505 Square Feet

Does anyone else remember this teeny tiny Swedish apartment featured on Desire to Inspire last year? I'm always so inspired by people who make the most of small spaces, whether with white walls and pared down furnishings or mirrored surfaces and effective storage. The wallpapered room divider is so chic! Do you think you could survive in 505 square feet?

Does anyone else remember this teeny tiny Swedish apartment featured on Desire to Inspire last year? I'm always so inspired by people who make the most of small spaces, whether with white walls and pared down furnishings or mirrored surfaces and effective storage. The wallpapered room divider is so chic! Do you think you could survive in 505 square feet?

With Bated Breath

Words cannot describe my excitement for the January launch of Matchbook Magazine! I find daily inspiration in the blogs of Katie Armour, Jane Lilly Warren, and Fallon Hogerty and, if these photos from their recent trek to New York are any indication of what's to come, I have no doubt that their collective effort will knock my socks off. Until then, I'll be content to follow their adventures on Facebook and Twitter in anticipation of the big day!

Words cannot describe my excitement for the January launch of Matchbook Magazine! I find daily inspiration in the blogs of Katie Armour, Jane Lilly Warren, and Fallon Hogerty and, if these photos from their recent trek to New York are any indication of what's to come, I have no doubt that their collective effort will knock my socks off. Until then, I'll be content to follow their adventures on Facebook and Twitter in anticipation of the big day!

I've Been A Busy Bee...

...because I also dreamt up a little gift guide for A Lovely Escape! Audrey explained to me that she and her boyfriend exchange gifts by category:

* Something you want

* Something you need

* Something you wear

* Something you read

...which I thought is just brilliant! So brilliant, in fact, that it's how my boyfriend and I will be doing our holiday shopping this year. Thank you, Audrey, for having me and for the inspiration you've imparted! Please go check out my sparkly picks for each category. 

...because I also dreamt up a little gift guide for A Lovely Escape! Audrey explained to me that she and her boyfriend exchange gifts by category:

* Something you want

* Something you need

* Something you wear

* Something you read

...which I thought is just brilliant! So brilliant, in fact, that it's how my boyfriend and I will be doing our holiday shopping this year. Thank you, Audrey, for having me and for the inspiration you've imparted! Please go check out my sparkly picks for each category. 

Design Darling & The Feast!

I am so honored to be appearing over at The Feast with a handful of holiday gift picks today! The Feast is a website run by NBC that directs readers to the hottest spots to eat, shop, and play in their cities and it has been so much fun to collaborate with them on this little project! Please go check it out and do stay tuned to see what else we've got up our sleeves ;)

I am so honored to be appearing over at The Feast with a handful of holiday gift picks today! The Feast is a website run by NBC that directs readers to the hottest spots to eat, shop, and play in their cities and it has been so much fun to collaborate with them on this little project! Please go check it out and do stay tuned to see what else we've got up our sleeves ;)

Jetset Style

While I love seeing photos of red carpet attire, I have to admit I have way more fun looking at pictures of my favorite starlets' street style. After all, it's far more attainable — most of us have little use for floor-length gowns in our day-to-day lives! These airport photos of Cameron Diaz, Miranda Kerr, Rachel Bilson, and Victoria Beckham are perfect outfit inspiration for those of you who will be traveling for the holidays. Think lots of layers, easy-to-remove shoes, and a carry-on filled with unread magazines!

{All photos via my very favorite celebrity stalking blog, Day Old News}

While I love seeing photos of red carpet attire, I have to admit I have way more fun looking at pictures of my favorite starlets' street style. After all, it's far more attainable — most of us have little use for floor-length gowns in our day-to-day lives! These airport photos of Cameron Diaz, Miranda Kerr, Rachel Bilson, and Victoria Beckham are perfect outfit inspiration for those of you who will be traveling for the holidays. Think lots of layers, easy-to-remove shoes, and a carry-on filled with unread magazines!

{All photos via my very favorite celebrity stalking blog, Day Old News}

Blake Lively in Lanvin

I could design a whole house around the palette of Blake Lively's breathtaking Lanvin gown. Pony brown accents on slate gray, stormy blue draping, and just a hint of sparkle at the neckline... My wheels are turning!

I could design a whole house around the palette of Blake Lively's breathtaking Lanvin gown. Pony brown accents on slate gray, stormy blue draping, and just a hint of sparkle at the neckline... My wheels are turning!

