10 things that rocked my world this week! august 13

1. Lots of big changes this week. One of the most important...I took the jump, signed a year lease and decided to stay in NYC for at least one more year. Moved into my very own apartment that I am just crazy for. All the way from Gramercy to the Upper West Side. I am obsessed with my new neighborhood. 

 2. Spotted this beautiful CD cover in line at Starbucks. I love this quote...so true.
 3. Metallic silver packing tape makes packing boxes and moving utterly glamorous! 
 4. Making memories with old friends was one of the best highlights while back in LA (flew back for a few days to work on a new project and catch up with my LA people). This is a reaction face after sharing my adventures in NYC. 
 5. Stopping by Santa Monica for dinner at Sushi Roku by the beach. Ah, the sushi in California just felt as good as Thanksgiving dinner. Oh so yummy! 
 6. Needing one of these fabulously large straw tote bags. Perfect for all my decorating equipment.
 7. I am not really superstitious per se, but I do love me a good lucky penny! 
 8. These lovely black and white striped glasses are my muse for my new apartment. I am so completely in love with black and white. Especially stripes, I just cant get enough.
 9. This gorgeous pair of gold wall sconces is absolutely breathtaking. I am dying for a client to snag them! Such a steal of a price too! 
 10. Candles Candles Candles. I love candles. Especially when they come in bright, yummy packages that just make me smile. So pretty! 

10 things that rocked my world this week! august 6


1. I have absolutely decided that even though I am currently in living in New York, the colors of LA will never leave me. Bright pinks and jewel tones make the ultimate mixture of delicious color!

 2. Name cards are the ultimate dinner party indulgence. It's too much fun to see your name atop a gorgeous glossy dining table...not to mention the mixed metallic prettiness.
 3. One of my favorite books of all time. Woodson and Rummerfield's High Style has been my favorite summer read. Or shall I say summer 'gaze lovingly at all the gorgeous photos' read. 
 4. Leopard skirt in the house. Meow! 
 5. When on a deadline to get something done...take your pretty self down over to Starbucks for a venti iced coffee, no sweetner, extra shot. It's got that magic formula that just makes you WORK IT! 
 6. The very enormous chandelier at the Mondrian Soho is GLAM-OR-OUS. So much bling, I could hardly stand all the goodness and the metallic mirrored bar was certainly divine. Loved the style.
 7. Such cute little guys those foo dogs are, no?
 8. Anything with a rose pattern absolutely steals my heart. My grandmother just loves roses and so do I. They just make everything so pretty and romantic...even this weird blue carpet.
 9. Drove by this bar in the east village. Such a clever little name that HEARTBREAK bar and I love the big red neon. 
10. The best find of the week from the Brooklyn flea. These are for my clients bookcase. The perfect accessory for her totally sophisticated space. I love the detailed touches that give a little flair.


10 things that rocked my world this week! july 30

1. I finally got to meet one of my very first blogging friends in person...the lovely Mariska Meijers from Amsterdam. Extremely talented artist...extremely genuine heart. 

2. Motivating quotes just get me everytime. This week I really was moved by these empowering words.  Such a good point, I thought...so I acted on them. Loved it! 
3. Fell head over heels for this door number sign I saw as I was walking the streets. So industrial chic looking, no? If the door was touched up with a strong black lacquer, I'd like it even  more! 
4. Something about this collection of pipes reminds me of the library at The Soho House...very intellectual new york- esque. I would die to design a room around them! 
5. Aqua blue tufting. It's so romantic and dreamy. I am crazy in love with my sofa. We bonded this week over a Twilight Saga marathon. good times. 
6. I am coveting this chandelier from the thrift store in my neighborhood. The piece doesn't go on sale till next week because its in the window. fingers crossed no one snags it. 
7. So incase you guys don't know...I am pretty much vegan (i will never stop eating fish), so its hard for me to find a good restaurant that caters to my type of eating preferences. Thanks to my manager, I found the spot. Westville has the best menu for healthy eats....oh and really good ginger ale. 
8. Hello NYC fire trucks. Not only are they super hip looking, its always a sign somethings going down. In this particular case they were filming a movie and sirens were on full blast. It was a party on the street. Kinda cool NYC moment....
9. This week I decided to try out a new look on my nails inspired by my recent bloglovin photo browsing...coral french mani. I am totally into it. 
10. a snap of my favorite flower ever...soft white/light pink tipped roses. so big and beautiful!
enjoy your weekend. xoxox

