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  • Current creative endeavor, chain link scarves. Sold on Etsy. [click on image]
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    Reviews of Savannah and beyond.
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  • Amy Sedaris
    If you don't know who she is I'm not about to tell you.
  • Dame Edna
    "Talking of Laura Bush I hear that she has removed all paintings from the White House which are not by American artists. Is that meant to make her seem patriotic, artistic or both? Could foreign paintings be a threat to national security? I wonder who advised her as to which were American and which were not? Or indeed which were paintings."
  • The Trachtenburg Family Slideshow Players
  • Dita Von Teese
    The Burlesque performer, fetish star and model.
  • Johnny Weir
    Figure skating superstar.

Lighten up, it's just fashion

  • Old Soul New Heart
  • Rachel Zoe
  • La Femme
  • Far Too Cute
    Vintage clothing and accessories.

  • Kate Spade
  • Jamie Joseph
    Aren't sure what to buy me for my Birthday, Christmas, Presidents Day? How about ANYTHING by Jamie Joseph.

  • Austin Scarlett
  • Elsie Katz Couture
    "Elsie Katz Couture, designed by Donna H. Baxter, features vintage-inspired feminine & whimsical designs made out of luxurious fabrics in bold colors. Donna named the collection after her grandmother, Elsie Katz, who believed in pink marabou boas & sparkly tiaras for everyday."
  • enokiworld
    Vintage clothing.

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Remember that the most beautiful things in the world are the most useless; peacocks and lilies, for example. John Ruskin

Waldorf Astoria 2010 053 
It's no secret, upon entering my current abode, that I'm a fan of peacocks. I adore peacock imagery in all forms, even when their likeness is deconstructed and barely evident. On a trip to Disney World last May we stayed at the Hilton, which was connected to the neighboring hotel The Waldorf Astoria. This Waldorf Astoria happens to be the only other Waldorf aside from the original in NYC. Why they selected Orlando for a second venue, I'll never know. We made our way over to the Waldorf for breakfast one morning, traipsing through the bar on our way to our poolside table. What appeared before me on the floor of the bar, thrilled me to no end. A peacock carpet as far as the eye can see. Have you ever? And thus begins the sharing of my obsession with peacocks and the oftentime odd places I've managed to discover their likeness.

October 21, 2010 in Design, Leisure, Peacocks, Travel | | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

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  • "And along came pretty little May! May was full of promises, But she didn't keep 'em quick enough for some, And a crowd of Doubtin' Thomases Was predictin' that the summer'd never come." Rodgers & Hammerstein

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W-ash-ing-ton, baby (Bellingham)


  • The time in Bellingham, Washington.
  • Artisan Sweets
  • Persnickity Designs
    Fabulous handcrafted handbags and accessories.
  • The Paperdoll
    Accessories to doll it up.
  • Fairhaven
    Your guide to everything happening on the south side.
  • Nightlight
    Shows + Cocktails.

  • Western Washington University
  • Film is Truth 24 Times a Second
    "Film is Truth 24 Times a Second is a locally owned and operated VHS & DVD rental store in Bellingham, Washington. Although we have a little bit of everything, we specialize in foreign films, independent movies, arthouse films, and documentaries."
  • Village Books
    "Village Books is a community-based, independent bookstore located in the Historic Fairhaven district of Bellingham, Washington."
  • La Fiamma
    Wood fire pizza.

Berkeley

  • Twenty Two Shoes
    Shoe boutique in Rockridge.
  • Amoeba Music
  • Festoon Salon
  • Antiques By The Bay
    "Alameda Point Antiques and Collectibles Faire, Northern Californiaís largest antiques and collectibles show."
  • The Claremont Resort & Spa
    Opening in 1915, The Claremont Resort & Spa gained a reputation as a retreat for wealthy San Franciscans to escape the fog on “the sunny side of the Bay.”
  • Elmwood
    Virtual tour of my old neighborhood.
  • Cody's Books
  • Ellington & French
  • Scharffen Berger
    "At Scharffen Berger, we are first-tier chocolate manufacturers. That means we execute every step of the manufacturing process, from sourcing the beans to molding the bars. We pay close attention to every step along the way, never taking shortcuts. The result is evident in every bite."
  • Cheese Board
    Sensational cheese, bread and most of all pizza.
  • Cafe Fanny
    "Bringing a deliciously sensible touch of Europe to Berkeley, Alice Waters' Café Fanny is situated on a busy street corner between a baker and a wine merchant, serving bread from one and wine from the other."
  • Jimmy Bean's
  • César
    Q: What do you get when you cross Spanish food, a French name and American restaurateurs? A: Cesar
  • Chez Panisse
    "Chez Panisse opened its doors in 1971, started by Alice Waters and an assortment of idealistic friends. A neighborhood bistro named after a character in Marcel Pagnol's 1930's trilogy of movies (‘Marius,’ ‘Fanny,’ and ‘Cesar’), the Restaurant and Café are a homage to the sentiment, comedy and informality of these classic films."
  • Kirala Japanese Cuisine
    "Unbeatably the best Japanese food in the East Bay"
  • Ajanta Restaurant
    "Offering creative dishes from various regions of India."
  • Dona Tomas
    "Dona Tomas serves authentic regional and exotic food from all over Mexico in an atmosphere that could either transport you to your favorite up-scale restaurant in Mexico City or to a humble market stand that serves the best carnitas you have ever had in steaming homemade tortillas. Dona Tomas is elegant, simple, and comfortable."

