Art + Interiors: Polished Vintage...

I stumbled upon this gorgeous photography while perusing Etsy and I just fell in love. I love the weathered, golden, vintage feel to them. They emit warm, relaxation with a healthy sense of wonder. I feel like I could just hop on that Vespa and ride on through the sunset without a care in the world.

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Live in it...

Sculpture via Ateriors. rug via West Elm. Chair via Rogan. Daybed via Oly. Pendant via Arteriors. End table via West Elm. Mirror via Arteriors

And I have to say, there is something to the mix of black, brown and gold that I absolutely adore. Whether in attire or interior, the palette reads indie chic that can be easily polished with a little addition of chrome to pull the whole thing together. I love this look for a down-to-earth sophisticate who hasn't lost their sense of adventure. Mix in a few personal souvenirs and you've got a warm and polished place to call home. Enjoy!

Art + Interiors: The emergence of beauty...

"Old as I am I continue to be amazed at the sudden emergence of daffodils and stories."

- Ernest Hemmingway

I stumbled upon this gorgeous photography by artist Maleah Matthews and I just had to do a post on it. I love the slightly blurred images drenched in sunshine and stillness. They remind me to take a moment to just breath and notice the world around me. As much tragedy and heartbreak there is in the world things continue to bloom, dreams continue to come true, and people continue to love. Check out Maleah's website for more gorgeous works of art. http://www.maleahmatthews.com/ 

Live in it...

from top left..wallpapers via http://www.wallpapercollective.com/. bed via http://www.anthropologie.com/. sideboard via http://www.fourhands.com/. paint via Benjamin Moore. rug via http://www.ochrestore.com/. end table and chandelier via http://www.arteriorshome.com/.

I love the subtle, delicate hues from Maleah's work, these pieces prove there is a way to bring pastels to a space without referencing the baby's room. This well-traveled look with a floral touch is sure to make you feel light and airy the moment you step into the room, enjoy!

Art + Interiors: Textile Luxury...

Often in life we have to learn from the past to be able to look forward. ,In the same way, a lot can be taken from traditional art forms as well and given a fresh look they can be breathtaking. This tradition Indian Karuppur textile does just that. The brilliance of  the rich red dye the golden thread gives a feeling of decadence to an organic form. And it is quite fitting as the textiles were often gifted as dresses of honor in the late eighteenth century. Even more inspiring is the hand work that went into each stitch of a piece like this, undergoing a meticulous process of weaving and dying. The result is something so delicately stunning, I'm in love...

Live in it...

from top...table via http://www.irisfurnishings.com/. wall decor via http://www.arteriorshome.com/. end table via http://www.arteriorshome.com/. bedding via http://www.johnrobshaw.com/. antique red glassware. tea set http://www.anthropologie.com/. end table http://www.marjorieskourasdesign.com/. rug via http://www.abchome.com/

I love the idea of fusing a look of well traveled tradition with modern glamour and these pieces do just that. The Karuppur textile makes me want to put a modern golden end table atop a traditionally woven rug. And with the most powerful colors surrounding you how could you not feel like

 nobility? Enjoy!