Never in a million years would I have thought I’d blog about children’s prescription eyewear (or cupcakes for that matter!). But you’ve got to see this line of French (mais oui!) eyeglasses and sunglasses for kids 3 to 10 years old. The design and merchandising by Very French Gangsters founders Karoline Bothorel-Bolzinger and Masanet Anne is brilliant. No more nerdy kids in glasses; these are just too cool. Wish I could have a pair!
Images via Very French Gangsters, post inspired by KNSTRCT.
I recently came upon the work of textile sculptor and fiber artist Lenore Tawney and photos of her home/studio. I was awed by her “inner devotion to living and working wholly” and how that quest resonates in her work. Her 4000 sq.ft. loft in Manhattan went up for sale at the end of last year. It was decided it would be best to leave it as it was, a preserved and semi-raw space filled with her large- and small-scaled works, until it was passed on to the new owner. Her quest for freedom drove her work. Hoping you find that in your endeavors this week.
Her studio in 2011, staged as a gallery of Lenore's work for its sale.
Her studio as it was in 1994, 13 years before her passing at 100 years old.
Posted in fiber arts, industrial lofts, Lenore Tawney, New York loft
Tagged fiber art, industrial, mid-century modern, textiles art
Some very cool, eclectic seating areas today. I’m so inspired by all the elements of each one. Concrete walls with ancient paintings, kilims for valences, lucite tables and stripes, vintage modern stye everywhere, and that large leather pouf! Plus the fabulous seating, of course. Enjoy!
Images via Bohemian Wornest, A Well Traveled Woman, Solid Frog, Despire to Inspire, The Brick House and Casa Sugar.
Posted in seating design, vintage modern
Tagged antiques, design mix, eclectic interiors, mid-century modern, vintage seating
Some eye candy for you today. These gorgeous “wow!” chandeliers make these spaces even more fabulous and fun. Be a little daring in your design thoughts this week. Look how perfect the results can be!
Images via Planete Deco and Greige.
Posted in Cherner chairs, danish modern, design mix, lighting
Tagged eclectic interiors, home decor, lighting, rustic modern
I have a few favorite photographers whose portfolios take my breath away, like Ditte Isager, and now Idha Lindhag. Idha Lindhag is an amazing Swedish photographer who captures interiors for the likes of Elle Decor and Casa Vogue. I wanted to share these luscious spaces that she shot so perfectly. Hope these images inspire your week with ideas in blue and green, and for creating a beautiful atmosphere in your home. Have a wonderful week!
Images via Idha Lindhag Photographer.
A window seat is usually the best seat in the house. For me, there is no stricter definition than window + cushion for tuckus. Throw in soft linen pillows or a fuzzy throw, a good book and beverage, and the atmosphere outside, and the comfort is complete. It’s an especially wonderful place to be when the seasons are changing, or when you can watch the buzz on a city street below. Here are some heavenly window seats that I hope will spark a vision for a window seat in your future. A hotel in Paris? A cabin in the mountains? Your own cozy home? Happy Thursday!
Posted in dining room, living room, vintage modern, window seats
Tagged design mix, eclectic interiors, home decor, modern, vintage modern, window seats
Harriet Anstruther is a designer with epic style, as you can see here via her own home that so perfectly highlights her belief that interiors be “antiformula”. Makes my heart skip a beat. About the white walls, Harriet says ““clarity keeps me calm … I like the architecture to be the story,” adding that white allows you to “see the silhouette.”” Hope this inspires you to seek calm and clarity within your surroundings this week, with any and all colors that bring serenity to your space!
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