Best Seat in the House

For those of you who know me well, you know I love nothing more than a good meal. It could be home made, at a Michelin starred restaurant or at a total dive. As long as it's complete with good food and great friends I am content.

All last year my friend, Jen, and I talked about the need to write about our food-tastic journey's in Chicago, and beyond. It's January in 2012 (Yes, I realize it's the very end of January. Don't be so picky!) and it's time for me to put my food adventures to blog post.

The food portion of my blog will have a slightly different twist. I'm a designer and lover of all things interior. I eagerly check out restaurant bathrooms everywhere I go. A restaurant's bathroom typically leaves an impression on diners and should be the best seat in the house! In this blog we'll take a deeper dive into the bathroom styles of some pretty great places. Plus you'll see the amazing meal pairings that complement those restaurant restrooms.



(Not sure where this little gem came from.  It was sent to me by a friend who thought I'd find it funny.  If you know, let me know.)

Stay tuned for my first restaurant of many.

Spring Greens

I love the shape of a fiddlehead.

Ikat pattern by Madeline Weinrib

Sugar Snap Pea!

 

 

Lilies of the Valley

I'm not sure where I originally found this fantastic image.  So springy!

I love the color green.  There is no color that makes me think more of spring and new life.  Right now it's snowing, cold and gray out my window.  Hopefully Chicago will experience some bright, spring green in the very near future.  In the meantime, I hope you enjoyed these images!

Accessorize

Accessories -- Something nonessential but desirable that contributes to an effect or result.

Missoni Metallic Patchwork Scarf

 I don't know about nonessential, but I certainly do agree that a properly chosen accessory makes a huge contribution to the overall look of an outfit.  The right accessories can even enhance one's home, showing of the owner's personality. This spring I have my home mostly completed, but I can always use a few new pieces for my wardrobe.  Enjoy some of the finds from various on-line retailers, such as Saks, Nordstrom and others!  And I hope everyone goes out to find new spring essentials. 

Chloe Marci Crossbody Bag

Celine Red Leather bucket bag

 

I love this bag!  It's so classic. It comes in blue, but I just love the red for spring and summer.  I'm imagining wearing this bag with white jeans, a grey tank or t-shirt and a simple leather sandal.  It's my obsession. 

As for shoes.  You'll generally see me roaming around in either a cute pair of flats or a great wedge.  I'm only 5'4" and I figure that gives me license to wear something that makes me taller.  

Balenciaga Wedge

Manolo Blahnik Mani

Chloe Canvas Espadrille

Jimmy Choo Cube Platform Wedge

Surface to Air Canvas & Suede Boot