Inspiration – Page 9 – Snapshots & My Thoughts by Ailee Petrovic

Décor January 7, 2013

Who, exactly, is Coralie Bickford-Smith?

As I’ve mentioned many times before on the blog, my best friend, McKenzie, is one of the coolest people I know. One day she comes home with a fancy gold and white book, which she excitedly proclaims is one of the Penguin Classics in the Fitzgerald series that Coralie Bickford-Smith designed. I “ooohed” and “ahhhed” appropriately (as it really was gorgeous), then had to ask: “Who, exactly, is Coralie Bickford-Smith?” (I’m so out of the loop) In that moment, my eyes were opened!

Coralie’s clothbound Penguin (where she works) Classics covers have gotten global attention – for the right reasons. I love all of the beautiful books, and naturally, had to order six (for starters) for The Manor. I cannot wait for them to arrive! They will be a great addition to our Sloane bookcases from Crate and Barrel. Eeps! Anxiously awaiting Amazon boxes.

PS Check out her interview on Design Sponge here!

Décor January 4, 2013

The Most Gorgeous Holiday Gathering

My engagement/wedding photographer, Ryan Ray, is so talented. Looking at his blog makes me very excited about the coming months. I am actually obsessed with the festive holiday shoot he did that was featured on Style Me Pretty. The event stylist, Angel, may be the sweetest person I’ve ever emailed with in my entire life. The colors of the shoot are vivid, the food looks amazing (I want those Brussels sprouts!), and I need that dining table! I did my own acorn decorating project earlier this season and ended up with sore hands. They look much better au natural than covered in gold glitter!

Photography: Ryan Ray Photography / Design + Styling: Love & Splendor / Floral Design: Camilla Svensson Burns Couture Floral and Event Design / Catering: Trumpet Vine Catering / Cake + Desserts: Enjoy Cupcakes / Stationery + Calligraphy: Julie Song Ink / Tabletop Rentals: Casa de Perrin / Furniture Rentals: Found Vintage Rentals / Film Processing: Indie Film Lab

Décor November 27, 2012

Bubbles and Sparkles

I did a little holiday decorating this past weekend – creating a Christmas wreath and golden, sparkly pine cones. Given our busy schedule this winter, neither Sasha, me, nor McKenzie will be hosting any large Christmas gatherings, which became more upsetting after seeing this gorgeous holiday spread on 100 Layer Cake. The sparkly feel, champagne bubbles and beautiful florals scream Christmas party – maybe next year!

Décor November 2, 2012

My Dream Bathroom

Yesterday, one of my best friends, Kirby, introduced Sasha and I to www.Houzz.com. It’s basically Pinterest, but only for interior design, and you can buy many of the items in the pictures online. It’s amazing. Sasha and I were both freaking out and naturally had to plan date night around a trip to The Manor and Home Depot. He had sent me a laundry list (literally 60 things) that we need to do to remodel and decorate the house, and I’m going to rely heavily on Houzz to do this. First things first: the bathrooms. I looked through a million, and found my one in the picture below.

We’re going to do the bathroom exactly like this (same colors, knobs, lighting, etc.), with the exception of the tile floor. One room at a time! That’s all I can do to stay sane!

Décor October 12, 2012

I [Rifle Paper Co.] Heart Fridays

McKenzie and I really, really like Rifle Paper Co. We have all sorts of cards, notepads, etc., and I was recently browsing their online store and came across this print (which I have as a card). I’m thinking about getting it in the 18×24 size – it will add the perfect floral touch to my room.

Happy Friday – enjoy your weekend! I’m Austin-bound for one of my best friend’s sister’s wedding.