This is the latest I’ve ever sent out this newsletter, so please forgive me. I’ve been distracted by the dreary sky, gray clouds, and light drizzle outside. The weather has transported me to the UK in my mind, where I often dream of writing a book one day and falling in love with a sophisticated, but exceptionally dry witted Brit. Naturally, I dreamed up my future Country House in England, as one does on a Monday morning. Below are some inspiration photos from homes in the UK that I’d want in a country home. When I think of a country house, I’m drawn to color, patterns, and a cozy/unfussy vibe; a place where I can track in my dirty boots and curl up by a fire with a warm cup of hot coco in thick, wool socks. And don’t forget a few tuckered out cavalier king charles spaniels sitting at my feet!
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Here are inspiration photos and thoughts for my English Country House…
1. The paint color, the natural brick/stonework juxtaposed with bead board and modern light fixtures, and fun headboard. // Anna Haines (designer), Rachael Smith (image)
2. The stunning windows. The simple table and chairs that aren’t fussy or too precious. // Rosie Pearson (designer), Dean Hearne (image)
3. A sweet cozy bedroom for little ones. I love the paint color and all the fabric choices. // Molly Mahon (designer), Owen Gale (image)
4. This bathroom feels elevated, but not too fussy with the skirted sink. I love the fun, but timeless wallpaper as well. // Welton Finds (designer)
5. This screams cozy and comfortable to me. The exposed beams and fireplace are to die for. A casual, durable rug, couches you can actually sit on, and an ottoman to put your feet up! // Anna Hewitson (designer), Boz Gagovski (image)
6. I love the shape of this door and the color. It is fun and ties in with the beautiful outdoor surroundings. // Anna Hewitson (designer), Boz Gagovski (image)
7. A classic, contemporary kitchen that I would never tire of. I love the cabinet color and the countertops. Simple and understated. // Anna Hewitson (designer), Boz Gagovski (image)
8. Something about a brass bed screams cozy to me. I love the bedding and quilt. And the classic wallpaper against the original beams is delicious. // Charles O'Connor and Edward Greenall (design), Simon Brown (image)
9. I love this bathroom wallpaper and all the green, which I find to be timeless but also fun and relaxing. A skirted sink feels very British. And the mermaid tile modernizes the entire bathroom! // Nadine Finnegan (designer), Paul Massey (image)
Here are this week’s interior finds…
1. Ponti 940 Blue Chair by Gio Ponti 2. Leaf Shaped Sconce 3. Big Mama Cup and Saucer Cherries Avorio 4. Rohde Paldao Side Table 5. Tall Glass Jar with Lid 6. Speckled-Glaze Stoneware Mug 7. Home at Last: Enduring Design for the New American House 8. Crini & Sophia Poppy White Placemat 9. Sabbia Flower Pot Small 10. Placemat Set of 2 Riviera Sky Blue in Linen 11. Monte Oak Wood and Rose Velvet Dining Chair 12. Speckled-Glaze Stoneware Pitcher 13. Pampa S Pink & Brick-Red Chair by Studio Pastina 14. Ceramic Pencil Pot
15. Vintage light yellow Murano shell wall lamps 16. Mango Wood Cake Dish 17. Aperitivo Side Table 18. Hand Marbled Picture Frame 19. Set of Embroidered Linen Guest Towels 20. Mother of Pearl Plate 21. Swell Wall Hanger 22. Garde Whitewashed Oak Wood Rectangular Coffee Table with Shelf 23. Throw Pillow Cover with Floral Embroidery 24. Boucle Cushion Armchair 25. Vintage Rattan/Bamboo Chair 26. Oval Table Lamp 27. Non-Slip Waffle-Texture Bath Mat 28. Martha Blue Boudoir Pillow
Here are this week’s fashion finds…
1. Icon La Scala Feather Trimmed Cotton-Velvet Top 2. Alexa Chung for Madewell Oversized Denim Shirt in Dunklin Wash 3. Black and Gold Metallic Stripe Skirt 4. Long Sleeve Wool & Cashmere Sweater Dress 5. The Annabel Knit Jacket 6. Michaela Leopard Ballet Flats 7. Suede Jaspre Skirt 8. Gone Shopping Hat 9. Block Colour Crepe Midi Dress 10. Hechizo De Henna Pant 11. Cable Knit Sweater 12. Black Adele Bucket Bag
Current Obsessions
-Peaky Blinders. My friend, Preston, has me hooked and I can’t stop.
-Obsessing over this French Villa, where Clare V. shot their upcoming campaign.
-Dreaming of fall fashion, hibernating by a fire, and Halloween candy (too soon?)
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