I love books that unlock desires. Books that show me places I don’t have access to, living in suburbia. That’s why I’m completely enthralled with Lotta Jansdotter’s latest book, Open Studios. Just released, it’s a behind-the-scenes tour into 24 artists’ spaces, full of beautiful photography, interviews and anecdotes. I found myself nodding my head in […]
Wedding Style Guide’s Summer issue features a fantastic party celebrating Australia Day. One glance at the color scheme tells you it would translate quite readily to a Memorial Day or Fourth of July party here in the US. (Living in the Midwest, I am champing at the bit for outdoor living season.) Barbeque, fizzy drinks, […]
I’m continually drawn to simple, well-designed utilitarian items. Inklore offers a plethora of said goods. The everywhere tote is a timeless carryall (and charming in grey and white), and I think the Horizon clutch would be the perfect grab-and-go essentials bag. Inklore’s designer, Sam Hirst, is also affiliated with online (and Los Gatos!) shop Post […]
We recently spent a cold, rainy weekend in San Francisco (I always bring rain with me when I travel). One of my must-see, must-eat-at stops was Tyler Florence’s new restaurant, Wayfare Tavern, and so undaunted, we headed over on our first night in town. Designed by Tyler Florence and Lori Yeomans, it’s a gorgeous space: […]
February 9, 2011 – 5:00 am
I don’t know about you, but with the winter weather we’ve been having, I am more than ready for spring and summer and all things outdoors again. While I wait, I find myself picking up Lulu Powers‘ cookbook, Food to Flowers, over and over and dreaming about the parties I wish I were at! It’s […]
