My Back to School/Fall Wishlist

Autumn Wishlist 2011 by newromanticism featuring a purple coat

Here are a few things I would love to buy myself for the fall. I'm trying to think classic and versatile, not overly trendy. I'm particularly obsessed with the wedge boots, knit tights and berets. Love love love. 

My Bedroom Inspiration

Good Morning!

Today I thought I'd show you two spaces that have really inspired the plans for my new bedroom (5 days till move in day -- Yay!).

1. I have a huge crush on this NYC bedroom from Elle Decor, and especially the crisp white sheets paired with the printed burgundy throw. I love how the bones of the room are all in neutral colours (black, white, woods) but the accent pieces keep it looking vibrant and full of texture.

2. Once again I am crazy about the bedding in this room from Chatelaine magazine. I love the layers of printed textiles, the unusual shapes of the decor and the pops of gold.

Chatelaine

I can't wait to post pictures of my new room once it's done!

5 Lovely Things

  1. Beautiful Eduardo Recife prints. Worth clicking the link to see more:

Eduardo Recife

2. These fancified ice cubes are an easy way to liven up a glass of water:

Martha Stewart

3. Just tease and braid for this pretty hair idea:

musingsinfemininity

4. Multi-purpose wordsearch cards, how cool! Just circle the words that apply:

coolmaterial

5. Newsprint nails! Click on the link for the surprisingly easy tutorial:

Passion Nail Art

Decorating with Tape

Maybe you're a commitment-phobe when it comes to decorating your apartment. Maybe you live in a dorm or rental where you aren't allowed to paint, or put nails in the wall. Whatever the case, I have the solution: creating big statement wall art using tape! Here is some inspiration:

1. Faux Paneling: For those who dream of crown moulding and embellished architectural features, here's something to tide you over for now.

Dabble Mag

 
2. Portrait: Granted, it might take a bit of skill to create this super cool pop art look, but for the artistically gifted among you, why not give it a shot!

Apartment Therapy

3. Fluorescent Shapes: Go graphic with this bright and bold optical illusion idea. 

Aakash Nihalani

4. Crane: No need to stick to a flat surface! This tape crane brings the wow factor with big contrast and dimension.

Desktop Mag



Happy Wednesday!

Treasures from my Grandparents' House

My Grandparents are selling their house and a lot of their things have ended up with my family. Here are some photographs I took of a few things that I thought were interesting.

I Dream of Elie

Words can't express how completely stunning Elie Saab's Fall and Spring 2011 Couture collections are so I will just let you see for yourself.

Fall 2011

 

Spring 2011

A girl can dream!

All images came from Style.com: Spring 2011 and Fall 2011

Cut Me Some Slacks

I was flipping through Rue Magazine  this morning and came across this awesome pair of pink pants from Net a Porter :

However, I don't exactly have $390 dollars floating around to spend on them. So I looked around for some cheaper alternatives, like this cute $59 black pair from Urban Outifitters:

And I hit the motherload at Forever 21 where I found a cool shiny blue pair, and some fantastic tribal print varieties all under $30!

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Love!