Sabrina Dehoff Coral Bib Necklace

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The House of Kami Jack Rose

This is only the tip of the iceberg on all the gorgeous things from The House of Kami.  Go over soon and check it out.  Right now would actually be a great time.

I won’t waste any more of my precious readers time discussing my views on this salacious brain rotting entertainment, but I will share some photos of the amazing interiors (well done Patricia Urquiola) to the W Hotel Retreat & Sap Vieques Island, the location of this weeks episode. Stunning! As Liz Lemon would say, “I want to go to there”.

If you loved the style of The W and you would like to interpret some of theme into a room, or two, of your home I’ve compiled a selection of items below that I believe pick up on the flavor of the design. Beware, some of these items are very affordable and some are a bit ridiculous, but I can guarantee that they are all lovely.

Morosso: Tropicalia by Particia Urquiola

Hive Modern: Arne Jacobson Swan Sofa

Crate and Barrel: Ginger Blue Side Table

Hive Modern: Lipstick Lounge Chair

Angela Adams: Ocean Hand-Tufted Wool Rug

CB2: Q White Pillow

Pillows and Throws: FJS Pillow Ikat

West Elm: Small Wire Pendant

Cocoa and Hearts: Sisters

Crate and Barrel: Driftwood Mirror

Jonathan Adler: Jere Raindrops Scultpture

West Elm: Organic Cotton Pintuck Duvet and Shams

Shourouk Pink Miami Brass Chrystal Necklace

Ummm… just plain wow!

Tom Binns Slap Dash Swarovski Chrystal Bib Necklace

Sadly this one is sold out (sad face) I still feel it was worth featuring because DANG it’s gorgeous!

Existing Bed Frame

Ikea: Malm (dark stain)

Existing Tables and Lamps (I’m using a very simple light color shade for the lamps)

Table: Pier One Anamati Three Tear Mosaic Table

Lamps: Target Silver Mercury Glass Lamp

But now it’s time to add some charm and character to the room.  As a couple we traveled to Kyoto Japan about four years ago and picked up a few pieces of local art which we’ve since had framed and the three pieces are now hanging in the guest bedroom.  The primary colors of the art are a deep coral, navy blue and a lighter sky blue.  I wanted to embrace these colors with the softer accents in the room, like the bedding, rug, drapery and fine a few hard accessory items.

The Rug (desired color on the left, reference image on the right)

It’s hard to tell, but I’m pretty sure the rug is brighter than this images leads us to believe, but this is the general look that I’m after.

Garnet Hill: Bogart Flat Weave Wool Rug

The other option for the rug brings out a bit more of a tangerine vibe than a coral vibe.  I would have to visit it in person.

West Elm: Iznik Dhurrie

The Bedding. I’m thinking that monogramming an “H” on the pillow cases. Could be cute, could be way too preppy for the room.

Lands End: Navy and White Hotel Bedding and Sheets

A throw blanket to tie it all together

Pillows and Throws Unison Harper Poppy Throw

The color might be a bit too snappy, so I would want to also take a look at this orange throw after the rug came arrived.

CB2 Knit Burnt Orange Throw

I could also have a bit of fun and add another pattern into the mix.  We all know I’m not afraid to layer patterns, but the orange may not be rich enough, again I would have to wait to see what the exact color of the rug turns out to be.

Jonathan Adler: Nixon Throw

For a bit of additional fun, and a space for a guest to layout all their accessories (make-up, jewelry, wallet, cell phones…)

CB2: CB2 Formosa Burnt Orange Side Table

Don’t forget the windows.  With all the pattern and the dark walls (gray) that I already have in the room I want something light for the drapery.

West Elm: Luxe Window Panel

So, what do you think?!?

One of these oh-so-talented artists is Shana Aldrich, the founder of the jewelry line The Ropes.  I first came across Shana’s designs in Portland’s Angela Adams showroom.  I was immediately drawn to the bracelets that were featured just next to the checkout counter…. they always know how to get you!  What made me initially pick up one of the bracelets is that they were substantial, not unlike a statement bracelet, and they were made from the most joyful colors.  I got into a long conversation with the loveliest shop girl and she told me that a local Mainer had done the design.  I quickly headed home, business card in hand, to look up Shana’s work.  After reading her bio I realized that her website does a much, much better job explaining who she is and what inspires her than I ever would be able to… so here’s a mini-bio all about Shana:

A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, Shana followed her dream to become a designer and spent the beginning of her career as an apparel designer in New York City and Boston. After some time away, Shana realized her true passion was to return to Maine and pursue a design career in the surroundings that she was most influenced by.

Inspired by her frequent trips to the beach with her son Thomas and her love of the ocean, Shana founded The Ropes — a line of hand-made accessories constructed from marine ropes and hardware. Her innovative flare for mixing stylish trends with traditional materials from Maine’s marine culture has helped her develop The Ropes and brought her back to embrace the way of life that she loves.

I knew I wanted to do a blog post featuring her work and I was so inspired by her designs that I decided to have some fun and match up my favorite of her designs with the outfit I would ideally wear if I could style myself using my Internet Closet. Hopefully this will bring some Spring or Summer fun into this chilly winter day for you.

Bracelet: The Ropes, Skirt: Zero + Maria Conejo, Shoes: Maison Martin Margiela, Orange Top: Zero + Maria Cornejo

Let’s Let Diane Dress Us This Time:

Bracelet: The Ropes, Top: Karin Top, Skirt: Elley Mini Skirt, Shoes: Elan

Bracelet: The Ropes, Skirt: J Crew Pencil Skirt , Top: James Perse

 Bracelet: The Ropes, Top: Anthropologie Clipped Cities Blouse , Jeans: Rag + Bone

Necklace: The Ropes, Top: The Gap Slub Knit Drop Shoulder , Shorts: Girl. By Band of Outsiders, Shoes: Tory Burch Bi-Color Espadrille

Vanessa Arizaga Salty Lime Silver Plated Pave Diamond Necklace

Lovely.