She’s So InFluential
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Always the superstar, she now has something else to celebrate as April 5th, 2012 is going to be proclaimed Ava Arenella Day. She is beautiful, her voice smooth & sultry and her performance style sets a cool, Jazz-y mood on stage. And this month, she is InFluential Magazine’s cover girl. Ava Arenella is unstoppable! If…
Eco Can (Can You?)
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Another great little gem from the Yanko Design store, which is known for marrying new technology with beautiful form and function, is this quirky and fun Eco-Can! The PLA material it’s made made from is from natural corn starch. This green material has the benefits of plastic properties, but causes less negative environmental effects while…
Kavaaaahhh
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Most of us living in the U.S. lead lives full of stress & anxiety. Even here in laid back Austin, things can be nerve-wracking (i.e. traffic!) It’s important to find ways to de-stress and relax. Many of us turn to exercise, yoga, meditation, or even some um..other outlets to help us relax. Now Austin has…
MOD This and That: SXSW Styles
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
As SXSW approaches, you might be asking yourself, “What does one wear one of the largest music festivals in the world? A festival where I may bump into celebrities like Adrien Brody or Ashton Kutcher” Well, our own fashionable Ashley Horsley has put together a few suggestions. MOD presents – Hipster Style.
MOD Style: The #2 Pencil Skirt
By Maria Orozova / Uncategorized
From the office to a gala dinner, the pencil skirt is an elegant and sophisticated choice perfect for any occasion. Originally designed by Christan Dior in 1940, the pencil skirt became a hit in post-war fashion with celebrities like notorious pinup Betty Page. Screen goddesses Ava Gardner, Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn were constantly seen…
Rustic Retreats
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Due to this incredibly warm weather we have been having in Texas lately, I find myself wanting to constantly be outdoors. I have always been a “wide-open-spaces” kind of girl, so when I found this blog it nearly put me over the edge. The architecture, the landscape, the inspiration… it all calls to me. As…
MOD Bibliophilia
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Over the Christmas Break, The MOD Employees found themselves with some extra time on their hands. Whether they were traveling for fun, family or just staying home; everyone in the office had time to catch up on some reading. Here are a few books that they can recommend… Ashley – Bossypants by Tina Fey Maria…
A Little Winter Inspiration
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Even though it is 70 degrees here in Austin, Texas; January means Winter to the rest of the country. Here is some inspiration to keep you cool including images from the “Everyone Get’s Cold” series by artist Terry Fan, available at Society6.
The Language of Flowers
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
As Saint Valentine’s Day is less than a month away, it is a good time to start thinking about sending flowers. An eternal symbol of affection, throughout history flowers have always held specific meanings based on the given type. The “Language of Flowers” came about in the Victorian Era, when men and women were not…
Lights.. Camera…Action!
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Last week, MOD partnered with one of our favorite photographers, John Pesina, on a photo shoot for Maria’s upcoming Graphic Design USA Feature: “People to Watch in 2012”. Here is a sneak peek at the photos. A special shout out to Mandarin Flower Company for the gorgeous floral arrangements, and to Ciarla for Maria’s custom…
Making the Most of Your Resolutions
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Let’s face it, every year we all start off ambitious and motivated to make grand resolutions that we are honestly determined to keep. We are all going to lose weight, stop our bad habits, make more money and travel the world. However, how often do we actually fulfill our resolutions? I usually give up on…
New Year’s Luck
By MODintelechy / Uncategorized
Just as the days of 2011 are disappearing, so are cans of Black-Eyed Peas at your local grocery store. As New Year’s Day is less than 72 hours, this is the perfect time to start making your favorite Black-Eyed Pea recipe! Now, if you didn’t grow up in The South, Texas, or happen to be…