Design Diva: Elizabeth Dinkel

I came across an image of one of my favorite bedrooms on pinterest the other day and thought "hmm, I wonder if it leads to the designer's page?" and guess what - it did! For once! Elizabeth Dinkel is a wonderful designer who has a talent for mixing modern elements with antiques to create a classic yet fresh harmony.

Breakin out the Galoshes

It is a cold and rainy day here. I'm thinking once class is over, me + grilled cheese = perfection. 

I'd also love to cozy up in a little nook with a cup of coffee & a good book. Right now, I'm about two pages into the final book in Steig Larsson's trilogy, The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest. If you're looking for a good read, pick these up!

Monday Morning at Home With... Andy & Kate Spade

This is the first in a series of posts I've wanted to do about home tours! Today I'm blogging the fabulous home of the always fabulous Kate Spade. I've always loved her brand and if you've ever seen her stores they ooze style (just like her!)

   

Hair Forecast

I think some ombre hair is in my near future.

 

   

What are your thoughts on this trend?

You'll Be Missed, Steve

Do yourself a favor and watch this video all the way through.

Yesterday, we lost a true visionary. Steve Jobs devoted his company to 'good design' and he spread that to the masses. He quite literally changed the world.

Coffee Table Candy

There are so many books from some of my favorite designers that are coming out this fall! I can't wait to get my hands on them. What eye candy are you looking forward to?

Black and White (and a bit in between) by Celerie Kemble

Live, Love, & Decorate by Martyn Lawrence Bullard

The Joy of Decorating: Southern Style with Mrs. Howard by Phoebe Howard

Sister Parish: American Style by Martin Wood

Exotic Taste: Orientalist Interiors by Emmanuelle Gaillard

Finally Fall

It's a little chilly here this morning. It may be time to switch from iced to hot coffee...