If Only

If I had to dress myself exclusively in one collection this season, it would be, hands down, that of Emersonmade. It's everything I'm craving right now: blouses with bows, dark denim, and tailored silhouettes. If you're as smitten as I am, new arrivals are available for pre-order now. I don't know how long I'll be able to resist — that tuxedo jacket is just killing me!

If I had to dress myself exclusively in one collection this season, it would be, hands down, that of Emersonmade. It's everything I'm craving right now: blouses with bows, dark denim, and tailored silhouettes. If you're as smitten as I am, new arrivals are available for pre-order now. I don't know how long I'll be able to resist — that tuxedo jacket is just killing me!

Desk Du Jour

Hey you, happy Monday! Here's to a productive week for the both of us. I think this workspace would give us both a jump start, for navy velvet is sure to get those creative juices flowing. Designed and styled by Emily Henderson, the office finds that happy medium between rigid organization (I'm talking to you, magazine holders) and lived-in personality (that's you, inspiration board). I had the pleasure of meeting Emily at the Rue party in September and can't wait to see her forthcoming HGTV show Secrets of a Stylist. Are you impressed by this peek into her portfolio?

Hey you, happy Monday! Here's to a productive week for the both of us. I think this workspace would give us both a jump start, for navy velvet is sure to get those creative juices flowing. Designed and styled by Emily Henderson, the office finds that happy medium between rigid organization (I'm talking to you, magazine holders) and lived-in personality (that's you, inspiration board). I had the pleasure of meeting Emily at the Rue party in September and can't wait to see her forthcoming HGTV show Secrets of a Stylist. Are you impressed by this peek into her portfolio?

Our Weekend

Behold the ice rink my dad built on our front lawn! I tweeted a few of these already but I think he deserves all the credit he can get. It's such fun to see my boyfriend Michael and my little brother Camden playing together — I only wish we had ice skates for our puppies, Coach and Fenway! Wouldn't that be the cutest? I hope your weekend is filled with lots of ice time and hot chocolate. See you back here on Monday!

Behold the ice rink my dad built on our front lawn! I tweeted a few of these already but I think he deserves all the credit he can get. It's such fun to see my boyfriend Michael and my little brother Camden playing together — I only wish we had ice skates for our puppies, Coach and Fenway! Wouldn't that be the cutest? I hope your weekend is filled with lots of ice time and hot chocolate. See you back here on Monday!

101 in 1001 {Fun & Frivolous}

39. Ride on a sailboat.

67. Buy a pretty bicycle.

85. Have a picnic.

P.S. If you're new to Design Darling (welcome!) and totally lost, I've explained my 101 in 1,001 initiative here.

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39. Ride on a sailboat.

67. Buy a pretty bicycle.

85. Have a picnic.

P.S. If you're new to Design Darling (welcome!) and totally lost, I've explained my 101 in 1,001 initiative here.

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Hello Yellow

Can you tell I'm ready for spring? On the subject of brights, I am loving the pop of the yellow dress in this otherwise subdued bathroom from the Domino archives. How pretty is the skirted sink? I love that the homeowner placed a folding mirror in front of the out-of-place window. Awkward to awesome, just like that!

Can you tell I'm ready for spring? On the subject of brights, I am loving the pop of the yellow dress in this otherwise subdued bathroom from the Domino archives. How pretty is the skirted sink? I love that the homeowner placed a folding mirror in front of the out-of-place window. Awkward to awesome, just like that!

Real Men Wear Pink

...or orange, as the case may be. It could be my Connecticut roots piping up, but I will never tire of men in preppy brights paired with crisp oxfords and brown dress shoes. I bought my littlest brother yellow cords from Ralph Lauren many birthdays ago and, while I can't say he was thrilled, I think they're even worth saving for my [way-in-the-] future offspring. 

{images via Unabashedly Prep}

...or orange, as the case may be. It could be my Connecticut roots piping up, but I will never tire of men in preppy brights paired with crisp oxfords and brown dress shoes. I bought my littlest brother yellow cords from Ralph Lauren many birthdays ago and, while I can't say he was thrilled, I think they're even worth saving for my [way-in-the-] future offspring. 

