Tortoise is our Friend

After yesterday's post with the tortoise shell print coffee table, you know I just had to explore further. There's something about it that connotes a certain air of prestige. I completely forgot about the Pier1 lamp I've been drooling over since the day we met at the store a month ago. The website only had the floor version, but lucky for me I took a pic with my phone at the store: Such a cute vignette with the map in the background, etc. Tip I learned in class: always decorate in odd numbered groups, like these 3 vases. It's much more appealing to the eye.
Let's just hope this is not real, because it's entirely possible to get a fake tortoise shell, but doesn't it add something fun to the room?
I gasped when I saw this tortoise shell mirror. So amazing!

I almost purchased these in the pump version when they were on sale, but restrained myself. J.Crew still has the flats available:
I wear my Michael Kors watch religiously. It's the best watch I've ever owned, and now I may need to add another to the collection: (it's also available in an all brown version)
Remember the UK Store Asos I talked about? Check out this ring for $14!
The definition of a well designed clutch, by none other, Stella McCartney. This bag wouldn't have been near as sweet if it didn't have the tortoise clasp.I've been on a mission for the perfect pair of tortoise glasses for months. I think I found a cute Burberry pair, but am still undecided. These are by Ray-Ban, a little different from my style, but I can still appreciate:

Zebra Accents

Zebra prints are such a fun way of incorporating some black and white into you life. See what I mean:

If the owner of this lovely little living space had decided to put the chair anywhere else, this design would not have been near as cool: Now this is bold. We're not talkin, oooo I'm so crazy, I added a zebra throw pillow to my couch, this is I slapped zebra print all over my walls and then threw in a tortoise print coffee table for good measure. And it totally works. (P.S. I am on the hunt for that coffee table as we speak...)

The zebra print throw rug added in this space gives it such an amazing face lift. Love the barcelona chairs back to back with the couch. It creates two living spaces in one big room:

Ah, zebra in the fashion world. This can get a little scary. Which is why I prefer to use this print as an accent to my outfit, i.e. a little blouse peeking out of a sweater or blazer, etc.

DVF scarf from Shopbop, but I'd wait for a sale:
I actually really like this bag, and it's only $25 at New York & Company! Really cute, no?
And for just a touch of wild, these cute Tory Burch flip-flops. Let's cross our fingers and hope we can wear them soon:

Rope Details

This lovely little weaving of rope has been catching my eye lately. After this post, I'll bet it will be catching yours, too!

I could not find who was the maker of this awesome server ware, but Jayson Home & Garden has a similar tray that's a little too pricey for my wallet. But this store is really amazing, regardless.

Tom Felicia's nautical inspired pad:

If I had a beach house, this is what would be happening:

William & Sonoma Home's crisp, hotel-esque rope sheets:As stated in an earlier post, Milly's spring collection is swoon-worthy. The rope trim on this shift would be my go-to swimsuit cover-up. Banana Republic's rope belt (P.S. 25% off President's Day Sale ends today!):

Has anyone ever been to Asos.com. It's based out of the UK, but their clothes are beautiful and the price-tags are even more attractive. Love this swimsuit for $40!
Cutest flats ever for $14.99? Sold. (at Charlotte Russe)

Happy Valentine's Day!

I hope everyone has a romantic Valentine's Day this weekend! (Even if it's with your best bud or dog.)I've included some lovely images to commemorate the day:

These images are from the Valentine's Day tea party I threw last year for my girlies:

How unexpected is this rug?

And some hottie dresses:

Lonny Mag: Issue 3

YAY! So excited, Lonny Magazine issue #3 is up! Click here...now!

Holy Grommets

Is it just me or is grommet detailing popping up everywhere? I think grommets contribute a punk-like edge to otherwise neutral designs.
I always prefer curtains with grommets for the rod. They just look so much more modern:
Have an ugly table? This is a great idea to hide out and it looks super easy to make. I also like how they used a piece of mirror to sit on top:


I thought it would be a cool idea for a grommet lampshade, and only found this design. Not the best one, but I think it would make for an awesome design:
This mirror is called a grommet mirror, found via Remodelista.

I know I talk A LOT about Forever21, but I just love it. Where else can you pick up a whole ensemble for $75? They have a ton of grommet pieces right now:



And who could forget my other lover, J.Crew. The grommet parlour bag comes in two styles:

Snow Day!

We have massive amounts of snow here in PA today, so no work for me! Too bad I brought home tons of work anticipating this. Anyway, enjoy the snow!