Designer of the Day: Mim Design

Todays designer is an Australian based Interior Design firm called Mim Design. They have worked in the residential, retail and hospitality industries. In all sectors they have created stunning spaces that really stand out. Their interiors are clean and simple but still soft and comfortable. A lot of their spaces begin with a neutral base and then colour is brought in to add warmth and a point of interest. In particular I like their use of artwork in all of their spaces. 

Images via Mim Design

Love these looks.

I am always on the hunt for some great new styling ideas. I tend it dress fairly casually on a day to day basis so it is important for me to find some confortable outfits that are casual yet stylish at the same time.

I think these looks are perfect for a casual outfit that would be suitable for everyday wear. I might swap the heels for a cute pair of flats though!

Images Via Pink Horrorshow.

Colour Colour Colour!

As always Adore magazine features lots and lots of colourful spaces. They never disappoint me! How adorable are these vibrant images. Nothing better than a little bit of colour to lift your mood. I have been pretty much stuck at home while I rest up for the last 3 weeks of my pregnancy. Yep thats right any day now I could pop. Although my life has been fairly dull, it has also been relaxing. A little too relaxing maybe. I think I will be in for a bit of a shock when my baby girl comes along. Cant wait to meet her though. In the mean time I will enjoy kicking back and enjoy soaking up these lovely images. 

Images via Adore Magazine

Pretty party

How adorable is this housewarming party featured in Matchbook magazine. It is stylish and sophisticated but it is still comfortable and fun.  When you are entertaining I think it is good to show your decorating and design skills, but still make people feel as though they can enjoy themselves without wrecking your "perfect" table setting. I think this party is a perfect example. They have paired a rustic wooden bench with classic velvet chairs and a comfy throw. Then they have paired funky linen with sophisticated white dinnerware.  Although, I must admit the tall middle vases look good but are a bit much. Sometimes if you add to much height to the middle of the table I feel like it ruins the flow of conversation. 

Love this space

Finally, after months and months I have finished work before the baby arrives. Now that the Christmas festivities have settled down I have some time to myself. Which means catching up on my favorite blogs and magazines. Today I am loving this simple clean neutral home designed by Julie Charbonneau featured in the February issue of House & Home.  I love that it is clutter free yet still cozy and warm.

Blush

Blush by cocopearl on polyvore.com

Cannes Bed - Beds - Furniture - Products - Ralph Lauren Home -..., $11,085
Blue Ivory Rug From Safavieh - NPT430A, $2,350
Park Mirrored Bedside Table | Pottery Barn, $399
$200-$499.99 Chandeliers | LampsPlus.com, $287
fold desk - Desk, $279
Dining Chairs | Dining Room | Furniture | Z Gallerie, $160
DwellStudio | Designer Sheet Sets - Organic Bed Linens - Bedding Sets..., $260
Scroll Pillow, $220
biloxi bed linens - Full/Queen Duvet Cover, $90
Zara Home - Blankets & Throws - Balantine Blanket, £46
Desk lamp, £15
IKEA Ikea Stockholm, $13
Smoked Grey Medon Table Lamp

Living Room

Living Room by cocopearl on polyvore.com

Orange - Large Globe Mercury Glass Lamps
Island Graphite Chevron 8x10 Rug, $499
ORMONDE JAYNE Ormonde Woman 3-Wick Candle, £192
Texture Cream Pillow, $89
Profile Wide Frames Black, $69
IKEA Barometer, $60
Santi Cushion - Cushions - LIVING ROOM - Sweden, £40
IKEA Kardemumma, $2.99
urbn 2.0 coffee table - ABC Carpet & Home
Gannon Leather Sectionals, $8,898

Bebelicious Basket

My husband and I have been talking about where the baby is going to sleep once she arrives. There are so many to options to choose from it is actually quite overwhelming. After doing a little research we decided on this beautiful organic Moses basket from Bebelicious. Their baskets are so adorable and the bedding comes in a range of different designs. We opted for the Dewberry design, but it was hard to pick with do many great options. As a first time mum I think I will be a little worried and paranoid so I really wanted something that is portable. For us the Moses basket was a good option because I can move her around during the day so that I can easily keep an eye on her while she is sleeping.

NEW Pretty Maps

 Boston

When my husband and I travel we often like to buy maps from the places that we go to. They remind me of all the adventures that we had in that particular place. I thought that it would be good to frame them but have never got around to it. A while ago I blogged about Aaron Straup Cope's pretty maps and I recently found out that he has new editions coming out. His art is like a vibrant colurful newer version of an old ordinary map.To me they would be pretty art even if they were not a map.  I would love to buy a few of his maps that are of places that we have been to and then frame them as a series of 3 or so.

 Chicago

 Dallas

Washington DC

Christmas stocking wish list...

Yesterday I posted about adding some stockings to my Christmas collection and then I started looking for inspiration. I came across this great store on Etsy that does custom stockings from a large range of fabrics. I have chosen some of my favorites below.