{images via Unabashedly Prep}

A New York Minute

Things in my neck of the woods are moving a mile a minute. What was yesterday a pipe dream of launching an inspiring interview series is now a forthcoming reality with an incredible line-up in the works! Trust me when I say these ladies will not disappoint. Thanks to your help yesterday, I am thrilled to officially announce...

The Design Dialogues! Credit for the name goes to my dear friend and lovely sponsor Roxy who went above and beyond, sending lists and lists of possibilities my way. When will it begin? As soon as my redesign with the immensely talented and totally darling Hanna of Gadabout is complete. And when will that be? I hate to leave you hanging but let's just say it's a lot sooner than you think. New design and new series before the month is over? A New York minute indeed.

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Things in my neck of the woods are moving a mile a minute. What was yesterday a pipe dream of launching an inspiring interview series is now a forthcoming reality with an incredible line-up in the works! Trust me when I say these ladies will not disappoint. Thanks to your help yesterday, I am thrilled to officially announce...

The Design Dialogues! Credit for the name goes to my dear friend and lovely sponsor Roxy who went above and beyond, sending lists and lists of possibilities my way. When will it begin? As soon as my redesign with the immensely talented and totally darling Hanna of Gadabout is complete. And when will that be? I hate to leave you hanging but let's just say it's a lot sooner than you think. New design and new series before the month is over? A New York minute indeed.

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Jay Godfrey

When my lovely reader Courtney mentioned Jay Godfrey as a potential name for my new interview series, I knew right away I had to check him out! I was hardly prepared to fall in love, however, with his covetable collection of cocktail dresses! Aren't they fabulous? Do check out his Spring 2011 collection as well — to die for!

When my lovely reader Courtney mentioned Jay Godfrey as a potential name for my new interview series, I knew right away I had to check him out! I was hardly prepared to fall in love, however, with his covetable collection of cocktail dresses! Aren't they fabulous? Do check out his Spring 2011 collection as well — to die for!

Python Pillows

How exotic are these python pillows? Textured neutrals are a great way to keep a monochromatic palette aesthetically interesting. My darling reader Annsley from Houston sent me these pictures and I was only too happy to share them with you all! Her sure-to-be-chic home will be featured in the first issue of High Gloss Magazine and her e-commerce site should be up and running soon! If you can't wait another moment to introduce one of her python pillows into your abode, however, simply contact either 4510 in Dallas or Perch in New Orleans. Thank you, Annsley!

How exotic are these python pillows? Textured neutrals are a great way to keep a monochromatic palette aesthetically interesting. My darling reader Annsley from Houston sent me these pictures and I was only too happy to share them with you all! Her sure-to-be-chic home will be featured in the first issue of High Gloss Magazine and her e-commerce site should be up and running soon! If you can't wait another moment to introduce one of her python pillows into your abode, however, simply contact either 4510 in Dallas or Perch in New Orleans. Thank you, Annsley!

& the winner is...

Is the suspense killing you? I thought now would be an appropriate time to introduce 300&65 Ampersands, a tumblr that posted one ampersand every day in 2010. Isn't it such a handsome character? So handsome, in fact, that just last week I ordered an ampersand pillow from Jonathan Adler using his amazing Design Your Own feature. What's that? You'd rather know the winner of the Cory Renee giveaway? Well in that case, drumroll please...

The winner is #44, Shannon of What's Up Whimsy! I will put you in touch with the delightful Cory, who will have your pretty purse off to you in no time. Thank you so much to everyone who entered — you can find (or design your own!) lovely little clutch in Cory's beautiful shop right here!

Is the suspense killing you? I thought now would be an appropriate time to introduce 300&65 Ampersands, a tumblr that posted one ampersand every day in 2010. Isn't it such a handsome character? So handsome, in fact, that just last week I ordered an ampersand pillow from Jonathan Adler using his amazing Design Your Own feature. What's that? You'd rather know the winner of the Cory Renee giveaway? Well in that case, drumroll please...

The winner is #44, Shannon of What's Up Whimsy! I will put you in touch with the delightful Cory, who will have your pretty purse off to you in no time. Thank you so much to everyone who entered — you can find (or design your own!) lovely little clutch in Cory's beautiful shop right here!