a Prettier Place • FASHION ART DESIGN MUSIC TRAVEL

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86180643684415584622013-05-23T13:07:59.157-04:00a Prettier Place • FASHION ART DESIGN MUSIC TRAVELMarie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.comBlogger584125MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlacehttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-60460998546850536392013-05-23T08:42:00.000-04:002013-05-23T08:47:29.366-04:002013-05-23T08:47:29.366-04:00A MEXICO RETREAT FOR A DESIGNER'S COUPLE///INTERIOR DESIGN<br> After falling for the beauty and laid-back lifestyle of San Miguel de Allende, designers <b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1580933580/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1580933580&linkCode=as2&tag=maktheworapre-20">Andrew Fisher and Jeffry Weisman</a> </b>bought and recasted an 18th-century tannery as a luxurious getaway for indoor-outdoor living. The interior design is a perfect example of the colonial style with a contemporary twist. The couple christened their home Casa Acanto, acanthus leaves being a design motif they used throughout. It is available for <b><a href="http://www.premiersanmiguel.com/vacation-rental-home.asp?PageDataID=70387">rental</a></b> at the starting price of $7,000 for 7 nights. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z9DUCsG-5r8/UZ1fCZCd_EI/AAAAAAAAcLQ/Y2RU6D3cmuw/s1600/AD2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z9DUCsG-5r8/UZ1fCZCd_EI/AAAAAAAAcLQ/Y2RU6D3cmuw/s1600/AD2.jpg" height="416" width="640"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>(Left) </i>The former tannery, built in the 18th century, opens onto multiple terraces and an outdoor living room.<br> <i>(Right)</i> The roof terrace of the guest casita provides stunning views of the town and its surroundings.</td></tr> </tbody></table> <br> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/a-mexican-retreat-for-designers-couple.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/YAS_TgZ6VHE" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/a-mexican-retreat-for-designers-couple.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-14899249438159911002013-05-22T07:00:00.000-04:002013-05-22T07:00:11.244-04:002013-05-22T07:00:11.244-04:00DOUBLE VISION<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0Ih19wRwrv4/UXw3uWI_x8I/AAAAAAAAbqk/jWG1diFqWls/s1600/V82_SHARIF_TEXT_2-copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0Ih19wRwrv4/UXw3uWI_x8I/AAAAAAAAbqk/jWG1diFqWls/s1600/V82_SHARIF_TEXT_2-copy.jpg" height="428" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/double-vision.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/jonK_wURO6w" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/double-vision.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-32476891068862464482013-05-21T07:30:00.000-04:002013-05-21T18:21:01.616-04:002013-05-21T18:21:01.616-04:00MUSÉE RODIN IN PARIS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///TRAVEL</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> In less than a month, I will be strolling the streets of Paris. The first activity on my agenda is visiting the <b><a href="http://www.musee-rodin.fr/">Musée Rodin</a></b>. Why? Because it's the perfect mix of art and architecture. There are nearly 300 works of Rodin on display and the museum is located in a beautiful mansion - built between 1727 and 1737 - with perfectly manicured gardens. The following photos of the Musée are from a delightful blog I found while reaserching my trip, <b><a href="http://parisinfourmonths.com/">Paris in Four Months.</a></b> It's about a Swedish girl who moved to Paris. Her photos of Paris are so beautiful, you will feel like moving there too. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ftnR-unzTBo/UY_DHtQqkiI/AAAAAAAAcEE/5-nfqEnBJnE/s1600/8666504320_14c09e3802_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ftnR-unzTBo/UY_DHtQqkiI/AAAAAAAAcEE/5-nfqEnBJnE/s1600/8666504320_14c09e3802_c.jpg" height="456" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/musee-rodin-in-paris.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/Rto_-xzrKWk" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/musee-rodin-in-paris.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-61700346193419022602013-05-21T07:00:00.002-04:002013-05-21T07:00:07.920-04:002013-05-21T07:00:07.920-04:0021 GIRLS 21 DAYS • Salvatore Ferragamo///VIDEO<br> Salvatore Ferragamo welcomes you to rediscover Ferragamo’s most recognized shoe on the occasion of its 35th Anniversary with this short film dedicated to its iconic shoes Vara. The film features 21 young women known for their unique personal style that were photographed in fashion capitals around the world. You will recognize Miroslava Duma, Camilla Belle, Olivia Palermo, Lake Bell, blogger Susie Bubble to name just a few. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AbPKHXJuZkY/UZq6bulzymI/AAAAAAAAcHQ/ghKXwYwmmdQ/s1600/217433_514218078635756_1199684699_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AbPKHXJuZkY/UZq6bulzymI/AAAAAAAAcHQ/ghKXwYwmmdQ/s1600/217433_514218078635756_1199684699_n.jpg" height="456" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/21-girls-21-days-salvatore-ferragamo.