Swooning over Dedon

Timeless classics in outdoor furniture, by none other than German outdoor fibre weavers Dedon.

Happy 20th anniversary, Dedon!

Dedon furniture is crafted to be waterproof. It's worth the investment, wouldn't you say?

Yin chaise longue

Summer cloud beach chair

Orbit loveseat with canopy

Slim triangle table

Daydream four post bed

Images courtesy of studio b, where Dedon furniture is available for your triumphant acquisition.

Children’s Gifts: Ovale Paris

Ovale: Boulevard Saint Germain, Paris

Ovale, the brain child of designers Gilles Neveu and Vladimir Flabert, houses some of the most cuddliest toys, softest clothes, simplest jewelry, and prettiest silver gifts for babies and children. This unique, minimalist brand carries many items which make gift-giving memorable and unique.

Clothes neatly hung in a row at Ovale, Paris

Browse Ovale’s current collection by clicking here.

Images by Jordana.

Love My Warby Parker's

Warby Parker is my new love interest. I’m proud to tell everyone!

Warby Parker logo

While in New York last month I visited the Warby Parker studio, tried on many fabulous pairs of eyeglasses, and placed an order for two pairs. Within two weeks they arrived and are now sitting pretty on my face.

I purchased the Thompson in Crystal Matte (below) and the Striped Tortoise Zaggs. I feel so hip!

Thompson in Crystal Matte, Warby Parker

Not only are the frames fabulously chic, but the price is unbeatable. I have a very strong prescription and always hate forking over hundreds of dollars for stylish frames. At Warby Parker high-quality frames and lenses are completely affordable (I spent just over $100 for each pair of eyeglasses and I have a very very high prescription). Want more good news? For every pair you buy, Warby Parker gives a pair to someone in need. Incredible, right?

If you’re unable to get to Warby Parker in person in San Francisco or New York City, not to worry. You can use the website’s virtual try-on feature or take advantage of the home-try on option (WP currently only ships to the US).

I can’t say enough about my Warby Parker experience. From the moment I walked into the bright, white, spacious New York office to to the day I received my new specs, I have been impressed with the work ethic, the quality and the attention to service and detail from this company. I’m definitely looking forward to more visits and more purchases in the future (hopefully a red pair will be in stock soon hint hint).

p.s. I’m still thinking about the orange Coltons but I’m still hesitant to introduce orange into my life. Thoughts?

Photos courtesy of Warby Parker.

The Friday Five: Fred Flare

Fred Flare is an online store that carries some of the most unusual, quirky and fun products. Today I’m happy to feature five white items from the current collection at Fred Flare.

Nintendo Wii gum, $6, Fred Flare

Book: The Geometry of Pasta, $25.95, Fred Flare

Table saw cake cutter, $11, Fred Flare

Sparrow salt & pepper shakers, $14, Fred Flare

Short stacked demitasse set, $30, Fred Flare

p.s. I didn’t feature it in this post but the first item I ever bought from Fred Flare was the lipstick ballpoint pen and it is still in stock after all of these years! My most favourite Fred Flare item is this Holly GoNightly sleep mask – I use it nightly and it works like a charm!

Images courtesy of Fred Flare.