Travel Tuesday: Off to the Amalfi Coast ...

La Sireneuse is a luxury boutique hotel located in the center of the picturesque town of Positano overlooking the breathtaking views of the Amalfi coast. Privately owned by the Sersale family, it maintains the charm of an eighteenth century summer residence that it once was. Rooms are decorated with local antiques and artifacts that the Sersale family have collected over the years. John Steinbeck said of the Sirenuse and Positano “It bites deep. It is a dream place that isn’t quite real when you’re there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone”. All images via www.sirenuse.it

House Tour: Tea Room inside a Parisian Apartment

Shinsuke Kawahara is an illustrator and painter who specializes in design and theater set decoration … he has has built a Japanese tea room inside his 17th century Parisian apartment … this home is filled up with unrelated, fun, quirky objects and mismatched furniture ... and a collection of his own rabbit creations … take a peak!!! 

Earth Day Cocktails!

To celebrate Earth Day Week, we found a few Spirit Brands that are contributing to a better world through the use of wind generated power & the use of carbon offset passes and using Organic ingredients like Square One Vodka. The world's first Acai Spirit, VEEV, donates 1% of all sales rainforest preservation and environmental initiatives in addition to using only natural ingredients Sustainably Grown, Wild Harvested, & Fair Trade. And an all Organic Tequila, Casa Noble Tequila, practices 100% natural cultivation system in their land with the USDA Organic Certification. So drink up and drink better! We can all make a difference together!

Blueberry Acai Martini & Rosemary Passionfruit Martini

Trending Thrusday: Geometric Patterns

Geometric prints are all the rave right now, they can be seen in a variety of colors and palettes and range from rugs to furniture and artwork to accessories. The key in combining these dramatic and bold patterns is to balance the color scheme using neutral tones, mixed in with bright accents. Also avoid using to many patterns at the same time as that might create a sense of chaos.

1. Geometric Table Lamp 2. Quatrefoil Rug Taupe 3. Stick End Table 4. Gilbert Wall Mirror 5. Logo Pillow 6. Mimosa Frame

Travel Tuesday: A Brazilian Fishing Town

UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa features ten unique casas which blend into the historic center of Trancoso, a small fishing village on Brazil’s southern Bahian coast. Four casas are restored fishermen homes on the 16th century town green called the Quadrado, while six others sit in a lush garden. The casas were created by designer Wilbert Das in collaboration with local artisans using traditional building methods, reclaimed materials, and Brazilian antiques and art. The design blends rustic elements with contemporary comfort and roominess, and fuses in an innovative way indoor and outdoor living spaces to take advantage of a year-round, tropical climate. Via

All images via www.uxua.com

Mirror Mirror ... on the floor!

I love a lean free standing mirror that rests effortlessly against a wall ... not only does it bring light into a space but it also adds depth and drama especially if it is reflecting something beautiful on the other end. Just adding one bold piece sets the tone to a room ...

Get Juicy!

This week the New York Times focused on the 'Cold Pressed Juice' craze! So this weekend, after the happy hour cocktails...or even before...or why not with your cocktails! Check out Organic Avenue in New York, Pressed Juicery  in Los Angeles or Blueprint Juice at your local organic market, to add a bit of fresh to the weekend... or a much needed cleanse come Monday Morning!

Photo Illustration by Tony Cenicola/The New York Times

P.S. The alcohol part is at your own discretion...though might make for better weekend fun!

Trending Thursday: Rethink your floral

I know what you're thinking ... 'boring' but it doesn't have to be ... here are a few rules to make sure that these patterns don't make you feel like you are back in your grandmother's house - keep it simple, use it sparingly, go for 'abstract florals' or 'chinoiserie floral' or even better, stick to an understated classic floral motif.

Jimmy Choo Bolt Floral Print Python $1895.00

Artwork by Jean-François Debongnie. Image via Elle Decor

Fun floral print on sofa and drapery. Image via Elle Decor

Love the floral patterns used just as accents on the pendant and chair cushions. Image via

Silk hand painted wall covering by Fromental. Image via Elle Decor

Travel Tuesday: Song Saa Cambodia

Song Saa is a private island resort located in the Gulf of Thailand off the coast of Cambodia - a 35 minute boat ride from the port of Sihanoukville. Its 27 thatched villas are scattered over a forest-covered hill, along the water and on stilts; all the villas have secluded terraces and private pools. Perfect for honeymooners and people that really want to get away from it all.