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/ww-Ql-Ge3tY" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/21-girls-21-days-salvatore-ferragamo.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-90990117440202769152013-05-13T10:58:00.000-04:002013-05-20T18:20:45.482-04:002013-05-20T18:20:45.482-04:00PREEN BY THORNTON BREGAZZI Resort 2013///FASHION<br> <b><a href="http://www.preen.eu/category/collections/">Preen</a></b> presents a resort collection inspired by American artist <a href="http://www.jeffkoons.com/"><b>Jeff Koons</b></a> with oversized poppy and hydrangea prints on simple day dresses, pencil skirts, and cropped sweatshirts. I love how they mixed simplicity and audacity to create a very wearable collection. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jSnvqMgkgpw/UY-3fB1tnjI/AAAAAAAAcAM/IpzpN2U6BJo/s1600/Preen+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jSnvqMgkgpw/UY-3fB1tnjI/AAAAAAAAcAM/IpzpN2U6BJo/s1600/Preen+5.jpg" height="478" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/preen-by-thornton-bregazzi-resort-2013.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/fY8WrtVhOP0" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com1http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/preen-by-thornton-bregazzi-resort-2013.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-74838272331423801912013-05-10T07:00:00.000-04:002013-05-10T12:03:06.260-04:002013-05-10T12:03:06.260-04:00MANUFACTURED TOTEMS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///ART</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> You may wonder if the photos by <b><a href="http://www.alaindelorme.com/?p=main">Alain Delorme</a></b> are real but unfortunately they are. Don't be fooled by the bright colors and the flawless photography - it is a very hard and precarious life. I have seen it first hand when I was in Hong Kong a few years ago. Still, there is something mesmerizing about them, almost a metaphor for life: How much can we pile up and carry before it comes down, crumbling on us?" <i>- Marie Trepanier </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Qg4gFo5Naok/UTJN4XHkSzI/AAAAAAAAbQA/G0tyC6b6YEc/s1600/AlainDelorme_Totem10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Qg4gFo5Naok/UTJN4XHkSzI/AAAAAAAAbQA/G0tyC6b6YEc/s1600/AlainDelorme_Totem10.jpg" height="442" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/manufactured-totems.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/gQT2qPr6keg" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/manufactured-totems.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-106823657283972232013-05-09T09:07:00.000-04:002013-05-09T09:07:39.826-04:002013-05-09T09:07:39.826-04:00SCINTILLATION///VIDEO<br> This experimental film by Xavier Chassaing was made with over 35,000 photographs. It combines an innovative mix of stop motion and live projection. The intro is a little bit long but be patient - it's really worth it! <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rR-IGCgINnI/UFNXPV7hwyI/AAAAAAAAPgY/zQ__SWaIdLU/s1600/3809652_640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rR-IGCgINnI/UFNXPV7hwyI/AAAAAAAAPgY/zQ__SWaIdLU/s640/3809652_640.jpg" height="274" width="640"></a></div> <br> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/scintillation.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/IIwHh0F4Us4" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com2http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/scintillation.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-78536086927630174172013-05-08T12:42:00.000-04:002013-05-08T16:23:04.782-04:002013-05-08T16:23:04.782-04:00STEVEN MEISEL'S MIDCENTURY HOUSE IN LOS ANGELES///INTERIOR DESIGN<br> After visiting Trousdale Estates, Beverly Hills for a photo shoot, photographer Steven Meisel bought this 1963 house located in the luxurious community developed in the ’50s and ’60s. Designer Brad Dunning kept the 1960s swing style and I love how he incorporated green accents throughout the house - the green chairs in the living room, the leather bed frame and the green onyx in the bathroom - to name just a few.<br> The house also boost an unconventional home office/master bath. “That space was my idea,” confesses the photographer to Architectural Digest. “It just made sense to me—take a shower, get dressed, make a few calls, and do a little work. I love that room.” <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jSjs6msr4yA/UYmccaC-xZI/AAAAAAAAb4c/MZEcN1lq-hk/s1600/item2.rendition.slideshowWideHorizontal.steven-meisel-03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jSjs6msr4yA/UYmccaC-xZI/AAAAAAAAb4c/MZEcN1lq-hk/s1600/item2.rendition.slideshowWideHorizontal.steven-meisel-03.jpg" height="426" width="640"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The driftwood-and-glass table and curved sofa are original to the house.