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When a red chair is all you need...

Ikea's latest advertisement is just wonderful! The ad shows the power of a single chair, that just happens to be bright red. This two minute video acts as a life lesson, starring a elderly man who seeks to escape the monotony of life by purchasing a chair. Yep, just one red chair. It's quite motivating if I do say so myself, sometimes it's the little things that can spark the greatest inspirations.

I encourage you all to watch the video and then take a look at some interiors I found with the playful and bold burst of red seating. 

Heres how red can inspire both your decorating style and your life adventures!

Not just sitting pretty, but RED HOT!

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New York Fashion Week Street Styles

You might recall from my Fashion Week posts (circa February-March) that I love street styles! In fact, my favorite part of fashion week is exploring the galleries filled with the city chic fashionistas who journey from around the world to the year's biggest parties. Harper's Bazaar always does a wonderful job capturing a diverse and flawless collection of the best dressed fashion show attendees. I also found some great shots via Refinery 29. I know the most important part of fashion week is what struts down the runway, but I find the street sashay-ers JUST as important. I love that they experiment with trends while still holding true to their personal style. It's not hard to discover that I am quite a conservative dresser, so my favorite street styles tend to stick with the timeless and classic pieces. 

Here are some of my favorites:

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Galitzine wear

While playing magazine catch-up the other weekend, I came across a lovely article in W about Galitzine. Irene Galitzine was a Russian princess who designed silk dress suits, creating evening pants and matching tops. Her styles took off in the 1960s and she had many popular fans including Sophia Loren, Wallis Simpson, and Jackie Kennedy. Diana Vreeland referred to them as "palazzo pyjamas." The effortlessly chic style was sported best by the designer herself. Barney's New York is carrying a modern-day version of the time, attracting the stylish set, "Women are so overwhelmed with fashion, these clothes speak more about style." I couldn't agree more! I love the look.

Read below a note from Jackie Kennedy to the designer circa early 1963:

"Dear Irene, 

I was so touched at your thoughtfulness in sending me your marvelous pajamas for Christmas. Thank you so much. 

I wish you could see us down here; it's like a Convent -- Jayme, Marella, Lee and I are in uniform every night!

We will be having a party like the one you missed February 14 or 15 to say Goodbye to Eugene Black, who is leaving the World Bank. You will get an invitation soon but I so hope you can come that I thought, perhaps, if I told you now, you could plan ahead for it.

The happiest New Year to you and Syivie, and we hope to see you soon.

Affectionately, 

Jackie"

Read Barney's The Window to learn more about Sergio Zambon's Galitzine revival.

                        

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post party as the sun's rising

Monday morning sleepies, for sure!

I had a BLAST at Diner en Blanc this weekend. Check Instagram for some of the shots. OR if you're FB friends with me, I posted an album. The event was absolutely magical, although I am royally pooped!!

Hope you have a wonderful week, toodles!

 

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At home with Ralph Lauren

One of my favorite life-stylists is featured in one of my favorite magazines! While reading Architectural Digest this weekend, (Labor Day was my summer mag catch-up time) I was treated to a wonderful feature on the American stylist who is celebrating 30 years in the Home Decor business. Ralph Lauren is one of the most successful life-style brands and it was great to take a peek at some of the namesake designer's properties. Below, you will see snap-shots of his Madison Ave office, Bedford Home (my fav) and Colorado home...including the most fabulous teepees you will ever find!

Ralph Lauren has inspired generations with his vision of classic, effortless, and powerful designs that transcend simply your wardrobe and home by truly becoming a way of life. He is the model for all aspiring life-stylists because he has been able to create his pieces in a style that best suits a life he'd love to live. His vision seems to be on par with countless others as his brand remains ever successful and he continues to inspire not only his own life, but the lives of many others as well.

   "I came at everything with a sense of how I would want to live." 
- Ralph Lauren

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school days

One of my best friends heads back to the classroom today! 

Another good friend started teaching yesterday, and I have to say with both of them beginning work that they love so much (early childhood ed + art ed)

 today is the perfect day to be inspired with "back to school" and share one of the most creative spaces in the world...the art room!

I have always loved the eclectic-ness of art classrooms and remember being in awe of the art studio at my grade school. Every square inch of the walls were decorated with posters of timeless masterpieces. Cabinets were stacked with books featuring biographies of famous artists, snapshots of museums around the world, and instructional features on the many facets of the subject area. Color wheels and mobiles hung from the ceiling, paper scraps overfilled boxes and drawers, and empty coffee cans stood scattered around the room holding paint brushes sticking out in every which way. The tables had more layers of paint than I could count and we'd chip off piece by piece, only to discover another bright color below. The chalk board (of what was left uncovered) had half-erased sketches of animals, dancers, and other forms which seemed so effortless when drawn by the teacher....but were ALWAYS impossible for me to create. 

It was an absolute mess, but the most inspiring mess I have ever found. 

 Art is so important to me. I never had the raw talent, but have always held a strong appreciation for the subject matter. In fact, my blogging has been my ability to channel my own art and appreciation for the creative field. I was just recently invited to join ArtsWave's YP board, and I am so excited to begin work for the Arts in Cincinnati.  I hope to get better immersed in cultivating the arts culture.

Most importantly, I am thrilled to see how my dear friends make the world a little bit better by sharing their creative and nurturing wisdom on the world with a little bit of love and lots of imagination. 

Here's to getting lost in your own magical, creative space!

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Labor Day

Happy Labor Day everyone!!

This is the first time since high school that I have had the day off. The life of a private college student... The weather isn't supposed to be too great today, but I am planning on tackling projects that have been sitting on my "to-do" list for awhile. I know, nothing super fun or relaxing, but it's great to just have a slow day with a relatively open agenda. 

What are your plans for the holiday?

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