The Hoxton Hotel

I stayed at this amazing hotel in London very close to Spitalfields Market (which is amazing) and it was by my favorite hotel of our trip. It was very high end but very budget friendly! Not only did you get a free mini breakfast every morning but the bar was also hopping every night! It was extra clean, easy check-in and check out, and all of the food was delicious and actually reasonably priced! Not to mention the free hour phone calls a day...even internationally!

The Reception Area

Lounge

Bar

The library book wallpaper leading to the back exit. It was just as amazing in person.

Outside Courtyard

Furniture STORE Friday 11.6.09

Was I the only one unaware of this beautiful store? I stumbled upon Flamant in Paris while walking down the Rue Saint-Honore. I was floored when I walked in and truly never wanted to leave. This store makes you feel like Parisian-chic living is attainable and at your fingertips. I took several photos of this three story location, but some did not turn out as well as I hoped. I am sad to find out that there are no locations in the US at the moment but I am hoping that will change. They also had a beautiful book that I wanted to purchase. It was sadly so early in our day and I really did not want to carry around a copy, or three, for the rest of the day so I had to pass. I thought for sure it would be on Amazon, but no such luck. I am thinking I may be making a long-distance call to Paris in the near future and trying to get one shipped to me. It would be well worth the trouble!

The lovely store exterior.

One of two staircases.

The upstairs vignette.

The book I wish I could have.

I want this bed.

The beautiful hall of mirrors that leads you upstairs.

Overall - UH-mazing.

Doors

So while I was in Europe I became obsessed with doors. Every house had a color door and every door was a piece of art on its own. These were by far a few of my favorites.

Notre Dame Doors

This door was just ridiculously amazing in person.

Musee de l'Armee Doors

These amazing gray doors with detailed gold leafing were in the Army Museum where Napoleons tomb is. I was surprised by how stunning they were.

Random London Door

I was in a taxi when I snapped this one. The blue was the perfect pale robins egg blue that didn't look pastel or easter egg-ish at all. Not to mention, there were several paparazzi waiting on scooters and in cars across the street form it so someone interesting must have been inside!

Embassy Doors

These were the doors to one of the MANY foreign embassies (we never found the US one) that we passed while in Paris. Between the bright blue and stunning gold door knockers I fell in love.

I think we really need to step it up and the HOA's in our communities need to let us have a little fun.

Back from Overseas...

Just a quick pic from when I was healthy. I brought back SO many pictures and items to share, but I also brought back serious cold.

Cannot wait to catch up with everyone!

Bon Voyage

I might have been more on top of my packing if I had this suitcase...

Ready or not I am on my way!

I am so sorry that I am so behind and will sadly have no posts for you guys while I am gone. I will make up for it with a plethora of posts when I get back.

I will see you all on November 4th!

xoxo

Travel in Style

I am hoping that I can look as cool and stylish as this girl when I am abroad!

Red Carpet Rooms 10.21.09

Kate Hudson rarely disappoints on the red carpet. She is never the same for any two events and is willing to take a chance. Not to mention it always looks effortless. That is exactly how i feel a room should seem. Bold and effortless.

Black and White Graphic.

Picture via The Goods Design

Light and Natural

Bright and Bold

Stairs that make a Statement

Picture via Sketch 42

Ryan Browns Home

Kelly Wearstlers Home

Picture via The Goods

Max Azrias Home

Picture via So Haute

Shine Light, Shine Bright

Just the other day I had the opportunity to go down to Shine as they had recently opened a new showroom in Orange County. I had used there lamps before on projects, but had never seen everything in person. I was dumb-founded by the beauty of every piece that I saw. Each was interesting, fun, and exquisitely made. I was just looking for a lamp and some bedding for a little girls room I was doing this time, but I would for sure keep them on my list when I needed bigger pieces!

Manhatten Sofa

Florence Chair

I did this one for a client and it is stunning!

I think my mother would like a few of these.

Lighting I am Currently Loving

Picture via Pink Wallpaper

Amanda Nisbet