Recently, we came across a killer new blog by writer Lizzie Garrett. She hand picks women who embody that undefinable level of cool born of living by their own rules–a mantra we continually subscribe to.

Here are a few of our favorite inspiring women who do and did their own thing:

“I married adventure.” —Osa Johnson


“We went on a weekend drive, after a show I was in at the time. We were on a motorcycle, and there was a carload of friends behind us. It was freezing ass cold. We stopped for a bite to eat, and one of the guys said, ‘Steve, why don’t you let Neile ride with us? I can ride with you. It’s too cold.’ And I said, ‘No, I think I’m just gonna stay on the bike.’ Steve told me later, ‘That’s the moment I fell in love with you.’ “—Neile Adams


“Wes [Anderson] understands the dilemma, that when women become too forceful, they get accused of being masculine. If they state their opinions, or if they assert themselves, they won’t be thought of as lovable or feminine.”—Anjelica Huston


“When I was nine or 10, I wasn’t pretty anymore–which is a big advantage. It must be a nightmare to be a beautiful teenager. I got this strange kind of androgyny. I was everything girls don’t want to be—incredibly tall, incredibly thin, and unimpressive. For years it’s still been possible to hide as a sexual being.”—Tilda Swinton

Organizer, editor, space saving guru, or what we like to call her, our saving grace, Margaret Williams of Edit. has just launched her fab new website, www.editspaces.com. This cool, yet meticulous lady has spruced up and cleaned out several of our clients’ closets and collections. Margaret will help with everything from streamlining a move, archiving your memorabilia, to wardrobe consultations. She is a priceless tool to help create a calm and well edited space…a perfect starting place for new furnishings!

Taking up residency at the Lower East Side’s revolving storefront Grand Opening, the Trade School runs every day through the beginning of March providing multiple opportunities to barter basic services or goods in exchange for lessons in everything from “Composting” to “How to Make Butter”. Secure your spot by providing the teacher’s barter needs. We’re thinking the “Chinatown Collaborative Food Tour” is a must!