CURRENT OBSESSIONS

2.15.25

Happy belated New Year! So, I’ve been a little busy/distracted, but I’m hoping going forward I can be better about sharing my “Current Obsessions” when they’re actually current. With that said, I’m currently feeling the blues (as we are in the middle of winter after all), and they also happen to be some of my favorite hues, particularly ultramarine, cobalt, and Yves Klein blue. Stay warm even if you’re feeling blue too!

The French home of midcentury ceramicist Pol Chambost

Doctor Lisa Cooper

Marielouise Hom, via AD

photographed by Thomas Loof

Gerhard Richter ‘22.3.92’ 1992

Bedding by Colin King for Cultiver

Céline s/s 2017 by Phoebe Philo

Francois Halard for House & Garden

Yves Klein coffee table

Marielouise Hom, via AD

photographed by Thomas Loof

Jasper Conran

7.18.24

I just received my August 2024 issue of Vogue, and one story really stuck out. “Easy Pieces”, styled by Camilla Nickerson, and lensed by Mikael Jansson is all about texture, volume, color, and a bold take on classic silhouettes. With the August issue being the first of the year to show pieces from the fall season (the best!), I thought I’d share some of my favorite photos from the editorial, give a break down of the looks as seen on the runways, and expand upon the theme with some other fall 2024 collections and looks I love. Also, I’m obsessed with this color palette of pink, red, off-white, and black!

VOGUE August 2024

left to right: Loewe (shirt), Prada (shirt), Bottega Veneta (skirt and trousers), Jil Sander (coat), and Bottega Veneta (pants)

Additional looks inspired by the editorial: Erdem, Alaïa, and Stella McCartney

VOGUE August 2024

VOGUE August 2024

VOGUE August 2024

left to right: Michael Kors Collection (coat), Alaïa (top, pants, and cuffs), Louis Vuitton (dress), Proenza Schouler (dress and boots), and Toteme (vest and pants)

Additional looks: Louis Vuitton, Erdem, and Stella McCartney

VOGUE August 2024

left to right: Proenza Schouler (coat), Phoebe Philo (shirt and pants), and Proenza Schouler (layered shirt and pants)

Additional looks: Alaïa, Toteme, Khaite, and Carven

VOGUE August 2024

left to right: Jil Sander (bag), and Erdem (skirt)

Additional looks: Michael Kors Collection, Phoebe Philo, Loewe, Carven, Toteme, and Proenza Schouler

VOGUE August 2024

VOGUE August 2024

left to right: Prada (coat and skirt), Dries Van Noten (coat), Toteme (dress), and Dries Van Noten (jacket)

Additional looks: Dries Van Noten, Michael Kors Collection, Carven, and Gabriela Hearst

Bonus looks:

There are some lovely shades of green for fall, like this variation of a red Jil Sander coat shown earlier, plus some others that vary from chartreuse to moss by Givenchy, Burberry, Marina Moscone, and Carven.

7.9.24

Is it really already nearing the middle of July?! Well, I better share a little bit of what’s inspiring me for peak summer before the season is over! This is actually one of my favorite times of the year in fashion and home, because shops are starting to transition from summer to fall. That means that some of my favorite things from summer, like seashells and coral, ikat and block prints, raffia and sisal, are getting a moody touch of the autumn season that’s ahead of us. Here’s some of what’s inspiring me during these hot months, with my mind drifting more and more towards fall with each degree the temperature rises.

Jeffrey Bilhuber, via HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

photographed by Oberto Gili

J.Crew summer 2024

West Elm summer 2024

Chloé by Gabriela Hearst

shell boxes

Derek Lam 10 Crosby

Isa Isa floral, via Instagram

J.Crew summer 2024

Jeffrey Bilhuber, via HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

photographed by Oberto Gili

3.1 Phillip Lim

Billy Cotton for West Elm

J.Crew summer 2024

Jeffrey Bilhuber, via HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

photographed by Oberto Gili

2.19.24

Happy (late) New Year! I’m overdue sharing my favorite things from the current and upcoming seasons in fashion, as well as what I’m loving in general for spring so far. Things are starting to bloom, but official spring can’t get here fast enough. Until then, let this inspire its quick return!

