Dior handbags & film noir ads for s/s 2010

I looove the Dior's handbags - the classic and sophisticated designs and the quilted structure. Made with superior craftsmanship, truly reflect the distinctive Christian Dior style.

I also like the new Christian Dior Spring/Summer 2010 ad campaign, featuring model Karlie Kloss. Great photos taken by Steven Miesel, show her in shady, through -the-blind lighting, wearing very alluring clothing and makeup. This mysterious and seductive atmosphere, brings a film noir spell.

The model also shows off two Dior's bags - the mini-briefcase bag in python and a larger, black Birkin-like. I just can't wait to see more.

Deborah Needleman - The Domino's woman

To launch a magazine and make it one of the most amazing inspirations, is a huge achievement, that takes a special combination of talent and passion. Deborah Needleman, after being a picture editor, then writing about gardens and design for The New York Times, and being an editor at large for USA House & Garden, decided to launch The Domino magazine, which mission was to make stylish decorating accessible to all. She also co-authored Domino: The Book of Decorating, which not only contains the best of Domino's interiors images but is also a fantastic resource that you can return to again and again.

I truly admire her sophisticated aesthetic and her fabulous Tribeca loft in New York City. The way she designed it, by making a big living room looks like there were different areas. I like the combination of classic furniture with modern pieces, like the lucite coffee table. The color palette is refreshing and natural and gives a calm and simple look that makes it a peaceful place to live.

In the master bedroom, I love the chair in the corner and the headboard that Needleman designed herself. Because of it, room looks simple yet chic.

I truly regret that Domino is no longer being published.

P.S.

She also created a great quiz StyleScope, that helps to discover your own personal style and will give you some advice on how to make your style work in your home. Mine result is Elegant Classic, and yours?

Classic Sophistication with a Modern Twist

Fabulous apartment in coffee shades. Brown, cream and white with touches of color, that pop up unexpectedly. I looove the clean lines of furniture that give a feeling of classic sophistication. And at the same time some accent pieces, like olive chair in the living room or pop-art paintings give a modern twist and allow to take everything with pinch of salt.

Amazing DIY home office renovation

I've been a big fan of Jennifer Ramos from Made By Girl for a while now. I truly admire her aesthetic and a fabulous blog, full of colorful and inspirational design ideas. And now, I fall in love in her new home office. It's so bright, clean and spacious. I adore the macintosh rose wallpaper by Graham & Brown, and fabulous curtains by West Elm (they are in such a great shade). More photos of this amazing space you can see here.

At the Top of the World

If somebody would ever told me, that I have five minutes to pack all my stuff, in order to move to one of those apartments - he wouldn't have to wait for me even a minute. OMG!!! That's all I'm able to say, when I see them. All those windows, the view, the feeling of space - it literally took my breath away...

Favorite Combos - Black & Gold

I know that for some this combo might seem cliché, but for me it's a instant chic. Even though I'm not a big fan of gold color, I love this specific combination - the darkness of the black, enlightened by the shining gold.

Pastels with accents

Clean lines, soft pastels with some black and color accents - loove it. It's a perfect balance of femininity and sophistication. Those who don't like monochromatic spaces, will appreciate pops of color, like violet velvet sofa or red sculpture and painting. Neutral walls and furniture, are here a perfect backdrop, allowing black and color accessories to simply mark out.

Happy Valentine's Day

What would we be without love? And that's why for me Valentin's Day, is a day to express love, and to celebrate the spirit of it. So either you're with someone or not, just enjoy the day, because life is all about harmony and happiness. And as my gift I present, a fabulous story "Me without You" by Lisa Swerling & Ralph Lazar. Happy Valentine's Day to everyone!!!

Olga Kurylenko for Campari

And another great calendar. But this time it's Campari Calendar 2010, which has become iconic , while each year only 9,999 are produced in a limited run to a limited audience. This time, it takes place in Milan with photos by Simone Nervi and seductive Olga Kurylenko as the Campari woman. The shoot features Olga Kurylenko on the historic tram 609, on the city streets, in fashion studios, apartments and most elegant private gardens, desired by men for both her charm– and her Campari. The series ranges from bright and colorful to dark, but always with the hint of blood red.