Shells and Turtles

I love these original watercolors that I found in a local antique shop! Unfortunately, as I am relying exclusively on my iPhone photography, the vividness of the color and detail is not fully conveyed.

I found these to be really unique and fun while still maintaining a nice composition. These are probably late 19th century from France.

Please excuse the iPhone photo!

Here are photos of French turtle watercolors (same artist and dimensions as the shells above) also 19th century

Can't you just imagine these hanging on the walls of a beach house? Planning on presenting these to one of my clients for their home in Nantucket.

Dolce & Gabbana

Did you know DG has junior clothing? I was on the site this past weekend, recovering from a turkey coma, and the junior site is almost too much cuteness to handle, you can check it out here..

NOT that you would need to buy little tots clothing at D&G, I mean really --- we all know this look can be achieved with a simple trip to the Disney store and Gap Kids.

Ok back to big girl clothing...

Dolce Gabbana

The fusion of Leopard, Gray, brown and Plaid - I AM IN LOVE.

Very chic, modern twist. I would love to do a library or den with this fabric scheme....

Of course Madonna is featured on the site here in all her cougarific glory.

I love Madonna, but I think it's time to pass the torch...maybe to Lourdes? Keep it in the family.

....haven't had time to look but does DG do make-up? Sign me up for this lip color!

Berry Croc, Lady purse and shoes....loving.

The Perfect Leopard Sweater and Predatory Prints!

Marc Jacobs, Leopard Sweater

Ever since I saw the Gwen Stefani video Cool, I have wanted the leopard sweater she wears in the video. It's perfect! I love the video, it's visually amazing. What can I say...I love pop music and Gwen and Italy - makes me want to plan a trip to Lake Como

Since I have never been able to find that sweater (*it probably Dolce & Gabanna, circa 2005) I am thinking about his Marc Jacob cashmere sweater above. However the truth is...I have made some animal print fashion mistakes, please see below - it seemed like a good idea at the time...

Animal Print Mistake, Exhibit A

......a predatory print mistake? It's looking a little like a Moo moo in this picture.

This is Beca Rory, 2007 never worn -- it actually looks terrible on me. Gray is not my color.

The model had this on with a pair of black stocking and black patent leather heels, very mod.

I guess it's just a little too much like a costume....for me.

Which got me thinking...I could be Mrs. Robinson for Halloween, get a wig and finally wear this darn thing. I wonder wear I can get a wig like this?

Below is Designer Markham Roberts, using Starks Leopard and Tiger Print Silk Velvets, Tastfully sprinkled into these amazing rooms!

Happy Friday!