Proenza Schouler s/s 2024

The Hamptons home of Lauren Santo Domingo, via VERANDA

photographed by Noe DeWitt

Prada s/s 2024

Bill Tansey

Victoria Beckham s/s 2024

Heidi Caillier

photographed by Haris Kenjar

Altuzarra s/s 2024

Cy Twombly

Roksanda s/s 2024

Josh Greene Design, via AD

photographed by Tim Lenz

Eudon Choi s/s 2024

Frances Palmer

Bottega Veneta s/s 2024

Billy Baldwin

Jil Sander s/s 2024

Zak + Fox NYC showroom

photographed by Stephen Kent Johnson

Carven s/s 2024

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

12.1.23

Hello December! Thanksgiving is behind us, and the winter holidays are on their way, whether you’re ready for them or not. Hanukkah starts December 7th, and of course Christmas is the 25th. With all the celebrations fast approaching, I thought I’d share what’s inspiring me this season. You’ll see I have a very obvious color palette. I hope that whatever you do this year, big or small, that it brings you joy. See you in the new year!

Putnam Flowers

Victoria Beckham f/w 2023

Stephen Sills

Jil Sander f/w 2023

Hawkins New York

Loewe f/w 2023

Augusta Hoffman

Bottega Veneta f/w 2023

MARTHA STEWART LIVING

Daniel W. Fletcher

Colin King

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

10.11.23

Well, my favorite season has arrived…fall! There’s so much to love every autumn, from the fashion (it’s sweater weather after all), to the holidays to come. It’s hard to narrow down my favorite things about the season, so I’ll just share a snippet of what I’m currently thinking about, including some of my favorite fashion looks from the fall 2023 runways. Happy fall!!

Proenza Schouler f/w 2023

Nicole Wermers

Bottega Veneta f/w 2023

Jeffrey Bilhuber

Altuzarra f/w 2023

Sean Scully

Stella McCartney f/w 2023

Kelly Wearstler tabletop collection by Serax

Dries Van Noten f/w 2023

Miles Redd, via HOUSE BEAUTIFUL

Miu Miu f/w 2023

Castor Fleuriste

Victoria Beckham f/w 2023

Colin King Studio for West Elm

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

6.15.23

What’s that saying? Everything’s coming up roses?? Well, you could say that’s what I’ve had on my mind lately, especially with the roses fully in bloom everywhere I look! That’s gotten me thinking about all the roses I love, in all their forms: from art to fashion to the real thing. Here’s just a little bit of what’s been blooming in my mind.

Robert Mapplethorpe

Nathalie du Pasquier

Lanvin f/w 2011

Alex Katz

Comme des Garçons, 1995

Proenza Schouler resort 2023

Anna Weyant

Irving Penn

Dries Van Noten f/w 2019

Gerhard Richter

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

4.25.23

I’m a little late posting this, but since spring is finally in full swing, I thought I’d share what’s been inspiring me so far in fashion, interiors, and beyond!

Valentino s/s 2023

Bill Tansey

Prada s/s 2023

Nick Olsen, via VERANDA

Jil Sander s/s 2023

James Nares

Peter Do s/s 2023

Plain English kitchens

Bottega Veneta s/s 2023

P.S. that plaid “flannel” is actually leather

The kitchen of Lily Allen and David Harbour, designed by Billy Cotton

photographed by Simon Watson for AD

BRINGING FALL HOME

9.26.22

Happy first full week of autumn! As much as I’m sad to see the sunshine go away, I have to say, fall is my favorite season. Just because summer is (officially) over, doesn’t mean you have to jump full throttle into the next season. Here are a few ways to lightly transition from summer to fall, without covering your entire home in pumpkins. I’ve also thrown in a couple fashion ideas to help ease yourself in wardrobe wise too!

