My kitty is sick. Maybe she would eat out of this bowl?
via veetje.be
July 12, 2011
I’m thinking this must be one of the best jobs out there. A dog photographer? People are great and everything but…
via www.paigeelizabeth.net
I happened upon Paige’s website yesterday. She is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Denver and London. Love her “about” statement:
I am…
blue jeans & cashmere,
diamonds & bare feet,
grilled cheese sandwiches… with champagne…
See more work on her blog.
Categories: eye candy.
April 15, 2011
When Spring doesn’t come to you, go looking. Happy Friday.
candy shop jeanette dress | via katespade.com
artist portfolio prints spring series | via katespade.com
iPhone 4 case | via katespade.com
Categories: eye candy.
April 5, 2011
Back in December, I searched and searched for info about Pantone’s colour of the year for 2011. Then the magazines and runways told me! I just looked it up and it’s for certain – Honeysuckle!
“While the 2010 color of the year, PANTONE 15-5519 Turquoise, served as an escape for many, Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging and uplifting. It elevates our psyche beyond escape, instilling the confidence, courage and spirit to meet the exhaustive challenges that have become part of everyday life.
In times of stress, we need something to lift our spirits. Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going – perfect to ward off the blues, explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. Honeysuckle derives its positive qualities from a powerful bond to its mother color red, the most physical, viscerally alive hue in the spectrum.”
Categories: eye candy.
March 29, 2011
saturday supermoon
On March 19th, the moon was at the nearest possible point from the ground, making it exceptionally large – 14% larger and 30% brighter to be exact.
Not to be repeated until 2029.
Categories: eye candy.
February 25, 2011
Big news people. Anthropologie has opened a BRIDAL store. I’ve been dying to see what they’ve been up to since I first heard about the concept about a month go. The shop is called BHLDN, pronounced “Beholden,” and is inspired by the Dutch word for “to keep.”
Gowns, dresses, hair adornments, accessories, shoes, jewelry, cover ups…. is a 2nd wedding to the same person a no-no?
via www.bhldn.com
Categories: eye candy.
February 14, 2011
Happy Valentine’s Day! Forget to start the day with something special? A heart shaped egg tomorrow should do to the trick.
Instructions from AnnaTheRed here.
heart shaped egg!
Categories: eye candy.
January 31, 2011
I saw an ad for Emirates Airlines in the Sunday Times Magazine and decided further investigation was necessary. Showers, lounges, and private suites.
“Enjoy your own sanctuary in spacious private suites, each equipped with an electrically operated sliding door, a personal mini-bar, adjustable ambient lighting, and its own vanity table, mirror and wardrobe. Every seat has a built-in massage system, with adjustable speed and intensity. Our crew will convert your seat to a fully flat bed with a mattress, so you can arrive at your destination relaxed and refreshed. Each suite in the A380 has a 23” television screen, allowing you to explore over 1200 on-demand video and audio channels of our award winning ice Digital Widescreen entertainment system.
The privacy divider separating the adjoining suites in the centre row can also be lowered, allowing you to share the experience with your travel companion.
Dine-on-demand meal service, allows you to order from our a la carte menu any time you desire.” www.emirates.com
via www.emirates.com
Categories: eye candy.
December 10, 2010
‘Tis the season for online shopping. Yes, shop local whenever possible, but crossing items off your Christmas shopping list from your mobile works.
48-hour sale events with the world’s top fashion, accessories, beauty, kids and home brands. Each day, HauteLook offers discounts of 50 to 75% off. Membership is free, ordering is easy and my items have arrived as expected (and even better than expected!) on my doorstep while I tap away at my keyboard.
A few items up for grabs today:
via www.hautelook.com
Categories: eye candy.
October 22, 2010
There’s a birthday in the house today which has inspired me to post something a little more on the manly side. My level of interest in vehicles is not great *understatement*, but on rare occasion I see something that falls under my definition of eye candy. Just as my design aesthetic is a little more muscle car than mini-van, so is my taste in cars.
1970 Dodge Challenger via www.thebaycitymotorcompany.com | 2010 Dodge Challenger via www.challengertalk.com
Bonus double post today!
Check back for this afternoon’s manly “happy hour” recipe.
Categories: eye candy.
