XOXO...

If those four little letters make you instantly hear Kristen Bell's voice then go ahead and skip down to the next paragraph...For the rest of you out there thinking: "what is this girl writing about?" let me explain my obsession with a little television show called Gossip Girl. Well back when Sex and the City ended I had a void in my life, a fashion filled void about the size of Manhattan... and waalaa..Gossip Girl fills that void every Monday night. While they are not thirty somethings struggling through single life  but rather overly indulged spoiled Upper East Side teens plus three from Brooklyn. Never the less, I don't know what is better the mindless drama or the fashion. It is a pure guilty pleasure!

But the thing I love almost as much as Chuck Bass (resident bad boy) is the Van der Woodsen apartment. Chic clean lines, amazing pop art and an eclectic mix of furnishings serve as the backdrop to the drama.

So why not bring a little of the Upper East side home...

Tucker Robbins wire side tables add a great contemporary touch to any room...

Keeping clean neutral lines on the sofa make for a great foundation like this Roberts sofa from Hickory Chair

Sculptural Sconces like the Zeal from Eurofase can turn a blank wall into a statement with the dramatic wash of light they give to the wall...just don't go with white walls!

Spool Chair by Hickory Chair looks a bit dowdy and old fashioned in this plain linen but in the colorful fabric used on set they become stunning pieces that add a touch of  history to such a modern space.

The classic Eames  Chair is on nearly every set in Hollywood...but that is because sometimes you just can't beat a classic, in leather or fabric- this chair is a can't miss piece of furniture history

And in the wise words of Miss Serena Van der Woodsen: "A good scandal is one thing, but even Gossip Girl likes to keep things classy and somewhat true" so stay true to what inspires you and you are sure to create the home of your dreams... XOXO

photos: Gossip Girl, Hickory Chair, Eurofase, Tucker Robinson, DWR

Time seems so long for the child waiting for Christmas...

Aghhh...November 1st! The official start of my sister's birthday week but it also marks the day that I am 100% OK with starting to think about Christmas.... And nothing but nothing says Christmas to me like the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book! I was so thrilled to find one this weekend at my cousin's house as I am pretty sure I don't qualify to get their catalogue...but a girl can dream right???

As a girl who has been know to create digital Christmas lists complete with hyper links, I figured why not share with the world at large a few things that jumped out at me...
For me...




For him...




For the whole family...




Why not dream big! I always say "shoot for the stars, you will go further than if you just aim straight ahead" and I totally apply that philosophy to wish lists too!
PS...only like 50 shopping days left!!! But I promise I will not bring up the holidays for another week or two...


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To win, you've got to put the ball in the macramé...

I have a pretty good life...I am keenly aware of this because of one of my most irrational fears...what happens if I end up with someone who has an unhealthy sports obsession...ala Fever Pitch level obsession. Well low and behold... I couldn't possibly have found a nice guy who is a fan of the Memphis Grizzlies with their lovely blue on blue color scheme or even the Celtics- I could easily work pink in with the green and white and have a very preppy decor...Oh no- I fall for The Laker Fan...purple and gold-Oh my!

Seriously purple and gold! how do you work with that???

my worst nightmare!!!

Well turns out love not only conquers all but it can inspire too. I have made peace with the purple and gold so should I end up having to live in an homage to the Lakers I think I can pull it off without compromising my own principles of style...

and yes- I do count non-laker shades of purple as working!

Even if I do need to stick with the true team colors...I think I could be OK with it...

It has me so inspired that I even think I can show his team spirit on my dining table...

Even Planet Hollywood has embraced the champions with the Laker theme in one of their suites

So yes...I have a good life that these are the things I worry about and that might make me shallow but let it remind you that you can find inspiration anywhere...and that loving someone means loving all of them...even if it is purple and gold!

Plus- tip for Brown Eyed Girls...guess what color makes your eyes look best??? PURPLE!

Photos: Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Real Simple, House and Home, Gossip Girl, Lux Design, PaulaGraceDesign, Planet Hollywood, Simply Stunning, Almay