Inspired - Home of the week, Minnie Mortimer

 

I can't help but save "inspiring" images for my future cottage by the sea. I'm getting ready for a change, so my head is spinning with fresh ideas. These recent photos from a Vogue article on fashion designer Minnie Mortimer's Malibu home stopped me in my tracks. I mean WOW, this home spoke to me. I love that she channels a West Coast meets East Coast vibe. Her home is unpredictable and welcoming but in a fabulously chic way. I'm personally drawn to a casually, glamorous way of living myself. It not only suits my tastes but also my evolving lifestyle. This quote sorts of sums her style up perfectly: My last question can’t flummox Mortimer, either. “Are you a T-shirt girl or an evening-gown girl?” I inquire. “Both!” she hollers. “I cover a lot of ground in my life. Besides, there’s nothing I love more than a costume change." I couldn't agree more! (and can only dream of wearing evening gowns)



How wonderful are the walls of books in her home?

Photographed by Claiborne Swanson Frank, Images: Vogue

Loving..

I have a thing for pom-poms and matte gold. The two together? adorable..How cute are these party shoes from Boden? {and they're not off the charts expensive}.

Down "with it"

Whether your down with Kelly's style or not {I personally think she's one step ahead of everyone, her avant garde way of thinking can be bit contagious} I think her rug selections {older and newer} are always PERFECT! Seriously, I can't find one I don't like..............

Images: Via, Hue - Kelly Wearstler, Modern Glamour - Kelly Wearstler, KWID. most scanned by Shelter.

Style File's...snapshot



Illustration by Lulu Dk

I just returned from two small installations! They both went very well {thank god}. Sorry for the late post. I promise to return with lots of goodies soon...In the meantime be sure to check out my "Style File" post over at La Dolce Vita today!! Thanks for having me Paloma!

here is a peek from Paloma's post, some of my favorite things:

Fabric: Quadrille's Alan Campbell and China Seas line. I also find Lulu Dk very inspiring, her collages and art work are genius!

Favorite Food : French Bistro - Bistro Cooking at home is one of my all time favorite cook books, every recipe I have ever made is AMAZING!

One {among a few} Fashion Icons - Grace Kelly. I am loving the 50's-60's inspired clothing this Fall. Add a bit of an edge to the outfit and you're all set!

Hope you're having a great day!



Bedroom Image: Veranda, April 2010

Classic Whites

I adore the simplicity of a classic white shirt, paired with like color shorts, skirts or jeans, it's really all you need! {her hair is adorable too - I may have to bring this photo to my next hair appointment}

You know a look works,{especially on J.O.} when a photo from the 60's is still fabulous!

Add a "have to, have it" kind of summer bag like this Tory Burch version pictured above + you've completed the look - classic + chic!

Have a great weekend - Stay Cool!

images: garance dore, Tory Burch, Jack Rogers, apartment #34

Loving..

Turned wooden lamps - in a causally chic kind of way..

This lamp is named Colby {my son's name} - It was a possibility for my living room, the name might of sealed the deal, plus it will work well on the credenza I am designing for the television. Arteriors Home.

Cottage and Bungalow

Wisteria {pictured above}

Ballard Designs