</td></tr> </tbody></table> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qDFH48O-nik/UYmfGuJUkLI/AAAAAAAAb5Y/gpWrXBTFwAQ/s1600/item4.rendition.slideshowWideHorizontal.steven-meisel-05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div> </div><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/steven-meisels-midcentury-house-in-los.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/rDRpXYaNsjE" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/steven-meisels-midcentury-house-in-los.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-88707945170322457952013-05-07T07:00:00.001-04:002013-05-07T20:01:09.672-04:002013-05-07T20:01:09.672-04:00LA BOHEME<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rDL9vwmEoQo/UXyKUa77ZPI/AAAAAAAAbsA/0sUlZjnTRQw/s1600/Kasia2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-rDL9vwmEoQo/UXyKUa77ZPI/AAAAAAAAbsA/0sUlZjnTRQw/s1600/Kasia2.jpg" height="420" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/la-boheme.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/VvxEKHGLqnE" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com2http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/la-boheme.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-86795846530031800942013-05-07T07:00:00.000-04:002013-05-07T16:35:50.202-04:002013-05-07T16:35:50.202-04:00EVOCATEUR • STUNNING GOLD LEAF JEWELRY<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///FASHION</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Handcrafted in Connecticut, <b><a href="http://evocateurstyle.com/">Évocateur</a></b> is a collection of one-of-a-kind jewelry made with 22K gold leaf and sterling silver leaf.  The pieces are modern and contemporary but look like they came out of Gustav Klimt paintings.  I love the contrast between the vibrant colors and the rich tone of the gold leaf.  Aren't they all absolutely stunning? I want them all! <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UFSc1L8HscE/UYgDTUz7YjI/AAAAAAAAb0Q/Xmivm8hwGmM/s1600/Evocateur+4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UFSc1L8HscE/UYgDTUz7YjI/AAAAAAAAb0Q/Xmivm8hwGmM/s1600/Evocateur+4.jpg" height="542" width="640" /></a></div> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="http://evocateurstyle.com/">Évocateur</a></b> is offering an exclusive discount to my readers.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Enter the <b>code APP20 </b>at checkout to get <b>20% off</b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> Valid until May 13th, 2013.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br /></div> <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/1VMqdJovP1I" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com1http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/evocateur-stunning-gold-leaf-jewelry.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-42874749366442086982013-05-06T07:00:00.000-04:002013-05-09T14:08:18.539-04:002013-05-09T14:08:18.539-04:00ERDEM RESORT 2013///FASHION<br> On <b><a href="http://www.erdem.com/home.php">Erdem</a></b>’s inspiration board, the Queen of England's been sharing space with his research photographs of Upper East Side ladies, posing neatly on their upholstered sofas and armchairs, and Amish women, in their long, modestly cut dresses. “There’s a lot of patchwork and embroidery going on. I don’t really know what you’d call it—Old Lady meets Amish? But what I want to show is how someone can wear it in a serious, grown-up way—and how someone else can do it in a bonkers young way, too.” <a href="http://www.vogue.com/fashion-week/resort-2013/merdem/review/"><i>via</i></a><br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p3fGJejhZ4M/UYcd1_5lfgI/AAAAAAAAbyw/zmDy6Q6goMU/s1600/Erdem+Resort+2013+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p3fGJejhZ4M/UYcd1_5lfgI/AAAAAAAAbyw/zmDy6Q6goMU/s1600/Erdem+Resort+2013+2.jpg" height="478" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/erdem-resort-2013.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/gaA3Ohv364A" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com2http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/erdem-resort-2013.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-11852938922288595572013-05-01T07:00:00.001-04:002013-05-06T14:27:41.421-04:002013-05-06T14:27:41.421-04:00BLOOMING GARDEN<div class="separator tr_bq" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///ART</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I was very impressed with the work of <b><a href="http://alexandra-sophie.fr/">Alexandra Sophie</a></b>, a 20-year-old self-taught French photographer. There is something very beautiful and powerful, poetic and provocative about her ongoing series Blooming Garden (Jardin Fleuri) which depicts different stages in the lives of women. Such a beautiful representation of femininity with nature. The feminist in me - yes, I said the F word - was very proud! What do you think? <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SEUmYJ0G3hg/UYB_W_ImGeI/AAAAAAAAbvU/oUWtwkten1E/s1600/Blooming+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SEUmYJ0G3hg/UYB_W_ImGeI/AAAAAAAAbvU/oUWtwkten1E/s1600/Blooming+1.jpg" height="318" width="640"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> Virgin Soil Blackberries/Mature </td></tr> </tbody></table> <br> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/blooming-garden.