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If I had my way .........

This week,or rather the last few weeks have been all about weddings and wedding preparations.Two very dear friends of mine are getting married this month, and the usual craziness of searching for saris and sorting out blouses has driven me completely balmy. Each wedding means 6 or 7 events from cocktails to brunch to the actual wedding days and of course very large receptions……I’ve finally given up!

I have no idea what the end result will be, but I figure as long as one wears a smile, and heads out with confidence you really cant go wrong , right !?
In addition to all this two days ago I realized the following, I needed to find 2 suitable looks for day time events,and these looks had to be smart yet casual, light and cool (outdoor, mid day ,Mumbai heat and sun type cool) and yet wedding-ish enough !!! huuuuum .........So here is my take on what I would do if I had my way. Virtual shopping, what better way to life the spirits except for actual shopping which of course would be bliss.


From an amazing collection by Antonio Marras 2011 Spring ready-to-wear : romantic, delicate mastery, lace, embroidery and layered.

Love these "cinched at the ankle pants" a great alternative to the churidar !

Also love these looks from Bottega Veneta and of course Dries Van Noten  ....

for the evening ......

I have also been on a trouser hunt these last few weeks, and this is what I would buy if I had my way …..

 If I had my way !!

Blogs I like ......

Take a look at ...........

http://www.theglamourai.com
A great fashion, style and design blog !! 

Those who cant do ......browse !

and since I cant cook, this is a  beautiful blog that I visit to feel happy and inspired ....... 
http://cannelle-vanille.blogspot.com



New Pages !

Its been ages since I have been able to update this space,i've been struggling with the whole 'up loading' of images process as well as a highly unpredictable internet connection .....
Now that things seem to be back on track I hope to make up for lost time.

In the mean time, I have managed to add 3 new pages, WORDS * , LINKS* and ART WORK

My Scribbles !

Two images of my work from Septmeber !!

 1 ) Pastel , water colour and Ink : on paper

2)   My first abstract : Acrylic on Board 

Monsoon Cheer

It’s been gloomy gray and dreary for the last week. The sun has been in hiding and the rains have been incessant. We are in serious need of colour and cheer.

BCBG, piecesinc.com zigzag cushion, Calypso Darshini Sweater, Kate Spade Camelia Vase, ISHARYA amethyst earrings www.net-a-porter.com, Kate Spade bangles

style.com Mawi bangle , style.com Manolo BlahnikLeather Layers pump., style.com Louis Vuitton metal bangles

style.com Hervé Van der Straeten , Loewe Leather tassel sandal, Celine dress,Dress gingerandsmart.com

piecesinc.com key hole dining chairs,style.com Hervé Van der Straeten bangle and necklace

elizabeth and james sequin jersy ,piecesinc.com Votive Holders

 style.com celine, style.com Jil Sander  leather and rope wedges, Kate Spade ring

Jimmy Choo Patent leather Zap sandal,Kate Spdae ring , Yumi Kim shirt

clothes nanettelepore.com, net-a-porter  dian von furstenburg sandlas, style.com Missoni bag, Kate spade bangle, Missoni broach.  

Magical Spa !

A spa in Miami, inspired by the patterns on the inside of Jeannie’s magic bottle !

Well it certainly breaks away from what one would usually associate with a spa 

– minimalist, sparse, light ….. This space is all about rich texture, colour, contrast, and strategic lighting.

I love the Moroccan lamps throwing dramatic shadows on the dark walls and the light ethereal paper lanterns of the lounge area. I especially love the saffron and turquoise contrast for the treatment rooms.    

A Studio Sofield Project  -  David Barton Gym, Miami 
images  - Interior Design June 2009 

MONDAY INSPIRATION........

A Thing For is a great site to visit if your ever in need for a quick fix of visual dreaminess. 

These  images create such a strong mood and atmosphere that you can easily distracted form anything mundane you might be doing. 

The story boards are really beautiful as complete visual stories, as well as each individual image working beautifully on its own. Take a look, i'm sure you'll really enjoy browsing through this blog.........

http://athingfor.blogspot.com/

 

all images via    http://athingfor.blogspot.com/

Illustrations !

Beautiful and delicate illustrations by Sophie Blackall. 

Her blog is called Missed Connections the name says it all 

as do her  illustrations.

found via       http://blog.piajanebijkerk.com

Small and Beautiful !

Miniature art , they are small and  beautifully crafted.

Made from textile ,wool and mohair.

found via       http://beautycomma.blogspot.com/

artist    http://www.fadeeva.com/animals.html

Interior Design - Jamie Bush & Co

I first saw Jamie Bush’s work in the Architectural Digest ( the one with Jennifer Aniston on the cover! ) . While I really liked and appreciated his work featured in that particular issue, I had to share these three spaces with you because:
1) I think they are stylistically evocative of a particular period in this case mid -century modern and are yet totally relevant as contemporary spaces to live in. 

2 ) I just really like his sense of design, colour, texture, attention to detail and every space has great pieces of furniture that all fit perfectly together 

3)  last but not least all my favorite chairs seem to be appear in these spaces.

http://www.jamiebush.com


1 -  BRENTWOOD 
RESIDENCE   Described as a playful mid-century modern home and compound!

2 - LA CAÑADA 
MID-CENTURY   Building in stone, glass, wood, and steel is set in the scenic foothills of the Sierra Madre.

3 - SANTA MONICA
RESIDENCE    A modern courtyard house fashioned from redwood, concrete, steel and glass surrounded by lush Japanese gardens.