Last Days of Summer

Flowy dresses, bright colors, sandals, easy shorts .... Dear Summer, We will miss you!!

1. Club Monaco, Ray-Ban Boyfriend / 2. Gorjana, Chloe Stud Earrings / 3. Clare Vivier, Neon Stripe Flat Clutch /

4. J. Crew, Striped Cotton Top / 5. Club Monaco, Lucie Dress / 6. J. Crew, Cab Fan Crystal And Bed Earrings / 

7. Jacquie Aiche, Diamond Waif Bezel Ring /  8. Club Monaco, Lisa Leather Cross-Body / 

9. Sam Edelman, Ginger Gold Snake Sandals / 10. Essie, Pinks Lovie Dovie Nail Polish / 

11. Club Monaco, Baleigh Braided Bracelet / 12. Bullhead Black, Basic Roll Light Shorts

Shades of Red in Summer

                                                                                                                                                                                                             by Kim Tas

From Left to Right, Top to Bottom

Frill Teddy by TopShop / Spade Bangle by Kate Spade New York / One-Shoulder Dress by Halston Heritage

Bag by Marc by Marc Jacobs / Red-Y Set Ex by Essie

Silk and Metallic Leather Mules by Acne / Cosmetics Pouch by Kate Spade New York / Striped Cotton Top by J. Crew

Plus this summery "Hey, Sailor!" Lipstick Sail La Vie:

June Sample Sales

Some exciting sample sales this month in New York City!

{ image via Atlantic-Pacific }

What: PONO

When: June 11-15, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Where: 347 W. 36th St., Fourth Floor

What: La Perla

When: June 11-13, 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., June 25, 9:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Where: 225 Fifth Ave.

What: YSL

When: June 12-14, 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., June 15, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Where: 317 W. 33rd St.

What: Rag & Bone

When: June 14-15, 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., June 16, 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., June 17 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave.

What: Eugenia Kim

When: June 19-22, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Where: 347 W. 36th St., Ste. 501

What: J. Crew

When: June 19-23, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., June 24, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: 260 Fifth Ave.

Fresh Summer Starts

 { image via my Pinterest }

John Derian's Cape Escape

I came across this story on designer John Derian's weekend cape cod house in Bon Appetit Magazine. Every since I scrolled through the pictures and recipes I cannot keep the idea of a weekend trip to the Cape out of my head! The old sea captain's 1789 house has a feel of antique bohemian style and seaside summer comfort. Guests describe the house as "magical" with weekends full of spontaneous adventures, delicious food, and evening board games. Think fresh flowers in every room, candles, and vintage water glasses ....

{ images via Bon Appetit }

HOW TO DECORATE LIKE DERIAN

* Throw a coat of white paint on floors and wood paneling. Imperfections are welcome!

* Go ahead and mix various styles of tableware, but keep the color unified.

* To get as much light into rooms as possible, hang mirrors so they reflect opposite windows.

* Add something green or blooming--like cut flowers, a potted geranium, or a single leafy branch--to every room.

* Hang art everywhere, high and low. Skip the symmetry.

Unofficial Start of Summer

Happy Memorial Day! Today marks the unofficial start of summer with barbecues and weekend trips. Below are some of my favorite things about summer ....

Flowers. Flowers. Flowers.

Vacations in the sun.

Hats & stripes.

Outdoor showers.

Bright colors.

Bathing suits.

Meals outdoors.

Light snacks.

Refreshing cocktails.

The beach.

Summer parties.

{ images via my Pinterest }

Beach Dreams

{ via Fellt by Studded Hearts }

Loving every little thing about this shoot.

Harper's Bazaar June 2012

Photographer: Paolo Kudacki, Stylist: Melanie Huynh, Hair: Sebastien Richard

Make-Up: Alice Lane, Model: Dewi Driven

Summer Dress

I cannot help but love this Tibi dress. The uneven hemline, the colors, the back .... too bad it's way out of my price range.

                                                                                                              by Kim Tas

Beach House Getaway

Had a lovely day at the beach in Connecticut today after meeting up with an old high school friend, Mackenzie Horan, of Design Darling. It is so nice to be able to escape the city to celebrate the last real summer weekend. Sitting on the beach looking at the waterfront home reminded me of this beach house in Better Homes & Gardens. Lots of blue hues and beach themes ....

{ Victorian-style headboard in the bedroom }

{ beach-themed accents }

{ different kinds of blue }

{ great outdoor seating area for entertaining and relaxing }

{ traditional beach cottage elements }

{ is there a better spot for a summer evening dinner than beachfront? }

A Summer's Day ....

{ Better Homes and Gardens }