it won't be for everybody. not even sure if it's entirely for me. but i deeply deeply appreciate the personality injected into this home. i am weary of most decor these days. which is why i rarely ever post it anymore. it's either too formal, too impersonal, too insipid or unattainable.
behold the exact opposite of those things...
the owner hand painted those tiles in the bathroom.
i'd like to spend a night here. maybe christmas eve.
you can read about this home here.
louise tuckwell painting - i love her work so much.
cowboy grass by d.s. & durga - "american sagebrush, flowering white thyme, & prairie switchgrass from the wild western territories. perfect for robbing banks on horseback."
vintage italian black velvet chairs - these are so sick and would work in several decor situations.
floral wallpaper - very approachable. versatile. excellent price.
pendleton blanket - i'm on a kick with these. i like them with florals and ruffles.
silk satin slip dress - i need.
preen floral print silk cushion - obsessed with this whole shebang.
ganni cowboy boots - should i?
crown tables - where the wild things are vibes.
honey sweatshirt - those sleeves. also my daughter's middle name is honey so...
sconce - cool.
chinoiserie chest - i've seen my fair share of chinoiserie bombe chests but this is the prettiest one i've ever laid eyes on. ugh!
chanel nail lacquers - just the best colors. clockwise- chicness - bleu trompeur - fiction
really happy it's september. also fashion weeks starts in 2 days!!!!! i can't wait. expect to see a lot more fashion posts in the coming weeks. now would be a good time to take requests....
fave looks? what i would wear? looks for less? which jeans you need in your closet? high/low options? tell me.
so many sales. so let's focus.
winter is coming. so are family members and holidays. focus on kitchen staples and/or adding a few functional and pretty items to your counter.
3.5 qt. programmable slow cooker - 20% off. sale ends 9/3!
stainless steel nonstick 13" french skillet - a kitchen necessity IMO. 16% off. sale ends 9/3!
3.75 qt staub french oven - chili weather is nigh. 61% off. sale ends 9/3!
3.5 qt pumpkin cocotte- because FALL. 56% off. sale ends 9/3!
artisan series 5 qt tilt-head stand mixer- SIXTY PERCENT OFF! if you needed one/wanted one/someone you know did...now's your chance! sale ends 9/3!
staub ceramic rectangular 2 piece baking dish set- present your casseroles in something that isn't metal and covered in stains. 58% off! sale ends 9/3!
reclaimed teak cutting board. 2 sizes. the epitome of beautiful and functional. 25% off.
lithuanian market stripe tablecloth- just really pretty. 25% off.
braided bread basket - personally i'd put fruit in it. but you do you. sale ends 9/4!
matte black collapsible drying rack- i like the way this looks. again, form and function. sale ends 9/4!
brushed black step trash can- you know...if you wanted a sexy trash can. sale ends 9/4!
dualit 4 slice toaster -always a favorite in the looks department. plus it's an excellent toaster. 20% off plus free shipping. use code FALL at checkout.
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i've let my carb intake exceed my usual limits lately and as a result i have put on 5 lbs. all 5 of which go straight to my boobs (not as great as you might think), arms and gut. the good news is i have lost 2 of those pounds in just 3 days. the bad news is is all i want are those pancakes.
make your own comme de garcons shirt with these patches.
this stuff is great.
who is watching sharp objects? i'm only on the 2nd episode so no spoilers but, it's gooood. creepy and leaves me feeling a little paranoid after it's over but i am completely compelled during. so much to look at and notice.
12 recipes using a can of tuna. i'm down for the roasted red pepper filled with tuna. would make a great lunch.
i'm making these coconut chocolate chip cookies this weekend. they are paleo and use homemade chocolate chips!
i've wanted a pair of loafers for a long time. i never buy them, because dumb. i had a pair in 8th grade that were THE BEST. kind of an oxblood color, made by old maine trotters...a tassel. they upgraded my preppy vibe by a zillion. i've not had a pair since. my tastes have changed a bit and i clearly have a new type: black, a bit of a heel, maybe a dash of hardware. i love them with shorts, skirts, jeans, dresses, no socks and with socks. basically anything.
i've rounded up some of my faves...from high ($$$) to somewhere in the middle ($$-$$$). the thing is i think a loafer is more or less an everyday shoe so in the name of practicality it has to be comfy. so probably not cheap. but maybe not gucci money either because they'd probably be worn to death. and who wants to scuff the gucci? although i'm certainly debating these.
did you know that grace coddington and her partner, hairstylist didier malige have a long island retreat filled with all the things? read about it here.
i'm particularly impressed with the kitchen and want to see more. it appears to be modern with euro touches- my fave. my dream. i have loved all things le fanion for a while and couldn't be more pleased with seeing their tiles against the fresh wood cabinetry.
also love the wall of cat photography and the slipcovered george sherlock sofas. but really let's face it- i love everything. even the dusty steiff cat collection (small fortune) on the ledges.
what you'll need....
grace painting / plaid throw / sofa / rug / coffee table / steiff black cat / primitive wooden box / leopard pillow / white cat andirons / million dollar cowboy bar print / le fanion tiles / antique mickey figure / girl with cat painting / bayreuth lobster pitcher / candelabra / woman in hat portrait / french cat portrait / vintage pillowcases / pendleton blanket / antique chest of drawers