Inspired by the delightful project over at The Paris Apartment where readers are sending in photos of their vanities including perfume collections, mirrors and antiques; I wanted to post this gorgeous picture of Olivia Wilde's closet. The 19th-century vanity is exqusite!
Last summer I spent several weeks in Turkey and gazed at the incredible boats that would leisurely float on the Mediterranean.
I only had this In Style magazine with me the entire trip and fell in love with this spread.
Alberta purchased an old icebreaker and refurbished it to make it her own ~ adding an electric sunroof over the dining table, a Turkish bath and seashell sconces. It is a dream! She drops anchor in Cannes every year for the film festival and throws lavish theme parties all over the world ~ I'll accept an invite anytime!
Today is my birthday and I have to say I just love birthdays! I love the nostalgia and taking the time for reflection but it's also a moment to set new goals ~ aim for the stars!
My birthday present to myself. Sweet perfume, Miss Dior Cherie and maybe a cupcake or two. And perhaps this Dior Haute Couture gown as well ... while I lounge and eat my cupcakes.
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! The days were misty here and I spent the stormy nights at some awe inspiring live shows.
Last night was Lykke Li at Sound Academy and she rocked it out! She already had my heart but after that performance she is my new obsession. Her stage presence is magnetic and I couldn't take my eyes off of her. Her hip-hop influence shines through (especially considering she did a wicked cover of Lil' Wayne's "A Milli") and the electro-pop magic of her high energy hits had the entire crowd dancing. Lykke was born to be on stage and brings completely different elements to her songs live than what you hear on her album. If you can catch one of her shows, I highly recommend it!
Brooklyn's own St. Vincent at The Horseshoe Tavern was a show not to be missed. Annie Clark's impressive guitar playing and vocals enveloped the space and her band's woodwinds and drums made for perfectly woven sounds that are beautifully melodic. Her newest album 'Actor' was inspired by her favourite movies and has an in depth, cinematic feel that leaves you feeling like you took a journey along the yellow brick road.
These are from Sam Taylor-Wood's Self Portrait series "Suspended." The photos themselves have a strong emotive quality on their own but when I read the story behind them it struck my heart chord. Sam has battled both breast and colon cancer and created the Suspended series to represent her fight against these diseases. The freedom, strength and vulnerability in the photos remind me of some incredible women I know who've battled cancer.
A Parisian Boudoir ~ I can only imagine the view!
I have always been drawn to lavender accents in decor. It feels so fresh and sweet in the summer months but is cozy and comforting in the winter. I also love the wallpaper and mirror above ~ simply stunning!
{2 photos above courtesy of This is Glamorous}
Lauren Dukoff is a photographer who has spent the last few years following around Devendra Banhart and other musicians/artists (who are also friends of hers) photographing them during performance and play.
These photos have been compiled into a book titled "Family." I've always been drawn to the idea of our chosen family and surrounding ourselves with those who we can draw inspiration from. In Sanskrit they call it a 'kula,' your chosen family, close-knit circle and/or community.
I am a huge fan of all of these musicians and their genius creativity. I need to live in Laurel Canyon and spend some sunny days sketching, hiking and listening to 'Cripple Crow'. This book captures the artistic kula of these inspired musicians including the likes of Banhart, Joanna Newsom, Vetiver, Bat for Lashes, Feathers, Vashti Bunyan and many more.
