Look What You Made Me Do
Words From My Wallet
Interiors
I’m hyper-fixating on several house things right now. There are so many projects I want to do, and so much decorating I want to finish. Yet, there are pressing, unexpected things that are knocking the dream projects further down the punch list. My kitchen faucet magnet is rotting after 5 years, so I need to replace it, which has taken me down a faucet rabbit hole (who knew faucets could be so gorgeous and so expensive). I need to repair a few areas of my fence and while I’m at it I should consider pressure washing and staining/sealing to keep it in good shape for as long as possible. My laundry room is desperate for a few floating shelves to display vases and other goodies. And I need to work on some landscaping in my backyard; my neighbors knocked down 5 trees that provided so much privacy for us both- I currently live in a fishbowl.
I feel overwhelmed and wonder how I’ll chip away at at all. Will I be working on my house forever? There always seems to be something to do. But, it’s also really fun to tweak and create new spaces. I will continue to obsess about things I need to deal with in the near future and the things I dream of doing thanks to my obsession/addiction of studying spaces (It’s genetic, hi Dad).
Here are this week’s finds…
1. Etched Glass Hurricane ($175) 2. Huxley Side Table ($595) 3. Pair of Vintage Rattan Chairs ($1,950) 4. Striped Stuffed Outdoor Armchair ($739) 5. Tray-Olive Dash Dot ($82) 6. White Geranium Plant ($292) 7. Mineralis Ceramic Scented Candle ($105) 8. Cherry Tablecloth ($158) 9. Vintage Italian Porcelain Bird and Flora Figures ($285) 10. Rider Klismos Lounge Chair ($1,125) 11. A Book Stand ($105) 12. Littleton Spot Diffuser ($156) 13. Yoga Frog Beveled Fountain ($340)
Things I have my eyes on for my future self…
1. Artisan Fountain 2. Pink Floral Crystal Globe Beaded Chandelier 3. Stratton Counter Stool 4. Gucci Limoges Bernardaud Lamps 5. Davoli Pull Down Kitchen Faucet 6. Contemporary Klismos Chair in Stainless Steel 7. Siena Bench 8. Popham Chair 9. Leckford Stool 10. Horton Stool 11. Hursley Wall Light
Here are some of my favorite rooms at the moment…
1. Kitchen- Studio Peake (designer) Alexander James (image) 2. Kitchen-Jessica Summer (designer), Jake Curtis (image) 3. Bathroom-Cath Kidston (designer), Paul Massey (image) 4. Kitchen-Studio Peake (designer), Alexander James (image) 5. Living Room- Jessica Summer (designer), Jake Curtis (image) 6. Dining Room- Cath Kidston (designer), Paul Massey (image) 7. Patrick Leigh Fermor House
Fashion
I’m leaning into light, easy summer fashion, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be chic! Breezy dresses, stripes, whites, sandals, and wicker are popping off this year. And don’t forget a great sun hat to add another layer to your outfit, but also to protect your skin!
Here are this week’s finds…
1. Loretta Caponi ($696) 2. Oval Sunglasses ($65) 3. Striped Studio Bag ($195) 4. Fish Comb ($26) 5. Holiday Beach Basket ($98) 6. Woven Rope Leather Sandals ($245) 7. Seema Wrap-Effect Taffeta Blouse ($199) 8. Connolo Leather Shoulder Bag ($440) 9. Wicker Tackle Box Bag ($395) 10. Gigi Cotton-Poplin Shirt ($363) 11. Greco Garden Pareo ($88) 12. Anjuli Nap Dress ($178)
13. Clio Dress in Textured Gauze ($138) 14. Bianca Sunglasses ($180) 15. The Ellie Nap Dress ($178) 16. Islan Bucket Bag ($325) 17. Marna Skirt ($431) 18. Mixed Dress ZW Collection ($109) 19. Francoise Skirt ($188) 20. Pull-On Paperbag Midi Skirt ($118) 21. Acetate Cat Eye Sunglasses ($70) 22. Mariana Sandals ($60) 23. Benoit Tiered Floral-Print Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress ($300) 24. Embroidered Duchesse-Satin Midi Dress ($493)
25. Straw Sun Visor ($14) 26. Straw Sun Hat ($99) 27. Sunbeam Hat ($68) 28. Roselia Palm Bucket Hat ($129) 29. Custom Word Hat ($98) 30. Lagos Hat ($68) 31. Sunshine Hat ($32) 32. Somerset Hat ($78) 33. Pineapple & Star Vienna Visor ($32) 34. Packable Straw Visor ($20) 35. Paper Fabric Visor ($29) 36. Lullaby Bay Weave Sunshine Sun Visor ($103) 37. Jolie Boater ($112)
Current Obsessions
The Expert- where you can schedule remote consultations with top interior designers at an hourly rate for advice, guidance, and suggestions for your space (this eliminates the high budget and full service requirement that is seen in the interior design business). They also have a great online shop!
The TV Show, Hacks, on MAX. Deborah Vance is my girl.
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