10.19.2011

doily daydream


















Something about the look of old-fashioned lace just seems timelessly romantic, to me. I'm loving these contemporary takes on doily design. I'm especially enamored of the pendant light, and the way it throws beautiful intricate patterns of shadows and light.


10.18.2011

make a statement


"The only thing that separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize."- from the film Steel Magnolias

Necklace by Kate Spade

10.17.2011

fabulous new blog


The other day, I was fluttering around blogs, like a butterfly, going from one blog to the next, seeing which blogs other bloggers follow, to find some inspiration. That's when I came across a fabulous new blog, which is all about COLOR. 

In case you haven't noticed, I absolutely love blogs about color. One could even call me obsessive about this style subject. 

When I discovered The Color Issue, I found myself reading every single post. I especially liked the image (above) of a delicious pink wall juxtaposed with an intense yellow sofa. I love the mix of patterns, as well as the charming little floral painting above the sofa. How lovely and inspiring!

10.16.2011

cloche encounters



by yellowfield7 on etsy.com

Dorian Leigh wearing a pale pink cloche by Madame Reine and a plunge-necked rayon crepe dress from B.H.Wragge, ca. 1946 via flickr

 
by katarinacouture on etsy.com


by yellowfield7 on etsy.com



Since I'm on a fall fashion kick, I feel the need to wax poetic on the beauty of the 1920s-inspired cloche hat. This bell-shaped beauty, which we are seeing more of this season, from the likes of Kate Spade and anthropolgie, has always been a favorite of mine. 

I'm so glad I bought a deep purple wool cloche from Target last year. It is nice and warm, covering my ears just so. Not to mention adorable. Good thing I left it here, so I can wear it this season. But I do plan to send it out to Oz, to have when the weather turns chilly there. A girl needs to be prepared for all weather, and do so stylishly. Don't you agree?

10.15.2011

a dose of color & pattern














We are having some pretty wicked weather here this weekend. The gloom of rain, wind, and grey skies are making me feel the need for a little cheering up. What better way to lift one's spirits than with a dose of color and pattern? I feel better already. Now, let's pour a drink and see if we have any volunteers to play that lovely piano.