7.18.2010

color inspiration: lavender

I maintain a preference for a neutral pallet. I'm constantly drawn to raw interior spaces and simple fashion. Nothing flashy, bright, loud, or heavily ornamented. I would even say that this appreciation for simplicity flows over to my film and musical preferences too, yet not as obviously. But of course, it seems as though I always have to take these tendencies back for the sake of a single color or vibrant idea that I find myself gravitating to. Lately, I can't keep my eye from finding lavenders amongst the neutrals...



1. Cupcake Jones: in The Pearl, a Cupcake Jones exists. I've never eaten one, but seriously... it's very possible that I might think about a certain bakery with cupcakes peeking at me from the window a little too often. I'll keep you posted on what they're like because I'm thinking I won't be able to hold back much longer...

2. Lavender: I love fresh lavender. None of this lavender scented shampoo junk... the real deal. (I like to pick a little in the morning on my way to work to tuck in my hair or to just enjoy as I walk...)

3. Ville Varumo: a Finnish photographer with an eye for stunning compositions (albeit occasionally filled with loneliness) . He's been mentioned as 'one to watch', so I'm doing just that! I recommend checking out Book III on his site.

4. Anthropologie: now putting outfits together just for you!! One can never have too many cardigans, and this little drapey number is simply lovely and possibly perfect in every way.

5. Restoration Hardware: Rococo-style frames in a weathered bronze. Does your desk or bed-side table need a little face-lift? Consider it done.

6. Southpark Seafood: So I can't give you a report on the seafood, but the cocktails are FANTASTIC!! And I really love this one in particular containing lavender, lemon, and vodka of some assortment. It's delicious, and if you go, just make sure that Will is there to create it for you.

7. Apolis Activism: "a platform for a network of global citizens empowering people through opportunity instead of charity"... and for the Bangladesh Project: the Market Bag. Adorable for awesome reasons....

5 comments:

Danielle said...

You've never had a cupcake?!?

Melissa said...

oh, I've had cupcakes! Just none from Cupcake Jones!

Anonymous said...

On Thursday CJ had s'mores cupcakes... M

Melissa said...

that's CRAZY because I actually ATE a s'mores cupcake on thursday! not even kidding; a girl brought some into work in the morning, but i didn't get to splitting the s'mores sort with someone until i left @ 5. and s'more was the only kind left... :( i am going to have to try one again later because i just think a fresh one (that isn't refrigerated) would be better...
but cupcakes are a passing trend, so i better get on it while i can!!

Anonymous said...

Enjoy it when you can! M