GAME MANIA

I love photography! In fact it's on my bucket list to someday take a class and learn more about this art form. I'm very much looking forward to the Mario Testino exhibit at the MFA in Boston this Fall. He's such a creative and influential force. (read more below) It opens on 10.21. I always feel a bit anxious this time of year. The past two Fall seasons have been ones of drastic change and heartbreak for me. I'm focusing on the positive and hoping this Fall will be quite the opposite and turn out amazing. I'm moving from my home, so on that front a big change is in store. This exhibit will definitely be a positive to look forward to. In fact I think I may use some of his work as a starting point and design concept for my new place. (which I need to find, something else causing me a bit of trepidation) And to all of you who got your kiddies off to school for their first day today, hope it went well!!! I'm looking forward and remembering: "let your faith b...

{Arthur Elgort } {Knight Russell} I'm very excited to share with you, my latest sponsor here at Shelter! It's the amazing Conde Nast online art store!! Their edited selection of prints and gifts are directly from the pages of Vogue, House + Garden, Glamour, Vanity Fair + a number of other fabulous publications.. They organize the prints very well, so finding what you need is extremely efficient, or simply browse their vast selection for inspirational pieces!! The possibilities are endless.. I once purchased a number of fashion photographs and had them framed for a teenage girl's room. I've included a small sampling of their prints.. {Vogue 1947 - Constantine Joffe } {Toni Rissell } {how great and relevant is this lucite accessorized closet? - top right} {John Rawlings } { Leombruno - Boni } {Henry Clarke} images: Giraffe: Shelia Metzner , Flower: Robin Broadbnet , Lucite closet: Dana Merrill, John Rawlings .

I've always admired the work of photographer Richard Avedon so I was thrilled to find out that his images of the Kennedy Family are on view at the Peabody Essex Museum . {which is right down the street from my house} Here's a peek at some of his work.. Fashion The Famous

I love using color and pattern in my work, but I also find the use of subtle color and texture very appealing. The color use, balance of modern and more traditional elements and the art collection infuse this space with a wonderful sculptural quality! These images leave me wanting to see more of this house! (images by: Virgina MacDonald)

because it REALLY is! images: This is Glamorous , Pink Wallpaper , La Vie Photography , David Jimenez , Pink Wallpaper, Work Architecture , My Little Happy Place , ?

to lovely Vermont for the weekend! The weather is going to be much like you see in these gorgeous photos..I don't post wedding shots much {I've been married for 6+ years} but I remember how exciting it was to plan my wedding..{I still love looking at couple's ideas and inspirations} These photographs by Susan Stripling are truly inspirational on many levels.. Have a Wonderful weekend! This entire look is so layered - it's striking isn't it? {you could base a room design on this palette and these textures alone} I have to pack so much "stuff" when I travel with my little ones..I could always use an extra bag..{i love to have an array of bags}..this one from Manu leather would suit me just fine.. The Clipper Bag by ManuManu Leather