Chic Gifting + Wishlist

I always like thinking about what I'm going to GIVE & what I'd like to RECEIVE for the Holidays. I know it's already going to be November, but my husband is already asking, "So, what do you want for Christmas Jen?"  I figured I'd get started now, but I also think gifting something to myself isn't out of the question. Let's face it, after working so hard this year, why not?

Today, I rounded up some chic GIFTS - yes a bit pricey, but I always feel spoiling yourself at least once or twice a year is ok. And you?!?  My favorite & top of my wishlist is #1:  Helmut Lang Belted Coat .  I want! 

Oh & have you seen the new stationery from Kelly Wearstler available via Paperless Post?!?!?!?!

I already have a stash of them for my office!  Super duper CHIC.

1. helmut lang belted coat  // 2. clare vivier haircalf tote // 3. michelle mason via Intermix // 4. kelly wearstler clutch // 5. genetic denim 6. kelly wearstler paperless post // 7. lulu frost brass keychain // 8. dkny cutout booties

 

My Jewels Wishlist

I'm a ring, bracelet & necklace kinda gal. 

For whatever reason I'm not that into earrings. My husband always found that to be odd, since so many women wear earrings. Anyone else earring-less like me?? 

So, because I don't DO earrings I end up filling my jewelry drawer with necklaces, rings & bracelets. Lately my wishlist includes any of these below. Dying to get this Gold Shark necklace from ShopKei and of course the Acorn ring by Julie Vos. 

Are any of these your style?? Which of these could you see yourself wearing??

Kelly Wearstler necklace / Pamela Love ring / Shopkei necklace / Losselliani ring / Campbell knuckle ring / Coletta necklace / Kelly Wearstler ring / Shopbop necklace / Julie Vos Acorn Ring / Julie Vos Soho Stack ring

-post by jen ramos

Kelly Wearstler Rhapsody Book Event NYC

We attended the Kelly Wearstler 'Rhapsody' book party hosted by The Rug Company.  Even though I didn't get to participate in Fashion Week, (due to other things I'm working on) this was a great way to kick off the festivities going on throughout the city!  

Rhapsody is Kelly's fourth book which offers a look into her glamorous life and work. She's by far the BEST designer, truly innovative in every way. Her background is interesting if you ever read about her - but that didn't stop her, she's a RockStar. Truly inspirational.

My assistant Daisy & I just arriving.

Tons of Rhapsody books available for purchase- I got my hands on one, then she signed it!

Here is Kelly standing in front of the Serpent rug, my favorite from her line. This rug is gorgeous in person!

What did I say?? AMAZING rug. It's like a piece of art.

She also has this cool colorful Ombre rug - what do you think?

 

my signed copy of Rhapsody

Totally amazing work on carpet by Alexander McQueen

Hamish Bowles & Kelly Wearstler

Even the bathroom was totally inspiring - don't you love the tiles??

Me with Dawn Cassidy of Enterloop blog!

Love Too by Paul Smith - classic piece

chatting with Kelly before she signed my book - the ring I'm wearing is one of her designs, she smiled when she saw it.

Daisy headed upstairs

- images by jen ramos

DIY: Brushstroke Lamp

Hi All MBG Readers, Jana Bek here & I'm so excited to share my brushstroke lamp DIY. My gourd was a sad shade of pink. 

Knowing I needed another layer of pattern for my bedroom, & drawing inspiration from the fabulous Bunny Willams Brushstroke lamp & Kelly Wearstler's killer custom wall paper, I took my little lamp to the next level.

Inspiration:

Materials:

Sad lamp

Spray Primer

Trash Bags

Patience

Paint in Pop hue

Sad, Bismol Pink Lamp:

Initial Steps:

Tie a plastic bag around the cord & the top of the lamp to protect them from primer & paint. Spray first coat of primer, let dry, then sand with fine sand paper. Depending on shade of your lamp, repeat, repeat, & repeat. I had to apply 4 coats of primer, be patient!

Next:

As the primer was white, I choose to paint my pink brushstrokes on the primer as I was OK with the color.

one more look at the inspiration 

Voila! Gorgeous brushstroke lamp!

-Post by Jana Bek

-Images by Erik Melvin

Kelly Wearstler

I'm back. It's been a crazy few days here in NYC - we are all literally recovering from Hurricane Sandy still.  email & phone service were off & on - so work at home was a bit challenging at times. However, we are fine (thank God) compared to so many people. I'll write more about my week in my next post

Today I wanted to bring something pretty into the picture. I'm a huge fan of Kelly Wearstler & love her home accessories along with her clothing! 

I realize I can't afford a few of her items, but I can still add them to my wishlist right?? ....or share them with you. These are my ALL TIME faves. With the leather pant TREND going on right now, I think Souxsie Faux Leather Pants will be high on my list!

How can you not love her stuff? I mean just look at the bottle opened? Brilliant.

 faux leather pants

mini bauble box

bling bottle opener

clutch

splash plate

scarf

booties

wallet chain

Do you own anything KW??