Noteworthy Cover

{What better way to begin your week than with these bright and cheerful photographs from famed photographer Ellen von Unwerth... Happy Monday!}

(Source, Mina Cvetkovic, Heloise Guerin and Lais Oliveria by Ellen von Unwerth for Vogue US Beauty June 10 via Models)

Carrie's TV Cabinet in Sex In the City II

A couple of people have contacted us about the TV cabinet/desk in Carrie and Big's apartment so we thought we'd tell you where you can get it.  It is designed by Thomas O'Brien for Hickory Chair and it's called the Hailings Secretary.  




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Carrie's Bed in Sex in The City II

Did you see Sex In the City II this past weekend? We thought it wasn't as bad as the reviews said it was... Seriously, don't you think the critics take this movie a bit too literally?  After all, the movie is all about the clothes and the fantasies...

Anyway, did you like the bed in Carrie's and Big's apartment? We do. And we know exactly where to get it too.

The bed is made by Vanguard Furniture and you can see it here (it is shown as tufted but it's an optional feature.  You can get it untufted plain as shown in the movie.  The nail heads can be changed to polished nickel  as well).

The fabric, which is what made the bed, is by Kravet Couture and it's called Velvet Gate, pattern number 29868.  Shown in the movie in black/white, it is also available in other colorways. The fabric is a linen/velvet combination. Very, very pretty in person.  You'd love it.

The fabric is priced at $149/yard but you can get it for $104/yard at the Kravet fabric section on our site. Enter the pattern number "29868" (the quotation marks is recommended for precise search) and you can see all the colorways available.

Gorgeous Beach Shell Chandelier from Currey

We're crazy about this new beach shell chandelier from Currey & Co. Isn't it marvelous? Can you see this with a white linen couch and white-washed floor? You'll need a very high ceiling though. This chandelier is huge!

The size is 37rd x 64h and the price is $5750 including shipping, a little expensive, perhaps, but oh it's so worth it.

This will be posted on our Currey Chandeliers section soon so please check back for more info.

Weekend Signoff + And a Fantasy Getaway

{the ultimate fantasy getaway... a fabulously glorious editorial.  Hoping your weekend is absolutely spectacular, xoxo}

(Source, L'Officiel Paris June/July 10 via Cartoon Styles)

Designers We Love

With the death of so many design magazines of late, we thought we'd share with you some of our favorite designers' web sites.  They are full of beautiful photographs and great ideas that you can steal :)

Note:  Click on link to go to the designer's web site.

Jan Showers-Soft, pretty designs.

Kelly Hoppen-simple, modern, luxurious designs.  Muted colors, simple lines.

Orla Collins: Modern, luxurious.  Simply divine.

Rabih Hage-Scrumptious, luxurious. Rich colors, modern lines.  Marvelous details.

Nini Andrade Silva- Zen, modern.  Ethnic.

Michael Reeves-Simply divine!  Mostly modern but some traditional too...

Let us know if you like this list and we'll make it a regular feature in our blog in the future.

Ultra Cool Barstool

We're digging this new barstool from Nuevo. Look at the base. Isn't it the coolest ever?

The barstool comes in black, brown and white leather. The base is made of solid stainless steel. It sells for $400/each.

Inspiration: {An Editorial}

{the first photograph is not my favourite, but it is certainly captivating, which is why I placed it first... her smile is infectious}

(Source, Stylist Karl Kempler for Vogue Italia May 2010 via design relevant)

Inspiration: {Two Lovely Bedrooms}

{Friday! I hope your day is fantastic...}

(Source, Red Glasses edited by Simply Seductive)

{p.s. Have received so many lovely comments this week... thank you!}

noa noa

: : there's something about this image that just mesmerizes me. beautiful. 
 and there's lots more where it came from, visit noa noa to be inspired.

(via .house doctor's blog.)

IKEA Family Live

 : : ah, my new favorite place to be in cyberspace is of course IKEA Family's new website .LIVE. where real people around the world share stories and photos of their homes. A wonderful way to travel around the world and peek into people's homes.

(found via .House Doctor's blog.)

Inspiration: {Hints of Red}

(Source, Image 1) Heaven, Image 2) Kate Moss by Mario Testino), Image 3) Natalie Portman by Annie Leibovitz via Lovely Clusters)

{p.s. thank you Simply Luxurious for this lovely award}

Color Inspiration: {Shades of Pink}

{a random collection of photographs... the common factor? a subtle hint of pink}


(Source, Difabulous)

(Source, Imgfave.)

(Source, From the Right Bank.)

(Source, Sacremento Street.)

(Source, You Look Older, I can tell by your hands.)

(Source, Aubrey Road.)

(Source, Isabeli Fontana for W Jewelry US 04 Nathaniel Goldberg via TFS (mirik))

(Source, Flickr.)

(Source, Flickr.)