10 things that rocked my world this week! july 16

1. I love it when art meets fashion. What's better than shopping at Intermix in nyc while checking out the latest art works by my girl Nicole Cohen. Brilliant idea! Her work is so colorful and fabulous, perfect for summer. (you can see some in the background on the walls. good stuff!)

 2. My new journal cover. I absolutely love this quote and the colors and font are so pretty.
 3. I finally learned that I can make my own TheDecorista Icon for my iphone. So, I can easily access my site. Love love love the iphone.
 4. Speaking of love. I had my very first macaroon. Dee-lish. I have always loved the way they look, but I am funny about eating candy colored things. I was pleasantly surprised.
 5. While visiting my girl Jessica's (ID 810) office, I got so inspired by this sorbet inspired wall color palate. pretty pretty pretty.
 6. Empty vintage perfume bottles in the restaurant bathroom. Genius idea, no? So glam.
I suggest every girl do this to their bathroom immediately. 
 7. Neon pink and neon yellow is my color combo of choice this week. Who doesn't just love neon in mid-july right? Exhibit A: the bff's nail polish + sandal combo, incredibly stylish.
 8. Exhibit B: old school ray ban style shades, in neon pink and neon yellow. Best 8$ I could spend this week.

 9. Holy chic-ness. Found these black and white striped magazine holders at Barnes and Nobles. These are perfect for stashing all of my favorite mags. Love!
10. Bringing it back to the old school with Dorothy Draper (the coco chanel of decor, for those of you who don't know her) and Decorating is Fun! This is my ultimate summer read! 
 Bonus: Me sporting my new neon yellow shades. I can't get over how fun these are to wear.
Neon = happiness!

10 things that rocked my world this week! july 16

1. My new hot pink iphone case is the best gift I could have gotten. Thanks to the bestie paige, I am rocking out this summer with a neon "decorista-style" phone. Sometimes it is the little things that make life really bright! I think my girl Sue would agree, no????

 2. My new friend who I call "lee" brought me the prettiest flowers for our housewarming party. There is nothing like pretty flowers from a dear new friend. 
 3. The churches in NYC are so beautiful. I love being in the gorgeous cathedrals with gorgeous stained glass windows and breathtaking architecture. It's one of the many reasons I  LOVE Sundays.
 4. Fell head over heels for this print in a pretty little restaurant in the city. I love love love LOVE. Totally makes me smile.
 5. My Via Spiga python wedges are my new everyday obsession, I could have something python on me at all times and I'd be a happy gal. 

 6. Allow me to introduce you to my new best friend, mr. orange. With the heat of the summer, I need a big jug of water around me at all times. I'm so loving him. 
 7. My new favorite neighborhood shopping indulgence. The Gramercy Project. Soooooooooo cute. 
 8. How I display flowers in my bathroom, this nifty little vase fits perfectly on the toilet tank. Modern, chic and oh so stylin'.
9. This morning, a feather softly floated right out of the sky on to my little table as I was enjoying my morning coffee in the park. I believe that feathers falling on you mean good luck is coming your way. Yay! 
10. This picture of my uncle and I absolutely makes me smile. A...it makes me miss all of my uncles and my amazing family back home in Texas. B. it reminds me of the many many fun Christmas memories our family has. I miss you all so much and I can't wait to see you again this holiday. MWAH! 

10 things that rocked my world this week! july 9

1. Blazers in the summertime. Yes, thats what I love about my week back in California, I got to wear my cute white mini blazer over a cute dress. In NYC that would never happen, I'd be sweatin' something serious. 

