The Emerald City

Have you ever seen something and realized you kind of liked it, even though it is something that you normally wouldn’t? This happens to me from time to time, and I think it might have happened again… : )

The culprit was this emerald dress from Elie Saab.

Elie Saab, Spring 2012

It first caught my attention while I was looking through the Spring 2012 designer collections on Style.com, and the second time was a charm when I saw it again on one of my favourite blogs, This is Glamourous.



As much as it surprised me, I just think this dress is very pretty. It is very dramatic, but with a simple design and lines, it is not over-the-top.  I’m afraid it has made my wish-list along with this softer dress from Elie Saab.

Elie Saab, Fall 2011 Ready to Wear

Despite the attraction, I don’t think I would ever be brave enough to wear a dress as bold as the emerald dress, but  there is nothing wrong with dreaming, right? : )

xoxo

Globe-o Collecto

I am always on the lookout for old, antique globes when I'm perusing the aisles of thrift stores, at flea markets, on etsy, or anywhere else I can find em. I just love decorating with globes. I think it adds so much interest and culture to a room, especially when you have your collections grouped together.

I've so far amassed two globes for my collection. One is from my younger years - my parents bought me a globe for Christmas one year, and the other is a mini bank globe similar to this little guy that I found at a flea market for 5 buckaroos.

Just check out these amazing rooms with globe collections. The make me want to do a little happy dance :)



All photos can be found via my Pinterest board: Make a House a Home



If I could wrap the globe, I would give you the world. - J Cole

Have a great weekend everyone! xoxo

No Jute About It

I am absolutely in love with jute rugs. I am currently in the market for one now, and am having some trouble deciding on the colour. For those of you who don't know what jute is: jute is a plant fiber that is extremely durable and renewable. You can read more over at Front and Main where they did a lovely feature on jute rugs.

With so many different variations, colours and options for jute rugs - it's hard to decide what exactly I'm looking for. One thing I know for sure...I am buying a jute rug and doing some carpet layering. Mmmmhmmm, check out these fantastic rooms with rug layering galore.



Lauren's super, cute apartment (from Live Happy Inspired) was recently featured on Apartment Therapy. I just love the layered rugs. Brings so much dimension and fun into a room.



Jute and zebra. Yes please!



I might have posted this room already, but I just can't get enough!

Le sigh. Until I can find the right fit, I'll be daydreaming of my perfect jute rug. One day we will be together, I swear it - a little dramatic? no....

Tata for now :)

P.s.

Happy, Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope your day is filled with family, friends, food, and very full bellies. : )

All the Pretty Horses

Being Thanksgiving, I thought I would write about something that is both very Fall, and very all-American Canadian. ; ) Riding pants. Joining blazers and riding boots, riding pants are the most recent addition to the category of equestrian wear as every-day wear.

With not-so-humble beginnings, equestrian clothing was a member of that elite class of trends made iconic by Jackie Kennedy, who would come to her classes at Vassar in her riding clothes.

 In his homage to everything classic, Ralph Lauren then solidified equestrian clothing as an American staple.

Practical and stylish, I think riding pants should join riding boots and blazers as a fashion staple... At least they will in my book. : )

xoxo