More Chinoiserie in Paris

Valentino - Architectural Digest 

 

Has everyone been watching the Olympics in Paris? I have been and really enjoying it. A large number of the U.S. athletes are from or train here in Sarasota, Florida. I thought I would share another favorite chinoiserie filled French abode. This is Valentino's chateau just outside Paris.

The Olympics & Chinoiserie

Domino Magazine

I bet you didn't think I would do a post on the Olympics and chinoiserie. Oh ye of little faith. Well here we go. Especially after local Sarasota girl Emma Weyant medaled in swimming. Florida is second only to California for the number of summer Olympians. There are six Sarasota natives competing.

Vintage sports equipment and chinoiserie are a wonderful combination. I find this look especially charming in beach and vacation homes that tend to be more casual and outdoorsy. Perfect for an entryway or for a mudroom.

Here is some inspiration. These are my badminton and tennis racquets from camp when I was a little girl.

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One Room Challenge: Reveal Preview and Olympic Spoiler

No, I'm not going to ruin it and tell you who won all the gold medals today. But for those of you have been following the One Room Challenge, the reveal is tomorrow, Wednesday, August 1st. For all of you late night Olympic watchers, I will be posting my reveal at midnight tonight ET. Stop by for a little dose of Chinoiserie after the Olympics and let me know what you think of my Chinoiserie Chic kitchen makeover.