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/JipuSxtxeeI" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com2http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/05/blooming-garden.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-75125627237209893562013-04-30T07:00:00.000-04:002013-04-30T23:07:19.612-04:002013-04-30T23:07:19.612-04:00THE EXOTIC HOME OF DESIGNER JOHN ROBSHAW IN NYC<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///INTERIOR DESIGN</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> When he’s not traveling the world in search of inspiration for his textile designs, John Robshaw heads home to a haven of exotic treasures in Manhattan. Robshaw travels to places like Vietnam, Bolivia, and Zimbabwe to collaborate with local artisans on fabrics that combine traditional techniques with fresh pattern and color. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mNLN4542p3o/UXu-SetLC5I/AAAAAAAAbpg/7QPPUZ2BOMA/s1600/John-Robshaw-home-EDC-1212-05-lgn.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mNLN4542p3o/UXu-SetLC5I/AAAAAAAAbpg/7QPPUZ2BOMA/s1600/John-Robshaw-home-EDC-1212-05-lgn.jpg"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The sofa is upholstered in a linen by Robshaw and topped with his pillows.<br> Ihe bone-inlay side tables hold mango-wood lamps fitted with shades by Robshaw.<br> A mask from an Indian market, Turkish calligraphy mirrors, and a wood cow sculpture adorn the wall.</td></tr> </tbody></table> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/the-exotic-home-of-designer-john.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/z33_Rhs_zZA" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/the-exotic-home-of-designer-john.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-57614349201000195542013-04-29T07:00:00.001-04:002013-04-29T07:00:07.414-04:002013-04-29T07:00:07.414-04:00TOTE STORY///FASHION<br /> I have been obsessed about finding the perfect tote for my upcoming trip to Paris... <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8ZNzdalYZHQ/UXx_fkENtZI/AAAAAAAAbro/VW6_0mG_hqo/s1600/Toy+Story+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8ZNzdalYZHQ/UXx_fkENtZI/AAAAAAAAbro/VW6_0mG_hqo/s1600/Toy+Story+1.jpg" /></a></div> <i>(First Row)</i> <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=409730165&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Michael Kors</b> Miranda Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=376422826&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Dooney & Bourke</b> Side Stitched Shopper</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=401393236&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Reed Krakoff</b> Atlantique Mini Leather Tote</a>, blue mk, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=429127805&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Anya Hindmarch</b> Tiny Tim Leather Tote</a><br /> <i>(Second Row)</i> <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=410946653&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Issey Miyake</b> Lucent Bao Bao Shopper</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=428917389&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Reed Krakoff</b> Boxer Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=283393803&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Valextra</b> Isis Shopping Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=406782591&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Alaïa</b> Laser-Cut Leather Tote</a>, <b><a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=200212154&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">J.Crew</a> </b><a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=200212154&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">Farmer's Market Tote</a><br /> <i>(Third Row)<b> </b></i><a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=326190998&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Tiffany & Co.</b> Jitney Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=420565833&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Victoria Beckham</b> Georgia Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=152876341&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Michael Kors</b> Jet Set Leather Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=425121402&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Sophie Hulme</b> Buckle Tote</a>, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=189907770&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank"><b>Dooney & Bourke</b> Large Shopper</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/8OoLPq-VdG4" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com1http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/tote-story_29.