WHAT? (or, Why I must go to L.A. July 24)

Exterior, Woodson & Rummerfield's L.A. shop

A friend and customer just forwarded me the following e-mail, bearing a headline that has become the mantra of so many retailers lately (ourselves included):

"It Is Time to Rediscover the Elegance of Basics"

And here's the text that follows, which has got me all in a tizzy:

"Dear valued W&R Patrons,

At the end of July, Woodson & Rummerfield’s showroom will be moving from La Cienega Blvd to ONLINE. http://www.wandrhome.com/

There will be new and interesting home good products online that will have you absolutely pining. This means our online retail site and design offices are continuing onward, full force with many exciting projects in the works!

So, pop by and bid the La Cienega shop farewell on Friday July 24th ~ there will be deep discounts on one of a kind items up to 75% off through out the rest of the month. 724 N. La Cienega Blvd, LA 90069, 310-659-3010."

Interior, W&R showroom

Those of you who know me or follow our blog know how much I love Woodson & Rummerfield, and one of the to-do's topping my list for the last few years has been a visit to their charming shop. Looks like I had better start making my travel plans...who's with me?

In the meantime, I have penned a letter of my own:

"Dear Economy,

You suck.

Sincerely,
Me."

Dearly Departed

I have given myself time to read all the blogs and posts, flip through past issues, and reflect on the future of shelter magazines, and I have reached a conclusion: Domino, you can't go. I am going to keep texting you, finding excuses to drop by your house with a sweater or book you left behind, drunk-dialing you, and frequenting all your old haunts.... That's right: I am a lover spurned, and I am not going to go quietly.

For others sharing my sentiments, check out this great new blog/support group.