To Judge a Book By...

This post is a perfect introduction to the new Blog of the Week (seen over in the left column): 'Book By Its Cover.'  Check it out!

Other bookish goodies include: Custom Bookplates by Bookplates.com, Library Card Bookplates by One Good Bumblebee, artwork from the book "Milk Teeth" by artist Julie Morstad (I just purchased two copies myself)  at Drawn & Quarterly, Fill-Ins and Library Card Bookmarks from MSLK (link found Design Crush)

Inspired Artist: Ryan Berkley

I just stumbled across Ryan Berkley's shop on etsy: Berkley Illustration, and I've fallen instantly in love with his whimsical and beautifully rendered pieces.  I immediately purchased this Barn Owl Print, and will certainly be back for more in the future.  Thanks Ryan!
Have a love weekend everyone!
xo
Ez

Currently...

...Inspired by these fabulous Lasercut Mirrors -Set of 10 (link found via The Style Files), which then directed the rest of this assemblage:

From left to right by row:
-Kartell Crystal 'Take' Lamp, Time Flies Clocks, Spherical Concepts Large Onyx Earthsphere, Kartell Louis Ghost Chair, Loving Cup Trophy.

Sale Away...

'Tis the season for savings and sales galore.  If you have any income left to spend after the Holiday madness, then consider picking up a few basics for next year (those never go out of style), or snag a few pieces that will work well with upcoming trends (ie. "snake skin" heels that will fit into a safari-inspired ensemble).  Fabulous bargains abound, so it was hard for me to narrow my selections down to a reasonably sized post.
...so, here's what I'd like to see in my closet:

-Pretty Birds Earrings (gold) - was $115.00 NOW: $80.50

-Encrusted Bib Necklace - was $52.00 NOW: $44.99, Roxanna Top - was $32.50 NOW: $14.99, Cloudy Grey Favorite-fit Stretch Vintage 5-pocket Bootcut Cords - was 79.50 NOW: $49.99, 'Bella' Peep-toe Platform Pumps in red - was $138.00 NOW: $79.99

-Escape Necklace - was $25.oo NOW: $12.50, Iwona Ludyga - Heart Key Pendant - NOW: $48.00, Sophie Peacoat Sweater - was $148.00 NOW: $ 99.99, AK Anne Klein Esteria Pumps - was $89.00 NOW: $65.99, Carla Sweater - was $98.00 NOW: $59.90

Currently...

Loving all things French-inspired!

Hyacinth Necklace by Beth Lauren, Licorice Delight Cake at MarthaStewart.com, La Boîte "Bouledogue" de Truffes Ladurée from Ladurée, Blackboard Oilcloth at Bell'occhio (how amazing is this!!!  Check out the rest of their site as well for a myriad of lovely French-inspired treasures... faux bois boxes, delicious chocolates, and more!)