sunday in milano

It's Sunday in Milan and the weather is slowly changing it's tune, which puts me in the mood for some comfort food cooking. The smell of roasted chicken or turkey (depending the time of year) drizzled with gravy reminds me of home. And of course a side dish of potato's (mashed or roasted) and string beans. Whether it was my grandmothers house or my own childhood home, there is just something about that smell that is comforting. While cooking this evening, I have to admit, I'm already planning Thanksgiving in my head. Love this time of year. (photos Deirdre Quinn)

little weekly finds......

it's seems like babies galore this month (and more arrivals in months ahead) among our friends so I was thrilled to stumble upon these onesies. don't they make adorable gifts? and I simply cannot resist these ruffles
can't wait to get my hands on this childrens book for my nephews
some seaweed and ocean plant illustrations
inspiring vintage pressed flower book
would simply be in heaven to rest my little head in this summer tree house and maybe the main house would look something like this and if one were to stretch this dream further, this would be where we would host lavish dinners.....
this amazing before and after home renovation of this Parisian apt.
a few simple wedding bouquets
an intimate and enchanting forest wedding found here
a vintage wedding gown for $695
if i could upgrade my hunter boots i would choose these
plastic bags made into art

i heart nyc

The past couple of days I've been missing NYC
thinking of my family and friends back home across the big blue....sigh
then I stumbled on this little treasure created by designer H. Sakurai
and it put a smile on my face
for those of you that are NYC brides, these little jewels would make great bridesmaid gifts
and better yet, why not gift them in these goodie bags

it only takes two....

I'm truly in awe of this simply beautiful and chic nyc city hall wedding

really, at the end of the day, that's all you need, right?
love EVERYTHING about this wedding.
the talented lady behind the lens is, Jimena Roquero
for more favorite nyc city hall here and here

fairytale wedding

oh my!
look at that dramatic cape like veil
more exquisite details from this fairytale wedding here

(found via lovely bride blog)
(photo source)

bike with style

My A. is a bicycle guy. Obsessed with bikes. Pretty much rides when ever, where ever, night and day. I'm the wife obsessed with safety, particularly, in a city where cars drive as if they're racing in the Italian Grand Prix. So, I have to admit, I was over the moon when he finally purchased a bike helmet from Yakkay. I tell ya, this little company, designing fashionable bike helmets was divine intervention.
I think I can bear to wear my dorky helmet for a little while longer but soon hope to upgrade to this one

(photo source)

his & hers

While I'm not a fan of his and her beds (too old fashion), I do give a big thumbs up for the his and her bathrooms. Sure I could survive sharing one but we're lucky enough to each have our very own (teeny tiny) his and her bathrooms, side by side, but no where near as grand and luxurious as the ones shown in the film, The Arrangement, (see picture above)
As hubby and wife we pretty much share everything but when it comes to the powder room we're spoiled with our own private space.
Although sometimes I turn to A. and ask "way not make one BIG bathroom instead of these teeny tiny no space his and her ones" I guess in my heart, I'd rather share everything.

(p.s. great film by the way, worth the watch)

golden tulips

delicate petals that look like they've been dipped in gold
ok, only the chain is gold plated but isn't it sweet? found on this adorable site

left over spring

Feeling a bit under the weather today with a strange summer cold, weird, I know. It's August, who gets colds in August? I do. Go figure, I blame it the many planes I have been on recently.
anyway, I'm resting my stuffy head but I thought I'd share this wisteria blossom just outside our house.
Feels like a little milano spring held on and braved the hot hot summer

day trip

A. and I joined some friends this past weekend for a little river swim at this special spot.
Only 40 min. from our home in milan....
love day trips out of the city and into nature

What special nature spots to you go to near your home?

swoooooon

the last little elegant garment by the late McQueen
silver feathers anyone?

(photo source)

home sweet home

A. and I are back in milan from our glorious vacation in greece.
trying to snap out of island life and back into city dwelling
photos and travel tips to come......
stay tuned......

on holiday

still floating in the sea
enjoying lazy days on the island with friends and A.
one more week and things will be back to normal at LWB
hope everyone is having a great summer

chamomile posy

i'm a big fan of the uncomplicated bouquet.
sweet and simple just works better sometimes, like this little posy of chamomile created Brooklyn florist, Kat Flower


(photography jen huang)

andiamo in vacanza

A. and I are heading on vacanza for 3 weeks to this little island far far away from modern life.
My BFF and her main man are joining us all the way from San Fran, yowza! talk about trains, planes and automobiles! 3 flights, overnightstay followed by a hydro boat ride to the little oasis, where we will be waiting on the dock (see photo above) to greet them.
Can't wait to swim in the sea, eat fresh picked figs every morning (see above), devour delish polipo (octopus) for lunch and dinner (i'm obessed) and just be........

oh so french

francoise hardy a natural french beauty
why is it that the french just oooooze style that looks effortless?
luv it

bubbles anyone?

i think i'm liking the sipping out of a vintage champagne glass thing
last week, A. and I went sipped the bubbly out of vintage glasses at this place

(photo source)

Wedding Photographer: Emily Anderson

beautiful work of Chicago based wedding photographer, Emily Anderson
to see a sweet proposal of the couple featured above go here

handmade jewels

sweet pea necklace found here

art deco inspiration

was out and about in Milano the other night with A. who brought me to a little art deco gem of a restaurant called, Amici Del Liberty. Delish!
My little take away, was not a doggie bag, (which by the way doesn't exist in Italy, thank god) but this beautiful, art deco cutout business card made of super thin metal.
Um, divine? so was the prosecco served in vintage champagne glasses....