but what will she wear???

All political views aside, this is a very exciting day in the history of our country...I promise I'll get back to interior design tomorrow, but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to talk fashion today! Enjoy! WWD printed an article on the endless design possibilities for Michelle's inaugural gown, here are a few of the options....

Peter Som

Oscar de La Renta

Nicole Miller

Herrera



Michael Kors


Marc Jacobs

Diane Von Furstenberg

In my opinion, Jackie O. was, hands down, the best dresser to ever grace The White House. Her designer was typically, Oleg Cassini, here's a sample of some of her fashionable moments.

This look is very of the moment....

This shade of turquoise is so striking...

Inaugural gowns of the past...

Clinton, 1993.

Pat Nixon, 1970.

Ladybird Johnson and her daughters 1961.

Mamie Eisenhower, 1953.

Eleanor Roosevelt, 1941.

Lincoln, 1865.

How's that for a history lesson?

THE POWER OF A FLOWER...

This flower photograph is the amazing creation of artist Peter Dayton
Add a pop of color and whimsy to a foyer, bathroom or bedroom with Missoni's floral rugs

Fresh cut flowers from your yard, the flower market or your florist are an inexpensive way to bring the beauty of the outdoors in.

Flowers also symbolize hope, peace and beauty.....a perfect sentiment to begin this exciting week in history with, don't you think?

Images: Peter Dayton artwork, Missoni Rug, Domino Mag.

Friday - This week's finds

Have a cozy + warm day..hopefully this deep freeze across the U.S. will end soon, {it's exactly 0' in Boston today} and if you reside in a warmer climate, lucky you ;) !! HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

I'm loving all the White House decor press right now, which administration's design scheme do you love? Cast your vote at Domino. BTW, How lucky is designer, Michael S. Smith?

So the latest is that, hysterically funny, Steve Carell has purchased the Marshfield Hills General Store, a 1/2 from the home where I grew up, word is he's going to revamp the entire building, which surely could use some tlc. When I'm home I'll be sure to take photos and update you on the progress...{I may even drop him a line with my business card, maybe they could use some design direction} hmm that's a thought maybe I could hold some sort of contest....inspiration boards for an old fashioned general store...could be fun, what do you think???

For more see article

Images: top superstock, White House photos via Domino, Boston Globe

Trina Turk's fabulously fun residential line + fabrics + home

Trina's new fabric line for Schumacher....{Oh, to be lounging in that chair right now} see more below.

The young talented style maven started with colorful, graphic, vintage inspired, fashionable frocks...and has now moved on to a hip home line..

Trina's Spring 2009 clothing line

Trina Turk Residential Palm Spring's shop. Oh how I wish T.T. would come to Boston, I won't hold my breath...so L.A. love it!

Trina's rug and pillow line

I was in Schumacher today, so I of course ran right for her new indoor/outdoor line, It's so fun, bright + graphic.

{ I grabbed a few more samples, but they were out of stock}

{Peacock Print in, Punch}

And for those of you who missed her stylishly, chic L.A. home in the July 2007 issue of Elle Decor, here you go...

Images: Trina Turk, Jubella.com, Domino, Elle Decor, July 2007.

Treat yourself...

I adore this Jackie O photograph, wasn't she just stunning?

Jackie Summer 1960, Jacques Lowe

Damien Hirst's work is so cool! Now very expensive but amazing!

Cathedral Print

I love graphic, multi-media pieces like this, they add such a punch + pop to an art wall

Sight Seeing, James Rosenquist

Have you been on artnet lately? If not please do check it out, this reputable web-based auction house is a great place to purchase or learn about famous and up + coming artist's work...

THANK YOU MACKENZIE CARPENTER!

A big thank you to Mackenzie Carpenter from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for mentioning SHELTER in a great article published today, Bloggers offer shelter to fans of decor, design, style. I am very flattered!! Congratulations to the other amazing bloggers mentioned, many of you are listed as my favorites too!! Thanks again!