For a little of this:
And hopefully, a lot of this:
See you in a few days!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Taking A Napa
Hi all, I'm off for a few days, heading here:
For a little of this:
And hopefully, a lot of this:
See you in a few days!
For a little of this:
And hopefully, a lot of this:
See you in a few days!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Pack Your Bags...Paris Awaits
Thanks to at Amanda at Oliveaux, I've found my perfect Paris apartment. Come visit me there, won't you?
You'll find me through this grand door off the Place des Vosges, the oldest formal square in Paris, once home to Victor Hugo and Madame de Sévigné.
I'd love to invite my dearest girls to a ladies' Champagne tea in the pretty Salon d'Ete.
Or the entire gang over for a wine tasting beneath the beams in the warm and cozy Salon d'Hiver.
I'm sure that between the Parisian markets and this gorgeous kitchen, I could manage to cook up a somewhat delicious dinner...
Or we could go out for a stroll through the Marais...
...and end up at one of the neighborhood cafés for a bite, while we watch the world go by.
And I can't imagine having anything but the sweetest dreams in this perfect bedroom.
What do you think? Would you come for a visit?
Learn more about this amazing retreat, designed by Jacques Granges in collaboration with architect Alain Baudouin, here.
You'll find me through this grand door off the Place des Vosges, the oldest formal square in Paris, once home to Victor Hugo and Madame de Sévigné.
I'd love to invite my dearest girls to a ladies' Champagne tea in the pretty Salon d'Ete.
Or the entire gang over for a wine tasting beneath the beams in the warm and cozy Salon d'Hiver.
I'm sure that between the Parisian markets and this gorgeous kitchen, I could manage to cook up a somewhat delicious dinner...
Or we could go out for a stroll through the Marais...
...and end up at one of the neighborhood cafés for a bite, while we watch the world go by.
And I can't imagine having anything but the sweetest dreams in this perfect bedroom.
What do you think? Would you come for a visit?
All images from Pavillon de Madame
Learn more about this amazing retreat, designed by Jacques Granges in collaboration with architect Alain Baudouin, here.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Singin' In The Rain
Seattle's spring has been a bit soggy and unpredictable so far, but like this sweet little mite, I'm not going to let a few puddles get in my way.
The cherry blossoms, magnolias, camellias and daffodils are too beautiful to miss, and getting a bit wet is well worth it for a little playtime outdoors. Although I'm afraid I'm not nearly as cute in my rain gear as this little one.
Maybe I need a pair of these:
What about you? Are you game for singing in the rain and splashing in puddles? Or would you rather stick to the great indoors until the sun comes out?
Image from the Wall Street Journal
Maybe I need a pair of these:
What about you? Are you game for singing in the rain and splashing in puddles? Or would you rather stick to the great indoors until the sun comes out?
Friday, March 25, 2011
Where the Wild Things Are
Happy Friday, friends! What are you up to this weekend? If you are in Seattle and looking for something to do, may I recommend a trip to SAM for the Nick Cave "Meet Me at the Center of the Earth" exhibit?
Mr. H. and I went a couple weeks ago and loved it. Mr. Cave's Sound Suits, wearable fabric and found-object suits, are utterly delightful--Dr. Seuss meets Sesame Street meets Where The Wild Things Are meets Couture. They're also thought provoking, bringing up themes of beauty vs. ugly, treasure vs. garbage, stranger vs. familiar. But mostly, in my eyes, the suits are fun and playful.
In fact, it seems to be a pretty short leap between Mr.Cave's whimsical Sound Suits and what we're currently seeing on the runways and the street.
Mr. H. and I went a couple weeks ago and loved it. Mr. Cave's Sound Suits, wearable fabric and found-object suits, are utterly delightful--Dr. Seuss meets Sesame Street meets Where The Wild Things Are meets Couture. They're also thought provoking, bringing up themes of beauty vs. ugly, treasure vs. garbage, stranger vs. familiar. But mostly, in my eyes, the suits are fun and playful.
They put in an appearance in the September 2010 issue of Vogue, and when you look closely at the fabrication and craftsmanship, it's no surprise that Mr. Cave is the director of the graduate fashion program at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
September 2010 Vogue
Kate Moss (The Cut)
Anna Dello Russo (Vogue.com)
The ubiquitous Prada fur stole (Tommy Ton)
House of Holland (Style.com)
Mary Katranzou (Vogue.com)
Mary Katranzou (Style.com)
I think even some of my youngest friends would love this exhibit if their moms have time to take them to SAM. Penelope, Bobby, Sophia, Lane and Cole, let me know which suit is your favorite! (I'm fond of the furry ones, myself!)
Have a wildly fun weekend, everyone!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
A Sure Sign
My favorite white camellias finally bloomed.
They do typically lag behind the pink ones--which popped weeks ago--but this year seemed even shier than usual. Finally...one bloom, then two, then three.
A sure sign that happy spring days are truly here. They remind me of this...
And these...
The thought of wearing them poolside when I head south next week makes me giddy. But until then, I'll be content to watch the white blooms out my window, while I wait to wear white blooms on my feet!
They do typically lag behind the pink ones--which popped weeks ago--but this year seemed even shier than usual. Finally...one bloom, then two, then three.
Photos courtesy of Mr. H.
A sure sign that happy spring days are truly here. They remind me of this...
And these...
The thought of wearing them poolside when I head south next week makes me giddy. But until then, I'll be content to watch the white blooms out my window, while I wait to wear white blooms on my feet!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Lobster for Lunch
I love the the "Tory Entertains" posts on the Tory Burch blog. Wouldn't you love to be invited to this spring break lobster luncheon?
Blue and white and lobster are a few of my favorite things, so found Tory's invitation especially inspiring. I have a couple lobster feasts on the horizon... I owe my friend Pam a lobster pot pie, and have a "crazy lobster night" summer tradition with some dear friends. So what would my spin be on this lobster fest?
I would start with my favorite vintage blue and white plates.
Add some relaxed blue linens... and maybe some white flowers...
Or perhaps a pretty pop of pink! An outdoor setting is a must, so we'll hope for warm weather and sunshine.
Image from Tory Burch
I would start with my favorite vintage blue and white plates.
Image from Costal Living
Add some relaxed blue linens... and maybe some white flowers...
Image from Carolyne Roehm A Passion for Blue & White
Al fresco dining at Pam's (photo Heidi Diaz)
What to wear?
Image from Nordstrom.com
A Tory seashell tunic...
Image from Nordstrom.com
Or this relaxed hostess dress would be perfect!
Of course, it's the friends around the table that make the meal special. Who wants to join me for lunch?
PS: Thanks, Amy, for the inspiration!
Monday, March 21, 2011
The Bright Side
Happy Spring Monday, friends! I think it would be hard to wake up on the wrong side of the bed in this bright and beautiful bedroom even on a Monday morning, don't you?
It would be like living in a cherry tree in bloom.
Hope your week is just as bright and cheery!
Image from Canadian House and Home
Hope your week is just as bright and cheery!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Green Day
Happy St. Patrick's Day.
Image from Vogue.com
Image from 1stdibs
Image from The Coveteur
Image from Tommy Ton
Image from The Coveteur
Image from NY Mag.com
Image from the Coveteur
Image from Vogue.com
Image from Tommy Ton
Image from The Coveteur
Image from The Sartorialist
Image from Tommy Ton
Are you wearing your green today?
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