 2. Pool time. I am back to my dark skin color, thank goodness. I feel so incomplete without my vitamin D. 
 3. I got the best cards over the weekend while I was visiting my family and friends. My sister asked me to be her maid of honor in the sweetest way...and this card was part of the magic. (the words are too good)
 4. Did I mention that I love palm trees? Well I do, and the very thought of them just brings a smile to my face. I get giddy with happy memories of the laid back vibe of this lovely city.
 5. Beach cruisers, yes this is how to roll around the streets of palm springs. What happens though, is I want shop but can't imagine going back with bags on a bike. Keeps my pocketbook full ;) 
 6. Home made lattes. Yes, I am obsessed with espresso machines lately, that foamy goodness is just made for me. 
 7. The more succulents in my life the better. Went by this adorable venice beach apartment with over 30 different succulents just on the front patio. It was succulent heaven. 
 8. B.Hills. My old stomping grounds. Everything is yellow and white striped and I just love it. Reminds me of Troop Beverly Hills, the movie. A very favorite of mine.
 9. This adorable crochet sign made my heart melt. Very boho, california, 70's chic. Had to have it. 
10. I spotted this gorgeous work of a nude woman holding up her hair. Reminds me of one of my favorite paintings ever. I love the look of beautiful nudes in feminine bathrooms. Very french chic. 

10 things that rocked my world this week! july 2

1. NYC transportation. As I head back to LA this weekend for the holiday, I am assured to remember the greatness of easy transportation. Cabs, buses, subway, town cars, etc. It's really fun to get to a business dinner and dropped off right in front, and then picked up right after. Makes life a little easier.

 2. My neighborhood restaurant Vamos! I love my neighborhood and this fun restaurant has been our go-to place for brunch and dinner. We love it. 
 3. I love orchids and a very sweet friend gave a beautiful one to me as my housewarming gift. Sits perfectly right by my window. As I gaze out at the green and lush view...it looks beautiful!
 4. I drink tea pretty much all day (yogi teas are my favorite) and I am obsessed with this big mug, its the perfect size and vintage cool. 
 5. Mikey, my roommate kelley's dog, is the ultimate best friend. I adore him. 
 6. Cafe Habana in soho is one of my fave places to get brunch with friends, and I love the colors they rock. This window is colorful, bright and happy. I love it. 
 7. Loving this bathroom door covered in collages of fake polaroid pics. Such a fun idea.
 8. Mrs. Meyers cleaning products are my absolute favorite. The geranium scent just rocks my world. It literally makes the entire kitchen smell fresh and clean. I loooooooove it. 
 9. My new dresser. I found it at this amazing antique store and for a steal of a price. The craftsmanship is just beautiful, it sits perfectly in my bedroom and I stare at its beauty and charm every day. Total domestic bliss! 
10. This gorgeous chair has inspired me. I love the red and cream stripes and french lines. PERFECTION!

10 things that rocked my world this week! june 25

 1. Happy Lee Lee! My really really close friends call me "leelee" and when I laugh, I laugh LOUD. They call it "happy lee lee laugh". NYC has been more than enough in terms of work, life, etc. It has been a while since I have had a long, LOUD laugh and this pic captures it. I love that. I've got to remember to laugh more.

2. Red fluff and studs. Flamboyant pillows are just taking my breath away lately. West Elm has some really good gray furry pillows on sale right now. I am contemplating buying them for my new bed. 

