Hello my darlings,

Surprise!! I’m in Venice. I’m getting ready to hunt for the finest jewelry in Italy at the 2017 VicenzaOro fair. If you’ve seen my previous VicenzaOro recaps, you know that means there are going to be some spectacular pieces to see very soon.

I’ll have a recap for you once I get home, but that’s going to take a week or so because after VicenzaOro, I’m running away to Paris with Mr. DitL for a little while! Be sure you follow me on Instagram if you want a peek at the action as it’s happening.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

Guidebook entries, Italian wine lists, and confusing maps of Venetian canals.  Team DitL is too busy exploring Venice to read!

(Just kidding. I read three books on the plane. But I’m too excited about being in Italy to remember what they all were.)

Internets:

15 of the Most Expensive Pieces of Jewelry Ever Shown on ‘Antiques Roadshow.’

RIP to Microsoft Paint

When Wrong Goes Right: 30 Creative Museum 404 Error Pages. This is surprisingly fabulous.

Need a smile? See the adorable Lim Manuel Miranda singing on the Congress train.

5 Badass Muslim Women Who Have Led Feminist Movements Around The World.

See All the Gowns at Naeem Khan Spring/Summer 2018 (don’t click on this if you hate beautiful things).

Nun With A Chainsaw Becomes Symbol Of Post-Irma Cleanup. Sisters are doin’ it for themselves!

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August is the sleepiest month, isn’t it, my darlings? I hope you’ve found a little bit of time to sit outside with a book or a glass of wine and someone you adore. I know there are a lot of dire things happening in the world, but that makes it even more important to snatch a quiet, good moment when you have a chance.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

JCK interviewed me for their Social Life feature! So much fun. Thank you, JCK.

Why Roman concrete still stands strong while modern version decays. Totally fascinating.

Taco Bells in Japan Are Just Casually Serving Star-Shaped Cheese. I don’t think I’ve ever eaten a Taco Bell taco, but star-shaped cheese is delightful and absurd enough to tempt me.

Solving the Mystery of ‘La Estrellita,’ the Vaudeville Dancer Who Was Really a Nice Jewish Girl from Cincinnati.

A 12-year-old built an unconventional Lego sculpture and became an instant internet hero.

These stunning creations from the World Body Painting Festival are like no art you’ve ever seen before.

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Good morning, my darlings!

I want to thank all of you for your wonderful comments on my Show Me Something More post. I’m so grateful and humbled to be a part of the discussions that sprung from that post, not to mention all the Facebook comments, Tweets, and IG messages from all of you who feel the same way.

I’m in NYC again this week, hunting out more fabulous jewelry to share with you (as well as attending this year’s Women’s Jewelry Association Gala)! Once I’m home, I’m going to take a little break to attend to some important summer business like drinking margaritas on my deck and finally unpacking the last box from my recent move.

I hope you’re all staying cool during these steamy July days, and I’ll be back soon! Follow along on Instagram to see my adventures – don’t forget to watch my stories for real time updates.

xoxo,
Becky

What I’m reading:

Made for Love by Alissa Nutting. I’m enjoying Made for Love, but apparently it’s one of those rare books I need to digest in small doses. It’s on the heavy and dark side.

The Dressmakers Series by Loretta Chase. I was not joking the other week when I said I intended to read everything Loretta Chase has ever written. I’m making pretty good progress, too.

Internets:

Teen Girls Stage Incredible Quinceañera Protest at Texas Capitol Against Vile Anti-Immigrant Law. This is legitimately inspiring.

Do you know how to properly clean your antique jewelry? Here’s a reminder from the fabulous Gem Gossip.

Your car has just been crushed by hagfish: Frequently Asked Questions. This is weird and fascinating and also obviously super gross.

Mom “Dresses” Her Daughter In Food And Flowers Using Forced Perspective, Becomes Internet Star.

These pictures of abandoned helicopters are weirdly beautiful.

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