Savannah


  • The time in Savannah, Georgia. Just in case you were wondering.
  • Green Drinks Savannah
  • Argyll & Jasper Antiques
  • See Jane
    A modern apothecary.
  • The Savannah Bee Co.
  • Architectural Tours of Savannah
    "Jonathan Stalcup, a graduate of SCAD with a Master of Architecture, draws on that and his experience as a Savannah resident to weave the richness of the city's architectural heritage into its cultural and economic history."
  • Back in the Day Bakery
    "We believe that good food is one of life's pleasures and people instinctively know when a homespun baked good hits their tongue. We pour a tablespoon of talent and a pinch of our love into everything we make."
  • Mansion on Forsyth Park
    Overlooking historic Forsyth Park, this new luxury hotel, housed in a historic Victorian Georgian Mansion, is also home to 700 Drayton Restaurant, Casimir’s cocktail lounge, Carriage Wine Cellar and 700 Kitchen Cooking School.
  • The Paris Market & Brocante
    This 5400 square foot luxury, trendsetting, boutique embodies the international jet-setting lifestyle. Antique crystal pendant chandeliers dress the windows and just beyond, salvaged European architectural treasures, luxe Parisian textiles and a charming French-inspired patisserie creates an enchanting environment that piques the curiosity of all who pass by.
  • @ Home Vintage General
    Owner Liz Demos, an art history graduate of SCAD, fills her store with an eclectic mix of goods – including pretty ribbons, antique lace, children’s toys, linens, books, kitchen tools and ceramics.
  • Madame Chrysanthemum
    The only floral design boutique in the downtown district. Owned by a SCAD graduate.
  • Shop SCAD
    ShopSCAD is a unique gallery store that exclusively features the artwork and designs of students, faculty, staff and alumni of the Savannah College of Art and Design.
  • Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah Blogs

Travel

  • Luxury Spa Hotels
    Travel Intelligence offer a selection of the world’s finest spa hotels as part of their collection of luxury & boutique hotels
  • Mr & Mrs Smith
    Boutique Hotel Directory
  • Luxury Nile Cruise
  • Betseyville!
  • eat.shop.guides
    Kaie Wellman's guide books offer interesting eating and shopping suggestions for cities throughout the United States and Canada.
  • Hotel San Jose
  • Welcome to The Shady Dell in Bisbee, Arizona
    "The Shady Dell began its history in 1927, providing trailer and camping spaces to travelers of Hwy. 80, which stretched from San Diego, California to Savannah, Georgia. Today, the Shady Dell is a combination of the traditional and unique. Part of the park is equipped with full RV hookups for the modern day traveler, while the other part is a step back in time. A sleek lineup of vintage aluminum travel trailers is available for overnight or weekly rental."
  • Kate's Lazy Meadow
  • Expatica
    Living in, moving to, or working in France.
  • Airtroductions
    "Whether you’re looking for a date in Los Angeles, a business networking partner in Tokyo, or just someone to share a cab from Kennedy to Midtown, look no further. You’ve found AirTroductions."

The Big Easy

Architecture

Interior Design

Decor

  • Flickr:
    The The Domino Magazine Files Pool
  • Twenty Gauge
    Vintage steel furniture.
  • Glassybaby Forever
    "A glassybaby is physically a small, colored, glass cup, candleholder, or vase. But the light of a candle coming through a glassybaby generates more; it gives warmth to a cold day, a calm token of peace in the busy world."

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