I was SO thrilled when West Elm asked me to collaborate this month by sharing my top ten picks for outdoor entertaining… partly because it meant I got a super sneak peek at the summer collection before it launched. You guys, it’s dripping with great style, and the only hard part about this job was… read more
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Step Into My Office…
Morning everyone! This is the spot where I start each day…with a steaming cappuccino in hand as I scan the latest posts from my favorite blogs. Remember the “before” shots of my unfurnished office? Well, we’ve now been in the new house a couple months, so I thought it was time to show y’all my… read more
When I Say Zig, You Say Zag
This week, I snatched up the most perfect black & white zigzag runner from West Elm, and my office was instantly transformed by its graphic punch (pictured top right). This latest workspace addition has left me zigging & zagging about, craving everything in this pattern. An invitation reaches new levels of style with a zigzag envelope… read more
Office Space
After Monday’s photos of our completely unfurnished house, I thought I’d share an update on how my office is coming along…as well as my decorating shopping list for the space! Sheer linen curtains were installed yesterday, and I’m loving how they soften up the room without blocking the sunlight that floods in from the terrace.… read more
Camille on Rue!
Yesterday I stopped by the Rue blog with inspiration for a breezy, outdoor dinner party…of which I plan to have as many as possible between now and October. Let the al fresco season begin!… read more
Yikes, Stripes!
It’s hardly surprising that two of my favorite retailers have come out with my favorite table linens of the season…in my perennial favorite motif (stripes!) West Elm’s yarn-died organic napkin collection comes in a charming array of mismatched stripes. Anthro’s version is homespun and timeless in its utter simplicity. I’ll gladly take a set of… read more
If It Ain’t Baroque
Obsessing over West Elm’s new NeoBaroque Dinnerware line…the perfect balance of elegance & whimsy, I love that it can be used to dress up a minimalist table or add a bit of fancy to the traditional. And wouldn’t its ivory palette make the perfect accompaniment to an embellished linen or vintage china pattern? Every time… read more
My Gift Guide on coco+kelley!
In case you missed it, hop over to coco+kelley and take a peek at my gift guide for the gal who loves to entertain. From whimsical invites to wintery flutes; festive nibbles to the most fabulous piñata… get all the sources here.… read more
Ring Around the Roses
Lately I’ve been gravitating towards holiday decor that is simple, modern and a bit unexpected… This paper flower wreath from West Elm totally fits the bill (as does just about every other item in their holiday collection!) I can envision it as a minimalist touch in a traditional holiday setting, or feeling right at home… read more
Meg's Hostess Gift Guide
Lately I’ve been so drawn to textural contrasts that bring together natural elements & luxe materials. It’s a technique that makes a unique personal statement in an outfit or a room and just screams cool…so I’m totally swooning over today’s gift picks from Meg (who visits us weekly from Mimi & Meg with the chicest… read more
