Today is the day we celebrate Mother Earth and in that spirit, heres’s a round up of 8 fab eco-friendly finds. Happy Earth Day!!!
1. Abel Serving Boards, Jayson Home & Garden | 2. Want Les Essentials Organic Canvas Tote, SSENSE | 3. Marlo Jacquard Organic Bath Towel, Pottery Barn | 4. Syrian Recycled Glasses, Canvas | 5. Stitched Notecards made from recycled cotton paper, John Robshaw | 6. Rough Cast Plates made from recycled aluminum | 7. Senegalese Storage Baskets made from reclaimed plastic, Serena & Lily | 8. Aquasilk Ikat Rug hand spun in India from recycled silk saris, ABC Carpet
Roxy from the fab online home decor shop Society Social was recently featured in HGTV magazine and I was completely amused by this ”Everyday I’m Hustling” pillow that I spotted on her sofa. It adds such a spirited, tongue-in-cheek touch to the mix in her decor. And the phrase pretty much sums up the story of my life these days as a blossoming entrepreneur. Cue the Rick Ross song….
Top Row - Rams Mug: $8, Ceramic Vase: $35, Set of 4 notebooks: $10 | Middle Row – Geo Fabric Print Frame: $15, Paisley Platter: $25, Large Ceramic Vase: $40 | Bottom Row – Carry-on Upright Luggage: $90, Oval Platter: $35, Accent Rug: $25
Nigerian-born, british-based fashion designer Duro Olowu might not be a familiar name to the masses but his profile has steadily risen among fashion insiders since being featured in American Vogue in several years ago and now, with the debut of his accessible new line for JC Penney, Duro Olowu is certainly on his way to becoming a household name. Known for his vibrant fashions with bold, African-inspired prints and unexpected color combinations, Duro Olowu’s designs are a favorite among style icons like Michelle Obama and Solange Knowles and are sold through luxury fashion retailers such as Net-a-Porter and Maxfield. The Duro Olowu for JCP collection offers the perfect opportunity to get the look for less with everything priced under $90. wWe especially love that the line includes an awesome selection of home goods! Above are a few of our faves and below are the chic fashions we can’t get enough of!
Gingham Sweater $40, Metallic Brocade Skirt $40, Spike Bracelet $25, Leaf Print Tablet Case $25, Embellished Satin Heel $50. Full look available here.
L: Green Paisley Maxi Dress $60, Leaf Print Clutch $40, Leaf Print Heel $50, Enamel Cuff $30 R: Floral Ruffle Dress $50, Hex Bracelet $10, Swirl Bracelet $10, Raffia Tablet Case $25, Leaf Print Heel $50.
Left to Right: Plaid Tie Waist Dress $40, Raffia Satchel $40 and Leaf Print Heel $50 | Paisley Jacket, Gingham Short, Surf the Web Satchel and Leaf Print Heel: $25-$50, full look here. | Paisley Blouse, Black cuffed pant, Horn Necklace, Enamel Cuff, Iris Wood Framed Clutch, Embellished Satin Heel: $10-$50, full look here. | Jacquard Dress, Tassel Necklace, Plaid Shopper and Leaf Print Heel: $25-$50, full look here.
Photo via Lonny
One of my aboslute favorite pieces of occasional furniture is the always classic, highly versatile bar cart. In recent years, the bar cart has taken on a new multipurpose use in the home. Although it’s the perfect solution for those who love to entertain but don’t have room for a full bar, you don’t have to it just for serving drinks! You can repurpose your bar cart as a console table, styled up with a chic stack of books and a vase of pretty flowers, as additional storage for your favorite dinnerware and tabletop pieces, or even as a bedside table. From rattan or ultra-modern modern chrome to industrial looking metal or mod-inspired lucite, there are plenty of choices when it comes to style, although I’m particularly a fan of the more traditional French-inspired brass options. Here, I’ve rounded up the three best at high, low and mint condition vintage price points as well my favorite inspiration photos of some beautifully styled bar carts for your viewing pleasure! And another great tip if you’re looking to score a deal, is to scour Craigslist and eBay for vintage options. Try the search terms “bar cart” or “tea cart” and if you want to narrow down your search results even further, you can enter specific terms like, “brass”, “rattan”, etc. You’ll often find fabulous vintage options in great condition for under $100!
High: Arteriors Home Lisbon Bar Cart $1200 | Low: Jill Bar Cart $349 | Vintage: French Faux Bamboo Bar Cart $3980
Photo via Lonny
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I’m a huge fan of John Robshaw’s Indian printed textiles and soft goods… And as if his super soft, bohemian bedding wasn’t lust-worthy enough, I was pleased to learn that he’s just added a selection of oh-so-stylish beds and headboards to his ever-growing assortment of products. It’s no secret that Robshaw has had a long-time love affair with India and the influence can be seen in the three available headboard styles which feature shapes inspired by Indian and Moorish architecture. Each piece is handmade in the USA and customizable in your choice of 13 John Robshaw signature fabrics which are all hand block printed in India. Here are a few images which are so dreamy they’ll make you want to curl up and take a nap!
