My House Makes Me Feel Less Lonely
In the Winter Months and Beyond
I’ve always been a homebody and super sensitive to my surroundings. To give context, When I stayed in a hotel that is no longer in NYC, I had nightmares thanks to the red velvet, serial killer, overstimulating vibes of its decor. Therefore, my home is very important to me and it’s important to curate a home that makes me feel really good! At this stage in my life, I spend a lot of time alone (more than I ever thought I would), so I’m always tweaking and obsessing over something. It’s an ongoing project that I may never finish, but I keep telling myself the house is going to evolve as I evolve (and it keeps me company). That might just be my way of justifying my constant fussing with the house. Hehe!
This week I’m focusing on the below:
Putting drawer dividers (I’m trying these) in my closet drawers to better utilize and organize the space. These might be what I really need to do since custom isn’t an option, because they might actually stay put. I’ve learned no drawer divider is perfect (unless it’s costum) and now want to demo my closet.
Ordering a valet rod for my closet. This would be so useful and a fun way of displaying clothes as I get ready!
The door knob to my bedroom is different than EVERY other doorknob in the house and it drives me bananas. All the upstairs bedrooms have gold, round door knobs and my bedroom has a silver lever, which I’m not into (all bedrooms and interior doors should have similar finishes in my opinion). So I’m looking into alternatives that I will need to order and see how they look in comparison to current round knobs (that are very old). Right now, I’m quite into this one, and this looks like a classic but can probably find something similar for less.
See if an electrical bank like this in a bathroom drawer is possible. Doesn’t this seem so luxe? I hate a bunch of stuff on bathroom counters, so the more than can be tucked away the better.
Order a label maker. How do I not have one? Does anyone have suggestions? I’ve seen this one but not sure it’s the vibe.
Look for fun, decorative wall plates. I want to start collecting some wall plates as I want to put some on the wall next to my fireplace on the right (there is only wall to the right of my fireplace as there is a doorway to the left). I love this zodiac one, Punky plate, and this cheeky plate.
As always, here are this week’s interior finds…
1. Ayaz Runner 2. Lottie Table Lamp Base 3. Evo-C Chair 4. Elephant Rattan Side Table 5. Channel of Light Sconce (local Richmond artist) 6. Zodiaco Dinner Plate 7. Ponti 940 Blue Chair by Gio Ponti (gorgeous dining chairs!) 8. A Large Striking Contemporary Picture of a cloudscape (this would be dreamy in so many rooms) 8. Osaka Lacquer Two-Drawer Nightstand (love laquer) 10. Potter's Woodland Spring (so whimsical!) 11. Scalloped Sconce 12. Chloe Spindle Leg Side Table
13. Peter Dunham x Beach Towel (I would use this as a bath towel) 14. Early 19th Century William Morris Langashire Bobbin Chair 15. L'objet x Ruan Hoffmann Good Bad Idea Vide Poche Plate 16. Paul Schneider Tray in Blue & Tan Geode (so fun) 17. Oak Drop Leaf Table (I have a similar table to this in my entry way I love) 18. Starry Night Ice Bucket 19. Palladian Blue Porcelain Mini Lamp (great price for a lamp) 20. Semi Sphere Table Lamp (funky) 21. Concha Dish 22. House of Hackney Stratus Panel Wallpaper 23. Irregular Ceramic Vase (go off Zara!) 24. 24-Piece Flatware Set (tempted to upgrade my silverware) 25. Small Gustavian Chest Drawers 26. Corazon Rocks Glass 27. Jeanne Counter Stool (great classic) 28. Durham Quilt
29. Celine 2-Drawer Nightstand 30. Olive Table Lamp 31. Dusk Runner Rug 32. Citrus Songbird Mahjong Mat 33. Pair of Vintage Corner Chairs 34. Italian Terra Cotta Pots with Floral Motif 35. SOS Outdoor Stool 36. Shell Jar 37. Panthella Portable Lamp (one of my favs) 38. Roly Poly Dining Chair 39. Ondine Rug 40. Kayleigh Pillow 41. Dog by Sean Landers 42. Recycled Bamboo Colander & Pour Bowl Set (great nontoxic find)
Sprinkling in some transition pieces from Winter to Spring, but still cozy finds as we aren’t out of the woods yet (snow expected tomorrow, ugh). Here are this week’s fashion finds…
1. Mineas Silk Top 2. Yalia Maxi Dress 3. Lingerie-Trim Three-Quarter Sleeve Top 4. Satin Lapel Emile Blazer (I want this so bad!) 5. Anouk Yve Blazer 6. Polo ID Suede Large Tote 7. Racer Tank Dress 8. Alva Mini Dress 9. Za Za Knit Fringe Skirt 10. Charlie Handbag (great spring bag) 11. Onyx Eyelet Everyday Shirt
12. Bell Skirt 13. Bernatta Mini Bag 14. Essential Bomber 15. Sand Dhalia Wax Jacket 16. Adidas by Stella McCartney Truenature Cropped Bomber Jacket 17. Oversized Cotton V-Neck Sweater 18. Bowie Ankle Boot 19. Hiloh Trench Coat 20. Sandrina Dress 21. Big Puff Jacket 22. Women's Heritage Bianca Faux Fur Coat 23. Pure Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater
24. The Pixie Arrow 25. Sprout Tote Mini Bag 26. Black Braided Trim Shay Jacket (someone needs to get this) 27. Boxy Ong-Sleeved Polo Shirt 28. Shaker-Stitch Johnny Collar Sweater 29. Cloud Sneakers 30. Oversized Boxy Fluffy Sweater 31. Aubrey Coat 32. Relaxed-Fit Cashmere Turtleneck 33. Faux Suede Biker Jacket 34. Faux Fur Jacket 35. Oversized V-Neck Sweater Blue 36. Wrap-Colar Merino Wool Sweater
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Current Obsessions
-The Fashion and Fine Art Exhibit at The Louvre.
-I love this sweet Dorset cottage.
-I love these rooms that mix styles/periods (something I love to do in my own home). I’m a big fan of David Mlinaric.
-Farrow and Ball is launching new colors on February 27th. I can hardly wait!
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