For the Love of {Red & White}

My love of red and white is apparently not limited to gift wrap this Christmas; I've been slowly saving holiday images, many of which I realized fit my red and white theme.

Marisa Crawford Indri

Lucas Allen

Phyllis Asher via desire to inspire

Brian Andriola- stylist

Kate Mathis Photography

Kate Mathis Photography

Carrie Patterson Photography

Krakvik & D'Orazio

I love the red and white stripe that runs through many of these pictures, and I am absolutely craving some Christmas sugar cookies and peppermint bark. Yum!

I have some more holiday things planned to share with you in the coming weeks, one feature in particular that I especially think you will enjoy. I hope to start sharing that with you later this week!

*As I was putting this post together, it probably should not have startled me to look up and realize that I had also decorated this lil' guy in red and white, yet it did! And I must say, he is quite cheerfully lending some holiday spirit to our hotel room.

For the Love of {Owls}- Part 3

The owls in this segment would make sweet additions to any home.

White Ceramic Owls

Clockwise from Top Left: here, here, here, and here.

Brass Owls
From Top Clockwise: here, here, and here.

Glass Owls
L to R: Iittala here and here

Owl Pillows
L to R: here and here

Up Next: An exciting announcement!

For the Love of {Owls}- Part 2

While Part 1 of For the Love of {Owls} consisted of photos and a painting that were realistic representations of the nocturnal creatures, Part 2 features illustrations with portrayals of owls that are either animated, slightly lifelike, or some combination of the two.

Diana Sudyka

Badbird

Kareena Zerefos via ffffound!

Shell

Poor Dog Farm

Ola Design

Owl from "The Owl & the Pussy-cat" Diptych- Mok Duk by Anne Benjamin

Decoylab

There are more owls to come tomorrow along with an exciting announcement I can't wait to share!!

For the Love of {Owls}

I know that a lot of people are "over" owls, as happens with any trend, but, perhaps since I am such a night owl myself, I still find some owl-inspired pieces irresistible!

Each of these pieces of art captured my eye; I love the life-like quality of Cara Enteles' painting, and I adore each of the three photographs, by Sharon Montrose, Allie Arts 4 Children, and D.S. Brennan Photography, as well.

Eye of the Predator- Cara Enteles

Allie Art 4 Children

Sharon Montrose

D.S. Brennan Photography

Stay tuned for Part 2!

For the Love of {Feathers}- Fashion

Forever 21

Michael Teperson at Vivre

Marc by Marc Jacobs at eLUXURY

Plenty Frock at Revolve Clothing

And another, if I had a million dollars...

Bamford Feather Jacket at Neiman Marcus

It might not be very vegetarian-friendly, but somehow I can't help but love this jacket! The black feathers seem so glam and rock n' roll! -Sigh-

For the Love of {Feathers}- Jewelry

Anna Korte Vintage Jewelry at Tobi

Alex and Ani at Shopbop

Betsey Johnson at Nordstrom

Urban Outfitters

And, if I had a million dollars...

H.Stern at Neiman Marcus

For the Love of {Feathers}- Home

When I realized that my feather bit wasn't stopping because I had just a few more feather items to share, I decided some "For the Love of" posts were in order.

Roost Porcelain Ornaments- Velocity Art and Design

Williams-Sonoma Home

Print- Leah Duncan

Gift Tags- Moth to a Flame Studio

Stay tuned for the remaining posts in this feather series!

For the love of {Plaid}- Part 5

For now, here's one more look at Hatch's work (previously mentioned here and here.)

Perhaps it's because I've found myself a little infatuated with plaid (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, and Part 4,) but I love Hatch's branding and design for their client, MacLean Winery.

Craig MacLean, the founder of the winery, wanted to reflect his Scottish heritage in his brand, and Hatch incorporated elements of his family crest and tartan into their concept for MacLean Winery.


Their wine, with its festive red plaid design, looks like something I would love to break open for the holidays!

For the Love of {Plaid}- Part 4

Part 4 (and I promise last!)- Accessories

The Scarlet Plaid Bracelet from Heritage 1981 at Forever 21 offers just the right touch of plaid for an outfit.

These Wellies from L.L. Bean feel perfect for fall activities such as apple or pumpkin picking.

Quite a different plaid shoe than above, these Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent pumps at shopbop would be a fun compliment to a party dress.

Some other adorable plaid accessories here, here, here and here

For the Love of {Plaid}- Part 3

Part 3- Shirts

I believe this shirt by Joie at Bloomingdales could absolutely take the place of the long-lamented jcrew blouse from last winter (see introduction in Part 1)

This Kimchi Blue shirt at Urban Outfitters could help transition a wardrobe into fall.


While I don't think this color would be great for me, I can't help but find myself drawn to this shirt at Newport News.

Some more fabulous plaid shirts here, here, here, here and here.

For the Love of {Plaid}- Part 2

Part 2- Jackets & Skirts

The Cleo Toggle Coat at dELiA*s looks perfect for fall.

I LOVE this jacket by Aqua at Bloomingdales

I'm digging the vintage vibe of this jacket by Isaac Mizrahi for Target


I love this high-waisted pencil skirt from Forever 21


This plaid skirt from Gap looks comfy and cute.