The Continuous Thread of Revelation

Mary Mary Quite Contrary

2009-11-16T18:38:00.003-05:00

Remember my recent post about the prints by Vincenzo Rizzo? I'm sure my multitudes of readers have bought his prints by now. Here is a display idea I saw today while perusing old Cote de Texas blog postings.

FYI Art News

2009-11-11T21:52:00.003-05:00

Peter Doig's “Reflection (What Does Your Soul Look Like)” sold at Christie's auction for $10.1 million on Tuesday. It's interesting that this painting sold for much more than it was thought to be worth, while a Basquiat and Warhol fell way short at the same auction. I actually really like this painting. YOU?

Image via NY Times

Poncho Villa

2009-11-10T21:25:00.005-05:00

I'm really enjoying ponchos right now. Too bad it's so hot in Houston that I look out of place!

Forever21

Outdoor rooms

2009-11-09T21:30:00.005-05:00

This streak of seasonable weather in Houston has made me think about my ideal outdoor room.

Not sure of source... sorry.

Images from My Home Ideas

Impulse buy of the week

2009-11-04T13:09:00.002-05:00

I've been needing a reading lamp for one side of my bed, so bought this last night at West Elm. I'm not sure if it was worth it, but I like the little guy.

Image via West Elm

"In a flash I have my new year's resolution - aim higher."

2009-11-03T08:53:00.003-05:00

If I had to pick one person's style to emulate forever, I think it would be Sienna Miller. And while her on the street style is always (well, almost always) to die for...I have to say you can't really beat her persona in Alfie. It could just be because she is so freaking pretty in the film, but I find myself always coming back to this look.

via google images

via Mama's A Rolling Stone

via Heart You Kisses

La décoration est un art.

2009-11-02T23:10:00.006-05:00

I cannot get enough of one of my new favorite designers, Benedikte Lecot. I especially like her use of doors, closets and moveable walls to hide TVs, knick knacks and other things that make houses junky!

Inspiring Interiors

2009-11-01T22:26:00.004-05:00

Love these clean Belgian interiors.

Images via Rik Storms

Happy Halloween!

2009-10-30T19:09:00.000-04:00

Image via New York Public Library Digital Collection

Fall Inspirations

2009-10-30T10:34:00.005-04:00

I like the way these ladies are handling the chill in the air...(Milan, Paris, New York)

via The Satorialist

via The Satorialist

via Elle

via Elle

Rev your engines.

2009-10-28T15:29:00.002-04:00

With this Fall weather, I've been getting a chance to wear my leather jacket I got in BsAs in 2007. I love love love it, and now I'm thinking I really would like another. My capricious taste tends to change at the drop of a hat, but at the moment these are my fav looks:

Priorities, Bluefly

Twenty8Twelve, Bluefly

Joie, Shopbop

Doma, Bluefly

Oh the leaves, they are a changin'...

2009-10-27T11:41:00.007-04:00

We are finally having a little Fall weather in NYC...and I couldn't help but snap a few pictures this weekend of the changing leaves. Its so gorgeous. Now if we can just get it to stay like this 'til Turkey Day...

How pretty is this tree lined street? It was so quiet too...really dreamy. I'll take this brownstone please.

Oh and an Episcopalian church I can visit right across the street, how convenient!

Oh thank goodness, I can buy all my hand crafted housewares here...

The last great thing about this neighborhood (sorry if I'm boring you) is the High Line. This is truly one of the neatest things I've seen in NYC in awhile... Basically, it's about 1.5 mi of former elevated railroad track that was redeveloped into a 'greenway' and opened as a city park on June 8 of this year. The park literally runs right through Chelsea; its so neat to see the juxtaposition of the city life/plant life. They've really done an incredible job with this urban garden, excuse my amateur pictures, they hardly do it justice.

You can even see the Statue of Liberty!

Stylish and Affordable

2009-10-26T22:47:00.005-04:00

My boyfriend Nate Berkus for Home Shopping Network (of all places).

Wish for Hope Pillow $19.95

Wish for Hope Pillow $19.95

Woven Knit Gold Throw $$79.95

Brass Greek Key Tray $59.95

Jute Braided Rug $29.90

2009-10-22T23:15:00.002-04:00

Was looking for some portraits and stumbled upon these by Vincenzo Rizzo on Etsy. They are really inexpensive, and I think that one resting on a console or mantel would look cool. Or I may just come off as a total creep.