 3. Finally visited the new Home Goods on 99th and Columbus. I spotted these love frogs and oh my gosh I just fell in love with them. So funny and cute, they are clearly obsessed with each other. Now, this is the kind of thing that makes me laugh. 
 4. Glitter paper!!!!!! I love craft stores for all the glittery fun goodies. I could be in there for hours on end. No lie.
 5. Swarovski crystal headphones. I would love to be running around town jamming out to these with my favorite tunes, however I might look a wee bit ridiculous. 
 6. An Anna Coroneo kiss print sundress. gotta have this pattern in my life stat. 
 7. Love has got to be my favorite word in the world. Everything about it is just good, good, good. And there is nothing like a metallic love pillow in the bedroom to say it! 
 8. Picking out the perfect paint for our new apartment was very fun. We had out all our decor mags and paint samples galore. I love love love decorating!!!!! 
 9. Since we didn't have internet for our first week in the apartment, we had to hit up our neighborhood library and get online. We got rained in one day and it was the most beautiful office space view EVER! 
 10. Nothing like unpacking your old issues of domino while decorating your new place. Priceless.
BONUS: This last week, my sister, best friend, soul mate, love got engaged!!!!!!!! This literally rocked my entire world, could not be happier for her. talk about life's blissful moments. 

10 things that rocked my world this week! june 18

1. Mel and I on the terrace at the NYC Crave party book launch.  Such an honor to be involved with the women of CRAVE. I really love to be around other young, stylish and savvy and extremely creative business women. Was lovely to meet so many sweet new entrepreneur girl friends.

 2. I'm so bummed this photo is such a blur, but I met with a super charming guy over at House Beautiful and he was rocking some gingham and plaid tie action. It was so dapper, I just loved his swagger.
 3. I finally found my favorite hair salon...Alibi in Soho...hands down the most fun and stylish place to have your hair done. I love love love being in that chair having them play with your hair and they even give you some massage love too!
 4. This mural at my local nail salon literally had me feeling like I was in Italy for a moment. I quickly realized that I am serious need of a European vacation. Sigh.
 5. How cool is the geometric-ness of these handbags? I don't know that I would necessarily carry these bags but I am obsessed with the graphic, futuristic look. Very into it right now. 
 6. A stack of the CRAVE NYC books. Silver, shiny and bright, love them. You all must have a copy. Email me if you want to get your hands on a copy.
 7. Okay, 1 of 2: I am obsessed with everything NEON. 2 of 2: This neon sign place in TriBeCa is absolutely rocking out it. I fall head over heels for anything 80's neon-ish. love.
 8. Gray grasscloth wallpaper + dark gray and silver metallic hexagon patterned plush headboard. Um......YES! 
9. A new favorite moment of life...enjoying the rooftop view (the fact that I spy water is ever so joyful for me...i miss the beach badly!) and listening to THIS song is ranking top on the list. (don't mind the video...its a bit weird)
10. There have been certain people (you know who you are...so thank you!) in the past few weeks who have been such sweet and supportive friends through several life changing events....one of them is Dagny, one of my first blogging friends ever! She is from Norway and she was visiting NYC this last week for her super cool high level job. We finally met in person for the first time. My scandinavian BFF. I love love love her! 

10 things that rocked my world this week! june 10

1. Some of my most inspired moments in life look like this...and someone very very cool captured a photo of it. :)


 2. So I've been shopping for paint colors for the new apartment. Gray is on the map, it's my obsession. I think I am gonna go really dark gray. 
 3. The Barbie install down at a shop in Soho is just rocking my world. Takes me right back to being a young girl again. Too fun.
 4. Morrison Hotel, quite possibly the coolest photography store ever, has the most amazing collection of vintage rock photography. I could sit in there for hours and re live the music memories.
 5. My favorite pattern of the moment. Geometric, graphic, symmetrical goodness all in one.
 6. This amazing metallic gold vase from Dune showroom honestly is my weakness. I need it so bad.
 7. The heat in NYC has me already jones-ing for fall and fabulous fall patterns. These Ralph Lauren plaids are outrageously pretty! 
8. Went hiking in cold springs, new jersey. I needed to get out of the cement jungle and see greenery, mountains and beauty. Makes me miss California oh so much! 
 9. Obsessed with the "arabian nights" feeling I get from this gorgeous pink pillow.
10. the city streets. It's too hot for the subway, I'm in too much of a hurry to wait for a cab. I've been braving these streets with long walks and finally at sunset...i fall more in love with this city.