Gift Guide {The Sky's The Limit}

A scrumptious selection well worth the splurge:

{Pieces Chrome Tufted Chair, $1400}
{The New Traditionalists Side Table No. 12, $1695}
{Kate Spade Head In The Sand Melinda Bag, $425}
{Diane von Furstenberg Davis Shoes, $330}
{Jonathan Adler Bond Desk, $2750}

{Public J7 Bicycle, $495}
{Jonathan Adler Georgia Lamp, $550}

A scrumptious selection well worth the splurge:

{Pieces Chrome Tufted Chair, $1400}
{The New Traditionalists Side Table No. 12, $1695}
{Kate Spade Head In The Sand Melinda Bag, $425}
{Diane von Furstenberg Davis Shoes, $330}
{Jonathan Adler Bond Desk, $2750}

{Public J7 Bicycle, $495}
{Jonathan Adler Georgia Lamp, $550}

Haven Vintage

{Vintage Brass Quail, $12}

{Vintage Milk Glass Pedestal Bowl, $29}

{Vintage Large Glass Apothecary Jar, $22}

{Vintage Plaster Scottie Dog, $18}

{Vintage Onyx Bookends, $44}

I'm so excited to introduce you all to my newest sponsor, Haven Vintage! Owner and curator Colleen is a total sweetheart who describes her gorgeous home decor offerings as "simple, stylish, casual, vintage!" Indeed her shop is brimming with antique brass figurines (like the darling little quail above!) and charming milk glass finds. Vintage lamps and matching bookends are all reasonably priced as well. Affordable, charming, and undeniably chic, Haven Vintage is the perfect place for "one for you, two for me" holiday shopping!

{Vintage Brass Quail, $12}

{Vintage Milk Glass Pedestal Bowl, $29}

{Vintage Large Glass Apothecary Jar, $22}

{Vintage Plaster Scottie Dog, $18}

{Vintage Onyx Bookends, $44}

I'm so excited to introduce you all to my newest sponsor, Haven Vintage! Owner and curator Colleen is a total sweetheart who describes her gorgeous home decor offerings as "simple, stylish, casual, vintage!" Indeed her shop is brimming with antique brass figurines (like the darling little quail above!) and charming milk glass finds. Vintage lamps and matching bookends are all reasonably priced as well. Affordable, charming, and undeniably chic, Haven Vintage is the perfect place for "one for you, two for me" holiday shopping!

Caitlin McGauley

I've said it before but I'll say it again: Caitlin McGauley rocks my world! You may recognize her watercolors from the pages of Lonny Magazine, but did you know that she also paints Watercolor Wednesdays for the Lonny blog? It's the perfect way to get your fix between issues ;) How striking are her portraits of fashion icon Iris Apfel and Vogue editor Hamish Bowles? They're the perfect start to a new week!

I've said it before but I'll say it again: Caitlin McGauley rocks my world! You may recognize her watercolors from the pages of Lonny Magazine, but did you know that she also paints Watercolor Wednesdays for the Lonny blog? It's the perfect way to get your fix between issues ;) How striking are her portraits of fashion icon Iris Apfel and Vogue editor Hamish Bowles? They're the perfect start to a new week!

Gift Guide {All The Trimmings}

Design is in the details! 

Here are a few icing-on-the-cake additions to your seasonal celebration:

{Paper Source Polar Bear Wrapping Paper, $2.50 - $7.95}

{Kate's Paperie Washi Masking Tape, $5 each}

{Amazon 50 Clear Lights, $6.99}

{The Container Store Self-Adhesive Marabou Embellishment, $2.50 each}

{Every Jot & Tittle One Word Tags, $4 for twelve}

{Kate's Paperie Signature Red Ribbon, $1.98}

{Paper Source Gold Glitter Gift Boxes, $11.50 - $17}

{Ma Joie Press Letterpress Christmas Card, $3}


P.S. Blogging twice a day has been great so let's up the ante! I'm going to start blogging {at least} three times a day — sometimes just a picture or two to say hello and keep you coming back for more! Follow me on Twitter to keep up with new posts!

Design is in the details! 

Here are a few icing-on-the-cake additions to your seasonal celebration:

{Paper Source Polar Bear Wrapping Paper, $2.50 - $7.95}

{Kate's Paperie Washi Masking Tape, $5 each}

{Amazon 50 Clear Lights, $6.99}

{The Container Store Self-Adhesive Marabou Embellishment, $2.50 each}

{Every Jot & Tittle One Word Tags, $4 for twelve}

{Kate's Paperie Signature Red Ribbon, $1.98}

{Paper Source Gold Glitter Gift Boxes, $11.50 - $17}

{Ma Joie Press Letterpress Christmas Card, $3}


P.S. Blogging twice a day has been great so let's up the ante! I'm going to start blogging {at least} three times a day — sometimes just a picture or two to say hello and keep you coming back for more! Follow me on Twitter to keep up with new posts!

