FRIDAY, ESCAPE DAY.

hello everyone!
this has been an overwhelming week, so when i discovered i am off to a little trip this memorial weekend i almost partied - in my head.
how was your week?
no matter what, i would like to wish you all a...

here is a lovely, soft song that i really love, and is perfect for daydreaming.

it is said the clouds will subside, so if you spend time outdoors it is the perfect time to bring out that stylish straw hat, but of course, don't forget the sunscreen.

it is absolutely wonderful, to have moments when you can just sit and relax among your favorite people. it gets even better when you have sweet chilled wine and some gourmet treats.

if i could manage to squeeze in a movie or dvd night that would definitely include one of the classics, that would be ideal!

whatever you are up to, i hope you fully enjoy yourselves.

xoxo

CURRENTLY CRAVING:

hello there!
i did not forget you all yesterday but you must forgive me. i have had the hostess obligations this whole week and truly no idea how it all fits in the day. it is times like this when i wonder how all the mother's in the world make it. you are all heroes.
nevertheless, and regardless of my speedy gonzalez mode i have been having some strong cravings. for what you may wonder?
well, for olden days glamour. i haven't seen "the great gatsby" yet but i think i got the bug from "midnight in paris" (the only woody allen film that didn't make me miserable).

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if you could live in any other time for a little bit when would that be?
i don't think i could be content with just one time. for example who can say no to the sparkly 20's and like in the film, catch a glimpse of fitzgerald and man ray.
but then again there is...

TUESDAY GOODY BAG*

this period of time, meaning late spring to summer, i love to go to outdoor plays and music scenes. for some reason these activities in my mind go hand in hand with a black-white-beige color combination. As a matter of fact, as we "speak" this very moment my nails are chalk white! Great and versatile color, needless to mention classic yet it has a surprisingly modern look to it.
anyway...this week's goody bag is all about this coco chanel inspired color match, with a hint of boho, natural brown spartan accents!

this {1.} is exactly the white i'm currently using, apparantly the 2nd shelf is becoming quite an essie display.
best eyeliner i have ever used {2.} - period. this way you can create an audrey hepburn eye effect.
this is a fabulous book {6}, and no it is not just for decorating your coffee space regardless of its gorgeous cover because it is so utterly interesting for anyone who likes to delve into the history of photography, and perhaps even to those who are not!
ok i am a little self concious to admit how long it has taken me to see this film {3.} (poppy red blushing hue) but oh how wonderfully vintage it is it is exceptionally easy to end up looking like a cheap imitation when you attempt to reproduce older aesthetics and yet this film is the exact opposite.  it has every bit of the period glamour and allure, as well as a sense it leaves, of time travelling.
if you are going to watch it outdoors a lightly knitted sweater {5.} might be very useful, in addition to a glass o wine to go with the also very elegant pop corn. hey, no pop corn on a film night? c'est pas possible! 
as for the beige, brown mentioned beforehand, well, grecian sandals {4.} are an inseparable part of my summers. i think it might have something to do with my family heritage...

how do you like to spend summer nights? do you enjoy outdoor movie screenings or plays n the park? 

xoxo lovelies!

READ OF THE WEEK*

happy week everyone!
i haven't posted about the printed word much lately, but it has given me some time to gather up material
but first things first, we will start with the fun stuff!
my brother came home one day last week with an internet order that contained a very special book for me! christian dior's "the little fashion dictionary"!

it is the sweetest writing considering fashion that i have read in a very long time.
it contains fashion objects and concepts in alphabetical order (obviously) with a short description and tips coming from a true professional. some are classic and still apply and will continue to do so as well. some others have been redefined through time, so it is very entertaining to see how it was then in comparison to now. additionally, it is illustrated with beautiful, vintage pictures in black and white of course...trés chic!

xoxo

SUNNY, SUMMERY, FRIDAY*

happy friday everyone!
i heard the weather this weekend will be glorious and warm like a preview of summer, which means it will be a perfect chance for some fun in the sun! do you have any plans for this weekend?
i hope you all have a...

in the weekends i love to listen to happy tunes in the morning with breakfast. this time i have the house to me so it means morning party :) in other words, magazines scattered around (because i love to be informed about pretty much everything), a great new book and yummy marmalade toast.

if you have a laptop turned on near you, you might enjoy this image of cary grant wondering about his weight.

on days like this, if you plan on seeing something new, like a punk exhibit, it's great to plan it at a building with an excellent garden like the moma, or near a park, like the met, so when you're finished you can hang outside!

it is always fun to sit around with friends soaking up some sunshine in the park, with some cheese bites and home made breads. if that sounds interesting, here are 23 delicious recipes you could follow!

then at night grabbing some beer with friends at the beer garden, chatting about art and the past week's adventures, or you know...just the past week.

whatever your plans for the weekend, i hope you have a lot of fun!

xoxo everyone!

ART INSPIRED INTERIORS*

whoever has been here for a while knows this blogger's fondness of art, and for whoever is new, i love art in all of its forms. you may be wondering why i am starting a new article like this, but you will understand in a moment.
how many of you hang art on your home's wall? i know i am guilty and it takes me a while to decide on a piece for a space and then i fall in love with it and never let go.
anyway, when you look at an art work in a gallery or museum it is sometimes very easy to get carried away and start wondering in what space it would look perfect, what kind of lighting and furnishing would frame it and so on. in this post therefore, with inspiration from elizabeth peyton's portraits i will try to ease this tendency to pair art with space!

elizabeth peyton's portraits are perfect material to make you daydream - modern with an aura of romanticism. this specific one is from the klara - 13 pictures collection exhibited at the michael werner gallery.
i picture a painting like this in a well lit space, preferably with bright natural light (like in the interior of a townhouse) and the surroundings would have to follow that same dream-like character. neutral furniture {6.} would be complimented by blue, nude and peachy shaded accents.
i became obsessed with this geometrical vase {1.} lenneke wispelway and it seems to follow classicism with modern minimalism in a perfect balance. that very balance, we would interrupt with some artsy pillows {2.} {4.} leisurely tossed over a light jaquard throw {3.} and all of the above combined over a classic and somewhat colonial carpet or rug {5.}.
as the sun sets and light gets dimmer, a unique and unexpected rope lamp {7.} would be perfect to create a mystical atmosphere in the room containing this painting.

do you ever wonder about art in your home? or decorate according to a piece you love?

xoxo!

FLOWER POWER AND A FLYING PARK!

during my little holidays, and while i was still very well and everywhere, i took some pictures of places i think you will like very, very much!
i went to the highline park and walked from 23rd street towards 16th as the sun was slowly setting and the light had that perfect evening hue as it bounced around the purply-blue flowers. the whole section looked like a set for "a midsummer's night dream".

this was a painted ad for the metropolitan museum of art and looked so beautifully vintage as a story illustration. but the flora was really, utterly irresistible and the hour (just after gallery hopping) was perfect as it is not so crouded as you can see...

as for the view - it was captivating!
click on to see the view and another flower find...