Poly - Amazing.com

Finally I have found the equal to my fiance's video games. A site where I can spend countless hours killing my vision in the hopes of over-coming new challenges....polyvore.com. Whether created for facebook or hollywood stylists, I am totally in love with this new meta-site full of splendor.

On polyvore, you create an account then you can create endless amounts of dream rooms or dream outfits with products from a variety of stores and major retailers. The images used on polyvore even link back to the site where they are sold. I have found lamps, shoes, jewelry and other sites I did not previously know of. The major reason this site is amazing- is because now I can convince my fiance why I have to have the pink chairs- by showing him the visual.


I HEART POLYVORE.COM

For the stylish book worms

Books can get messy- especially if your home does not have built-ins or you don't have proper shelving. Fret no more- there are a ton of cute book ends online for very good prices. My current personal favorite is the purple Agate book ends from Jayson Home. The natural look pairs well with any palette- and provides a unique addition to any book shelf. I plan on using these ends to hold my cook books in a corner of my kitchen counter.

Umbrella-ella

Yes- Winter in SF is steadily approaching, which means rain, rain, rain.There are a ton of fun, flirty and functional umbrellas out that will not compromise your style. However there are no cute umbrella stands for the home. I have looked on urban, west elm, CB2, specialty stores and more, only to find cheap plastic stands.


Recently while flipping through my new SF MOMA store mag- I found the most unique umbrella stand I have ever seen- and actually priced under $200. The turquoise blue paired with the coral base- is clever design at best. Suddenly I can not wait for it to rain!

Grocery Chic

Us San Franciscans face a new challenge..... looking cute at the grocery store. With the new ban of plastic at the check out, we are all scrambling to find a cute spacious tote. I mean do you really want to carry an oatmeal-colored tote with your new muse bag?

Fashionistas stress no more, our Scandinavian friends have saved us from scrutiny. The Carrie shopping basket in white made from crochet tablecloths, is quite possibly the cutest new shopping accessory I have seen. In addition to grocery shopping it can double as a:
fruit basket, a laundry basket, a book holder or even..... a towel holder in your bathroom, and it is only $38.

Finally saving the environment and looking cute is possible.

Kitchen Cute

It can be extremely difficult to find cute accessories for the Kitchen, especially dish towels. Most come in green or red and white gingham prints, or are saturated with sunflowers.

One night while stopping by a friends art show in Hayes Valley, I spotted the sweetest little towel, meant for my kitchen. Sweet, functional and only $17 is the perfect hi-lo find.

The Perfect Pet

Everyday I dream of having a dog....unfortunately my lease and my boyfriend do not agree. However both parties do allow fish, but I can not envision a huge fishbowl in my decor. Most tanks and bowls are huge and extremely unappealing to the eye.

But as usual our friendly Canadadian friends at Target have developed a solution.....A wall-mounted fish bowl. Not only is this design modern and clever, it is perfect for the size fish I want to buy. The best part ever... it is only $17.

Go to Target.com now!

Go Gold

In a search for a pair of flats (another!), I found this super classy, versatile and easy to wear gold pair by Olivia Morris.

Her design style is feminine yet refined with a sense of humor. According to her: ‘Every girl should have a pair of gold shoes, like every girl should own a little black dress’. Although this statement is no news for me, her Delia flats ($670) are by far one of the few truly day-to-night flats out there.

With jeans and tee for day, or skirt with dark opaque tights for evening, these shoes will for sure make you stand out, in a chic shinny way, in the crowd.

Flying Carpet

Rug shopping is so daunting. It is hard to find the right size, a cool print, a durable blend, and most of all - not spend over $1000. I am a huge fan of white shag but realize how dirty my white jeans get when worn, so buying a white shag rug is an instant no. As my search continued, I found and fell in love with this bold Moroccan window rug by West Elm, not only for the visual appeal but for the price- a 3'x5' is only $89.

I plan to go all white with my guest bedroom by painting the walls bright white, White Saarinen tables, and white bedding. Of course I have to add gold lighting- because I do love gold, but my favorite piece will be the Moroccan Window Rug in chocolate and white. The rug allows me to incorporate bold color and ethnic flare with out maxing out my credit.

Honeycomb for your home

Many design enthusiasts are always searching for interesting lamps that have striking shape and bold color. Lamps are the perfect tool for creating ambiance and incorporating sculpture into your interior design.

However, it is quite challenging to find unique table lamps that don't cost over a grand. But thanks to the design team at Pier 1, the search is finally over. My personal favorite is the Etched Honeycomb table lamp in Kelly green . Believe it or not, this handcrafted, chisel-finished design with brass harp, and glass finnial can be purchased for less than $150.

I envision a pair of these lamps against a chocolate brown wall accented with white and a tiny hint of fuschia. Against any color in any room, this lamp is sure to transcend trends and make any room look fabulous.

This is Serious

Clearly - I love art. Many quirky little paintings find their way on my walls. But I truly love sculpture- especially sculpture I can hang on the wall. However, it is often tricky to find unique sculptures with out breaking the bank.

Last year when sourcing gifts for an event promotion I came across an amazing wall sculpture company - Serious Gnome. Their offbeat line of wall plaques are inspired by the vibrant fruit and floral plaques found on the walls of many homes in the 1930's and 40's. Each plaque is made by hand in their Brooklyn-based studio.

Whether hung in triplets or alone, these bold plaques make quite a statement. From skulls, to hearts, to poppies- there is a Serious Gnome for all homes.