Iconic Pieces: The Louis Vuitton Vintage Trunk

I love the look of vintage trunks as furniture! They have interesting texture, combine a fun mix of materials, and are perfect for hidden storage and a convenient table top. Of course one the most chic vintage chest is a Louis Vuitton - they are simply iconic. Founded in 1854, Vuitton was first a luggage maker and came to fame as the first to create flat topped canvas trunks that could be efficiently stacked and were also air tight and water proof. And when the LV monogram we all love so much was introduced in 1896 - an classic design piece was born! I love the beat up, well travelled texture of these old trunks and the chic brown on brown pattern. 

Such fun to imagine all the glamourous places these trunks have been! 

In the courtyard of the Vuitton workshops c. 1888

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I Heart: Rainy Days and Blankets

Ever want to live inside a website? {or this case tumblr!} My very talented friend Kassia introduced me to Rainy Days and Blankets and I am IN LOVE! They say that pictures speak a thousand works and this collection of images has such a beautiful impact. I adore the romantic, nostalgic and charming photos here. It makes me feel so warm and fuzzy - I could move right in! Hope you enjoy it too. . . 

These were just a few of my favorites but I am seriously in love with this whole tumblr - so beautiful!!!! View it all here.

Also be sure to visit Kassia's hilarious blog and tumblrs here and here for lots of laughter! 


Happy Friday! 

London Calling. . .

Today we are off to London! Can't wait to see all our friends and explore the city - just hope the weather holds! Then on to Madrid and Portugal for quick visits. More to come. . . 

Any favorite cafes, pubs or shops I should not miss? I would love to hear your recommendations!

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California + Vintage: DIY Bottle Collection

When I helped my brother decorate his Venice beach apartment this winter, we spent a fabulous day at the Rose Bowl Flea Market and had lots of great finds. One thing he was drawn to right away was these cool seltzer bottles, so we decided to create a collection of vintage bottles and I love the effect! The red is a color which runs throughout the apartment {you can spot the red metal chair above} and the blue is a wonderful, unexpected pop of color. The smaller ones are antique medicine bottles and some are over 100 years old. I adore the layered feel of this collection but also it reminds me of a really fun day and hope my brother will love adding to it over time!

Here is more vintage bottle collection inspiration for you . . .  loving this idea. It can be dressed up or beachy - up to you!

A few more shots of his great collection! 

PS it's his birthday today and I would just like to say he is pretty much the most wonderful brother ever. Happy Birthday Andrew! I love you!

London Living!

We are headed to London next week to visit friends and I am so, so, so excited! It only seems fitting to post this fantastic Notting Hill townhouse via Elle Decor. Sigh, the colors, the mix of antiques and modern pieces, the tall elegant window . . . amazing! 

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Happy Memorial Day

Even though we don't celebrate it here in Singapore, Memorial Day still means the official start to summer! To celebrate here is some beach house eye candy - this amazing NY seaside home was decorated by Nate Berkus. I admittedly have a serious design crush on Nate but also just love the playful and eclectic twist on a traditional beach home. The whole space looks perfect for entertaining but my favorite detail might just be those amazing painted floors! 

Hope you are all having a fabulous long weekend! 

These tangerine painted bookcase interiors are so lovely and unexpected! 

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Style Crush: Tilton Fenwick

Ever since I first spotted their work, I have had a major style crush on the NY based design firm of Tilton Fenwick! The young design firm was started by Anne Maxwell Foster and Suysel dePedro Cunningham in 2010, and has been rising fast ever since. I love how their interiors are both traditional and cozy while still being playful and fresh. Their use of pattern is also especially fantastic - these spaces are such great examples of how to beautifully layer patterns of different sizes {you might notice their love of wallpaper!}. 

I am so drawn to the inviting and a bit old-fashioned vibe in these interiors, do you see anything inspiring?

Visit here for more of the duo's beautiful work!