10 things that rocked my world this week! june 4

1. "you must be true to your own heart, or you will never be happy" ---I have to always be honest with myself. If I wasn't driving myself mad by over working (see above) and too much decorating, I wouldn't be fulfilled.
Other people may try to tell you how you should be...but you should always BE YOU! 


 2. Berry colors make me happy. I also love super textured fabrics. Delicious! 
 3. As I pointed out earlier this week, busts are my favorite right now. So sophisticated and gorgeous. I couldn't possibly go another day without one. 
 4. Love this Beatles song. Love is all you need. Am I right?
 5. The Kardashians store Dash, has the coolest mirrored mannequins in the window. I am kind of obsessed with them. I once went to this bar called "the box" and saw a man in a mirrored suit like this. Super ridiculously cool. 
 6. Oh, Sabon (the soap store) is just decadently indulgent. I love they way the scrub makes my skin feel. Supple, soft and silky. Heaven in a store.
 7. I feel like I am finally a New Yorker...I got robbed (don't ask, way long story). I ended up at a police precinct to file a report. I have never experienced a police precinct before, I felt so CSI...kinda cool.
 8. There is this store on the UWS that has all kinds of "Pretty Woman", 90's type of clothes. I just love their windows. Especially with this fabulous chair and uber chic woman, she has got such swagger! 
 9. Marbelized turquoise ceramic. Definitely!
 10. I have a serious weakness for wood, modern and really uncomfortable looking masculine chairs. Gawsh they are good. I just want to put them somewhere fun.

10 things that rocked my world this week! may 29




1. Meet Alex. My client. People always wonder (I get many emails from you amazing readers) how I manage to get clients. Well, I met alex in the dressing room at Bloomingdales. After a bit of chatting, she let me know she is opening a children's boutique called Piccolini in Nolita (the cutest neighborhood). When I told her about my blog and what I do, she hired me on the spot! We have become such great friends since then...I love empowered girls, we are taking over. 

2. So, here is a pic of our progress. The walls are super chocolate brown, yummy. We are finishing up with white molding throughout and hints of green. Will show more photos as we go.
3. I got a beautiful book in the mail (stay tuned for a great book decor giveaway) and fell in love with the thank you envelope. So pretty and put together. I love those kind of packages in the mail.
4. Oh yeeeeeaaaaah. New York is hot! Like really hot, and from what people keep telling me...it gets hotter! goodness. I have found my ultimate treat for cooling off in the city, Aroma Cafe frozen minty limeade. Delicioso! 
5. Soho street fairs. So rich with pretty colors. gotta love em.
6. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of this pretty cross in lights. There was an altar for St. Anthony in the middle of the city. Never a dull moment walking these streets. 
7. Housing works rocks my world. It's pretty much a wonderful way to spend your day...thrifting. I happen to be obsessed with the book section. 
8. The James hotel rooftop is such a fun little place to cool off after long hot days. It has a gorgeous view, gorgeous pool, and super fun little bar/lounge area with great decor. If my camera (i phone) could take pics in the dark I would have loved it even more.
9. Brunch at Essex. Probably some of the best food I have ever had in my life. AND some of the best people watching ever. good times.
and 
10. Last but not least. This video absolutely ROCKED MY WORLD THIS WEEK! Enjoy!

10 things that rocked my world this week! BlogFest2011

1. Oh blogfest 2011 was such a great time. I especially loved meeting my fellow bloggers (in photo: madebygirl, thezhush, studioten25, hellosplendor and me), such great friendships were made this week. Super duper fun!

