Pillow Talk

A few perfect sofa recipes in the latest Manifesto Magalog. You can view the whole story and all the colorful pillow pick-me-ups in the latest issue here! 

{Photography by Lawrence Te // By Colleen}

The Manifesto Magalog is Live!

I found out last week that I unexpectedly and immediately have to leave the country for a family emergency. What was supposed to be three weeks until departure turned into hours and it's been inexplicably hard to function and focus, which makes me more proud than normal to tell you that the latest Manifesto Magalog is live. My awesome team and I worked so hard to get this out before I have to skip town and I really hope you enjoy! Here are a few of my faves--

If you would like to see more, you can check it all out over at Society Social and while you're over the new arrivals are out, too! As always, thank you so much for your support :) I would love to hear what you think!

Also, I will have a few things scheduled so it won't be complete radio silence, but for now, please send lots of good vibes and prayers!! I need them all.

{Photography by Lawrence Te}

My Bedroom Makeover

Mom and Dad have been bugging me for months to choose a new paint color for my bedroom in our home in the Philippines. They first built the house when I was in high school and at the time I chose a cheery salmon color that I paired with sheer white linens and honey-hued rattan. I've been dragging my feet in indecision, but we'll be there for the wedding in about month so it's now or never. After quite the colorful week in the blog world at Erika's...

...and this citrus-y chair at Hanna's...

...I've been inspired to go bolder and more graphic than a fresh coat of paint. I'm obsessed with some kind of citrus tree or floral and fauna motif so thus far I've pulled Mangosteen... (Mangos are my favorite fruit and the national fruit of the Philippines. They must be related, right?)

...and Naples, both from my favorite Thibaut.

I've also saved this beaut from the Oly Studio showroom at Highpoint last year. You probably recognize it from Pinterest and all over the blogosphere; it made its rounds!

A talented artist has already painted gorgeous murals in the other parts of the house so if I don't go with wallpaper I'm so tempted to have him come in and have at it in my room.  I only have to see it at the most once a year, therefore the chances of me tiring of it are pretty slim-- why not go bolder, right?

A hand-painted mural or wallpaper? Of course, I would pair it up with all kinds of my fabulous faux bamboo! What do you think?

Booze Totes

Andrea and I designed these cheeky wine totes for the "well bred-party patron and champion shopper of fine wine and spirits." Society Social is growing (yay!!) and my official new design associate and right hand lady, (I can't wait to introduce her y'all--next week!!) snapped these pretty photos to show them off. They make for a perfect hostess gift or personal shopping tote!

So, are you an after party/hotel lobby kinda girl? Pimm's cup picnic-er in Central Park? Sipper of Gin and Juice? Check them out here. I hope y'all love!

The Perfect Summer Sweater

The dolman sleeve sweater...might as well call it a blanket in my book.  Not always ideal for winter (where do those bat wing like sleeves go when the winter puffer goes on?) but so perfect for cooler months and even summer when layers aren't mandatory for life. This marled grey version is so lightweight, loung-y, and soft that it would be perfect for say a 36 hour voyage (!) hopping from chilly plane to chilly plane. You can find me in coach, but no worries, I'll be all cozied up in my blanket slash sweater.

And because we are always doing something ridiculous around here, Mom and I discovered that one day (if) it will also double as a maternity wear. Proven by the largest watermelon I have ever bought at Wal-Mart. Money in the bank y'all.

{Photography by Lawrence Te | Nasty Gal Static Knit Sweater | Watermelon pic by Mom}

In between...

I'm in between fabric market and launching a new Manifesto Magalog, the fourth one in Society Social's two years, and I have to say in all honesty it's the best one yet. I'm extremely excited to share but for now please excuse my spotty correspondence. Here are a few things that have been going on around here...

• My new designs, the fancy footsy tables, (above!! :) are now in the shop. They make me so happy.
• While the cat's away the mice will play. The Mr. turned chatty Kathy has called me from here and here one too many drinks deep. He is a hilarious boozer.
• I added to my growing vintage collection! My closet is getting way interesting #ilovethe80s
• Mom found out she wasn't feeding Makai enough. This explains everything :(
• I was recently introduced to Bubble Butt and could not stop dancing for hours. (I advise NOT watching the video.)
• I listen to random Spotify playlists during work. I found myself bouncing around to this one too many times and assumed a Bugatti was some kind of Italian villa, it is not. Would you know what one was? 
• I poured over this article and took major mental notes!
• Nikki sent awesome Hugh & Crye shirts for my boys. We are getting a photo shoot on the books to show them off soon :)

I'll be back to regular scheduling soon! Hope everyone is doing fabulous! xoxo!

Nasty Gal Cutaway Tank

I recently made my first purchase at Nasty Gal, one of them being this basic grey tank. I'm obsessed with the racerback (and racerfront!) cut and soft sheer fabric. I paired it with denim cut offs and was happy as a clam at my brother's "grill and chill" cookout yesterday. What are you wearing this summer? Basic, casual style is all I can handle when the temperatures soar to steamy levels!

LT took these photos on our back porch in front of a backdrop he made himself. (after an intense round of bocce ball :) I love how they turned out. Here are more if you would like to see!