
"New York," by Kat Macleod- first appeared in The Cocktail, 2005 (Via Oh Joy!)
And so, I am off to Connecticut for a couple of days and then New York City for all of next week. I won't be blogging tomorrow, but I am going to try to keep it going regularly starting Monday. See you then- have a wonderful weekend!
June 18, 2009
thought of the day : i love new york.
flickr photo of the day : blue stripes.

Untitled by Elizabeth Taylor.
etsy finds of the week.

1. Keep Calm And Carry On Porcelain Tile - Coaster - Plaque - Pink from Raquel Masri ($24), 2. Sofi and the fish Print 6x8 from Holli ($10), and 3. Galapagos Pouch from LaTouchables ($29)
4. Soft French Lace Bag from Tortilla Girl ($58), 5. Red Orange Zinnia original watercolor painting 4x6 inches from Karen Faulkner ($15), and 6. The Brandenburg from Little Houses Clothing ($165)
7. Rainy Days - small city from Meyer-Lavigne ($34), 8. A Perfect Match - Matchbox Necklace Silver Edition from Yellowgoat ($175), and 9. My Favorite Things from Claudia Pearson ($20)
currently loving : paper straws.

After seeing these photographs produced/styled by the always-talented Paul Lowe of Sweet Paul, I knew that I had to get myself some old-fashioned striped paper straws. Luckily, they are available from Kikkerland for a mere $3 for a box of 50. Just perfect.
June 17, 2009
apparel & accessories collection : beachy.

Perhaps it is because I grew up on the beach, but come this time of year, I constantly think about days lounging at the sea. Luckily, I will be visiting a beach in Connecticut in just a couple of days, so my craving will be satisfied.
1. Brightness & Shadow Dress ($148), 2. Iris Frill Wrap, Liberty of London (£50), 3. chantham roslyn ($296), 4. Neon Sunfish Tee ($45), 5. La Province Pink Parasol ($65), 6. Simple Tubetop ($54.95), 7. Washed Ashore Necklace ($98), and 8. Three Color Stripe Romper ($219)
flickr photo of the day : yellow.

"after that and ever after" by NicaMom.
interior inspiration : the bathroom.











A room that often gets a bit forgotten...
Sources (from top to bottom): LivingEtc, Inspace, Anna Kern, emmas designblogg, Polly Wreford, Design*Sponge: Something's Hiding In Here, Wayne Vincent, LivingEtc, Ideal Home, Marie Claire Maison, and Design*Sponge: Jessica Lynch.
thought of the day : alone.

"so glad," from Norfolk illustrator Gemma Corell's photostream. (website + shop)
June 16, 2009
nadine zlotogora.





I'm sure it is no surprise that I am madly in love with these photographs and looks from Argentinian fashion designer Nadine Zlotogora. I would like to just crawl into those pictures. (And that bright yellow eyeshadow on the model? Gorgeous.)
flickr photo of the day : at the sea.

"Comfortable time" by ©14'STANDARD.
art collection : foodie.

1. crepe 5x7 print by Jennifer Causey ($16), 2. Cute Original Collage - girl and cookie jar by cabin + cub ($25), 3. Mr Peanut by Mary Kate McDevitt ($45), 4. Apple Bird Print by Heather Amuny-Dey ($40), 5. donut print by Abby Powell Thompson ($11), 6. tessa with a pomegranate by Amanda Blake ($40), 7. The Cupcake Peddler by Emily Martin ($18), 8. Print, Cupcakes by Sandra Juto ($15), 9. Soup by Hilary Upton ($12), and 10. three persimmons in a bowl-8x10 signed fine art photograph by Mrs. French ($25)
June 15, 2009
ten images of inspiration : street fashion.










It is easily my favorite form of fashion. I love seeing the way people express their personalities through style and how outfits are put together for everyday life.
Sources above: The Sartorialist, Garance Dore, Hel Looks, and Copenhagen Street Style.
a beautiful home peek...






I could not help but share these film photographs I took from inside the home of Andrea and Ward. I was lucky to be invited there yesterday and was in complete awe of how beautifully designed and cozy the entire place is, filled with old typefaces, gorgeous artwork, antique signage, and vintage one-of-a-kind pieces from head to toe. The thing that amazes me about their home is that they somehow mix quite a few different styles (midcentury modern, flea market style, etc.) and make it work perfectly. I think I could spend an entire day in there just snapping my camera- it's just too inspiring. Now Andrea and Ward, can I please move in?
For more of their home: an interview & photos on Cafemom, Andrea's Home set, and my own Flickr set, which will have more added to it later.
thought of the day : melting.

"Just Let It Go," from Kotama Bouabane's Melting Words.
































