 2. I love girls who love jewelry. This came out of a tiny little package, banging out the bling for all the girls in the hotel.
 3. This chair I saw at one of the showrooms, killed me softly. I fell instantly for the juicy brown leather-ness. Mmm.
 4. If you have ever been to beauty and essex on the lower east side then you know this fabulous blue wall. I fell in love with this vintage shop/bar/restaurant. Oh my goodness, the decor in this place blew my mind. 
 5. Mostbangin'est is hands down my favorite dj ever. His music and mixes are bangin'. I loved hearing his music this weekend. 
 6. Okay, seriously, bloggers are the best! I had so much fun getting girl time in with these gorgeous and fun ladies. (in photo: sketch42, me, knightmoves, life.style, kellylmoore, elements of style) Girls, I seriously adore you!!!!
 7. Most of you will recognize these faces. None other than the people who will be dominating our design field in major ways! Can't wait for fun collaborations.
 8. The penthouse at 6 Columbus is seriously UHmazing! Wow, I just reveled in the sweetness...and the delicious bed. So relaxing!
 9. The caramel popcorn at the restaurant in the ACE hotel is killer. Such yummy goodness and in the most adorable little packaging.
10. Had such a fabulous dinner at Dos Caminos Soho with blog buddies Studio M (michelle + eric are my favorite) and Jonathan Legate. LOVED! 

10 things that rocked my world this week! may 14

1. I swear, blog friends are the BEST friends. My super beautiful and talented (and super twinsy) Crystal came out to NYC for a quick jaunt and we enjoyed the most beautiful restaurant garden, Barolo in Soho...and a few more incredibly fun places that are to be kept a little secret. It was a fun girlie blast! 

2. Luckily, we snapped a photo with another adorable cute blogger, Shauni, we love her! 
(Casa Sugar's Julia was also in the house and miss Erika of BLB was on speakerphone, it was a blog love fest!)
 3. Oh I am so thankful for these Kombucha tea's at whole foods. They are super yummy (it takes a little getting used to the weird taste) and supremely good for. You know as you drink it, its doing something GREAT in your body! Try them. gingerade is the best.
 4. Went shopping in the West Village again, i'm slightly addicted, and I stopped by this uber hip showroom full of gorgeous and bright glassware. I couldn't resist snapping a pic bc it reminds me of my favorite store in Palm Springs. Love it.
5. Street fairs are in full effect on the streets of Soho in spring. Loving them and loving the beautiful necklaces displayed on mirrors. Clever idea. 
 6. Have you guys ever tried the Brunette (nutella-ish) cream at Le Pain Quotedien? If not, please do, it's AMAZINGLY DELICOUS! 
 7. Have fallen in love with this gorgeous stroller that we are using on a project in Nolita. I can just imagine being a super hip NYC momma, strolling the seats with this gorgeous number.
 8. Okay, this week it seems like a lot of food, but NYC is packed with the most delicious treats in the world. I had a spinach, tomato and pesto crepe......oh my goodness.
9. The Patricia Field showroom (the stylist from Sex and The City) is flawless and her windows are so completely stylish and avant garde, I probably sat there for a good 15 minutes studying her set design. Genius.
10. I saw this amazing artwork by Sophie Staerk and recognized this room right away. It's of a project by Woodson and Rummerfield of Christina Aguilera's house. As I'm sure most of you would imagine, I became emotionally attached to the photo. so beautiful! 

10 things that rocked my world this week! may 7

1. Blue! I have been rocking this cute little blue dress everywhere. It's such a bright and fun color, I suggest everyone wear some pretty blue this spring!

 2. The Rooftop at the Empire Hotel is fabulous and oh so swanky. Went to a great art event there this week and it definitely is a great spot to people watch and the view is incredible.
3. My very first girlfriend in NYC, Anna Coroneo! She is such a fabulous and talented artist, I love her and this "I LOVE" print she has done... I am obsessed! 
4. This city has bookstores everywhere and I LOVE it. I can sit for hours just devouring interior design books. I love love love spending days just feeding myself design.
5. Went to Times Square Church this week and was absolutely blown away by the interior. It's in an old opera house and the place is just stunning! 
6. The west village has the best random little shops that are oh so delightful. Found this store with a window full of vintage and antique clocks. They were so incredibly detailed and beautiful. 
7. A very sweet girlfriend and I decided to attend a taping of the Nate Berkus show, just to see what it was all about. Definitely interesting...got a 25$ Lowes gift card out of it.
gotta LOVE that.
8. I love everything about my mexican culture (I'm Mexican, Hungarian and Spanish). The music, the food, the celebrating. So, Cinco de Mayo was my favorite day of the week. I went to a beautiful restaurant with these gorgeous sparkling lights and beautiful starry light fixtures. Made me feel like I was in mexico at the beach...
(dreaming of Mexico always).
9. These black and white cookies are everywhere and I finally indulged and tried one...as Rachel Ray would say "yum-o!"
10. To go right along with my little indulgences, I have been doing Bikram Yoga at this amazing studio in Union Square. I am seriously in love with it, has rocked my body out.
bye, bye toxins. 