To Do List

2009-10-19T19:50:00.006-04:00

I continually hear of things I really want to see and do in Austin, Texas (I am embarrassed to say I still haven't visited even after living within driving distance). One among seemingly thousands of reasons to visit Austin is the Fritz Henle photography collection at the Harry Ransom Center.

“Rebel in the Making: Schoolboys Exercising, with One Eating an Apple” (1936) by Fritz Henle.

“Frida Kahlo at Xochimilco, Mexico” (1937) by Fritz Henle.

“Sailor on the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City” (1950) by Fritz Henle.

Images via NY Times The Moment Blog

I've Done It

2009-10-14T17:55:00.009-04:00

I've seen a lot of houses. And I've said a lot are my favorite. But this house by M. Elle Design really is my favorite house. I feel like it defines the rustic contemporary look (and I'm pretty sure I coined that term, for future reference). I apologize for the plethora of pictures, but each room was worth posting!

Tucker

2009-10-12T14:51:00.004-04:00

This weekend Danielle brought up the brand Tucker (by Gaby Basora), and it reminded me of how much I love it. I never would have even heard of it, but she did a short stint in a showroom that carried the brand. I really like all the brand's pieces, so effortless and such a good fit. These looks are from Fall 2009...and the website says the newest looks will be debuting Nov 1.

And because I'm a sucker for all things animal print, a close up of Tucker's 'band of boys' print, which most styles are available in:

All images courtesy the Tucker website.

Simple kitchens

2009-10-11T22:37:00.008-04:00

Beautiful cottage-y kitchens from Craig Kettles.

Notable weekly meal...

2009-10-09T09:07:00.006-04:00

I went to dinner at Casellula, a delicious wine and cheese bar in my 'hood, last night; and they happened to have a cheese from Sweet Grass Dairy. I forgot how delicious their cheeses are and how lucky we are to have such a wonderful place in little old Thomasville, GA. It's amazing how you can find their cheese across the country these days...pretty neat. On top of that, the rest of our meal was amazing too, maybe if you come to visit I will take you there. For now, some pictures to wet your palate.

Picture courtesy www.glutenfreeguide.com

Just realized our 'host' of the evening was actually the manager/owner...impressive resume.

Old favorite and new updates

2009-10-08T19:06:00.005-04:00

I noticed that one of my favorite home designers, Benecki Fine Homes, just updated their website. Which reminded me of one of favorite houses in one of my favorite places, the Benecki's house on Lake Martin in Alabama.

Images via McAlpine Tankersley Architecture

Querida Brighton...

2009-10-07T10:25:00.013-04:00

This post is dedicated to you, querida, because it's all about fashion from your part of the world (not yours for long though!!!) Anyways, its also a double post, because one idea triggered another and I don't have the willpower to hold one post over until tomorrow.

This first label, Uvaia, was brought to my attention this morning via Daily Candy. Its a Brazilian label created by sisters from São Paulo... The second label is from my favorite store in Buenos Aires, Complot. I am really into the vivid prints and 80's influence of both of the lines. While all together it may seem a bit jumbled, both of the lines have pieces that are great for mixing and matching with more the more classic staples in your closet. Enjoy! (and go get me that leopard cardigan from Complot immediately!)

Uvaia

COMPLOT

(love!)

All pictures courtesy Uvaia and Complot lookbooks

Trend Watch...

2009-10-06T13:55:00.010-04:00

Lately, everywhere I look I've been seeing the 'strong shoulder' trend in action. At first, I have to admit I wasn't crazy about it; it reminded me of my mom's shoulder pad blazers from the 80s. But now, I have to say, I'm getting into it....

Zara

Helmut Lang, via Shopbop

WINK, via Shopbop

ALICE + OLIVIA, via Shopbop

Rick Owens, via Elle

Stella McCartney, via Elle

(love)

Calvin Klein Collection, via Elle

And cheap to boot!

2009-10-05T22:12:00.005-04:00

Since my new job is proving to require boots, here are some under $100. And one pair that is so cute I'll pay more.

$99.50 Delias

$98 Banana Republic

$84.61 Zappos

$89.50 American Eagle

$167 Revolve Clothing

Zara September Lookbook.

2009-10-05T12:11:00.006-04:00

Looking through Zara's new look book has left me wondering how quickly I can make it to their store on 5th Ave... With clothes like these appearing at a place as accessible as Zara, I'm suddenly no longer dreading the turn to a frigid Winter.

This last pic is actually from the Zara online catalogue...but I thought it was too cool to not include.

All images courtesy of Zara (look book and catalogue)

GO DAWGS!

2009-10-02T11:03:00.001-04:00

woof.

Image courtesy www.bulldogsworld.com