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.

23Nov

Introducing Julie and Ev

I am very excited to announce the creation of a long term project I have been working on: an online store focused on bringing artisanal craftsmanship crated from around the globe to your door. Julie and Ev.

Julie and Ev premium tabletop and home decor — A Autumnal Inspired table featuring our Geranium Leaf plate, French Laguiole flatware, rattan wrapped tumbler and many other beauties.

Launched only weeks ago after months of preparation, our own “Julie & Ev” online shop julieandev.com offers high-end, affordable, specially curated tabletops, homeware, linens, vases, centerpieces and decorative items. The overwhelming interest in the store has kept us very busy since then and we would like to thank you all for your support and interest!

06Jul

A Breath Of Summer 2020 And A Guide To The Most Scenic Films Throughout History

A very unusual summer is already upon us and I bet not many are venturing out to travel this year. We all know why… Luckily it doesn’t mean not traveling at all. Traveling via images or via Cinemas is not prohibited. Here are a few inspirational images that remind me of eternal summer and a link to Travel Via Cinema: A Guide to the Most Scenic Films Throughout History. Enjoy.

18Jun

6 Black Organizations To Support Because Black Lives Matter

I’ve been somewhat absent from this blog while being pretty busy working on our garden, soon I’ll share with you the before and after and some of the process. I’ve been also reflecting a lot on the current social situation of our country which was a long time coming. I am more than perplexed at the resurfacing reality of our racist system and how there are still organizations that all they can come up with is with the uncompromising phrase “We are listening” and “we are open”. As if they don’t know anything about this country’s history and as if they are in charge of deciding whether or not things should change. Many other so-called “influencers” haven’t even dared to use the phrase “BLACK LIVES MATTER” as if that was a request or even a debate.

I understand that the system as it has been designed had so far worked very well for a few selected individuals and they may not find any systemic change self-serving. But the reality is that when we lift each other we all win. We all deserve to live in peace and surrounded by beauty and we all deserve to be equally treated and have equal opportunities. Too many families are suffering from watching their loved ones being killed in the streets or being put in prison for minor offenses and not being able to do anything because there is nothing they can do. The system is designed to keep certain demographics out of society so they won’t vote. Too many families destroyed and left in poverty as a consequence of a lack of opportunities or being subject to rejections.

There is no time to think, to listen, or to be open. It’s time to start practicing that beautiful practice of equality and put our words into action. I’ve been always tried to make this blog an inclusive one and have always encouraged conscious buying. There is no better time than doing just that now. By supporting these organizations you are helping a common cause:

For a more comprehensive list of organizations to help go to New York Magazine.

26May

Janet de Botton House in Provence

I have posted bits and pieces of Janet de Botton’s house in Provence before, but I think it’s time to post the entire home. The estate located in Les Baux with great views over Les Baux’s barren was published in Vogue a few years back. Janet de Botton and her late husband Gilbert enlisted French decorator and landscape designer Jean-Louis Raynaud and his American partner Kenyon Kramer to create an elegant and sophisticated home with amazing gardens.

The home style is an exercise in restraint and elegance. Although every room is perfect as they are, today I would however update certain areas to make it more relevant. The magnificent gardens on the other hand, I would not alter. The expansive gardens are comprised of an elaborate late-17th-century-style box maze, an allée of more than three-hundred plane trees, an 18th-century Romanesque temple, a grove of ancient Spanish olive trees, a lake framed by apple trees and Japanese maples, a potager and, of course, fields of brilliant lavender.

19May

Live Beautiful: Designing A Chic Al Fresco Dining Space

If you follow me on Instagram, you might have noticed that we’ve been working really hard on our outdoor space, soon to be gardens. At the moment we are working in one area of the backyard to make it into an al fresco dining area. As more states are opening up to businesses, I think my family and I won’t be going to an indoor restaurant anytime soon. Outdoor living has never been more appreciated as in this current moment in history. I put together this chic ensemble for outdoor entertaining, just in case you were looking for some inspiration. Enjoy!

14May

10 Neutral Interiors That Aren’t Boring

I love color… colors are rich, they make us happy, and it’s everywhere in nature. Having said that, I sometimes crave neutral, black, and white spaces for a sense of repose and serenity. There is really no reason for debate: color, as well as style, finds its place every time. A modern home with a modern clean line interior architecture seems to find a better match in a neutral palette while a more traditional interior looks great with color.

This neutral from via Elle Decor has perfect nature stem color, grays, beiges, browns, and white. Although the daybed is striking, I can see it more in a transitional/office lobby space.