White Out

White is one of my favorite colors. It's endlessly fresh and crisp. I love wearing and decorating with it year-round, but there's something especially satisfying about it when the weather is warm. That's got to be one of the reasons white looks so good in this California home, featured in Architectural Digest. I'm digging the mod sixties flair of the place, too.

Photos from here. 

San Diego

We had a lovely time in San Diego over the long Memorial Day weekend. We spent a fun but chilly day at the San Diego Zoo and went out for Mexican food with some dear friends that night. We visited Ocean Beach one morning and went to a fun rehearsal-dinner cookout at Coronado Beach in the afternoon. And my friend's wedding was held at the Lafayette Hotel & Swim Club, which had a cool, Old Hollywood vide (with quotes from Ava Gardner, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor and other stars featured alongside room numbers). And the wedding was fantastic, from my friend's gorgeous dress to all the dancing we did at the reception. We hope to come back again soon!

Photos by me. 

California Dreaming

Today, my husband and I head to San Diego for the long Memorial Day weekend. One of my dearest friends is getting married and I get to be a bridesmaid in her wedding. While we're in there, we're also going to see some other friends and spend time at the ocean. I can't wait!

Have a fantastic weekend!

Photo from here. 

Just Beachy

When it comes to interior design, I'm typically not drawn to beachy or shabby-chic style. I like things more streamlined and tailored. Yet I'm digging this Santa Barbara beach cottage featured on Apartment Therapy. It's so sunny and natural but also really feminine and cool. Have a peek:

Photos from here. 

Still Dreaming

Well, we're back home from our trip, but my mind has decided to stay in California. I keep playing back the loveliness of San Francisco, whether we spent the day in chilly fog or crisp sunshine. And I am mentally returning to the fun and warmth and gorgeous scenery of Napa. 

I wish I were a better photographer and I am in need of a nicer camera, but here are a few of the scenes we got to enjoy last week. 

Photos by me.