Shelter Loves...

Hola, I'm keeping things short and sweet around here today! I snuck in a "chill" yoga class with my friend Tammi this am! I need to do that more often. I'm feeling relaxed and colorful today. Here is what is on my radar this week. Happy Friyay!

1. It's sweater and fair isle season. I would wear this Boden version in a smaller size with skinny jeans and great flat boots.
2. I was sorry to miss Eddie's book signing last night at Hudson. I had a birthday dinner so I could not make it!
3. Ahhh, yes! Or at least throw the room off with something unexpected! 
4. I wear glasses to drive. In fact my night vision seems to be getting worse. eek. I need a new pair of glasses and am going to try the free at home trial with Warby Parker. The prices are right and I would rather not feel rushed at a store. I am kinda liking the Baxter and the Jennings. Heavy glasses over power my face, these feel a bit lighter.
5. + 6. Okay so I am slightly obsessed with team Gen + Ben's style. Their colorful and graphic designs really resonate with me. Check out the duo's amazingly creative firm here and their home feature on One King's Lane here. ONE WORD: GAH!!

Book of the month - October

Wait how is it October already?? This was such an easy choice! It doesn't get much chicer then a Miles Redd interior!  I'd be over the moon if a new client asked to use his work as an inspirational starting point! Lacquer - check, Color - check, Graphics - check, Layered - Check, Glamorous - double check!! I could keep going but I won't. His book aptly titled "The Big Book of Chic" goes on sale in November. I'm getting on this pre-order list asap. You can do the same right here.

This shot is so fabulous!!

December - Book of the Month

This month's recommended read is a no-brainer. {i'm sure you've seen it on Blogland already}  It's Style by Lili Diallo. Lili was one of the fabulous stylists behind the beautiful pages of Domino. What better to help you with your home then secrets from the best. If I hadn't become a designer I think I would have opted to be a Shelter or Fashion magazine stylist. They create amazing moments with their creative eye and ingenious ideas. Love it! This one is on my holiday "wish list" for sure. Books are one of my favorite gifts to give and receive!

Isn't Lili's logo great?? so original!

A glimpse of Lili's work: 

{damn there's that Chesterfield again!}

November - Recommended Reading

I can never resist a beautifully set table. In honor of the upcoming holiday season, I'm recommending Alberto Pinto's Table Settings. His book is packed with inspiring ideas and tips! I would love to start a collection of mixed vintage dishes and glasses..My issue right now is storage! I'll think of something. At the moment, I'm feeling like I need to overhaul my life, get rid of unused "stuff" and refine my belongings. Big, unexpected life changes force you to sort of analyze your life and well being don't they?

Have a great day!

Of note: I wish I could go...

I wish I could jet to NYC to see Mary on the 25th...lucky you if you live near by!

September - Book Of The Month

Don't be fooled by the warm weather; scarf season is upon us. I'm sure by next week it will drop to a 55 crisp degrees in Boston. If you read my blog with any regularity then you probably know I love to layer my outfits with scarfs from time to time; that coupled with the fact that I am teaching retail design this semester, I am quite fashion store and design obsessed right now. Hence, my choice for this month's "recommended read". The Hermes Scarf, History and Mystique. It's a visual collection and history of the Hermes scarf. {plus it will make a statement on your empty coffee table, I'm especially loving the cover of the "limited" edition book pictured below}

and the limited edition version.

forget my neck, purse candy or belt option, I may have to run out and purchase a piece of silk for my wall..{it's cheaper then most of the paintings I am drawn to but still a piece of fashion history, right?}

{love the idea of framing a scarf for my bedroom wall!}

Picture Perfect - Room of the week

Often all white rooms can feel flat, the key is to vary the shades of white and texture in the space! Mary McDonald has done so beautifully with this bedroom...the gorgeous canopy bed is fit for a queen! I am anxiously awaiting the release of Mary's new book, The Allure of Style. It's set to release on October 5th! A couple of weeks before my Birthday, so this one's officially on the "wish list"

ONE WORD

Dreaming

of where I'd like to be right now.........{can you guess in which moment in time?}

Most of you have probably heard of or love {like I do} the work of photographer extraordinaire Slim Aarons. He is best known for capturing beautiful people enjoying the "good life". His use of light, attention to detail and architectural backdrops are stunning. His three books listed below are on my wish list! I'm always looking to build my design library!

Image: from the fabulous Mrs. Lillien styling house

GIFT GUIDE - Books, for one and all

FOR THE GLAMOROUS

FOR THE MODERN CLASSICIST

FOR THE ORGANICALLY CREATIVE

FOR THE GARDENER
FOR THE ARCHITECT

FOR THE MODERNIST

FOR ALL YOUR CLOSE FRIENDS WHO HEART GREAT DESIGN {INCLUDING YOURSELF}

FOR THE COLLECTOR

FOR THE TEXTILE LOVER

FOR THE TRADITIONALIST

FOR THE DESIGN DIVA

by Woodson and Rummerfield

FOR THE BUDDING DESIGNER {ARTIST}

FOR THE FASHIONISTA

FOR THE CRAFTSTER

FOR YOU

NOVEMBER - BOOK OF THE MONTH

TASCHEN (publishes the greatest design books) is releasing two new books on December 1st. New, New York Interiors + the paper back version, New York Style, Vol II. Pre-order on the Taschen website or on Amazon. For a sneak peak visit Taschen.

Author: Peter Webster, Editor: Dr Angelika Taschen