10 things that rocked my world this week! april 30

1. Had a blast at the Ralph Lauren party with one of my favorite New Yorkers, Melanie. 
(Yes, I am carrying my DECORISTA tote bags from Luxury Monograms, i'm obsessed with it.)


2. I found this lovely quote in Charlotte Moss's new book and my heart skipped a beat because this quote    reminds me of the birth of my blog.
3. I am currently living downtown nyc, near the sea port and I have been going for runs by the water and the beautiful bridges every morning. It's heavenly.
4. I have decided that leopard print china is my new signature dining look. Loves.
5. Dessert for breakfast is the way I think I am going to spend the rest of my life. Berries and cinnamon are such a yummy combo!
6. Almost everywhere I go in the city has the most amazing + grandiose chandeliers...I can't help but snap photos of them, they are my favorite things in the world!
7. Rooftop brunches in the city are absolutely the best way to spend the weekends. 
8. Oh yes...rooftop lounging means sunny weather and that means flip flop time. I am so excited to get some sunshine in my life, you have NO idea!
9. Oh. my. word. I am so thankful that Skype was ever invented. Being so far away from my family is hard and lately we have all been skype-ing and I am loving it. Grandma thinks its the coolest thing in the world, love her. 
10. I mean, come on. The royal wedding. I had to add it. This was absolutely the highlight of my week. I  have been watching everything Will + Kate. They have the best love story, I just am living vicariously through them. And of course that dress.....sigh!

10 things that rocked my world this week! april 23

1. Everything about the iphone rocks and I learn so every single day. I have recently fallen for Red Stamp, the app for sweet photo card messages. So lovely, and its free! 

2. NYC has the most lovely apartments. This one in particular has such style. I love the matching frames on the wall and the mirrored pillow. Genius!
3. I attended a birthday party for a super fabulous artist at the Jade buildling (a building designed by Jade Jagger...super chic). It was such a stylish soiree, fashion bloggers and trend setters galore. The balloons reminded me of happy birthday memories. Jadore!
4. I went strolling through Chelsea the other day with my cousin and the puppy and I spotted the most fabulous flowers everywhere. I love the fact that spring has arrived and the flowers all over the city are in full force. It's so fun to see. 
5. Found my new favorite restaurant in the city (at least for now). Room Service, its a thai restaurant in Hell's Kitchen area. The decor was to die for! Literally. There was a huge crystal chandelier encased in glass in the middle of the restaurant. AMAZING!
6. Again, the Kate Spade stores really make me happy and I was dying over the fabulous rose wallpaper.  It's inspiring me for a new project and the mood board is in the works. This will be on it for sure!
7. It's awesome when you choose a fabric for a client, and use it in their home and they second guess it at first. Then all of a sudden its published in House Beautiful and then they love it! Too funny.
8. I love the downtown wall street area, its very European and gorgeous. I fell instantly for these gold geometric statues down on the sidewalk. Total decorista inspiration.
9. Brooklyn in the house. I love shopping down there and love these animal heads I found even more. Needing. Wanting. Loving. them!
10. I keep thinking about the hot pink pup I saw at the pet store. If The Decorista could have a mascot, I think this would be it. lol.

10 things that rocked my world this week! april 16

 1. Had a wonderful Monday on set styling a shoot. The most fabulous film crew came out for the day...have to give them a shout out, they rock!

