Category Archives: design

Week Forty: Moontree Letterpress

Moontree Letterpress designer/printer Rebecca Kutys consistently turns out simple yet impeccable letterpress work from her studio in Bucks County, PA. The details in Rebecca’s designs shine thanks to all of the white space. As an avid follower of the Moontree Letterpress blog (and Twitter, and Instagram: I’ve gone “all in”), my personal favorite is the Arborteum Collection and […]

Week Thirty-eight: When Objects Work

I recently spent a day walking Maison et Objet, and a favorite find was Belgian company When Objects Work. Director/founder Beatrice de Lafontaine collaborates with well-known architects and designers to develop home accessories that are simple and beautiful, but also functional. Among my favorites are John Pawson’s tableware and Vincent Van Duysen’s wooden bowl (both […]

Week Thirty-six: Stuff I Love / September 2013

A few of the things I’ve been obsessing over as we head into fall: “Bea” sweater from The Row: a featherweight option (in a cashmere/silk blend) for this season’s cozy fisherman’s sweater trend. Timeless. Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment (Cherry): the latest color in the Fresh lip balm line not only moisturizes, but gives your lips […]

Week Thirty-four: Austin Press Stamps

As I adore the look and charm of wax seals, I would love to figure out a to incorporate one into my simplepretty branding. These sweet French school-inspired rubber stamps from Austin Press fit my aesthetic, and of course, I love the packaging. Wondering: do you think the sizing will work with wax? (Also: will I […]

Week Thirty-two: Verso Skincare

When you need to simplify, finding a beautiful way to do so is immensely rewarding. I wanted to find a new skincare routine after my long-time favorite changed the formula, but bathroom space is now at a premium. Enter Verso skincare. I love that the line has only five products (I find the less products […]