great opportunity to do a photo shoot at the exquisite Jane’s Carousel in Brooklyn. We thought that it would be a great time and place to bring some of the Albertine sorority together, past and present, to find out what they’re up to and where they are now. The afternoon was gorgeous and the girls had fun catching up in their fetching outfits.
Meagan Delaney is now the American brand manager for French heritage label Armor Lux. Founded in 1938, the brand is the most authentic purveyor of the country’s iconic nautical style; renowned for their (toujours très chic) Breton stripe. She is wearing a striped tank top by Tucker and blue shorts by R. Comey
left: Meagan is wearing Splatter Strapless dress by Mara Hoffman and a vintage cardigan.
right: Virginia Loughlin Mourneaut divides her time between New York, London, and Italy. She cooks fabulous dinner parties for clients and as well as creating beautiful interior murals. We like to think of multi-talented Virgina as Albertine’s Renaissance Woman.
Virginia is wearing a vintage strapless dress from Albertine and her own tuxedo jacket.
left: It’s been a very busy year for Payton Turner. Not only did she launch her awesome wallpaper company Flat Vernacular, she’s also got her hands full planning her wedding. In this photo she is wearing a lovely floral dress by A Detacher.
left: Luna Medina is a new addition to the Albertine family. An illustration major at Parsons, born and raised in Seville Spain, Luna has an easy, impeccable taste. She styled the girls for this story and shot the video. Her dress is by Quail.
right: Payton is wearing a jumpsuit by Bodkin.
Fun Times at Jane’s Carousel (VIDEO)
We’d like to give a special thanks to Jane Walentas for letting us use her exquisite carousel before it gets moved to it’s new permanent home in DUMBO. It was a unique opportunity to shoot in such a lovely historic environment. For more info, check out Jane’s Carousel.
Lockets: Mother’s Day Edition
We here at Albertine are huge fans of lockets as gifts. The right locket can come to represent all the feelings that one wants to convey to a beloved. We often hear about a locket becoming a treasured piece for clients, one that they love to wear everyday. We’ve compiled a selection for Mother’s Day that we feel hits all the right notes and can become a piece that mom will keep for many years to come.
left to right: Delphine Crescent Moon locket from the 1920′s ($175), Cave Canem Paste Cabochon locket early 1900′s ($245), Small gold filled locket from 1920′s on 14k gold chain ($285), Madam Fortuna locket ($345), Early 1900′s intricately engraved locket on 14k chain ($425).
Ariane Hundt and Brooklyn Bridge Bootcamp
After noticing certain friends of Albertine completely transforming their bodies and lives, we decided to check out Ariane Hundt’s Brooklyn Bridge Bootcamp for ourselves. We love Ariane for her tough, no BS approach. Her classes are good for all levels whether you’re an athlete trying to sharpen your game, a new mommy that needs to get rid of the baby weight or a bride getting ready for that strapless wedding gown. The program is tried and tested: we’ve personally seen the phenomenal results!
above and below: Ariane looks gorgeous in a couple of pieces by Nadia Tarr. The dresses are all cotton stretch jersey– super body-friendly and great for women on the go.
Ariane is a model of efficiency. Between classes she manages scheduling from her blackberry and computer, responding to clients and making sure that everyone gets her personal (and much valued) attention.