LOL Chinoiserie

Dynasty Twist Vine Umbrella Stand

 

This is too funny not to share. An umbrella stand with a ginger jar top. I suspect whomever setup for the photo shoot was either drunk, not too bright, or trying to be humorous.

Heading Into Fall @ CCC

CCC

 

Pumpkins have started arriving at Publix and I am getting the itch to start fall (and Halloween) decorating. I even found that my boxwood dog has already started wearing her witches' hat. She just couldn't wait.

J.McLaughlin Sale & Splurge

Venus Palm Tree Heels

My favorite thing about Florida is the palm trees. They fill the landscape, my garden and my home. I also have a great pair of palm tree earrings. The palm tree shoes above are a collaboration of Frances Valentine with J.McLaughlin. I have been eyeing these since they launched in April.

Meg Braff's New Book

Gracious Interiors by Meg Braff

 

I just learned that not only will Charlotte Moss' new book be released on September 8, but another of my favorite designers Meg Braff has her second book due out on the same day. The book cover is a room I love - her living room in her home in Locust Valley, New York.