Ryan Korban - Designer

As we know (from past experiences) I sorta like well designed rooms. Some designers (really, I mean SOME, as in not many) actually understand how to put a room together and they turn out so nicely. That is how I feel about Ryan Korban. He is young, hip and can really make a space sing while keeping them so individual. His website states, "We want our spaces to be attractive and inspirational, but nevertheless an escape. It is an entree to a language that will last a lifetime. Tradition for a new kind of traditionalist." How beautifully said, and how beautiful they look. 

A Great Party: Who is Throwing One?

Is in a mood for a great party. But it isn't about the part, it is about the whole event ... and the clothes .... maybe it is mostly the clothes. I can imagine them, in all their ruffly glory, gliding in the room with red soled shoes and dripping in rhinestones and steams up the back of my hose. The idea of every eye in the room on you ... so many it isn't about the event at all, it is only about the clothes. 

Look One: Fancy Dinner Date

Valentino

Jimmy Choo

Ileana Makri

Look 2: Out with friends

Joseph

Lela Rose

Pierre Hardy

Solange Azagury-Partridge

Look 3: The Ballet

Halston Heritage

Alexander McQueen

Christian Louboutin

The Goring

The Goring Hotel in London, England celebrated it's 100th Anniversary last year. Now, many businesses can claim the same, but can they also say that they have been in the same family for all of that time? The Goring was first brought to my attention when it made The Blue Fish's Best of the Best List and I've been salivating over it ever since. From the little woolen sheep in each beautiful guest room, to the historic building, to the exquisite gardens the whole place has me all excited. It is divine, and I cannot wait until I'm in London to check it out for myself. 

Exclusive Clubs

After a super long first day of grad school I need a mind break and what I found (while watching TV of all things, I learned something) is mind blowing! Did you know that there is a secret club in Disneyland? The Happiest Place on Earth has an exclusive restaurant called Club 33. Located at 33 Royal Street in New Orleans Square Walt Disney himself designed a private dining room shrouded in mystery. Few know it is there, even fewer are lucky enough to be invited in. As it stands currently, there is a 14 year waiting list to be invited to join the club. If you are lucky (and patient) enough to wait that out, the Invitation Fee and yearly dues might just scare you off. But, if you are a true fan (with a little spending money) you might just find yourself a member of one of the most exclusive clubs around. It does include unlimited passes to the park, valet parking and you can invite up to 9 of your best friends to dine with you. However, you are still paying for your food and drinks. In the end, I would totally spend the money to have a membership to Walt Disney's oh-so-private Club 33.

For more information (and all the dirty details on joining the wait list and the current fees associated with the club, go here to the Unofficial Club 33 Page)

And since so few people can even go there, there are even fewer decent pictures, but I hope you enjoyed these :)

Kate Spade Cases

I'm the kind of girl who skips steps. You see, my phone is broken, and instead of thinking about how I might be financing a new phone, I'm looking at phone covers ... but look at these great ones from Kate Spade :)

Covers From $35 - 40

... and an iPad Nano cover ($25), for good measure

Steampunk Revisted

Thanks to a reader (that's totally you Camille), I was told to go and check out Steampunk Wedding Cakes. I was floored! They are beautiful, detailed and the colors ... well, you'll have to go check them out for yourself, here is one to wet your pallet :)

Yes, that is a wedding cake! Check out Cake Wrecks for more pictures and links.

Back to School Supplies

Since I'll be starting back to school on Monday, it really makes me want to go crazy while supply shopping. However, maybe I'd rather have a few great things rather than a bunch of little nothings :)

The Seven Year Pen, $8 @ See Jane Work

I want the glasses, mustache, and ice cream cone

iPad Case: Custom Design, $9.95 from SewSpoiled at Etsy

For the iPad that I NEED :)

Tote N File in Grey, $14 from Kate's Paperie

For keeping track of homework and assignments.

I need a color for every class, $15 for 3 from Kate's Paperie

Bookplates for all my new books, 25 for $11.50 from Greer Chicago

Back to School Supplies

Since I'll be starting back to school on Monday, it really makes me want to go crazy while supply shopping. However, maybe I'd rather have a few great things rather than a bunch of little nothings :)

The Seven Year Pen, $8 @ See Jane Work

I want the glasses, mustache, and ice cream cone

iPad Case: Custom Design, $9.95 from SewSpoiled at Etsy

For the iPad that I NEED :)

Tote N File in Grey, $14 from Kate's Paperie

For keeping track of homework and assignments.

I need a color for every class, $15 for 3 from Kate's Paperie

Bookplates for all my new books, 25 for $11.50 from Greer Chicago

See Jane Work in Fuchsia and Orange

Going back to school in spring really makes me want to redecorate my office. Seeing images like this one from See Jane Work, makes that desire so much more tangible.

The colors are so enchanting, but I think the biggest thing is that it is laid out so lovely. My desk will never look like this, I know that, but it is still beautiful and something to wish for.

And that Dictionary (1), is something I consider a need at this point!

A Disney Love Story ...

When I was a little girl I pictured my wedding happening in Disneyland. Seriously, I wanted Mickey as the officiant and to be standing at the steps of Sleeping Beauty's Castle. Now, although people do get married in Disneyland all of the time (I think I'd rather save that money for a fantastic trip, or something a little more tangible than Mickey Mouse being in the audience), I think that Alfred Angelo's new Disney Collection is a much better interpretation of the whole Disney Wedding (and maybe less cheesy).

Sleeping Beauty

Tiana

Cinderella

I could picture myself in any one of these gowns. I love love the skirt on Sleeping Beauty's dress (is is layers upon layers upon layers of shreaded tulle. Tiana's dress reminds me of Gwen Stephani's dress, which is probably the most beautiful wedding dress of all time. Finally, Cinderella's dress has jewels sewn all throughout the skirt. All of these give the princess feel, how can you resist?

Oh, the Romance ...

Okay, so for the four of you out there that aren't aware of Anthropologie's new wedding line BHLDN, you need to check it out (and I mean NEED). Not only do they have beautiful and unique wedding dresses, but the accessories are magical as well. 

I'd chose any of these for my wedding day (whenever that may be), but I could more see myself wearing one to a fantastic party (I'm thinking New Years).