currently lovin': secrets from a stylist

I haven't been watching much t.v. as of late but there are a few shows that really seem to suck me right in (i.e. most of the reality shows on Bravo). Saturday was the premiere of the HGTV's "Secrets of a Stylist," featuring the design star Emily Henderson. Now I didn't watch the show while she was competing but I'm so glad she won, the show is fun, interesting and informative. Styling is nothing new, neither is Emily's approach to styling...looking at the homeowner's personality/way of dressing (cause this say a lot about you or at least your style). And I love that her philosophy is that your home should never look like someone came and designed it but is should look YOU in your most best and positive light. The show has a lot to pack in as the first episode felt a little rushed but the end result was quite amazing. Loves it. I also like that Emily's styling never looks like one of those space where you can't really live in, meaning chair too expensive to sit on, floors too clean to walk on, etc. I was never really drawn to those spaces, of course they looked great but I never wanted to be in them because it just didn't look like a livable space (being that breathing is not allowed j/k). In short, I'm gald Emily has shown us how to achieve a beautiful room that's applicable for everyone. :)

images via emily's portfolio



tartine bread + video

after hearing about/watching this video about bread from tartine bakery in san francisco i have this urge to go (go as in go to san fran just to clarify) in addition to being really envious of those residing there. anyways, it's quite remarkable, do watch and i bet it will make you bread lover if you aren't already. i happen to love bread and what's better than eating bread is smelling them. yeah, if they bottled up that fresh bread smell, im sure to buy...someone ought to figure out how to do that cuz i can't be the only one who loves that smell right? ok, back to tartine bakery, i must find a way to visit this amazing place cause like the girl said, "you can't die without trying one of chad's bread" (chad's the baker) and i'm totally convinced by her words and the whole video helped. btw, i'm so drooling over the hot pressed sandwiches yumm! watch here.

hello, i'm still here..

hello there world,
i'm still here even though it seems like i've been m.i.a. for a loooong time. just been trying to get inspired plus i just finished up decorating a room that i can't wait to share. it was a small but nonetheless wonderful project that got me excited while working on it. in the meanwhile, here's a beautiful photo of hanging flowers that looks absolutely dreamy. have i mentioned that i love flowers? yes i do, i really, really do :).

found via cup of jo