As I’ve said many times in this blog I love colors and one color that’s been buzzing right in my ears, closer than usual, is Cobalt Blue. It could be light or dark but without a doubt the dark tone is more powerful. I would love to paint a library or a TV room in this color and pair it with white. A lot of contrast and impact.
The cold weather is in full bloom and I happen to be looking for a coat. Now that magazines are introducing their Spring collection and many people are already buying them I’d rather think of a non-tailored coat. I’m a little bit tired of tailored coats or tailored clothes in general for that matter, they seem to me a little passe right now and more office-like than I prefer. Frankly, I don’t want to look like I just came out of work. Besides, coats that are not too fitted and tight seem to be a lot more modern and comfortable but still classic.
I found these very unique coats at very reasonable prices. Enjoy! Clockwise from top left, at Tenoversix, a winter white coat that would look great with a thin belt at La Garconne, bottom right at The Remedi and last one at Marni.
Pot rack is very functional way of organizing your cookware. Usually found in more traditional style kitchens it could also be used in transitional kitchen styles. Whether is for space reasons or for design effect hanging your pots on a rack above the kitchen island or above the stove is useful, beautiful and classic. Pot racks in kitchens can also be a great way of displaying collections for example not only pots and pans can be hung from it but also ceramics and kitchen utensils. If you are looking for inspiration below you can find a few pictures of kitchens displaying cookware on racks. I have my pots in a Lazy Susan in a lower corner cabinet which is pretty convenient I shall say. My chic copper collection however, enjoys a far better place in my built in book case above my kitchen banquette and I love to see them in the open everyday. Here are a few images with beautiful pots hanging from pot racks. Enjoy!
A very industrial kitchen with pots and pans displayed everywhere. Notice the food scale also hanging from the rack.
This is a very big island that functions as bookshelf and storage. The way the pots frame the pendants is aesthetically pleasing as well as functional.
Having everything in hand is an essential part of good living. Spices above the stove and olive oils in reach is a must for me. I also believe in breaking your kitchen into small spaces. A section for coffee for instance. It doesn’t need to be a whole station with integrated coffee maker or anything that fancy, by only assigning a tray with sugar, coffeemate or cream next to a regular coffee maker will make life easier and your mornings more enjoyable.
Images via Michael S Smith, Martha Stewart, Mick De Guilio, Decorology, Head over Heels, House Beautiful and Elle Decor.
Neutral tones that go from black to beige, lush rug, brass, velvet, mirror, antique fireplace mantel and just the right amount of natural light creates a very glamorous and romantic atmosphere.
Two canopy beds, both with some shimmer (glass, silver leaf), open side tables, and art wall/mirror create modern and airy take on tradition.
Fireplace as a focal point, height mounted curtains, upholstery furniture and a common layout.
These two rooms, above are different in layout but by sharing the same clarity in the rooms and the same color scheme they feel similar.
Global chic and a relaxed down to earth feeling are shared by these two rooms above.
The last two rooms above have a beachy intellectual atmosphere that is also relaxed.