Inspiration: {An Editorial}

{look closely at this editorial... the photography (landscape, angles and lighting) is exceptional.. {p.s. absolutely adore the outfit in the first image... love, love bow-tie blouses and even her nail polish and shoes sparkle in the sunlight}

(Source, Oh Fashion Model.  Ashley Smith by Ofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro 116, September 10 )

Inspiration: {Designer's Atelier + A Wedding Boudoir}

{stumbled upon these wonderful photographs of Maria Lucia Hohan's atelier to discovered the photographs were taken by the Cherry Blossom Girl, which when I visited her blog realized she was recently married in a dress made by Maria Lucia Hohan, yet designed by the Cherry Blossom Girl herself.)

{images from The Cherry Blossom's wedding boudoir...}

(Source, Design Your Fashion.)

Inspiration: {Beyond Glamorous + News}

{absolutely adore the ornate touches of soft velvet tufted couches and armchairs, silk taffeta curtains, a rich ink-blue bathroom and so much more... also thrilled to announce Simply Seductive now has a Facebook Page... a bit late in the game, but nonetheless thrilled to possibly make new acquaintances... if it pleases you, pass on the news (see the Facebook "Share It" button at the right side bar of this blog)!}

(Source, Windsor Smith; discovered via Plush Palate.)

Spotlight: {Interior Designer, Thom Filicia}

{gorgeous interiors by renowned interior designer, Thom Filicia...}

(Source, 1stdibs.)

Inspiration: {Canadian Designer, Marika Brose}

{Canadian Designer Marika Brose is in her fourth collection. Fall 2010 features stunning luxe brocades, sheer fabrics, feathers and sequins... the source of all things feminine and lovely...}

(Source, Marika Brose.)

Inspiration: {Rachel Bilson}

{so lovely and stylish...}

(Source, Rachel Bilson for InStyle September 10; discovered via Because I'm Addicted.)



{p.s. you may have noticed the Coach Poppy Trail blooming on the left-side of this blog... unfortunately, I am not qualified to win as I am a Quebec resident, who are excluded from this great promotion,... however, I have chosen to leave it on, to make you aware of other great sites and for your chance to win instant prizes... enjoy and good luck!}

Inspiration: {Chanel ~ Fall 2010 Khaki Nail Polish Collection}

{Hi there, still another week of vacation before returning to work... sleeping in quite late and taking things a bit leisurely, reading lovely books and planning a fall wardrobe, which will definitely include Chanel's perfectly stylish khaki nail polish shades... {p.s. many, many thanks for the most lovely comments over the weekend and welcome new followers... have a lovely, lovely week, xoxo}}

(Source, Stylelist)