I heart the blogosphere, I really do. I’m forever discovering amazing websites during my online travels, as was the case when I stumbled upon the work of photographer, Jamie Beck. She shoots beauty, fashion, lifestyle, travel and food, and her eye for detail and subtleties is breath-taking. Jamie recently shot the CFDA Fashion Awards in NYC (as seen here) and it’s fascinating to see all the candid moments that just aren’t shown on the pages of celeb mags. Anna Wintour cracking a smile… who knew?!
Anyway, after spending an inordinate amount of time on Jamie’s website I found this ‘at home’ shoot with fashion designer Katie Ermilio, at her Upper West Side apartment. And fell a little bit in (apartment) love. Katie is the granddaughter of Grace Kelly’s personal clothier, and has worked at Vogue and Women’s Wear Daily, so it’s safe to say she knows a thing or two about style… and boy, does it show. The interior of her home is unfussy, achingly chic and really tells a story about herself and her passions. As much as I do adore bright statement decor, sometimes I am won over to the nth degree with understated and feminine palettes such as this:

{images via From Me To You}
What do you think of this interior?

Summer is really upon us now and I couldn’t be happier… in fact, the evenings are so light that last night I was in bed before it was even fully dark. Or maybe that’s just my old age. So welcome to the weekend everyone! I hope you’ve all got some lovely plans, whether you’re busy doing things or busy doing nothing. I have two birthdays to celebrate… my own (yep, still – I told you I have a fondness for ‘birthday months’) and one of my best friends, B. The rest of the time will be spent enjoying some of my presents – The King’s Speech, ‘Decorate’ by Holly Becker, and a bubble bath lit with my Diptyque ‘Mimosa’ candle. Not forgetting spending quality time with the new crop of magazines for this month. I’m easily pleased!

{images via pinterest}
This week’s most stylish look goes to Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester who looks radiant in this Vera Wang outfit at the Harrods launch of VW’s ‘Lovestruck’ perfume – the combination of sun-kissed skin, lightened hair and the nude pleated blouse really works for her. And as for this room, the white walls and the splash of colour is perfection… and I’m such a sucker for trunks at the moment. Lastly, that couch has ‘nap’ written all over it:

{images via prphotos & we heart it}
I hope you have a beautiful weekend whatever you’re doing and wherever you may be…

You remember the house from MTV’s The Osbournes, right? Dark, gothic, and pretty oppressive. I once did one of those ‘Star Tours’ and it was so recognisable as we drove past… I almost expected Ozzy to stagger out in his dressing gown, yelling, “Shaaarooon!”. When I saw a tour of their new house in a recent Architectural Digest, I couldn’t believe it belonged to them, until the appearance of one of their infamous dogs in one picture.
Designed by LA-based Martyn Lawrence-Bullard, with input from Sharon, this Hidden Hills residence has a real country-house feel to it, with French antiques and Oriental touches. The palette is incredibly relaxing, and the vibe reminds me a little of J-Lo’s home (as seen here). Can you believe the former ‘Prince of Darkness’ sleeps in a mirrored four-poster bed with lilac satin sheets?! He may have wanted to keep that one quiet. I have Osbournes-house-envy… didn’t see that one coming! What do you think of their abode? Does this look appeal to you?

{images via Architectural Digest}

Kate Bosworth personifies summer for me… maybe it’s because I remember her most in the should-be-a-bad-movie-but-I-secretly-loved, Blue Crush. Although she can pull off some amazing looks on the red carpet (simple + Calvin Klein), her sense of style really comes into its own when she’s not dolled up to the nines, or is looking unfeasibly cool at Coachella. Her California-girl chic is an easy look to emulate, especially since she’s fond of high street stores such as Topshop and H&M. Here are three easy-breezy looks that she does so well:

{1. Kookai devore top – £19 / 2. Warehouse capri pants – £40 / 3. ASOS floral clutch – £15 / 4. Warehouse bow belt – £20 / 5. Dune Didier heels – £48}

{1. Topshop American flag tee – £22 / 2. Miss Selfridge denim shorts – £28 / 3. Next aviator sunglasses – £10 / 4. Topshop desert boots – £36 / 5. Accessorize ethnic bangle – £7}

{1. Planet black jumper – £63.20 / 2. Oasis crop trousers – £42 / 3. Dorothy Perkins cateye sunglasses – £8 / 4. Star by Julien Macdonald slouchy handbag – £36 / 5. Dune plaited sandals – £55}

Happy Friday to you all! The lovely weekend starts here, and about time too… I’ve been working my little socks off this week before I’m off on my travels next Tuesday. So much so, my usual round-up this week consists of one notion: a holiday. Even though I’ll be abroad, my trip will be a blur of airports, hotel event space, delegates and ‘to do’ lists. But, had it been an actual holiday on the agenda, then it would consist of breathtaking views, an infinity pool, a good book (trashy chick lit – I have no time for solving crimes whilst sunbathing) and zero technology. And absolutely no schedule. Apart from cocktail hour, which should always be observed.

{images via Pinterest}
And since we’re amongst friends, and I’d like to keep this fantasy alive for just a few more minutes, here is my dream capsule wardrobe, courtesy of Net-A-Porter. And if I’m going to be travelling in style, then I couldn’t possibly show up pulling a beaten-up old suitcase that has lived in my closet since 1992, so it would have to be Jimmy Choo luggage all the way:

{1. Eugenia Kim straw fedora / 2. Victoria Beckham aviator sunglasses / 3. Tibi maxi dress / 4. Juicy Couture crepe dress / 5. Jimmy Choo Terence suitcase / 6. Valentino espadrilles / 7. Missoni Mare bikini / 8. Musa t-bar sandals / 9. Monica Vinader ring / 10. Textile Elizabeth & James denim shorts / 11. Kenneth Jay Lane bangles / 12. Yves Saint Laurent raffia tote / 13. Sandro t-shirt}
Ok, back to reality (although we’re talking Cannes, so not completely) and this week’s best look goes to Penélope Cruz, who looks like a modern-day Audrey Hepburn with her hair styled like that… add a touch of Marchesa and the result is flawless. Pure movie star. And for my room of the week? Well, to stick with the theme of this post, just imagine whiling away a morning in this dreamy breakfast room, devouring fresh coffee and croissants. Sound pretty appealing?

{images via prphotos & House Beautiful}
I hope you have a perfect weekend whatever you’re doing and wherever you may be…