This room means a thousand words to me.  That leather sofa screams comfort and cuddling and the Klismos brass chair says settle down now.  This sofa may have convinced me to let my husband get himself a leather…something.

This thing, perched inside an antique secretary, is Taylor, my friend Cathy Lerebours’s cat and he is a sweetheart.  He comes to greet me every time I go there and he likes to be pampered.  I couldn’t resist taking this picture of him.

We had a great time while in Brazil and looked at as many houses and flats as you can imagine.  I have photos to share with you in a few days.  At the end of our hunt we were debating between two great contenders, one on a 28th floor -I’m afraid of heights- and another on a 14th floor.  No need to say which one we picked.  I could never sleep knowing I’m so high from the ground.

On another note, while reading and trying to know more about Brazil I came across Costanza Pascolato.  The incredibly stylish Vogue Brazil contributor who is 73 years-old and looks incredible!  Italian-born, she is still photographed on the streets and very much admired by fashion bloggers.  I found some images of her home which is as stylish as she and wanted to share with you. 

Photos by Luis Gomes for de vida estilo

A Citrus tree because spring is awakening, revitalizing, and energizing which is everything a citrus tree will do for your home.  If you like that top picture as much as I do then you are just a better person.  There are a number of websites that sell them online (search for “indoor citrus tree”) and they’ll come up, although, I think the best way to get them is in person at a local nursery.

A Spring modern jacket or blazer because it’s time to put that trenchcoat on hold for the moment.  Really!  It’s a classic, you  know it, so you’ll wear it next year.  Layer that blazer on top of a cardigan and blouse or add an oversize scarf if you´re like me and get cold in a temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Espadrilles.  Besides signaling days of sand and beach, espadrilles are also very comfy on your feet.  They’ll be perfect for those flee market strolls.

A flamboyant pair of pants.  I don’t usually go by what others are wearing or thinking, but if it´s Olivia Palermo then that´s another story.  Just by wearing them, you´re already proving your strong personality.  People with strong personalities go far in life!

Anything with stripes on it because that’s a classic that you never want to put on hold.  An umbrella will come in handy for Spring season.

A neon clutch because they’re easy to carry and they pop.  Don’t forget your sunblock!

My hubby was telling me the other day “how come you don’t post much for guys?”  and he is right.  I have neglected the masculine side of this blog, which could also be very elegant, chic or beautiful.  I went moody today in color selections.  “Because they’re worth it!” Enjoy!

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.