HAPPY (GOLDEN) WEEKEND!

I'm so excited that my girl Bri is heading up to Seattle this weekend for blogshop!! In her honor... let's make it a very golden yellow weekend (it's her favorite color)...


The sun is shining and it's Friday!! Be happy people! PS - that collage of artwork above? Screaming for me to DIY it for the apartment. I think I'm gonna have to try it... in shades of green!

Enjoy a fabulous weekend!

*images here and here

OBSESSED: THE PERFECT SPRING BOOTIE

I think we all know I'm a huge fan of classic black and white. I also happen to love anything linen. And if I can't put it in my house, then you bet your bootie I'm going to wear it!


(Get it? Bootie? I know. I'm hilarious.) How fun are the striped soles?? The piping makes it perfection.

*white linen bootie by alejandra g.

FROM FANTASY TO FÊTE: VALENTINE'S CRAFTERNOON

Bonjour mes chéris! Camille Styles here, and with Valentine's Day less than two weeks away, it's time to start thinking about how we're going to demonstrate our affections...

Why not invite the girls for an afternoon of sweets, bubbly and bonding over Valentine's crafting in requisite shades of scarlet and rose? Break out the scissors, glue, sequins, pipe cleaners, glitter, paint, washi tape and rubber stamps, and let the creative juices flow as you craft some cards to put a smile on your sweetie's (or bestie's!) face. A few little lovelies to make this party come to life:

1. heart matches 2. heart shaped balloons, Mignon 3. XO s'mores, Williams-Sonoma 4. Shakespear's Love Sonnets, Terrain 5. baker's twine, whisker graphics 6. pink doily, etsy 7. heart milk cubes, A Subtle Revelry. inspiration image: Martha Stewart

A HEAVENLY HALL...

Peering down this hallway reminds me exactly of my entryway (of which there really is none, really... just a hall).

I've got a print all ready to hang just like they have on the right, and have pretty much determined that my desk will be situated right where that table is. My question for you... do you think the bookshelves and the long hall of artwork on the left is too much? Or does it give it that collected, cozy library feel? I have a pair of bookshelves coming that I was considering putting in that very spot! And how about those x-benches? Hmm... I think I must have a pair in my home. It needs to happen!

*image via pinterest. original source unknown

GET THE LOOK :: CRUSHING ON VELVET

Hi ladies! Cristina here with my latest style crush, a textile that looks as luxurious as it feels - velvet! A fun alternative to your well-worn winter staples (step away from your wool cardi), it happens to drape beautifully in everything from blazers to dresses and my favorite, the wide leg trouser.

Skinny jeans are my go-to pant of choice on cold days when skirts aren't an option, but sometimes a girl needs room to move (and breathe!) and for those days I propose a wide-legged trouser!

The best feature of these velvet trousers has gotta be that they feel like pajamas but look fashion week worthy. A perfect marriage of comfort and style that is oh-so-rare. Because the velvet itself has an eye-catching sheen, I paired these pants with all neutral colors, so as not to compete with our statement piece. When styling a neutral look I like play with texture to keep things interesting, so I chose a mesh knit sweater and a faux fur scarf.

Now that I've discovered this gem I don't know that I'll ever fully return to my skinnies!
If only I could find a stiletto this comfortable...

xoxo Cristina

*images via: alltheprettybirds, vanessajackman
*resources: sunglasses, scarf, sweater, purse, shoes, pants 

THIS ONES FOR THE GIRLS (OR BOYS WHO LIKE PINK)

Since we're in the mood for color today, I figure I'd paint a picture of a perfectly femme home - where there is no fear of pink - from a few current and past favorites... 

The kitchen will be spared layers of vibrant paint, but we'll begin with a subtle hit of color in the tablecloth. A healthy dose of fuchsia and indigo in ikat? The perfect way to set the tone...

In the living room? Fresh whites and pinks abound! Modern lines keep things from getting too girly, but who could resist a feminine chandelier?

The bedroom gets a brave boost of color, adding aqua walls and berry toned drapes!

Where else to go full-saturation than the den? An exotic and intoxicating escape, to be sure! Can you imagine such color in your own home? How bold would you go?

*images via art-decoration, tumblr (source unknown), house beautiful, art-decoration

PINK+RED=KAPOW!

I'm totally digging on the pink+red combo lately, as I know are many of you. It has absolutely nothing to do with a mushy little heart-filled holiday coming up, and everything to do with looks like this...

I'm ready for some color that packs a big punch to usher us into spring - how about you?? I especially love the addition of nude to the colorful duo. That ombre-inspired pattern on the other two dresses also caught my eye in this collection from Margarita Saplala, whose designs are new to me. The color combo is so different - totally doing it for me.

ON MY WAY HOME...

Kinda wishing I had a pair of unicorns in my hallway to greet me upon arrival...

Because who wouldn't love that!? Wishing you all a magical week (unicorns and rainbows and all that good stuff). I'll be in the air all day, but will have plenty to share tomorrow when I'm back home sweet home!

*image via oscarprgirl