Tag Archive | "luxury"

Outdoor Wicker Chairs: Four Splurge and a Steal

Outdoor Wicker Chairs: Four Splurge and a Steal

I gathered a few items to make you dream before the weekend. I finished with a steal at Pottery Barn. Neoteric produces upscale outdoor furniture with a remarkable design. Sampan and Iraya are two stunning daybeds. From the 2007 collection of B&B Italia, a huge women pattern built the structure of the Canasta circular sofa designed [...]

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The Piramide Portable Outdoor Lighting and the Sahara Planters by Gandia Blasco

The Piramide Portable Outdoor Lighting and the Sahara Planters by Gandia Blasco

If you recalled the tipi by Gandia Blasco, you know that their design is unique and trendy. This Spanish family-run company mastered the art of creating atmosphere for upscale and sensual party on a beach, by the pool or in a big backyard. Have a look at their latest lighting addition. It is spectacular! The Lampara [...]

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The Glamour behind the Ensombra Parasol

The Glamour behind the Ensombra Parasol

This is not a new product but these pictures are stunning. It feels very old LA. I love the mood. I am not certain.  The Ensombra may have been introduced in 2006 by Gandia Blasco.  This folding parasol has the base and the pole made of thermolacquered iron.  while phenolic plates are used for the slats. [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, ORGANIZING | April 13, 2009

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A Dressing Room for my Organizing Monday

A Dressing Room for my Organizing Monday

A walking closet like that is every woman dreams. It reminds me of Carrie’s super dressing room that she never used in the Sex in The City movie.  It is fun to get ready for a party or in the morning in a spacious dressing room. I used to have one before I converted the [...]

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CAKES, DINING, SPECIAL occasions | January 23, 2009

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Delightful edible art by Cakegirls

Delightful edible art by Cakegirls

It has been a while since I talked about amazing cake decorations. Instead of googling cake makers, I went through my bookmarks on delicious. This is how I remember Cakegirls located in Chicago. I love this naturally chic yellow 3-tier cake. The design is so simple yet it is truly original. This is not [...]

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TRAVEL | January 10, 2009

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Get Inspired by Glamping for Your Next Outdoor Party

Get Inspired by Glamping for Your Next Outdoor Party

It feels strange to talk about a summer outdoor party in a middle of a cold winter day – it’s -15C here – but I could not pass on this story. A travel trend is luxury camping with five star accommodations. You sleep in a comfortable bed set in a 10-feet tent equipped with furniture. You [...]

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Home Accessories to Get More Organized

Home Accessories to Get More Organized

It feels great to start the New year with a clean slate. If you dream of a tidy house, these modern style organizers should help keep your New Year’s resolution. During the Holiday, we travel more with our pets. Now that our two cats enjoy a car drive, we bring them when we go for [...]

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Spheric by Mumm for a Luxurious Holiday Party

Spheric by Mumm for a Luxurious Holiday Party

We will only admire this contemporary item from far. I show you the pictures because each Spheric by Mumm sets the tone for a Holiday table. What it is? For the 2008 Holiday season, FX Balléry Design imagined 5 giant Murano glass bubbles to symbolize unique Christmas baubles. Inside each blown glass ball rests a G.H Mumm [...]

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Vintage Wood Style Toys and My Toy Exchange Party

Vintage Wood Style Toys and My Toy Exchange Party

Toys can be eyesores in a house. Let’s face it toys take place. If you can afford them, try to opt for something else that the mass-produced plastic kind. You can get at Land of Nod high-end toys with a cute vintage vibe. Since kids outgrow or get tired of their toys fairly quickly, [...]

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HOME + GARDEN, HOME decor | October 3, 2008

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Modern Round Furniture

Modern Round Furniture

I saw those on the 2008 catalogue of the Conran Shop. I enjoyed the fun design of Mr Impossible Chair by Philippe Starck. Mr Impossible (it is a reference to him, lately?) was launched at the 2007 Milan Furniture Fair. Mr Impossible exhibits a tension between the opaque seat and the translucent base. The two [...]

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DINING, TABLEWARE | September 29, 2008

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Mesmerized by Jardins du Monde Tableware by Juliska

Mesmerized by Jardins du Monde Tableware by Juliska

I am on the market for a new dinnerware set for at least one year. The problem with what I do for living is that I see so many gorgeous that it is hard to choose which one I like the best. Selecting the Right Dinnerware for Your Lifestyle I am gathering a guide on how to [...]

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GIFT IDEAS, GIFTS for him | September 10, 2008

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A Twist on the Personal Concierge Laundry Service with Laundry Locker

A Twist on the Personal Concierge Laundry Service with Laundry Locker

I do not often talk about laundry other then how to organize your laundry room but Laundry Locker’s service seems heavenly to me. This is one of many cool business ideas spotted in Springwise. Your Personal Concierge Laundry Service Imagine having the freedom to drop off your dirty clothes for dry cleaning or for the wash and [...]

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