Bonjour Paris!

I'm sorry I've been a bit M.I.A. but it's been a super busy week and weekend. After arriving in Holland two weeks ago I've been visiting my grandparents, walking around Amsterdam, and getting settled into our new house. Last week, two friends came to visit for a few days and we walked (and biked) all over Amsterdam. I arrived in Paris for a two-week fashion course this afternoon and have no idea where I am or where to go but I'm sure I'll get a hang of it soon enough .... 

Favorite Links

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1. This package design is too cute.

2.) All-wood trend including a wooden house on the water? I'm in.

3.) Vintage airline tag print by Lisa Congdon.

4.) We are sailing in Greece this summer, but this hotel on Santorini looks pretty amazing too .... 

5.) I would live in this tiny beach house in a second.

6.) Amazing chunky gold bracelet that I could probably find a way wear everyday.

7.) A bit obsessed with this new bag by Rabbitneck + Dotty 

8.) The Curiosity Shoppe is full of fun things and unique gifts.

9.) Lovely prints (and cards) by Charlotte Love.

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:

Packing, Packing, Packing

{ image via my Pinterest }

I'm getting ready to leave the USA for 2 months! Let me tell you, this is not an easy packing trip. Today I fly home to Amsterdam for two weeks. July 1st I start a two week Fashion Industry course in Paris, then returning to Amsterdam, and then sailing in Greece for a week in August. Doesn't sound terrible does it? However, I will miss my lovely friends and NYC (I've very much fallen back in love with this city recently). To anyone else travelling soon: Bon Voyage!

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.

Dive In

{ Mara Hoffman, Techno Animal Printed Swimsuit }

Do you love this one-piece as much as I do?

Happy Weekend!

It's Friday! I'm escaping the city tomorrow to go to Connecticut to a.) renew my driver's license (boo) and b.) visit my old hometown and see my lovely friends (yay). We're planning on spending the afternoon at the beach and I cannot wait to get into true summer mode. Sunday I'll be taking advantage of my last weekend in New York City for 2 months! Crazy how quick time goes .... have a fantastic summer weekend everyone!

{ image via my Pinterest }

Beautiful Bookshelves

{ images via Lonny Magazine }

Fresh Summer Starts

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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.