Semi-Sheer

I love these flirty looks that combine sheer and solid blacks. There's something about the simple shape, the sheer overlay, and her unfussy black peep-toes that makes Selma Blair's look my favorite, though I do love Jessica Biel's bow! Which look is your favorite?

Happy weekend, everyone!

I love these flirty looks that combine sheer and solid blacks. There's something about the simple shape, the sheer overlay, and her unfussy black peep-toes that makes Selma Blair's look my favorite, though I do love Jessica Biel's bow! Which look is your favorite?

Happy weekend, everyone!

Sugar Paper

I'm swooning over the custom stationery in new-to-me Sugar Paper's portfolio. Raspberry envelopes, gold type, polka dot liners, scalloped edges... Design is in the details!

I'm swooning over the custom stationery in new-to-me Sugar Paper's portfolio. Raspberry envelopes, gold type, polka dot liners, scalloped edges... Design is in the details!

Kate Powers

I'm head over heels for these new additions to the stunning portfolio of photographer Kate Powers. I love the model's subdued makeup and coral manicure, not to mention the Rothko paintings surrounding her. Don't even get me started on her polka dot skirt — to die for!

I'm head over heels for these new additions to the stunning portfolio of photographer Kate Powers. I love the model's subdued makeup and coral manicure, not to mention the Rothko paintings surrounding her. Don't even get me started on her polka dot skirt — to die for!

Quote Du Jour

{Photo via Coco+Kelley and quote via La Dolce Vita}

{Photo via Coco+Kelley and quote via La Dolce Vita}

Desk Du Jour

I'm thinking my efforts to write final papers today would be more effective if I could write them in an office like Miss Kelly Wearstler's! Bright yellow walls, huge abstract art, the most awesome modern desk, and crazy cool pink chairs... It's a far cry from my outpost in Starbucks!

I'm thinking my efforts to write final papers today would be more effective if I could write them in an office like Miss Kelly Wearstler's! Bright yellow walls, huge abstract art, the most awesome modern desk, and crazy cool pink chairs... It's a far cry from my outpost in Starbucks!

Gift Guide {Stocking Stuffers}

A carefully curated collection to remind you that good things come in small packages.

Clockwise from top left: 

{Pieces Clear Dome Umbrella, $20}

{Kate Spade Camelia Avenue Posey Vase, $25}

{Kate Spade "Take The Cake" Idiom Bangle, $28}

{Chronicle Books One-Line-A-Day Five-Year Memory Book, $17}

{Iomoi Matches, $12 for two}

{Barnes & Noble Pink Leather 2011 Planner, $14}

{The Vamoose Turquoise Horn Necklace, $19}

{Beau Ideal "Hi" Cards, $4 for two}

A carefully curated collection to remind you that good things come in small packages.

Clockwise from top left: 

{Pieces Clear Dome Umbrella, $20}

{Kate Spade Camelia Avenue Posey Vase, $25}

{Kate Spade "Take The Cake" Idiom Bangle, $28}

{Chronicle Books One-Line-A-Day Five-Year Memory Book, $17}

{Iomoi Matches, $12 for two}

{Barnes & Noble Pink Leather 2011 Planner, $14}

{The Vamoose Turquoise Horn Necklace, $19}

{Beau Ideal "Hi" Cards, $4 for two}

Seasonal Sparkle

Just a little gold and silver to brighten your Tuesday afternoon! It's my last day of classes for the semester and I'm certainly in need of a little sleep sparkle myself.

Just a little gold and silver to brighten your Tuesday afternoon! It's my last day of classes for the semester and I'm certainly in need of a little sleep sparkle myself.

Window Seats

{Sharon Mimran}

 

{Grant K. Gibson}

{Justin Bernhaut}

A window seat is definitely on the list of requirements for my dream home. I love everything about the first space: white walls, herringbone floors, and gorgeous bay windows. Do you like window seats? Which of these spaces is your favorite?

{Sharon Mimran}

 

{Grant K. Gibson}

{Justin Bernhaut}

A window seat is definitely on the list of requirements for my dream home. I love everything about the first space: white walls, herringbone floors, and gorgeous bay windows. Do you like window seats? Which of these spaces is your favorite?