Black & White

Oh how I love Nate Berkus and black and white!  This room is stunning!  It's the perfect base for me.  I would add a few pops of colour with pillows and throws and a few items on the fabulous zebra ottoman. 

I had a terrible sleep last night and in need of a lot of caffeine today to stay awake.  This black and white room is totally how i feel today.  I'll sit in the sun at lunch to get some vitamin D to make me feel better. 

Have a great day! xx

A stylish dining bench

Good morning!


I hope you all had a lovely weekend.  Mine was very low-key and relaxed.  I was slightly bored at times.  Ryan worked the entire weekend.  It was the first weekend that I didn't have many plans.  I met up with my cousins for lunch on Saturday, shopped for linens (see the post below) and then worked on my budget for work and a few house errands on Sunday.  Very dull. 


I started the week off on a good note by working out this morning.  I feel great now!  The sun is shining, it's a warm 23 degrees and my budget is complete.  It's a great day! :)

I found this image below in my archives.  I have no idea where it's from or who designed the room. All I know is how much I love the yellow silk curtains, table and the bench.  The bench caught my attention immediately (even though we can barely see it).  I love the pattern and style of the bench.  It looks incredibly comfortable and very stylish.  I dream of one day having a bench in our kitchen. 

xo

Let's go back to bed...

Morning folks!  It's Sunday morning and I'm enjoying a tall, half sweet, extra-hot, no whip, no foam, soy mocha at Starbucks (it's my drink which everyone makes fun of because it's so specific... but that's the beauty of starbucks because you get exactly what you want :) ).  I should be focusing on my budget forecast for work but instead I found myself online checking out who has updated their blog and feeling the urge to update you all on what I've purchased this weekend. 

Restoration Hardware

I have been working on the look I want to achieve in our new master bedroom for a few weeks now (most of this is done in my head).  I know I want something different from what we have now which is the RH White Italian Stitch in Chocolate Brown bedding.  I ordered the Pure White 600 Sateen from RH and thought it was going to be pure luxury and that we deserved it for the new house.  I mean how often do you change the style of your bedding?  For me it's not often at all so I don't mind spending the money on it since it will have to last.  However, when the new bedding arrived on Friday I wasn't so ecstatic after laying it out on the bed.  There was something off.  I stared at it for way too long to admit.  I would leave the room and then come back to see if something had changed.  (Do I sound like I'm losing my mind?)  Of course, nothing changed and nor was I getting use to the sheen factor.  The bed was practically glowing!  It was just way too shiny!  So I made the executive decision to take it back and get something a bit more practical for a new family house.  I mean I don't live a luxious life and nor do I have someone to iron my expensive bedding everyday to keep it looking great. 

After an hour with the RH sales person I picked out the Vintage Washed Belgian Linen set in white and couldn't be happier!  It's exactly the look I want to achieve - fresh, practical and elegant.  Linen is luxury and much more affordable.  :)  Now I have to wait 5 1/2 weeks to set it up. 

Ok, I must get back to work and then go check out HomeSense to see what's new.  Have a great Sunday my lovelies.  xo

Tip of the week!

I was just reading Rambling Renovators blog where she lists her latest loves.  One of them is one of the best inventions I've seen in a long time.  Check out these picture hanging tacks at My Design Dump.  They are brilliant and a must buy for the new house.

Friday Night Cocktail & Setting

TGIF!!  I have approximately 50 minutes left of being in the office before I can head home and relax.  I won't be relaxing very long since I still have some work to do but at least I'll be in the comforts of my home and Lulu Lemon pants.  :) 

For those of you who don't have plans.  Here's a little Friday night recipe to enjoy. 

Mojitos!!!
1.25 oz rum
12 mint leaves
1 tbsp sugar (or honey to save calories)
0.5 oz lime juice
2 oz soda (I've also heard that using 1oz soda and 1oz white wine is a great mix)
Place mint leaves in bottom of glass. Add crushed ice, Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum, sugar, and lime juice, and muddle. Add soda water and garnish with mint leaves.
 
Enjoy drinking it on the patio...

Coastal LIving

 
with your favourite songs playing in the background and your loved one(s) beside you. 
 
Have a great weekend!! xo

Art Inspiration for our new house

I'm loving these water Colours from Bright, Bold and Beautiful by Laura Trevey on Etsy. The colours make me so happy!  (not sure why I'm typing in bold... it won't turn off for some reason)  The colours are perfect for the beautiful sunny Friday morning we are experiencing in Toronto today.  I'm headed to a client lunch which will hopefully be on the patio.  Fingers crossed!  I LOVE patio season!  Have a great day!! xo

Wish I was in a sun dress today.  Instead my ruffled satin salmon coloured top from J. Crew will have to do.  :)

Neutral is Soothing

Morning lovely readers!  I'm back at work today after spending the majority of yesterday on my back with a heating pad.  I pulled a muscle getting ready for the gym.  (Do you think that's a sign that I shouldn't go to the gym in the morning or is it a sign that I should go more???)  Any how, I'm feeling a bit better today.  I can finally take a deeper breath.  The chiropracter should help me a lot at lunch today. 

In the meantime, does everyone find this bedroom as soothing and lovely as I do?  I could easily end my days relaxing in this bed.  I love the shape of the headboard.  I would like to attempt making my own headboard this summer.  Once I'm in the house I will get started. 

Better Homes and Gardens