Captivating

Does anyone else find faintly lit environments incredibly romantic and inviting?

iPhone Art

A little inspiration found right in front of me!

((now if only I had a new digital camera))

My favorite spaces as of late...

Via The City Sage and a few of my other daily reads.

Pencil me in...

Visit the Butter by Nadia sample sale in Brooklyn during the weekend of June 13!

That's a wrap!

Just a thought...

Suzi Wire via Coco+Kelley.

Rub a dub dub...

The Emporium line of soaps by morcosmetics are heavenly scented!  I am especially enamored by Bella Donna.  This bar of soap has taken up permanent residence in my shower!

Patience

"Patience is a bitter plant but it has sweet fruit."

-Old Proverb

Photo compliments of Wasabidoobie.

Classic

I am slightly obsessed with this necklace.  I've been looking for a simple, yet chic piece, and this fits the bill!

Visit JessLC and her new collection, Astor St.!

Danielle Metallic-Leather Flat Sandals

I am finally moved into my new apartment!

After highs in the 80's this past week, I've seen plenty of cute sandals around the city. I am picking this pair up at J.Crew today. I just love them!

Danielle Metallic-Leather Flat Sandals

$98. or $74. with a 25% discount

In Honor of Earth Day

...a word from the Dalai Lama:

"The earth is, to a certain extent, our mother. She is so kind, because whatever we do, she tolerates it. But now, the time has come when our power to destroy is so extreme that Mother Earth is compelled to tell us to be careful. The population explosion and many other indications make that clear, don't they? Nature has it's own natural limitations."

Let's not be so quick to forget that mother nature was here first.

Photo courtesy of Zyber.

The Meaning of Flowers

I saw this on KenzieKate's blog. Now I will begin putting more thought into the flowers I send!























Photo courtesy of Rana Pipiens.

Baby's breath = Everlasting love
Bachelor's button = Celibacy, delicacy
Calla lily = Magnificent beauty
Carnation (pink) = Woman's love
Carnation = Pure love
Cornflower = Delicacy
Crocus = Cheerfulness
Daisy = Innocence
Dogwood = Duration
Fern = Magic
Forget-Me-Not = Remember me
Freesia = Innocence
Fuchsia = Confiding love
Geranium = True friendship
Hellebore = Calming
Hyacinth = Sport and play
Iris = I have a message for you
Ivy = Friendship
Jasmine (pink) = I attach myself to you
Jasmine (white) = Amiability
Lady's Mantle = Comfort
Lilac = First emotions of love
Lily-of-the-Valley = Return of happiness
Mint = Virtue
Myrtle = Love
Oak Leaf = Bravery
Orchid = You're in my thoughts
Peony = Bashful
Peppermint = Warmth of feeling
Primrose = Youth
Ranunculus = Radiant with charms
Rose (white) = I am worthy of you
Rose = Love
Rosemary = Remembrance
Snowdrop = Hope
Sweet Pea = Delicate pleasures
Sweet Violet = Modesty
Sweet William = Sensitivity
Tulip (pink) = Caring
Tulip (variegated) = Beautiful eyes
Tulip = Declaration of love
Violet (blue) = Faithfulness

















Photo courtesy of BurpytheHippo.

All of a Sudden, I'm Hungry

I literally began to salivate when I saw these two photos by William Smith. I highly recommend checking out the rest of his work!

A Little Inspiration...

...for a ho-hum kind of day. All cards are available here.

This weekend I would love to cook a nice meal in this kitchen...

...before retreating to this outdoor oasis for a cocktail...

...but instead I will be packing for my move in one week.

Photo by Koreana.

Dreaming of a Heidi Merrick Dress

Ms. Merrick is very popular in the blog world.

I love her dresses and the summer collection in particular. Should a box with a Heidi Merrick return label decide to grace my doorstep, I'm a size 4!

Live Inspired

I have a complete obsession with pretty stationary, cards and journals.

My savvy mom turned me on to this company. Here are a few of my favorite items.

Books:

Journals:

Jenifer Altman Photography

Truly inspiring. Jenifer captures the moment perfectly.

Click here to see more of her work.

LivingProof - No Frizz Styling Cream

This. Stuff. Works.

Are you sick of flyaways? Visible split ends? Products that leave your hair feeling greasy or heavy? Here is your solution.

This velvety lotion is the perfect potion for anyone with unruly hair.

4oz available for $24.

Ravishing

I am head over heels for this gorgeous gown from the Versace Spring 2009 collection.

























Sleek and stunning!

Bienvenue!

I've been dreaming of Four Seasons Resort Provence at Terre Blanche. The surrounding vineyards and medieval villages are luring me in... not to mention St. Tropez, Cannes and Nice are all in close proximity.