Interiors :: An Industrial Chic LA Home

I think it's safe to say that I'm absolutely in love with Amy Walker and Reid Carolin's 1920's Los Angeles home.  The stylish couple worked with interior designer Sally Breer to create the perfect balance of masculinity and femininity.  I love the muted color palette paired with more edgy pieces, but my favorite element of the house has to be that gorgeous zinc bar.  Read more about the beautiful home in Domaine.

Images via Domaine Home

Travel :: Rayavadee Krabi, Thailand

I have shared our hotels in Bangkok, Koh Phangan, and Koh Lanta...and for the last leg of our Thailand trip we will be staying at the beautiful Rayavadee on Railay Beach.  The Rayavdee is located on a peninsula that is only accessible by speedboat.  Surrounded by three beaches, Rayavadee sits on the edge of Krabi's National Marine Park amidst lush gardens, coconut groves, and the Andaman Sea.  We will be staying in two-story villa nestled in the jungle {read: monkeys everywhere!} that resembles a little mushroom house.  The resort houses four different restaurants including The Grotto, a bar and grill located inside a limestone cave with a postcard view of Phra Nang Beach.  Pinch me!

Images via Rayavadee

Happy Fourth of July!

To all my readers - I wish you the happiest Fourth of July ever.  I hope your day is filled with friends, family, sunshine, and celebrating this great country we call our home.  Cheers!

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In the Kitchen :: Fourth of July Recipes

Lobster Salad with Grapefruit & Avocado by Taste Williams Sonoma

We're currently in Breckenridge, CO to celebrate the Fourth of July and attend my cousin's wedding in the mountains.  If you're still not sure what you will be making for your Fourth of July festivities, I have rounded up some drool-worthy recipes that will be sure to please a crowd even on the hottest summer days.  Bon appétit!

Mexican Street Corn by A House in the Hills

Tuscan-Style Marinated Chicken with Couscous by Dreams in HD

Mussels with White Wine by Bon Appétit Magazine

Mango & Salted Coconut Popsicles with Crushed Peanut Topping by The Design Files

Strawberry Lime Basil Shortcakes by The Artful Desperado

Fashion :: Fourth of July Style

JCrew Silk Cami // JCrew Lillian Patent Wedges {30% off with 'JULY'} //   JCrew Sailor-Stripe One-Piece {30% off with 'JULY'} // Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac Bag // Fendi Pequin Cat's Eye Sunglasses // JCrew Linen Drapey Drawstring Pant {30% off with 'JULY'} // Madewell Transport Tote // JCrew Denim Short // Essie Nail Polish {Aruba Blue} // Sam Edelman Bray Slingback Sandals  // Marysia Swim Scallop Bikini Top and Bottom // Supergoop SPF 50 Sunscreen // JCrew Pintuck Cami {30% off with 'JULY} // Tory Burch Beach Weekender // Tai Stardust Earrings // Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick {Extreme Coral} // JCrew Drapey Beach Sweater

Fourth of July is the perfect excuse to break out your most patriotic, All-American styles in every shade of red, white, and blue.  I have rounded up some of my favorite picks that you can wear all summer long {and beyond!} including the most GORGEOUS Tibi dress, star-spangled earrings, and the perfect white swimsuit.  Happy shopping!

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Art :: Surf's Up!

It's July 1st which means summer is officially in full-swing!  This month is jam-packed with weddings, out-of-town visitors, and weekend getaways...but what I'm most excited about is our upcoming family vacation to St. Maarten at the end of the month.  It will be so nice to lay in the sun, read by our pool, and swim in the sea.  And these paintings by John Holm are just what I need to get me into that tropical mentality.  Surf's up!

Images via Honestly WTF