 2. Probably my new favorite little lounge-y hotel in the city, The Jane...had a great time catching up with some girlfriends. 
 3. Ran into Kim Kardashian after lunch at The London Hotel. Loved her outfit, (I was wearing the exact same jacket) and her hair was oh so perfect on a super rainy day. I was totally jealous!
 4. On the one day of great weather this week, I hit the local outdoor market. It was mildly hot and the watermelon was the perfect anecdote. So juicy! 
 5. Got a brand new MacBook Pro, my macbook just wasn't cutting it. Kinda feels like Christmas morning all over again. Goodbye Missy, Hello Madison! 
(yes, I am so the type that names my electronics)
 6. At the fabulous Trad Home launch party, I got the meet the fabulous Camilla of Effortless Style Blog. We had so much fun chatting and talking shop, I didn't want to leave her! 
 7. Okay, picture this...dark steel gray wall + bright orange juju hat and velvet wingback chair + gorgeous gold accessories. Seriously my new obsession, such a striking color combo!
 8. Another shopping spree at Michael Kors. I think I might morph into a MK ad any minute now. So classic and chic. This week, I have been rocking my MK trench + gold MK loafers almost everyday. What in the world has NYC done to me?
 9. My blinged out iphone cover gets more attention than a small dog in a sweater. I have such a crush on its ghetto fabulous-ness!
10. Reason #632 why I love living in New York City, 41 Madison. I got to see the most fabulous china this week at the tabletop show. Wow. I wanted it all. 

10 things that rocked my world this week! april 9

photo: belathee photography
1. I am in the process of updating my website (lots of fun things in the works) and I had some professional shots taken. LOVE how this photo captures me and New York City...my latest love affair. 

2. My favorite thing about my new city...running at central park! Uh-MAZE-ing!
3. In preparation for my styling gig this week, we headed over to M & J Trimmings, my new obsession. That place has every single thing you could ever want to accessorize or style with. 
4. The design on the new Voluspa candle line absolutely inspires me. I love this fan/scalloped/metallic pink print. Stunning and so very Decorista.

5. The day of the styling photoshoot was insane...and the view from the studio was incredibly gorgeous. 
6. I could not get enough of all the props. Our prop table was absolutely deelish! 

7. I'm slightly addicted to Yogi tea, my favorite is the ginger detox. Each tea bag has a pearl of wisdom attached and this was my favorite one of the box this week. 
8. Um, my new favorite restaurant in nyc. The mercer kitchen is soooo yummy! If you ever visit this city, you must try it out. 
9. Have been searching for the perfect vanity for my Gramercy Park client. I was shocked to find a super cute and affordable one at Pier 1. Who would've guessed it?!
10. Every decorista needs a great tote bag...don't you think???

10 things that rocked my world this week! april 2

1. My benjamin moore fan deck. It has come in handy more often than not lately and I am slightly obsessed with playing around with it. It helps me stay on track with my thoughts, surprisingly enough.

2. Leaving LA at Sunset provided the most perfect farewell drive to the airport. I absolutely loved it. 
3. Working on something really exciting and this was my favorite "vibe tray" as Kelly Wearstler calls it. It's for a crazy cool ad campaign. Think exotic, colorful and luxurious!  
4. Love that I ran into my favorite OC housewife at my church. Her entire family is absolutely adorable. 
5. Held interviews for assistants yesterday and this Michael Kors python ipad case was the perfect accessory! I am all about making business look very, very stylish.
6. How gorgeous are these bright red strawberries and gold scalloped plates? Mega color inspiration!
7. Shh! Don't tell the Lakers, but I have thoroughly been enjoying the world of the NY Knicks. 
8. I have been loving my favorite beauty buys and their gorgeous packaging with pretty colors and feminine style. Such a treat to indulge in the goodness of beauty products. 
9. This stack of books has been an integral part of my research for this upcoming photo shoot. Packed full of colorful shots, decorating ideas and stylish inspiration. I love love love coffee table books. 
10. I'm crazy about this collage that one of my potential assistants brought to me along with her resume. All about having drive and reaching for your dreams. I love seeing when people get creative!