Waterproof Style

I just bought a pair of these waterproof shoes from Opening Ceremony. I love the colors and style - perfect for a relaxing New England summer vacation.

{photos from opening ceremony }

Happy Home

Everything about this home makes me happy. The interior design and lifestyle of Alexandra Angle is soft, colorful, happy and welcoming. The pops of color they've used in this Fire Island home might be some of my favorite color usage and product placement I've seen to date. The rainbow hanging chair is incredible and I love how they painted the ceiling a sky blue while keeping the wood beams white.

{photos from alexandra angle interior design via remodelista}

Beaded Simplicity

I love the simplicity and sweet colors of these beaded rings by Izabel Designs.

{photos from izabel designs}

Inspiring & Refreshing

I wanted to share some inspiring images of my husband and his partner's studio that they've had here in Brooklyn for the last 6 years. Thankfully TWBE captured some fun shots inside Faile's interesting world. It's always fun to take Lyla to the studio and let her run wild. Art is a huge part of our life; we make it, collect it, and are surrounded by it in our home and daily lives. It keeps things exciting.

But by far the most famous and treasured art in our household is by Lyla. Her use of color and shape is really quite brilliant. See below - she's awesome.

Have a wonderful weekend!



{faile studio photos by the world's best ever and photo of lyla's masterpieces by me}

Thoughtful Day in Utterly Engaged!

Hi everyone! I haven't been around much on the blog, but thank you for continuing to stop by. I'm excited to share a spread I created for the latest issue of Utterly Engaged! They asked me a while back to pick out some of my favorite bridal fashion and decor for a modern and white wedding, inspired by the photo of this amazing boutique. {boutique photos by nathalie bearden}

It was perfect timing because I had just designed a custom invite for a couple with a similar aesthetic, so I started with the invitation and picked out a few things that would pair well for a modern and hip wedding.

fashion
The dress is by Alix & Kelly and I love the simple and slim silhouette of this dress highlights the most beautiful features of the bride; her face and upper torso.
{via kristina of lovelymorning wore an alix & kelly dress for her wedding and ever since i've loved the simplicity of their dresses.}

Under every wedding dress there should be a pair of rock star fluorescent green strappy sandals by Loeffler and Randall.

For the bridesmaid's dress I chose a short and tailored dress by JCrew in a fun punchy (yet subtle) color like lime green which compliments the bride's dress (& shoes!).

decor & sweets
Sarah Magid's cakes are always organic and delightful pops of maximal color.

And how perfect would they look on these modern cake stands by Iacoli Mcallister.

And last but not least, the soft and feminine florals by Quatre Coeur are beautifully refreshing. Remember this shoot? I've been fortunate to work with Quatre Coeur before, so I immediately thought of them. {floral photo by allan zepeda}

X&O Hearts

I love these Valentine's Day stencil cookies by The Jewels of New York. They're cute, modern and fun. Check out their step by step tutorial on Opening Ceremony. Wouldn't you love to receive (and eat!) one of these today?

Happy, Happy Valentine's Day!

{photos by the jewels of new york}

43 years of Marriage

Yesterday was my parent's 43rd wedding anniversary. They were married back in 1968. Boy how times have changed. Looking at their wedding photos they both look cautiously happy and a little nervous. At only 19 they were getting married, expecting their first child and shortly after their wedding my Dad was drafted to Vietnam. I couldn't imagine dealing with all of that at my ripe old age of 30, yet alone at 19. But lucky for them (and my sisters and me!) everything worked out the way it was supposed to. They've had an amazing and solid marriage and I'm thankful to have them as my parents.

I Think You're Beautiful!

Nearly 10 years ago, Patrick bought me Mirror, Mirror by Joop Steenkamer, Jr. for Valentine's Day. It is one of the loveliest and most thoughtful presents I've ever received. Although Patrick didn't write these sweet and over complimentary words, I knew he felt them. Today we have the mirror hanging in our Lyla Belle's room. This is one of those presents that every time you see it, you feel special. It's a simple piece, with such an overwhelming and heartfelt message.

{photos from theo}

Feather Love

I've been considering one of these mobiles for a while now... We desperately need something behind the wall of our bed and I'm not really interested in going the headboard route or big photo route (the latter which my husband wants). I really want something light, romantic and pretty. A feather mobile would be perfect, I think.

{photos from after all}

Pink & Sweet

My friend Greta's amazing shop Layer Cake has some of the cutest baking supplies out there. Here are some of my favorites for Valentines Day. I'm in love with the heart twist ties!

{images from layer cake shop}