Julie & Ev Launches Signature Linen Collection

Beautifully designed by Julie Paulino, our hand block printed linen collection is made to celebrate being together again.

Our Floret linen collection as seen here in Villa Mahal in the Turkish Riviera.

It’s been a long time coming and our Julie & Ev signature linen collection is finally available. Our hand block tablecloths, placemats, and napkins are printed on 100% cotton by artisans in Jaipur, India. With three different design styles that range from blue and white to pink and neutrals, Julie & Ev hand block print linen collection is sure to delight everyone around the table.

At the table is when we pass our values to our children, share with them our most valuable advice, and celebrate our joyous moments. This linen collection was made to celebrate amongst our loved ones and friends. Whether it is a promptus Sunday brunch, a formal dinner, or a solo dine-in at home, the designs of this Julie & Ev new linen collection is an appreciation of good life.

12Jun

Why don’t you: Have An Outdoor Shower In Your Backyard

mediterrenean outdoor shower with ivy tree and grable foor

Now that it is practically summer here in the States; I can’t stop thinking about how convenient it would be to have an outdoor shower where to wash off the day under the burning sun or during sunset. In our case, for example, having an outdoor shower would be not only a luxury but very convenient, for instance, our son, Lucas would frequently use it especially after coming back from many of his summer camps.

We can all consider bathing alfresco as one of the most natural things to do it connects us with nature; when design with luxury and function in mind, an outdoor shower can become the best of the treats. Below, we rounded up 12 Open-Air Showers ideas that will make you feel you are in an eternal vacation.

Hydrangeas and other flower trees frame a great outdoor shower in this shingle home. Desigby Malone Interior Design.

10Jun

Sophisticated County Style: 12 Sophisticated Country Rooms

sophisticated country office design, Bunny Melon

The Antigua residence of Bunny Mellon.

Often when some hear the word country style or interior design, the first images that come to their mind are unpainted wood, rust metal furniture, and rough, textural walls and floors surfaces, however, there is also another kind of country style that is also sophisticated and refined. It’s true that I love urban and polished interiors, but I also love and enjoy being in a sophisticated country space for many different reasons, but mostly for its coziness and inviting feel.

07Jun

15 Father’s Day Gifts for Every Dad in your Life

What to buy every man in your life this Father’s Day, from the avid reader to the tech-obsessed, this gift guide covers all. Whether you are looking for gifts for your stylish brother, your devoted husband, or your foodie father-in-law, we are listing the best gifts out there for every father in your life. My Father’s Day Gift guide from last year is still relevant today and so is the one from two years ago, here.

Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable by Tim S. Grover. For more than two decades, legendary trainer Tim Grover has taken the greats—Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and hundreds of relentless competitors in sports, business, and every walk of life—and made them more significant.

05Jun

La Bastide de Gordes: Ideal Escapes

la bastide de gordes, view of the medival town

I miss the flexibility that living in Europe provides. The ease of traveling throughout the vicinity countries and getting to experience first-hand the beauty of its cities. The tiniest unknown of towns will impress you with its own beauty and authenticity. La Bastide de Gordes is located in its namesake town, in the Luberon region of the South of France.

Gordes is one of Provence’s prettiest hilltop villages, one of those magical villages that can immediately take you back in time. Dominated by its magnificent medieval castle and the Saint-Firmin church, characterized by its peasant past as well as the splendors of sixteenth-century nobility, it’s easy to lose yourself in the cobbled alleyways that wind between the towering houses made from dry stone.

29May

One of my favorite homes # 2: J. Randall Powers

I’m reposting this beautiful and elegant home, originally published seven years ago since I’m working this week in New York City. I’ll be back on regular posting schedule next week.

Now that we’re moving into a new home, I’ve been revising my favorite homes and this one designed by J. Randall Powers is one of those. Powers is an Interior Designer based in Houston, Texas. One of my favorite things about this home is how none of the furniture actually relate to each other but the combination of all of them is pure genius, fresh and elegant. How is it that Elle Decor described it? “Cool and Elegant”. The first image below made the cover of Elle Decor magazine when the house was published and no wonder why… J. Randall Powers style is one that is transitional. Randall perfectly combines furniture of different styles and eras and make them look cohesive and most importantly livable. His interiors are free of excess and useless items instead they are full of comfort looking items.

This is the shot that was used in the cover of Elle Decor. The cabinet and coffee table were designed by Powers.

Lovely composition of upholstered, bare wood and mirrored furniture. The symmetry in the art and convex mirror brings stability to the informality of the furniture placement.

24May

The Chicest Memorial Day Weekend Outfit

Even though I consider myself a modern woman in beliefs and way of living, I sill like traditions, as a matter of fact, I’m a traditional girl at heart, so let’s keep this Memorial Day weekend outfit traditional with a modern twist, shall we? After all, that take on style, it’s not only limited to interiors.

Photo via Vogue Magazine