Mad For Mod

How retro-fabulous is the mod styling in this ad campaign for French label Paule Ka!  And, how brilliant of Paule Ka to use Acapulco as the back drop here!  These images remind me so much of photos I've seen of my parents on their honeymoon, a time in history that is literally just before my own memory.  Note to my mother: really wishing you would've saved some of your adorable ensembles from back in the day.  Fortunately, Paul Ka's clothes are as cute as their ads.  Seriously crushing on the entire Spring collection...

Inspired By Swedish Design

With all those clean, crisp white surfaces, Swedish interiors always seem to strike the perfect balance between chic minimalism and eclectic warmth. Thank goodness for Ikea, making so much of what we consider great Swedish style, so accessible here in the states. However, I do tend to get overwhelmed once I actually step inside an Ikea, so, recently stumbling across this interiors and real estate site from Sweden was such a boon.  Browsing through all the lovely rooms here, I can easily see so many different options and ways in which to incorporate some Swedish influence into my own home.  And, if Ikea doesn't carry what I find, no doubt they will have something very similar.  Style from Sweden, as actually used by Swedes...authentic and inspiring.

Wednesday Wants

LOVING this sweet little gift idea.  A special collaboration between Odette New York and Brooklyn-based perfume company MCMC Fragrances, this limited edition gift set contains an Odette NY Arrow Ring in Brass and MCMC Fragrance's LOVE Perfume Oil, packaged together in a drawstring pouch. Seriously, brilliant. 

Muted Colors: Amped Up Wow Factor

It's hard to get organized and clean out the clutter on my computer when I keep getting sidelined by all the amazing images I've saved and bookmarked over the past year.  Like this sophisticated Manhattan loft, designed by Steven Gambrel.  The over the top marble bathroom and high gloss details, stop me in my tracks every time I see them.  The soft colors here create such a peaceful yet glamorous vibe.  Have you been successful with your organizational goals so far this year?  Little by little I'm getting things done, even if I am easily distracted...

Decor Daydream: Casa Lola

 

Monday's can be so dreary, especially in winter. So let's lighten things up a bit and have a look at the lovely Casa Lola Trancoso.  I've been daydreaming about this amazingly serene vacation villa, designed by Jan Eleni, ever since it showed up in my inbox last week.  Happy to share it all with you here today.  For more details on how you can escape to Brazil, either in a daydream, or better yet in real life...check out the full site here.