Light a Match and Let It Burn
I have nowhere to sit and nothing to wear
The weather has been warm for about a month, and I already feel like I am out of clothes and have nothing to wear. I’ve cycled through my warm weather favorites and have noticed holes (some major) in my wardrobe. As a result, I can only focus on these holes and my current distaste for my clothes. In reality, I have plenty to wear. But I am feeling fashion fatigue and uninspired. THIS IS NORMAL and something I feel after the beginning of a season.
This feeling always bleeds into how I feel about my house. Right now, I want to light everything on fire and start over. Again, I’m noticing holes and things I want to fix or change. Today I’m starring at a plant that I can’t seem to find the right place for and it’s annoying me in the current space I’m trying out. Do I need to replace my kitchen faucet, yup. Do I want to spend money I’d rather use on a fun light fixture on a stupid faucet, no. In reality, I have everything I need. Curating a home and a closet is a lifelong process. It’s a constant creative exercise in expression ourselves, and one I often need to remind myself to enjoy and not try to reach a destination (that doesn’t even exist).
Here are some current home finds I’ve got my eye on…
1. Jasper Table Lamp 2. Porcelain Tealight Holder ($152) 3. Antique Brass Clam Shell Double Candleholders ($180) 4. French Bobbin Wood Chair ($1,875) 5. Lovable 21 Sham ($60) 6. Arbor Side Table ($560) 7. Bobbin Mirror ($265) 8. Irregular Wooden Cutting Board ($23) 9. Antique Botanical Etching ($140) 10. Oeuf Moss Nightstand ($395) 11. Teatro Artisan Accent Table ($345) 12. Block Print Parasol ($325)
When in doubt, look at pictures and dream of far off places. You might discover something new that you like or find inspiration for your own space…
1. Christian Fleming (architect), Mark Anthony Fox (image) 2. Heidi Caillier (designer) 3. Sarah Cotter Craig and Phillippa May (designers), Mark Anthony Fox (image) 4. Cath Kidston (designer), Paul Massey (image) 5. Rita Konig (designer), Miguel Flores-Vianna (image) 6. Cath Kidston (designer), Paul Massey (image)
Here are some current fashion finds I have my eyes on…
1. The Clara Skirt ($357) 2. Collection raffia-fringe skirt ($268) 3. Delancy Embroidered Dress ($478) 4. Linen Campbell Pants ($325) 5. Ruffle-trimmed Cotton Dress ($27) 6. Clementine Dress ($495) 7. Embroidered Cotton Dress ($60) 8. Jaylin Skirt ($998) 9. Classic Boatneck T-shirt ($40) 10. Bianca Sunglasses ($180) 11. Wide Sleeve Lace Insert Top ($46) 12. Harbor Tunic Black ($425) 13. Clean Linen Pull-on Shorts ($55) 14. Louella Skirt ($195) 15. Rubberized Strappy Athletic Sandals ($40) 16. Bastide Dress ($514)
17. Denim Jacket ($98) 18. Breton Stripe Top ($49) 19. Wrap Skirt ($390) 20. Andy Tee ($60) 21. Cotton Short Sleeve T-Shirt Dress ($40) 22. Ayda Linen Top ($148) 23. Cotton Blend Midi Skirt ($306) 24. Dusk Stretch Knit Top ($78) 25. Flip-Flop Sandals ($3) 26. Amelia Maxi Skirt in Crinkle Cotton ($128) 27. Shirred Neck Circular Tee ($245) 28. Printed Midi Skirt ($48)
Current Obsessions
Finding vintage pieces on TheRealReal instead of constantly reaching for fast fashion
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