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-62259075026091860222013-04-25T07:00:00.000-04:002013-04-27T17:14:31.924-04:002013-04-27T17:14:31.924-04:00SHE SAID, SHE SAID WITH MARISA TOMEI///VIDEO<br> This video for the <b><a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/S2013RTW-CO/" target="_blank">Co</a></b> Spring 2013 collection features a couple (Marisa Tomei and Elodie Bouchez) on the brink of divorce attempts to divide their possessions through mediation. It sounds like a drama but it will make you smile for sure. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i><br> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QPUcriKPSk0/UUtGCQUQAEI/AAAAAAAAbTk/5S1jy_t22aU/s1600/cos-latest-fashion-film-she-said-she-said.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QPUcriKPSk0/UUtGCQUQAEI/AAAAAAAAbTk/5S1jy_t22aU/s1600/cos-latest-fashion-film-she-said-she-said.jpg" height="270" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> </div><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/she-said-she-said-with-marisa-tomei.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/-7TXtZrJ6Ng" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/she-said-she-said-with-marisa-tomei.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-66992175285843096272013-04-24T07:00:00.000-04:002013-04-27T14:51:34.591-04:002013-04-27T14:51:34.591-04:00CLOUD INSTALLATIONS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///ART</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <a href="http://www.berndnaut.nl/index.htm" target="_blank"><b>Berndnaut Smilde</b></a> is a cloud artist. You didn't misread. Smilde has discovered a way to carefully regulate temperature and humidity to contain and capture clouds before their rapid dissipation. Absolutely lovely! <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cvPLg2dqENg/UXcOOaEIjGI/AAAAAAAAblQ/u6Z7eLFOKmk/s1600/NimbusGreenRoom_web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cvPLg2dqENg/UXcOOaEIjGI/AAAAAAAAblQ/u6Z7eLFOKmk/s1600/NimbusGreenRoom_web.jpg" height="470" width="640"></a><br> <br> </div><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/cloud-installations.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/ge401t_druk" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com4http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/cloud-installations.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-27403486360064416192013-04-23T07:00:00.000-04:002013-04-27T14:52:01.949-04:002013-04-27T14:52:01.949-04:00Mikhael Kale • Lookbook S/S 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///FASHION</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Canadian designer <b><a href="http://mikhaelkale.com/index2.php" target="_blank">Mikhael Kale</a></b> hits all the right notes with this spring collection featuring psychedelic prints, metallic detailing and delicate ruffles in rich lavender, ivory, inky black and sky blue. I especially love Kale's contemporary take on ladylike style. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9uNPLzoU9b4/UXXh8KsscqI/AAAAAAAAbjo/Xmnm47veNiM/s1600/Mikhael+Kale+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9uNPLzoU9b4/UXXh8KsscqI/AAAAAAAAbjo/Xmnm47veNiM/s1600/Mikhael+Kale+1.jpg" height="426" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="color: #0000ee;"><u><br></u></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="color: #0000ee;"><u></u></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="color: #0000ee;"><u></u></span></div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/mikhael-kale-lookbook-ss-2013.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/scovqAAGDu8" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/mikhael-kale-lookbook-ss-2013.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-10613106228889085542013-04-22T13:06:00.002-04:002013-04-23T13:00:33.909-04:002013-04-23T13:00:33.909-04:00Catherine Palace in St.Petersburg<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///TRAVEL</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> On my travel bucket list, there is St.Petersburg for all its treasures from Imperial Russia - not only for the <b><a href="http://www.hermitagemuseum.org/html_En/index.html" target="_blank">Hermitage Museum</a></b> but also for all the magnificient palaces in the area like the <b><a href="http://www.saint-petersburg.com/pushkin/catherine-palace.asp" target="_blank">Catherine Palace</a>.</b> The Catherine Palace is named after Catherine I, the wife of Peter the Great, who ruled Russia for two years after her husband's death. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uCEHTxTftOw/UWgf5jceNEI/AAAAAAAAbgA/byK6_slVgfg/s1600/Catherine7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uCEHTxTftOw/UWgf5jceNEI/AAAAAAAAbgA/byK6_slVgfg/s1600/Catherine7.jpg" height="394" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5NqAgRL3-Y4/UWgcIvPjFjI/AAAAAAAAbfg/ZKxtC39bPYo/s1600/IMG_9806_lightb.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5NqAgRL3-Y4/UWgcIvPjFjI/AAAAAAAAbfg/ZKxtC39bPYo/s1600/IMG_9806_lightb.jpg" height="426" width="640"></a></div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/catherine-palace-in-stpetersburg.