Love is a Big Deal

If I got married tomorrow (ok, with the way I fall in love, let's say today just to be safe), I'd want it to be this. Nick and Surya got married on a mountain top. They had an awesome sign at their altar (that will be simply stunning in their house). They were married by the most beautiful man ever (that's him in the sunglasses below). The groom cried (my favorite). The guests were comfortable and taken care of (flip-flops and blankets were available). The flowers were gorgeous and unpretentious. The brides sister sang an enchanting song for their first dance. The bride sang Ingrid Michaelson's "You and I" during the ceremony. The bride and her ladies got ready in an Airstream trailer. Goodness me. Does it get more lovely?




So good.
Of course, a wedding (at least to those uninvited) is only as good as it's pictures and these photographers did an amazing job : Jonas Peterson (you can hear the brides sister singing the song she wrote for the couple on his site) and Poser Images. I also got pictures off of the couples wedding site (of course, amazing) and Once Wed.

Kitchen Nook

When I was 12 if you'd asked me about my dream house it'd have to have these three things: a wrap-around porch, window seats for reading and a breakfast nook. Don't let me mislead you into thinking those things wouldn't be on my dream house list now as well, but the one requirement that I think I'd get the most use out of would definitely be the kitchen nook. I'd love to drink my coffee/read magazines/chat with you while sitting in this small but comfortable space. I'd take any of these:



Sources: Manolo Home // Just add Dots // Country Living // Rejuvenation // Coastal Living // Living Etc // Home Dzine // Tiny House Talk // Apartment Therapy

Vintage Oil Portraits

Every time I see an interior with a vintage oil portrait I am simultaneously inspired and creeped-out. I think they can add such an element of kitschy fun, but I'm not sure that I'm brave enough to have a stranger staring at me all the time. I'm on the lookout for my perfect oil portrait—I know it's out there for me.




Sources: Plastolux // justamodernguy // designismine // living, etc // apartment therapy // the brick house

Beer Packaging

This past week I've had the pleasure of noticing a lot of beer bottle labels. My brother had a friend in from Colorado and the two of them enjoyed some of the finest beers Australia has to offer. I'm not much a beer drinker myself, but I definitely notice and appreciate good packaging. It seems there's a lot of interest in wine label design but I rarely hear anything about the good beer packaging. I thought you might also be unaware of this part of the design world so I thought I'd share some of the fun ones I've found.



Since I'm heading out of (Illinois) summer and into (Australian) summer I have a feeling I'll be seeing a lot more beer labels in the future. Cheers!

Via: Antilogic // Lovely Package // the Dieline // hbWeb // Kitsune Noir // abduzeedo // ms hay

Candy-Coated Interiors

I am all over the place with my preferences— one day I'm excited about all white or pale tones and the next (like today) I'm crazy about colors. I don't want to overwhelm anyone who might pop over for a visit, but I do think a colorful space is so friendly and warm. And so stinkin' fun!



Oh man that's good stuff. I think my next place'll go in this direction. Who's going to knit me that awesome aqua tea cozy?
Sources: Pretty Little World // Hidden in France // Home Shopping Spy // sfgirlbybay // sasa antic // The Someday Blog

The Library

I've always wanted a library: a room full of just books and a comfy chair/love seat. Oh an probably a cup of coffee and peonies. I'm definitely making one when I grow up. In the mean time I'll drool over others good fortune.



Gorgeous right? This is exactly why I won't ever get rid of my books. How do you expect me to ever have so many books that I need a ladder to access them (my favorite thing!) if I don't keep them all? Exactly. Enjoy the day little bookworms!
Sources: Interior House Decorate // Zimbio // FreshHome // Design Themes // Too Much // Xtras // Design Home Interior // Home Life

From the Boys

There's a fine line between looking sloppy and looking fashionable when you walk out into the world in your boyfriends shirt. These stylish women do it well. From what I can gather, the trick is proportion (oversized top paired with short shorts, cinch a large jacket with a belt) and feminine touches (strappy sandals with boyfriend jeans; stilettos [and nothing else!] with a large button-down shirt).


The look is sexy and effortless. Pics from: Sartorialist // Madewell // Theory // Boyfriend+Girlfriend
Here are a few pieces to try it yourself:

boyfriend jeans // slouchy t // messenger bag // panama hat // button-down // cardi // field boot // tweed belt

Back to School

Ok, so I'm a little late. I think all schools have already been back at school for a few weeks but I thought it'd be fun to show some school-inspired decor ideas. If you happen to be lucky enough to stumble across an old card catalog or metal lockers, antique desk or vintage maps- here are a few ideas on how to incorporate them into your decor. (As if you'd need the help you clever decorator you!)



I love the idea of using an antique desk for a bedside table (did you notice that? In the red bedroom?) and those great school chairs in the kitchen. It's all very cool and modern and yet comfortable. Happy hunting!
Sources: Apartment Therapy // Re-Nest // I Wonder Sometimes // Elle Decor // Habitually Chic // Poetic Home // Erin Davis

Sweet sweets

I have always loved a beautiful table. One of the first things I really remember admiring in a Martha Stewart Weddings issue was this gorgeous photo shoot that centered around an amazing strawberry cake table. I couldn't find the image to share with you, but I found plenty of other inspiring dessert tables. This is such a great idea for a wedding or a shower or an afternoon tea with the ladies.

Aren't they so fun? I love the vanity with the tiny fruit desserts and the wedding cake with the paper banner and macaroons. I think it's such a good idea to do a dessert table for your wedding instead of just the one cake. Then people can enjoy their favorite dessert - not everyone loves cake you know!

Images from Hip Hip Hooray // Swanky Tables // Amy Atlas