California
4.01.2008
Santa Barbara magazine is a bi-monthly treat for me. Though I've never been to Santa Barbara, California ..... I think the lifestyle appeals to the flower child in me. While looking through the April/May issue, I was inspired to share a bit of the colorful, lived-in, California look. Above~~ the Spanish influence from Ann James & Associates.
Mecox is a direct importer of European antiques and accessories with locations throughout the country, including a California location. Great-looking examples of the old original painted furniture so "in" today....... buyers will pay a premium for the real deal .
Mecox offers this bergere chair with painted wood frame ....
The mauve and gray makes a KNOCK-OUT combination that would work with almost any interior. Notice the top is left natural and the intricately-carved wood is painted.
Mecox Southampton
Mecox Dallas location is home for now to this old work cabinet.
A dusty red goes high-gloss in Drew Barrymore's office, courtesy of Domino.
California-based Kathryn Ireland , known for her mix of colorful patterns and textures, typifies the lived-in European country look Californians are so fond of .
Friends gather togethor on the designer's patio....... (say hi to Mary E. ).
Finally, the same charming look can happen with painted pieces.
One last thing....... don't be caught off guard today ~ April Fool's Day. Originating in France in 1582, the holiday is now celebrated throughout many countries prompting gags like the old fashioned "fool's errand" (wild goose chase) ~ among other things. Watch your back .........
I love that color pink in the top photo AND Chubby is adorable!
Thanks, Anne. Chubby is a mop, but we L O V E him!
Michelle