Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Nina Ricci Spring/Summer 2012






I've been looking back over the Spring collections and cannot stop thinking about Nina Ricci. It's all so beautiful, but that floral printed dress with matching pointed toe pumps? perfection. gimme. 

Let's Design Together

Today I'd like to show you the next round of items that arrived for the office. (Here was the progress we made last week in case you are following along.)
I loved your notes on this project last week- hope you enjoy what I have added!


The next few items I brought into my office space include this vintage Louis chair (above) that I picked up at an antique shop in Chadds Ford, PA. It was set outside of the shop, calling me in as I passed by. I had it refinished to a high gloss white but kept the taupe fabric. I had to beg the women to refinish it b/c they didn't want it too be white. I won the battle.



I LOVE the marco console that the blog readers chose from bungalow 5.
It's small in a good way, and the nail heads make such a statement.
I put it in the empty space under the mirrors, and yes you can see the vent, 
but we'll cover that eventually.

I grabbed this desk from good old ikea. I really like a glass top desk.

The working space is coming along! I hope you enjoy seeing all of the items together finally.

So far: rugs, screen, console, desk, chair

Monday, October 10, 2011

While working on a new illustration last week, I spotted his pretty ponytail at Caroline's Mode.
Here are some products Lindsay and I think can get you the simple look perfected at home.

p.s.) Thank you SO much for the sweet notes and comments on the new Ralph Lauren project. I was equally thrilled to be asked to be a part of this one- have been a fan of the brand for years.

Friday, October 7, 2011

jewelry: Gemma Redux
Photos: Elie Saab

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Dallas Shaw, Ralph Lauren and Paperless Post


As most of you know, I pride myself on working for the very best in fashion. Many of you read this blog daily to view my fashion inspiration, but my full time job includes illustrating for the best in the fashion industry. I am so pleased to share my latest project, in collaboration with Ralph Lauren & Paperless post.


 Ralph Lauren and Paperless Post are pleased to announce the first ever Pink Pony Hope Card Line.

Together they have asked me, along with Blair Eadie, Heather Clawson & Katie Armour, to design a card. Each card reflects our personal style with a special message of hope. Additionally, each has a click to donate function to the Pink Pony Fund. I am so proud to be a part of this project.


To view the entire collection and send a Pink Pony Hope Card , click here.
I hope you'll support this cause and I truly hope you enjoy the artwork. 
Please share this with friends in fashion.




With a focus on breast cancer, the Pink Pony Fund of the Polo Ralph Lauren Foundation supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. If you are interested in making a donation to the Pink Pony Fund please click here

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Giveaway- from Gorjana and Dallas Shaw

These past few months have been wild! I have taken on SO many new projects and new blog readers. I am thrilled as always to have you all reading, so today I have a thank you from myself, and from my friends at Gorjana.
I was introduced to Gorjana last year when I came across some wrap bracelets of theirs. I checked back this year and found even more bracelets that ended up on my wish list. 

This harbor chain bracelet is my current favorite. I love to layer my jewelry as my clothing gets layered, and I always start with a chunky bracelet. Today, we are giving one away! Simply visit the Gorjana site, and leave a comment below sharing what you favorite must have is. 
(as always, extra entries by tweeting anything at all about this blog.
I love your support in spreading the word.)

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Let's Design Together: Layla Grace

For new readers, a few months ago we began a project to design my own little office, one piece at a time. The rugs got held up and were back ordered for a few month  (I am blaming this on your fabulous taste). They are here now and we are ready to share step by step photo of decorating the office!!
For those of you decorating a space at home- please feel free to follow along and share your opinions and experiences as well. I would love to know if you are following along or taking inspiration from our project.

Here we go! It all began with an empty room and a screen.
Layla Grace was the first company to suggest an item.
They suggested a few screens- and you voted on this gold one. Meg then suggested we find a few gold gilded mirrors to fill the space next to the screen...
The following week, I let all of the readers vote on rugs. We ended up with these two
 First of all thank you for choosing this unique jute with chevron details. You know how I adore chevron. This one came from here.
A metallic cowhide is layered on top to keep the same neutral tone, but add a mix of texture.

Feel free to follow along and decorate with us! Hope you like the space so far!

Monday, October 3, 2011

Monday Makeup inspiration

How to get the look: Chantecaille, Dior, Cle de Peau, Bobbi Brown
Thanks Lindsay for sharing favorite product!