11.29.2010

Interior of the Week

Design*Sponge offered a sneak peek of Jen Mankins' adorable home in Brooklyn last May.  As the owner of Bird she offers an eclectic sense of style and lots of color.


I love the coziness of the egg chair and the mix of all the patterns.
(I'm also envious of her fantastic record collection.)


I love libraries and this modern take of organizing by color really adds cohesion and pop to their dining room.


This apartment is so delightfully personalized, it really shows how to incorporate your style and travels into your decor.

11.26.2010

Lizzie Fortunato

This line of jewelry designed by Elizabeth and operated by her twin Kathryn Fortunato, Lizzie Fortunato Jewels, has a fascinating mix of materials and modern silhouettes.

 Desert Necklace

 Le Smoking Necklace

Pyramid Necklace

11.25.2010

Happy Thanksgiving!

I was trying to find a picture of Julia Child with a turkey but instead all I found was this picture of her with a goose...
Oh well, Happy Thanksgiving!

11.24.2010

Wool and the Gang

These knitting kits from Wool and the Gang are so cool.  I've been teaching myself to knit and these kits come with everything, the yarn, needles, pattern, etc.  What a fantastic (albeit expensive) way to practice a bigger project, like a sweater, or to learn new stitches.


11.23.2010

Karen Walker

New Zealand-born designer, Karen Walker, celebrates the anti-It-girl and her pieces definitely make a statement...



11.22.2010

Interior of the Week

Although minimalism has its advantages, there is much to be said for excess.
Peter Durham has an eclectic style and brings his background in France, Spain, and New York City to his 1920's Spanish home in Los Angeles.


I adore the collection of art that really allows the room to have personality.  The couch looks so inviting and the mix of patterns is bright and modern, with a vintage twist.
This is a room that looks personal and warm, and I think that's the real point of design.

11.19.2010

Mociun

I love a good print and this Mociun Water Line Dress is divinely dreamy...

11.18.2010

Sessùn

This French label, Sessùn, was inspired by a trip to Latin America and the culture and craftsmanship of the area.  I love that this designer focuses on making wardrobe staples rather than trendy collections.

Julie & Candy Coat                                                    Shivo Dress

 Heartbreakers Dress                                            Georgia Tunic

11.17.2010

North Dakota

I don't really have anything to post today, but looking through old photos I found this picture that my brother took on a family vacation to North Dakota in 2002.


(It may look like 1973, but it was 2002.)

11.16.2010

Gorjana

I am always wondering how to pack jewelry for travel and this jewelry wallet from Gorjana is incredible; it has a ring bar, two zippered pockets for earrings or bracelets, and six divided spaces for necklaces!

I am so in love... 

11.15.2010

Interior of the Week

This room is so whimsical and divine.  I am a huge fan of so many things in this room: the canopy bed, the zigzag rug, and the botanical wallpaper.


The pops of blue add freshness to the space and the curtains are gorgeous.  I also love that the symmetry of the lamps and the small tables ground all the prints.  This Miles Redd room definitely shows the way to maximize the punch in a small room.  

11.12.2010

Gryphon

This New York-based label was inspired by recreating the trench, Gryphon is gorgeously crafted and the perfect blend of tough and pretty.

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11.11.2010

tastesorangey on Etsy

Looking through Creature Comforts fantastic Gifted Magazine, I came across an interview with Papersnitch blogger Brittni Mehlhoff.  She suggested these prints from tastesorangey as holiday gifts and I agree wholeheartedly.
(The image is printed and then sewn onto watercolor paper, such a sweet touch.)


To the Clouds sewn print

Note: I have changed the blog to www.stylemewhimsy.com instead of .blogspot.com.  I hope this makes the blog more streamlined and efficient.  Thanks for your patience with any potential glitches. 

11.10.2010

Carrie Saxl

I came across Carrie Saxl's work on Gilt Groupe, where I bought a shadow necklace for graduation.  Lately I'm loving this feather necklace, it has such a delicate toughness.

11.09.2010

Eryn Brinie

I love the femininity and coziness that Eryn Brinie's pieces seem to effortlessly exude.

 Leopard Icon                                        Cascade Cardigan

Boyfriend Cardigan                                        Sabrina Cape

11.08.2010

Interior of the Week

I have been known to swoon over anything "Modern" and this room has it all, from the Platner coffee table to the Saarinen dining table...


I love that although the furniture is time period specific, the space feels fresh and modern with the infusion of color.  The patterned fabric on those chairs is amazing and if you look closely the door adds a pop of yellow (adorable.)


This view of Moises Esquenazi's Rancho Mirage in California shows not only another classic, Le Corbusier's LC4 chaise, but a serene and inviting patio.  I could definitely handle living in this space.

11.05.2010

Jupiter

This Jupiter scrap light reminds me of architecture school. 
I do love cardboard, it is entirely underrated.

P.S. More cardboard fixtures.

11.04.2010

Anthropologie

I love these Crackling Flame Heels by Cynthia Vincent.

11.03.2010

EmersonMade

These pieces from EmersonMade are so timeless and total wardrobe staples.
(I adore this tweed jacket.)