Design: Lune 1860

April 21, 2021 | 1 Commentary

In a recent issue of Nuvo, this picture caught my attention and enticed me to read the adjacent article.

I like the table’s length and slim lines and the curve of the unusual light fixture. After reading the article, I learned that this place – Lune 1860 – is in Goderich, which is relatively close to the Waterloo region, and is a place I’ve been to several times in the last couple of years.

Lune 1860 is an event space in a 160-year old country house. It was founded by Lisa Mok, a Toronto-based creative director and graphic designer.

photos by Niamh Barry for Lune 1860

Fashion: White Kaftans for Summer

April 19, 2021 | Leave a Reply

Even though we’ve had hail/snow in Waterloo recently, and we’re in a lockdown, it doesn’t mean that I’m going to stop dreaming of summer days and lounging on the beach or by the pool. An essential fashion item for this summer (and every summer?) may just be the easy-breezy kaftan. Do you agree?

Unfortunately, most of the ones that I like at the moment are pricey, so I have to keep my eyes open for more affordable options (two included below).

*Odyssee kaftan, $137USD (on sale); La Vie Stylehouse kaftan, $650USD; Su Paris cotton-muslin kaftan, $430USD; kaftan, $29.99USD; Old Navy kaftan, $44.99CAD; Melissa Odabash kaftan, $260USD*

Design: The Great Outdoors

April 16, 2021 | Leave a Reply

We had a few wonderful summer-like days over the last couple of weeks (interspersed with rainy, cold April days), which seemed to put everyone in a happier-than-usual mood (on account of Ontario’s 3rd lockdown currently in place until at least the end of April…ugh!). The trails were busy with walkers, joggers, and cyclists, and it felt great to get some real vitamin D!

I’m eager for outdoor living and entertaining this summer. (Yes, back to entertaining…I’m thinking positively!) I’m thinking casual gatherings with easy food and drinks. I want to be outdoors and maskless with friends enjoying good food, music, and games. I want people to feel comfortable to come inside to use the bathroom or to grab another drink. It’s not too much to ask after 1+ years of lockdown, right? Right?!

What do I need for outdoor entertaining? While I take stock of my current inventory of furniture, tableware, and games, I’ll also look around the online marketplace to see what’s new and fun.

*Chapters Indigo: wine goblets, $24.50CAD; orb LED lantern, $24.50CAD; octagonal firepit, $989CAD; outdoor stool, $249.50CAD sunbrella pouf, $99.50CAD*

*Hauser: firepit and cover, $2889CAD; firebowl, $1459CAD; air xl arm chair, $149CAD; lake chair, $489CAD; bayfield teak folding chair, $499CAD*

*Crate & Barrel: melamine platter, $24.95CAD; melamine dinnerware, $10.95+CAD; bocce, $219CAD; 2-in-1 bean bag toss, $209CAD; dining chair, $449CAD; acrylic glass, $7.95CAD*

Marketplace: Toss Designs

April 14, 2021 | Leave a Reply

I need this champagne nightshirt for my next birthday!

Look at the other cute products from San Francisco-based Toss Designs.

*pink truck champagne nightshirt, $76USD*

If anyone knows how/where to get these items (especially the champagne pyjamas) in Canada, please share!

Marketplace: Terrain Home Goods

April 12, 2021 | Leave a Reply

I enjoy browsing the beautiful items offered at Terrain, which is an America home goods (and plants and beauty) store part of the Anthropologie family. This ruffle marble bowl caught my eye on my recent browsing adventure, so I had to take a moment to see what else was in stock. Here are some favourites.

I really just look at Terrain from afar since it’s in the US. Have you ever bought anything from Terrain?

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