Journal

exclusive preview new from the family love tree

Im seriously loving these latest images from The Family Love Tree‘s latest collection “Intoxicate”   Heres our exclusive look at the collection first. Im loving the retro modern vibe, the pops of colour and rattan the new furniture pieces, the double seater chair has totally caught my eye!   Available from Mid March In the […]

byron bay hanging chairs

  Im loving these retro style Hanging Chairs spotted online from Byron Bay Hanging chairs With a 70’s flavour they remind me of my childhood  click here for full details and to buy online

lifeinstyle wrap up

On Friday I headed to Lifeinstyle in Sydney with other Stylists, designers and retailers to see the latest releases at this trade only event, heres a preview of what you will find in stores very soon. Blacklist – Bison Home – The lifeinstyle Style Lab by West Elm – Bride & Wolfe Tom Dixon from […]

obsessed!

Sometimes the best designs are the most simple. I am obsessed with these “Ruutu” vases by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Iittala  launched recently at Maison & Objet Paris I spotted these online thanks to In Out Design Blog by my clever  friends at Arent & Pyke Im loving the simple square shapes and the elegant styling […]

spotted online

I’m loving this Embroided Adventure Cushion spotted online at Scout House click here to buy online

new from kate & kate

Kate & Kate have teamed up with Melbourne Stylist Marsha Golemac for their latest collection of cool cotton blankets – Im loving the geometric patterns and fun bright colours! Click here to see the entire collection and to buy online  

bassike sale

One of my favourite local Australian fashion brands Bassike is having a big sale – not to be missed if your lucky enough to be in town!  

ilse crawford for ikea collab collection

Ilse Crawford is one of my design heroes, known for work through her design and interior architecture firm Studio Ilse, she was the launch Editor of Magazine Elle Decoration UK, and has released 3 books and more, she is always at the forefront of design and design thinking, a true inspiration. It’s a smart move  that […]

blue – new from dinosaur designs

Design Duo Stephan Ormandy and Louise Olsen of Dinosaur Designs have launched Blue their latest collection and it is an awesome exploration in all shades of the hue that is blue. Available in their signature home wares and jewellery the collection is a bold statement in my (second) favourite colour. Inspired by the many colours of […]

love star – candy hearts

Lovestar have added some more love to their collection with the new arrival of The Candy heart collection. Known for their signature (awesome) heart shape vases, which are all painstakingly hand made in Australia by the team at Lovestar – Helen, her Husband Chris and her Father in law. Im loving these new arrivals. The vases […]

loving all things leather for the home

Currently I am loving all things leather for the home – my favourite shade is tan leather. It’s timeless, robust and soft and has a touch of everyday luxury. I love it in all forms whether furniture or decorative – here are a few current favourites… Toro Chair from Bludot Australia or Bludot USA – a […]

persol origional folding sunglasses

Im totally loving these Persol PO714’s The original folding edition frames that Hollywood Legend Steve McQueen (one of my all time favourite style icons) wore in the film The Thomas Crown Affair, was created in 1963. The first of its kind that could be folded in four to fit into the breast pocket of a […]

12 great valentines presents

Valentines day to some is a little cheesy but here’s 12 great gift ideas for all the lovers. Say I love you to your loved ones everyday not just on Valentines Day. Sparkling Moet Rose I Love Linen cushion, Haighs Milk Chocolate Heart West Elm Brass Love Object Lovestar Vase, Kikki K cardFarmgate Cheese Luxury Hamper, Selfie […]

tienko

I just discovered Tienko thanks to one of my trusty assistants, a brand new business (their website launched just last week) Tienko offer and affordable (handmade) accessory stand in a number of different finishes and colours ( of course I am loving the yellow one) with a strong scandi influence the stands are functional and […]

melbourne travel diary

There is always so much to see, do and eat here In Melbourne! Here’s a few more highlights! Melbourne’s Best Rug store Loom Rugs Super Cool home wares stores House of Orange and Safari Living and Breakfast at Fifty Acres You gotta love Melbourne (remember I grew up here!)

DIY extreme knitting from little dandelion

I have long admired and I am lucky to own the work of Jacqueline Fink of Little Dandelion A crafter of over scaled (chunky) textiles, extreme knitter and a strong advocate for all things handmade. She has recently launched the tools on her site for you to do it yourself, available are the yarn and over-sized […]

melbourne travel diary

Breakfast at old favourite Batch Espresso The Olsen Hotel part of the Art Series Hotels A little Window shopping at Jardan Richmond Showroom and Jean Paul Gaultier Exhibition at The NGV  

gardener & marks now open

Today I happened to be in Melbourne for the first day of new store Gardner & Marks (formally Empire Vintage) a new look and beginning and a partnership between Lynda Gardener and Amanda Henderson – Marks. The shop is filled with a moody/earthy mix of new and vintage and with a good pop of colour. […]

melbourne travel diary

I love coming Home to visit Melbourne, I’m actually here rather often for work and play. Here are a few Melbourne Favourites Luna Park St Kilda Shopping at Scout House and coffee from Wall Two 80

tropical vibes from new zealand

I never tire of a tropical motif or living everyday like your on holidays (at least in your mindset) I just discovered Kanuka from New Zealand. Their collection is all stripes, banana and palm prints which I of course love, think tropical holidays, fruity pastels and coconuts too! Click here to view the entire collection and […]