Layering part one: Adding an extra pillow here, a throw there, and even layering a smaller wool rug on top of a big sisal rug you had out all summer are super quick and easy ways to say hello to fall. Interior by Jeffrey Bilhuber

Dressing the table: Add a tablecloth or a runner to a bare summer table, even if you’re not dining at it. Bowls of stone fruit, and a simple arrangement of market dahlias or chrysanthemums take it further up a notch. Gingham ‘Cafe’ linens from Heather Taylor Home

Layering part two: Don’t just layer your home, but think about layers for yourself. It might not be coat or sweater weather yet, depending where you live, but I can say that where I live the temp definitely drops from day to night, so you have to be prepared. A light quilted jacket or cardigan is a great place to start. Full look from J.Crew

Fall textures: Just like you start wearing warm and cozy textures, your home can too. Sweater-like throws, and pillows warm up your space, literally! ‘Cozy Sweater Knit’ blanket and pillows from Pottery Barn

Moody hues: A black painted piece of furniture, deep toned flowers in dark ceramics, and iron or rusty metal accessories are a few more simple ways to cozy up your space. Room via Martha Stewart Living

Transitional accessories: No need to put away your mini skirts and short dresses, ever actually. One way to make them fall ready is with accessories like ankle boots. ‘Stevie’ ankle boots from J.Crew

Seasonal blooms: An arrangement added to the coffee or dining table is essential year-round, but it’s all about the flowers you choose. Dahlias are a perfect summer to fall flower, as well as hydrangeas. The latter is fading where I am, but is just as pretty slightly dried. Flowers by Rana Flora

Layering part three: Don’t forget the bed! No need to swap your linen sheets for flannel yet, but think about tossing on an extra blanket or lightweight quilt. Bedding by Jake Arnold for Parachute

The finishing touch: Just like pillows, and decorative accessories finish a room, jewelry and other fashion accessories finish your look. I love this layered jewelry look with the addition of a silk scarf by Lizzie Fortunato. Also, that ‘Prairie’ necklace in wood is everything!

Good lighting: With the days getting shorter, and the weather soon to change (9 months of rain where I am), lighting is so important to keep your mood up, and warm up your home. Might as well be pretty too! Chunky wood or pottery table lamps, or unlacquered brass and bronze floor lamps should be dotted throughout a space. Never rely on overhead lighting, regardless of the season. ‘Abigail’ ceramic lamp in “unglazed toast” from Rejuvenation

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

With a little more than a month before fall begins (my favorite season), my mind has definitely begun to wander that direction, while still trying to soak in the last of the summer sun. Pre-fall fashion collections are in stores now, and there are always the tried and true things to expect, mixed with fun surprises. One element I look forward to in some way, is the animal print. Whether it’s the classic leopard, or a bold take on zebra, animal prints are a must in your wardrobe, and can be brought home too in big and small ways. Here are some of my favorite pre-fall 2022 looks mixed in with much-loved interiors.

Valentino Garavani’s home in Rome

Proenza Schouler pre-fall 2022

Interior by Albert Hadley

Jil Sander pre-fall 2022

Fashion Designer Geoffrey Beene’s home

Stella McCartney pre-fall 2022

Interior by Nick Olsen, via VERANDA

Proenza Schouler pre-fall 2022

Apparatus Studio offices, photographed by Stephen Kent Johnson for ELLE DECOR

Jil Sander pre-fall 2022

Apparatus Studio co-founder and Artistic Director Gabriel Hendifar’s NYC home, photographed by Stephen Kent Johnson for ELLE DECOR

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

I use the term “Current Obsessions” loosely, because for the most part what I post here has been a longtime obsession. I might just be thinking about it again, or with a fresh perspective, and additional components. That’s the case with what I’m sharing today. This is both a color crush situation, and me thinking about what I would call my dream kitchen and bathroom. If you’re a designer, or just a creative in general, you can probably attest to how a “dream” anything can and will change. Well, for now I’ll call this my dream, along with some other obsessions. Enjoy!

Putnam & Putnam, via BRIDES

Plain English kitchens

Wedgwood color tests

Jil Sander s/s 2022

via MARTHA STEWART WEDDINGS

Wedgwood

Interior by Rose Uniacke

Arrangement by Kevin Sharkey for “Martha’s Flowers”

Valentino s/s 2022

Putnam & Putnam

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

Although it’s not exactly a brand new thought, I again have Paris on my mind, more specifically my dream pied-à-terre in the heart of The City of Light. Here are some spaces, fabrics, and more that make up my perfect Paris apartment, and lets just say Jeffrey Bilhuber’s interiors were just a tiny bit of my inspiration.😉