I love framed panels of gorgeous wallpaper. They’re a fresh take on the old standard, plus you achieve pattern, texture, color and de-facto art. (Not to mention cutting the work load in half!) Love.
Archive for the ‘Inspiration’ Category
Layers
Monday, August 16th, 2010
Inspiration
Friday, August 13th, 2010
I’ve got pixie cuts on the brain. Ever since I went back to my short/spiky ‘do, I’ve only wanted to go shorter. (And let me tell ya’, it’s an addiction that’s tough to fight since I can cut my own hair, and don’t need to get an appointment/pay for upkeep!)
The age-old argument is that ‘men find long hair sexier’. While I’m all for making your man happy (though mine actually thinks my short hair is sexier on me than long), I believe that first you have to please yourself. Short hair says that you’re confident, fuss-free, and unafraid to reveal yourself….and if that’s not sexy, then I don’t know what is.
Here are some great examples of sexy short hair – in my opinion, these women have reaped HUGE benefits from ‘taking it all off’:
Ginnifer Goodwin/Long….
Pixie: (Note: Proof that a round face can so carry a pixie cut.)
Halle Berry/Long:
Pixie: (Note: Is it just me, or did this cut take 10 years off her look?)
Victoria Beckham/Long:
(Note: the bad ‘Miley Cyrus’ extensions are SO OVER. Let them go!)
Pixie:
Natalie Portman/Long:
Pixie:
Anne Heche/Long:
Pixie:
Michelle Williams/Long:
Pixie: (Note: the longer bang is a nice adjustment)
I’ve got pixie cuts on the brain. Ever since I went back to my short/spiky ‘do, I’ve only wanted to go shorter. (And let me tell ya’, it’s an addiction that’s tough to fight since I can cut my own hair, and don’t need to get an appointment/pay for upkeep!)
The age-old argument is that ‘men find long hair sexier’. While I’m all for making your man happy (though mine actually thinks my short hair is sexier on me than long), I believe that first you have to please yourself. Short hair says that you’re confident, fuss-free, and unafraid to reveal yourself….and if that’s not sexy, then I don’t know what is.
Here are some great examples of sexy short hair – in my opinion, these women have reaped HUGE benefits from ‘taking it all off’:
Ginnifer Goodwin/Long….
Pixie: (Note: Proof that a round face can so carry a pixie cut.)
Halle Berry/Long:
Pixie: (Note: Is it just me, or did this cut take 10 years off her look?)
Victoria Beckham/Long:
(Note: the bad ‘Miley Cyrus’ extensions are SO OVER. Let them go!)
Pixie:
Natalie Portman/Long:
Pixie:
Anne Heche/Long:
Pixie:
Michelle Williams/Long:
Pixie: (Note: the longer bang is a nice adjustment)
Layers
Wednesday, August 4th, 2010
I love a good grasscloth wall. LOVE. It’s another one of those materials that yields multiple layers thanks to it’s color, texture and sheen. Take a look at some of my favorites…
All Decor Pad
I love a good grasscloth wall. LOVE. It’s another one of those materials that yields multiple layers thanks to it’s color, texture and sheen. Take a look at some of my favorites…
All Decor Pad
Layers
Friday, July 23rd, 2010
I’ve never met a glass tile that I didn’t like. Major visual interest, multiple ‘layers’ thanks to the color, sheen, and grid pattern… I’m nuts for the stuff, no matter the room.
I’ve never met a glass tile that I didn’t like. Major visual interest, multiple ‘layers’ thanks to the color, sheen, and grid pattern… I’m nuts for the stuff, no matter the room.
Colorful Cabinetry
Monday, July 19th, 2010
Who says you need to gut a bland kitchen? Here are some fab examples of the power of color.
Who says you need to gut a bland kitchen? Here are some fab examples of the power of color.
