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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Monday, June 28, 2010
suspened btw the earth & sky...bliss
Unbelievably the sun keeps shining here!
If like me, you love escaping to the bottom of the garden or any other 'space' come to think of it then what better than making yourself comfortable suspended between the earth & sky in a hammock.
Hammocks come in all shapes and sizes & even come free standing - no trees needed!
today i'm wearing....vogue uk
Have you heard about Vogue Uk's 'today i'm wearing' feature??
Ever stuck for something to wear or how to obtain that elusive style that others seem to pull off without even trying?
Every month Vogue feature a different style icon with daily updates on what they are wearing -
April - Olivia Palermo via
May - Daisy Lowe via
NOW - Julia Restoin-Roitfeld via
It goes without saying that each and everyone of us has our own unique style & so embrace that difference & be inspired to try new things!!
My current 'favorite' in the style stakes is Alexa Chung she was featured in February via
Saturday, June 26, 2010
oi soi oi...goodness gracious me
Oi Soi Oi which is Vietnamese for Goodness Gracious Me is another danish find...and what a great find!
Founded in 2007 by Christina Thobell & Britt Goodall, Oi Soi Oi produces all of it's products in villages around Hanoi by family-run workshops.
The corner stone of the Oi Soi Oi concept is respect for the people they work with: their customers, their suppliers in the workshops and the many more who contribute to making Oi Soi Oi such a success in really, very little time.
Just from viewing the website briefly I have found countless wonderful accessories for the home - ceramics, textiles to name but a few...
The following stock Oi Soi Oi products in the Uk - failing that i'm sorry to say you'll have to make a trip to Denmark.. and all things considering with so many devine interior finds coming from Denmark i'd be the first to go and pay a visit!!
Plümo, The Chocolate Factory via.
Sally Bourne Interiors via.
Petersham Nurseries via.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Thursday, June 24, 2010
pia ulin....
Pia Ulin is a swedish photographer who specialises in shooting interiors - her work embraces life and her lifestyle images breathe energy...
I love these particular shots from Morroco - & as I have featured time & time again it is the simple white finish for the walls and then the furnishings which make the space. So simple but so very effective.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
everybody out....
Long may the sunshine last pleasssseee ......
The UK is being blessed by wonderful weather at the moment and what better excuse than to show you some more stunning images to inspire you all to dine outside...
This is the second time I have blogged about al fresco living. In the first blog entitled 'inside out' back in February I wanted to inspire you to venture outdoors - to live under the stars..
This time around it is primarily to whet your taste-buds a little more to the marvels of dining out with some stunning images I have found...
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
tribal embroidered purses...
Bored of your current purse & tired of seeing the same styles & designs everywhere...Be original & snap up one of these stunning purses from tribal trappings.
purses-hmong embroidery work
antique wedding apron - example of vivid colour & detailed craftsmanship
Using an ancient form of Asian embroidery 'Hmong' - which utilizes a melange of techniques including applique, as well as chain, running and cross stitch.
Each purse is lined in black cotton, with a zipper closure and a back of black hemp cloth
The purses come in small & medium sizes and are available via.
Medium purses (4'' x 6") $13
Small purses (3.25" x 5') $9
Tribal Trappings is a great website with some wonderful one of pieces of textiles, jewelry & fine art from all over Asia.
Have a look at the antique wedding aprons - the colours are out of this world..Mounted they make great wall hangings.
Monday, June 21, 2010
house doctor to the rescue....
Have you heard about House Doctor?
A danish family run company offering furniture and interior design products to discerning consumers with an interest in interior design.
My 5 x favorite picks -
great & different carpets!
elegant trays that would work anywhere in the home
sumptuous fabrics with cotton fill - superb throws
wonderful wicker - House Doctor actually seems to have some nice wicker!!
candle holders - there are 100's to choose from...
With their HQ in Denmark - where all the designing is done, they produce 2 x collection a year. This means that there are always exciting & in my opinion, beautiful furnishings for every taste available...
Their online catalog illustrates what they have on offer - I couldn't flick the pages fast enough & the good news it that they are represented throughout Europe. For list via.
Yet again, another Scandinavian design house comes up trumps!
Thanks to Beauty Comma blog for introducing me to House Doctor.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Saturday, June 19, 2010
baby steps.....
me!
I'm happy!! Glancing through the Saturday Telegraph magazine this AM I noted that 2 x items featured TODAY in the design & fashion section I have ALREADY featured!! DT yur are so passe!!! jjejeje.
Memory Jog :
14/4 coral inspired accessories
6/6 moroccan influenced tiles
Ok, the feeling smug is over - I do know is that I wouldn't be featuring anything here if it wasn't for the inspiration I get from the incredible people & places I have been fortunate enough to know. I am in-debited to all & I feel just, very lucky to have had my eyes open to so many beautiful things...
I have a long way to go - lalamoon is only in it's infancy but with 6 months planned in India come September & a lot of hard graft on the conceptual and business side before then.. I'm going to do it!
Headaches at the moment = website & trying to find a mentor. Anyone got any ideas...
Friday, June 18, 2010
best kept secret...winterwell
....the biggest little festival!!
'mano de dios' I LOVE... & nothing to do with Diego Maradonna!
Winterwell kicks off today, in a field somewhere in the Cotsworlds... I can't tell you where, because I wont know until I arrive ! WHAT FUN even if I am there working...
This is the 3rd year of Winterwell - the 'biggest'' little' festival & it is fast becoming the most whispered-about secret in the festival calendar & the ultimate jewel in the crown...
I stumbled upon Winterwell when trying to find out where Mano de Dios were playing this summer. Cue - a vibrant upbeat mix of Spanish Rumba and Gypsy swing. INCREDIBLE!
The band spearheaded by the divine Jackson Scott formed two years with their friendship and style evolving through their shared passions for the rhythms, romantiscim & songs which make up their sound today.
More info on Winterwell via ...& the latest news is there are a few day tickets being released for tomorrow & Sunday too!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
shoot for the stars....shabd simon-alexander
I LOVE ...
summer storm leggings $120 usd
- Made in the United States. Hand dyed in New York
- Cotton/spandex jersey (95% cotton / 5% elastane)
shabd simon-alexander leading the way in hand & tie dying
big bang bag $150 usd
- 100% hand woven cotton from Mexico
- 16 x 19" with rope handles and interior pocket at top
- Fully lined in ivory 60% polysester/40% cotton
aurora tights $130 usd
- 75% cotton, 20% supplex, 5% nylon
crystalline silk scarf $140 usd
- 44 x 44" or 22 x 90" @ $165 usd
- Unisex silk scarf with hand rolled edges
Designer and artist Shabd Simon-Alexander has created a limited edition collection of hand dyed clothes, inspired by Hubble telescope photos of worlds being born and stars dying.
Her simple feminine shapes with attention to fabric combinations and compositions bring design, chance and chaos into a perfect balance.
I predict that this is only the start & there will be more and more interest in tie & hand dying in the coming seasons... so be sure to be ahead of the rest and shop NOW!
Sadly Shabd's collection only feature in a handful of US boutiques at the moment BUT you can get hold of these amazing creations via
www.shabdismyname.com
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