On My Mind || Color
January 09, 2014
[ interior | apple Cider | Necklace | Valentine's Day gift idea | Gray Malin ]
I love it when school is in session- everyone is just happier abiding by a routine. Like they say 'man is a creature of habit'. So, I have some colorful things for you today starting off with that beautiful corner in Todd Alexander Romano's kitchen. I love the dramatic but elegant color combination of the blue and yellow. Also, I just love the way he so naturally mixes the Saarinen table with Regency chairs. There is an art to mixing periods for sure.
Apple Cider Vinegar || What is so exciting about Apple Cider Vinegar? I know this is what you are thinking, but I just have to tell you that for about two months now I have been mixing two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with a squirt of agave nectar for sweetness and a cup of grapefruit juice every mid-morning as a snack. I started it because my friend Elizabeth said is helps with bloating and burning fat and even though I did not notice any improvement in this area I did notice a major improvement on my skin- it is smoother with less pimples. It's amazing my friends. I didn't want to share with you until I knew for a fact that it wasn't my imagination. I'm no newbie to Apple Cider Vinegar as I frequently use it mixed with water to rinse out my hair instead of using conditioner and it works beautifully. Try it! And Apple Cider vinegar is wonderful for many other reasons. See here. Truth? or urban legend?
Necklace || This is a necklace created by Mario Testino in collaboration with Vicki Sage for his Alta Moda photography exhibition (now showing in NY at the Queen Sofia Spanish Insitute) celebrating traditional Peruvian costumes and crafts. Mario Testino is Peruvian himself so this was a tribute to his roots and quite a departure from his high-fashion photography. Pretty fun right to have so much meaning behind an object? You could easily become the life of the party wearing this necklace.
Valentine's Day Gift Idea || I loved this idea for a little Valentine's Day treat for my daughter's classmates. Instead of candy this old-school ruler with a clever little message would be a hit! (well, at least with the moms, not sure about the kids). Now, where to find a ruler like this?
Gray Malin's Photos || Are on sale on One King's Lane thru Sunday. I really love his bird's eye view photos of the beach and ski slopes. Those are my favorite. If you are not familiar with his work check out his website here. I think they work best in the largest format (60x44) to really make a statement.
Happy Thursday! Make it a colorful one.
18 comments
That print is just so awesome! One Kings Lane is so dangerous! Half of the time I have to resist opening their emails. The apple cider vinegar is interesting, I might have to give it a whirl! Hope your heat is working:)
ReplyDeleteI'm huge fan of Gray Malin–that photo is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh todd's kitchen is GORGEOUS! and i am so lusting over gray malin's photos. i really wish we had the space {and budget} to invest in one of his large pieces...they are absolutely stunning.
ReplyDeleteMolly {Dreams in HD}
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that necklace is incredible - perfect for summer to throw over a simple white tee or LWD!
ReplyDeleteThe Style Scribe
ACV has made my heartburn and acid reflux almost disappear!! It is a miracle worker.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the colors in that necklace! And I'm intrigued by the apple cider vinegar. I'm going to investigate!
ReplyDeleteLove that breakfast nook and all your picks today. How about Oriental Trading for those rulers? or Dick Blick, Staples? Going to look at the G. Malins right now- slippery slope. Love his work, don't NEED a thing. ha! xo Nancy
ReplyDeleteLOVE your bright colors, especially the Gray Malin photo! And, thanks for the vinegar tip - I will definitely try it! xoxo
ReplyDeleteI love the colors in that kitchen a lot! I'll have to give the apple cider vinegar thing a shot. And I saw that sale on OKL> I would love to go crazy buying some of his prints--the beach and ski shots are my favorites too.
ReplyDeleteThat necklace is crazy cool..love it!! And I am going to try some apple cider vinegar ASAP!!
ReplyDeleteWe have 2 Gray Malin prints. I wish they were HUGE but they're smaller and still my favorite!
ReplyDeleteI love all this bright yellow - it makes gloomy weather seem not as bad. That necklace is super fun too!
ReplyDeleteoooh, this is fabulous... you have me curious about the apple cider vinegar now...
ReplyDeleteI want everything Gray Malin - like really a whole wall (or room) full of his work!
ReplyDeleteLOVE everything Gray Malin - I want a whole wall (or room) full of his work!
ReplyDeleteOh I need some color, love how lively this all is. Want that beach photo!
ReplyDeleteSimona
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I couldn't agree more. Everyone is back at school and we are all a lot happier! :)
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to try the apple cider in the morning thing for quite some time - I'll need to add that to my list of January health kick/resolutions!
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