P90X
Monday, July 19th, 2010
I love curves, but mine are starting to take over my body. So my girlfriend Tiffany and I have decided to spend this summer embarking on the journey (through hell) known as P90X. Six days a week, 1+ hour a day, for 90 days. I’ve memorized the infomercial (which I prefer to watch while chomping on cheese…is that wrong?), and I’m ready to bite the bullet and bring the pain.
I took my ‘before’ pictures on Sat., and am now in the zone. I’ll let you know how it’s going 30 (and 60, and 90) days from now – Send the good vibes, ya’ll!
I love curves, but mine are starting to take over my body. So my girlfriend Tiffany and I have decided to spend this summer embarking on the journey (through hell) known as P90X. Six days a week, 1+ hour a day, for 90 days. I’ve memorized the infomercial (which I prefer to watch while chomping on cheese…is that wrong?), and I’m ready to bite the bullet and bring the pain.
I took my ‘before’ pictures on Sat., and am now in the zone. I’ll let you know how it’s going 30 (and 60, and 90) days from now – Send the good vibes, ya’ll!
Disneyland
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
My teen niece and nephew are visiting from NJ, and we are introducing them to the splendors of Disneyland today. In honor of our trip, here are some interiors inspired by Walt.
The Jungle Boat Ride:
Tomorrow Land:
The Haunted Mansion:
It’s a Small World:
Frontier Land:
The Mad Tea Cups:
My teen niece and nephew are visiting from NJ, and we are introducing them to the splendors of Disneyland today. In honor of our trip, here are some interiors inspired by Walt.
The Jungle Boat Ride:
Tomorrow Land:
The Haunted Mansion:
It’s a Small World:
Frontier Land:
The Mad Tea Cups:
Before & After
Friday, July 9th, 2010
I love change. Visually, I’m a bored-easily kinda’ gal, so I like the instant gratification of a new color, new cut, or new design. Here are some of my favorite transformations:
Early J.Lo:
Behold the power of a nude lip and bronzer. (The hairdresser in me applauds the softening of the hair color and eyebrows as well.)
Bedroom before color/pattern ……………………………………………and after:
Ms. Mia Farrow before Mr. Vidal Sassoon:
And after. She transforms from a pretty starlet into a lovely and distinctive icon.
Kitchen before love:
And after: I mean, what can I say. Kudos.
I love change. Visually, I’m a bored-easily kinda’ gal, so I like the instant gratification of a new color, new cut, or new design. Here are some of my favorite transformations:
Early J.Lo:
Behold the power of a nude lip and bronzer. (The hairdresser in me applauds the softening of the hair color and eyebrows as well.)
Bedroom before color/pattern ……………………………………………and after:
Ms. Mia Farrow before Mr. Vidal Sassoon:
And after. She transforms from a pretty starlet into a lovely and distinctive icon.
Kitchen before love:
And after: I mean, what can I say. Kudos.
Reminder
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
I freakin’ love this. I’ve definitely lived my life by this mantra, but had never really put it into words. I should have this tattooed…or at least make a T-shirt.
I freakin’ love this. I’ve definitely lived my life by this mantra, but had never really put it into words. I should have this tattooed…or at least make a T-shirt.
Inspiration
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
Ah, New York – How do I love thee? Let me count the ways:
Old marries the New – 7th Ave.
Passion for Fashion – Brooklyn Museum (totally worth the trip, Niki!).
Black Mannequin – Union Square.
Butterfly Gate – Brooklyn Museum
Beautiful Little City Girls (practicing a dance routine in the car reflection) – Brooklyn
Georgia O’Keefe (can you believe it?!) – Brooklyn Museum
Ah, New York – How do I love thee? Let me count the ways:
Old marries the New – 7th Ave.
Passion for Fashion – Brooklyn Museum (totally worth the trip, Niki!).
Black Mannequin – Union Square.
Butterfly Gate – Brooklyn Museum
Beautiful Little City Girls (practicing a dance routine in the car reflection) – Brooklyn
Georgia O’Keefe (can you believe it?!) – Brooklyn Museum
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