Polka Dot Rug

These delicious paintings by Bella Foster got me thinking- how charming would a polka dot rug be? It would definitely take a certain swagger to avoid from looking too elementary. I'm thinking playful sophistication! I'm in no need of a rug, but I just had to shop around to see if I could find a dotted variety. Et voila! Could you do it?

Happy Weekending!

TGIF y'all! What do you have going on this weekend? After quite the red letter night last weekend, Alan and I are purposely doing as much of nothing as possible. Isn't it funny how your recovery time is directly proportional to your age? Perhaps we'll hunt down the ultimate bagel or maybe even manage to culture ourselves at an art fair, but most likely we'll be doing a lot of this :)

Happy Weekending to you!

p.s. Did you see my Sedgewick bar cart? I sent her out by the bevy this afternoon, and I can't wait for all my socials to get them!

{Weekend style by The Sartorialist}

159 Lexington Ave (at 30th Street)

The afternoon sun slanted in through the window as we sipped on a perfectly fruity torrontes at my latest stop around the neighb, Penelope Cafe. Think chicken pot pie, mac 'n' cheese, homemade meatballs-- a rustic country kitchen with all the comforts of home.  Do stop by if you're in the Murray Hill/Kips Bay area.

Heads up! I enjoyed a leisurely lunch, but if you're feeling brunchy be prepared for a crowd!

Love a Good Contrast Welt

Isn't a blank canvas exhilarating and intimidating at the same time? There are so many possibilities when it comes to decorating an empty space and the commitment of a sofa gives me the shakes! I FINALLY decided after a bajil fabric swatches. Her name is QUINN and she is quite the contrast.  Do you have commitment phobia too?

{Lonny| Nick Olsen}

The Corner of West 4th and Jane

According to New York Magazine, it is my "civic duty" as a New Yorker to have a beer and burger at Corner Bistro at least once. The food came on paper plates, the beer was cold and only $3 at that, the company was easy, and aside from getting melty cheese in my hair, I feel like a prime citizen of this magnificent little island.  I do recommend heading to the corner of West 4th and Jane!

Do you have a favorite, no-fuss dive in your city?

SwoonWorthy

I'm so excited to be sharing a little about the Mr. and I on Tamra's charming new website Ever Swoon. Her party planning prowess is now available to the masses and you simply must swing by and check it out! There's even a disco ball and sparkly shoes to get you in the mood. My kind of social!

If you would like, our love story is here. And the fabulous graphic designer behind the sparkly is here!

Tequila & Tonic

It's what I've been drinking lately. Like a zesty margarita without all the sugar! Bottoms up ;)

{Martha Stewart}