August 24, 2010
I’m not a purple person, sorry purple. But this time of year, lavender I can wrap my head around.
from www.inspiredbride.net
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August 4, 2010
This time of year you can’t spend enough time outside or near the water. Add fine dining, an elegant room floating on recycled plastic bottles and cuisine from C Restaurant and you have what I would call a summer trifecta of perfection.
Read more about the floating dining room and make a reservation at inhabitat’s website or at C Restaurant’s site.
from www.inhabitat.com
Categories: eye candy.
July 6, 2010
Today the sun is out and we’re going to *gasp* push past 20 degrees today. I’d like to be on the water on my way to a secluded destination. Have a peek at this 100′ yacht which had an interior overhaul by renowned architects Claesson Koivisto Rune from Stockholm as featured in the July/August edition of Azure magazine. Sleek, minimal and a little retro with walnut and white.
from www.ckr.se
Categories: eye candy.
July 1, 2010
It was a drizzly and slow start to the Vic-Maui International Yacht Race this morning but that didn’t diminish the spectator’s awe as they watched their friends and family set sail for Hawaii. Could you do it?
Sonsie setting sail for Maui - good luck Chris, Kelly, Camilla, Donald, Brent and Serge!
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June 7, 2010
On the plane back from Alabama, I had a thorough look at Food & Wine’s June issue. I was so impressed that I promptly dropped off my subscription request at the Denver airport. Here’s a roundup of a few highlights:
from www.foodandwine.com (L) / from www.trinaturk.com (R)
On the plane back from Alabama, I had a thorough look at Food & Wine’s June issue. I was so impressed that I promptly dropped off my subscription request at the Denver airport. Here’s a roundup of a few highlights:
Chinese Coleslaw
Pretzel Crusted Crab Cakes
Ginger Marinated Bulgogi Style Chicken – Tried this last night, recommended.
Thai Turkey Burger
Fat Tray from Alessi
Dry Fly Distilling, a craft distillery in Spokane, Washington.
Trina Turk cocktail napkins
Bodum picnic charcoal grill
www.33beers.com Beer Journal
V Lounge, Waikiki – pastry chef from Nobu has opened his own pizza joint.
The Ranch House, Honolulu – local favorites
Table One Halekulani, Waikiki – personally designed menus by Chef Garg
La Cantine Merci, Paris – fashion, a used-book café, a haberdashery and a flower shop with a communal table.
I know it’s Food and WINE and there were some good recommendations in this issue. I didn’t have much luck finding them at the BC Liquor Store. Supposedly we should be on the lookout for 2009 South African Chenin Blancs or Sauvignon Blancs.
Categories: eye candy.
May 5, 2010
from etsy.com
Top Left: Sun Bright – Locket Necklace with Vintage Jewels by jewelera
Top Right: Giant Beaded Round – blue yonder by tqbdesigns
Middle Left: Vintage Lorraine necklace by alexkeller
Middle Right: Triple Orbital Necklace with Champagne Quartz by favorJewelry
Bottom Left: Jitter Bug Necklace by missanniemay
Bottom Right: Eco-Friendly Genuine Sea Glass Jewelry by sweptfromthesea
Categories: eye candy.
April 29, 2010
From www.methodhome.com
Method home care and personal care products are certainly nothing new, but I continually find myself staring at the Method section up at Shoppers Drug Mart. It’s no secret that they are leading in design and witty copy. I tend to be more of a vinegar-and-elbow-grease-girl but have purchased a few of their products, from hand soap to toilet bowl cleaner.
I haven’t been able to justify the cost of the new laundry detergent – until now! Go online to print your $2 off coupon. No zip code? – c’mon use 90210. I always go for a detergent that looks “green” but it can be frustrating navigating the cryptic labels. Good news! Method has been pronounced green as green can be in a review by Inhabitat – Design Will Save the World.
Categories: eye candy.
March 23, 2010
from www.vicentevillarin.com
Admiring Vincent Villarin’s Spring 2010 collection, White Elegance. The muted colours are like a West Coast spring day. What makes these designs even better is that they were inspired by Bisazza, the art of glass mosaic, and the roman baths. I’ve always wanted to get my hands on a tile mosaic project, especially after visiting Shangri La.
from www.bisazza.com
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