In Good Taste

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

colour me happy.

So I am really into bold/colorful contemporary art right now (post to come), and totally fell in love with this fantastic painting I came across on the blog, vivaamore. It's entitled, "You can lead a horse to water" and I can't help but smile when I see it. Would love to own a bright piece like this one day. Hope it brightens up your week a little!

'You can lead a horse to water'

Image via Mimi + Meg.

Monday, March 28, 2011

spring has sprung: good taste wish list

With the daffodils peeking through and the Cherry Blossoms already in bloom, it's safe to say that I have a serious case of Spring fever! Not to mention, I'm going crazy over all the amazing Spring lines that keep popping up...here is a little wish list of bright finds that are making me stir-crazy for sunny weather!

Cutler & Gross Sunglasses. Oliphant Coral Bauble Necklace. Kate Spade Hula Too Sandal. Tory Burch Pom Pom Scarf.

Stella & Dot Belle Fleur Earrings. Madeline Weinrib Saffron Ikat Clutch. Lilly Pulitzer Garden Party Basket.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

[interior] infatuation: madeline weinrib

Photo courtesy of The New York Times

Bold prints and Ikat are nothing new; however, I will always be mesmerized by both. There's something about vibrant color layered and interpretted into lively patterns that will always make me happy. Pucci, Lilly Pulitzer, Diane von Furstenberg, and the likes have all lent a bold whimsy to their designs through delicious, color-drenched prints, while still reflecting their daring visions tastefully. Artist and designer, Madeline Weinrib, added herself to the list when she started designing carpets in 1998. As the grand-daughter of ABC Carpet & Home founder, Max Weinrib, its safe to say that Madeline is practically interior design royalty on her own, but it's her modern take on traditional prints that gave her a coveted spot on the 'must have' lists. At her 6th floor atelier at ABC Carpet & Home, Weinrib reinterprets the traditional with prints inspired by her travels abroad, and transforms them into fabulous pillows and rugs, unique furniture pieces, and accessories ranging from evening bags to table linens. I think its safe to say that if I had my way, I would probably cover my entire home (and self!) in Madeline's creations - here's a peek at just a few of her amazing designs...

Photo courtesy of Madeline Weinrib

Pillows courtesy of Madeline Weinrib. Collage by In Good Taste.

Rugs courtesy of Madeline Weinrib. Collage by In Good Taste.

Photo via jpmdesign via House & Home

Photo courtesy of Elle Decor

Photo courtesy of Elle Decor

Photo courtesy of Madeline Weinrib

Photo courtesy of Elle Decor via Living Livlier

Gwyneth Paltrow's Living Room (with Madeline Weinrib chair).

Photo via thelovelist.net

Photo courtesy of Elle Decor via Living Livlier

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Friday, March 11, 2011

champagne wishes + caviar dreams...

I've always had an affinity for champagne, but after coming across these 2011 Moet & Chandon ads starring Scarlett Johansson, my love for the bubbly instantly went straight to my head. There is nothing more simple, yet elegantly delightful than a sparkly glass of champagne...unless of course, you pair it with a dime-sized indulgence of caviar. For your next cocktail gathering, consider serving the celebratory drink with equally exquisite Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon, Dilled Creme Fraiche and Caviar (they sound complicated, but they're really very simple). Bon Appetit [tres chic]!

Image courtesy of Food & Wine. Recipe courtesy of Wolfgang Puck.

GOOD TASTE TIP: Not in the mood to light the stove? Whip up the creme fraiche the night before and layer the smoked salmon and caviar* atop simple black bread, toasted french bread (sliced thinly) or small, substantial crackers. For a less extravagant night in, serve this delicious hors d'oeuvre paired with a nice Pinot Noir or Pinot Grigio.

*Caviar may be replaced with a simple sprig of dill for those less-inclined to this delicacy.

Monday, February 28, 2011

kate spade new york campaigns bold, cheeky color!

On this rainy day, I can't help but feel happy looking at the newest Kate Spade color campaign, starring Bryce Dallas Howard, and featuring a vivid rainbow of cute candy-stripes and fabulously bold color (the opposite of what I'm looking at outside right now). I'm seriously craving Spring....where is it?! Love the bright yellow jacket and cute flats in the last couple of pictures...

All images courtesy of Kate Spade New York

Speaking of color, check out this quirky video the Kate Spade New York team made, featuring the unwrapping of a Surprise Ball! How fun to make one of these with cute little trinkets for a cheeky birthday gift, or maybe in an egg shape full of fun Easter treats?

Friday, February 25, 2011

put some spring in your step with nudes + neons

This Spring, it's all about the pairing of soft neutrals with pops of bright neons. For those who don't want to end up with a closet that glows from the inside, try utilizing this trend with fun flats. Ballets are always a great addition to your collection and the fun neons are a great way to add a pop of color without having to commit to an investment piece that may strain the eyes a few years from now (although I believe that you can never go wrong with bold, unexpected color!)...

The Inspiration:

Photo via Elle Tumblr Blog

Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011 via Choosy Syle

Donna Air in Burberry Prorsum via ST Cafe

Glowing Finds:

1. Topshop flats. 2-6. J. Crew flats.

Happy Weekending!

Happy Friday! Hoping this photo add a little warmth to your weekend...makes me want to just jet set off to Mexico, away from this not-so-fabulous February weather! xx

Photo courtesy of Australian Vogue/Photographer: Nicole Bentley [via Coco + Kelley].

Friday, February 18, 2011

Pretty in [Pulitzer] Pink!

On a recent trip to Puerto Rico for some much needed sun, I realized at the airport that I would need some good reads to get me through the four-hour flight. I immediately snatched the new issue of House Beautiful after setting eyes on its fabulously pink cover with the headline, "The Power of Pink!" What more could a girl want? Anxious to read more about the terribly chic room featured on the cover, I was pleasantly surprised to find the much anticipated, new Lilly Pulitzer home line (for HRI Brands) featured inside. With vibrant, feel-good prints on sophisticated sofas and over-the-top ottomans, who needs to go in search of sun and sand? I knew a peek inside would be the perfect pre-vacay punch...and I was right. Absolute perfection (Palm Beach style, of course...).

For all those preppy-loving, pretty in pink Pulitzer girls out there - enjoy the eye candy, ladies!

House Beautiful 2011

Lilly in Palm Beach [so chic!] courtesy of Lilly Pulitzer

via The Preppy Princess

Photo courtesy of Patricia Sheridan


Lilly home accessory via Home Accents Today

Lilly ottoman [amazing shoe storage!] via Sophie Pyle Style

I also love these great rooms from Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill - they are from last May's collection, but as we all know, Lilly is timeless [as is the perfection of pink + green!]...

Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill

Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill

Saturday, February 5, 2011

stripe hype [in b + w].

I came across this great picture of Natalie Wood in a scene from Sex and the Single Girl, and although she looks fabulous as always, it was her daring desk chair that really caught my eye. I was immediately inspired to seek out modern uses of the classic black + white stripe, as used in current interiors. A bold, yet very chic choice, the b + w stripe can be used through dramatic wall-coverings or as an eye-catching accessory [think pillows, throws or rugs]. Here are a few great uses of this timeless, yet audacious play on the age old theory that opposites really do attract...