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/O_HcbFZJEkE" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/catherine-palace-in-stpetersburg.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-11193129066063633112013-04-10T09:35:00.000-04:002013-04-22T14:27:39.551-04:002013-04-22T14:27:39.551-04:00CHAIRLIFT Cool as Fire<div class="tr_bq"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://images-blogger-opensocial.googleusercontent.com/gadgets/proxy?url=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F-ZzYD_XZg7QM%2FUWbH5kwRWvI%2FAAAAAAAAbfQ%2FCzdV_jVExjY%2Fs1600%2FChairlift_2.jpg&container=blogger&gadget=a&rewriteMime=image%2F*" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzYD_XZg7QM/UWbH5kwRWvI/AAAAAAAAbfQ/CzdV_jVExjY/s1600/Chairlift_2.jpg" height="354" width="640"></a></div> <br> ///MUSIC - LISTEN TO...<br> </div><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/chairlift-cool-as-fire.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/7Kq9lMhWPd0" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/chairlift-cool-as-fire.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-87634673210981078452013-04-09T11:07:00.000-04:002013-04-23T16:34:09.079-04:002013-04-23T16:34:09.079-04:00Ulyana Sergeenko Couture Spring 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///FASHION</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I never thought that <b><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2012/10/ulyana-sergeenko-designer-icon.html" target="_blank">Ulyana Sergeenko</a></b> could outdo herself but she did with this divine collection! If I ever were invited to the Oscars, I would wear one of her breathtaking gowns on the red carpet. Absolutely magical and dreamy. <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zNIkFp5XVSc/UWQpq8L4BKI/AAAAAAAAbdQ/Ij5IX0vncd4/s1600/ulyanasergeenko10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zNIkFp5XVSc/UWQpq8L4BKI/AAAAAAAAbdQ/Ij5IX0vncd4/s1600/ulyanasergeenko10.jpg" height="480" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/ulyana-sergeenko-spring-2013.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/0z9remm5XX0" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/04/ulyana-sergeenko-spring-2013.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-69196004896184817092013-03-22T09:01:00.000-04:002013-04-09T11:07:36.731-04:002013-04-09T11:07:36.731-04:00A Rustic Farmhouse in the Hills of Italy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///INTERIOR DESIGN</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Architect Benedikt Bolza rebuilds the rural houses of Umbria Italy - centuries old and in ruins - into luxurious villas. He transformed his family’s estate - a 2,700-acre estate in the wooded hills of Umbria, Italy, into a grand and rustic dwelling for his young family. I especially love the glass atrium over the inner courtyard and the dining alcove which is big enough for his family of seven.<i> </i>Oh and I almost forgot the lovely garden room with the fireplace - where I can easily picture myself lounging <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody> <tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oCAWcGnFm7Q/UUtPqKxl21I/AAAAAAAAbUs/znLJuhWS6Ok/s1600/item2.size.0.0.benedikt-bolza-04-drawing-room.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oCAWcGnFm7Q/UUtPqKxl21I/AAAAAAAAbUs/znLJuhWS6Ok/s1600/item2.size.0.0.benedikt-bolza-04-drawing-room.jpg" height="426" width="640"></a></td></tr> <tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: ars-maquette-web, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; text-align: start;">The architect designed most of the drawing room’s furnishings, <br>including the wood-and-brass console, the sofa, and the cast-bronze cocktail table.</span></td></tr> </tbody></table> <br> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/a-rustic-farmhouse-in-hills-of-italy.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/J1k5iE0NYoA" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com1http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/a-rustic-farmhouse-in-hills-of-italy.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-11072674453431332182013-03-21T12:06:00.000-04:002013-05-08T14:02:13.237-04:002013-05-08T14:02:13.237-04:00Floral Fantasia<div> These fabulous photos are from <a href="http://www.adstyle.com.cn/" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Architectural Digest China</a>. I love how they featured fashion and interior design in the same editorial. Simple idea but very effective and innovative! <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tsO6ETEAA-Y/UUssybqcPJI/AAAAAAAAbSg/bsWzy9Qojl4/s1600/AD+China+5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tsO6ETEAA-Y/UUssybqcPJI/AAAAAAAAbSg/bsWzy9Qojl4/s1600/AD+China+5.jpg" height="442" width="640"></a><br> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Eal3lxiBu3s/UUssyWbbxBI/AAAAAAAAbSc/mrsAr7zFWH0/s1600/AD+China+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><br> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/floral-fantasia.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/DU8rKHkjdGA" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/floral-fantasia.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-65717120810046107172013-03-20T07:00:00.000-04:002013-04-22T14:25:05.730-04:002013-04-22T14:25:05.730-04:00Objects of Desire No. 3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MnyDzttcupc/UUiG2DPcD9I/AAAAAAAAbRg/0vb101VT58c/s1600/Objects+of+Desire+No.2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MnyDzttcupc/UUiG2DPcD9I/AAAAAAAAbRg/0vb101VT58c/s1600/Objects+of+Desire+No.2.jpg" height="640" width="634" /></a></div> <b>Clockwise </b><a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=402550787&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">Hermès vintage Courchevel 35 Birkin bag</a> $24,155, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=366747932&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">Burberry Prorsum trench coat</a> $1,995, <a href="http://www.dior.com/couture/en_gb/fashion-accessories/woman/shoes" target="_blank">Christian Dior sandals with metal ring</a> $1,200, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=371294029&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">Miu Miu cat eye sunglasses</a> $390, <a href="http://www.versaudio.com/vers15R.html" target="_blank">Vers iPod alarm clock</a> $220, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=388702691&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">RJ Graziano Filligree Floral Earrings</a> $38, <a href="http://www.frenchsoleshoes.com/flats/imply.html" target="_blank">French Sole ballet flats</a> $185, <a href="http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=159256415&pid=uid6641-2113879-15&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Product+Widget" target="_blank">Ghibli Green and Gold Python Daily Planner Agenda</a> $219<br /> <i><br /></i> I wish I had $25,000 to spend on a bag because it is a hell of a beautiful bag!<i> - Marie Trepanier</i><br /> <br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/xhY5mqotMVY" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com1http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/objects-of-desire-no-3.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-23912096672452289832013-03-14T10:52:00.000-04:002013-04-22T14:57:51.407-04:002013-04-22T14:57:51.407-04:00Dreaming of Paris...<div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ke-5kuwu_b8/UXWIJEdPMtI/AAAAAAAAbiQ/RNf3iAlG-QM/s1600/eiffel_tour_0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ke-5kuwu_b8/UXWIJEdPMtI/AAAAAAAAbiQ/RNf3iAlG-QM/s1600/eiffel_tour_0.jpg" height="400" width="640"></a></div> <br> ///TRAVEL ///MUSIC<br> During the last month, all my summer travelling plans fell trough. My boyfriend bought a restaurant a few months ago and can't take time off work. My sister can't come with me to Italy because she scored her dream internship and my friends can't travel for various reasons. I was so disappointed but after a week of feeling sorry for myself, I booked a trip anyway. I will be visiting Paris in June!<br> <br> </div><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/dreaming-of-paris.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/gchKub8rsvk" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com0http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/03/dreaming-of-paris.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8618064368441558462.post-21324211862803235042013-02-28T07:00:00.000-05:002013-02-28T10:09:11.163-05:002013-02-28T10:09:11.163-05:00Red Valentino Fall 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> ///FASHION</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> There are not many collections that I would buy every single item from. <b><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2012/08/red-valentino-aw-2012.html" target="_blank">Red Valentino</a></b> is the exception. How can I resist an <i>Hansel and Gretel </i>theme with folkloric embroidery and petticoated skirts in marzipan and gingerbread prints? I even did my hair milk maid style today so I am fully ready for whatever <b><a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2012/08/red-valentino-aw-2012.html" target="_blank">Red Valentino</a></b> wants to throw at me! Anyone from <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2012/08/red-valentino-aw-2012.html" target="_blank"><b>Red Valentino</b></a> listening? <i>- Marie Trepanier</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-43WHaMgyLuE/US1jHowIjII/AAAAAAAAazE/0XTDxiK_8vk/s1600/Red+Valentino+9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-43WHaMgyLuE/US1jHowIjII/AAAAAAAAazE/0XTDxiK_8vk/s1600/Red+Valentino+9.jpg" height="506" width="640"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/02/red-valentino-fall-2013.html#more">=====> VIEW THE POST HERE</a><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/MakeTheWorldAPrettierPlace/~4/ZNsuQcBI8B4" height="1" width="1"/>Marie Trepanierhttps://plus.google.com/105955041274693488170noreply@blogger.com2http://www.aprettierplace.net/2013/02/red-valentino-fall-2013.html