another wonderful and long-running independent design magazine is rue. they featured my home, gosh, it must be almost ten years ago and they’re still sharing incredible and inspiring home tours. this time around it’s one of my favorite designers, lifestyle brand and authors, erica tanov. her beautiful 1926 Mediterranean-style house is located in the Berkeley Hills and i’ve seen small glimpses of it before and also follow her on instagram but this home tour shared much more than i’ve seen before and i was instantly charmed — and it also got me thinking, ‘hmmm, do i need more color at home?’. i love her eclectic, bohemian vibe and the warm and cozy home she’s created. erica tanov is also another small shop we can support, so do make a visit to her online shop while her brick and mortar shops are closed. you might also love her book, Design by Nature: Creating Layered, Lived-in Spaces Inspired by the Natural World. and visit rue for a look at the full tour here.

• photography by Richard Powers for rue.

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picnicking — the all American pastime. i love a good picnic, and half the fun is in the preparation. now normally, a picnic is a packed up meal enjoyed outdoors, often as part of an adventure, ideally in scenic surroundings, such as the beach at sunset, a road trip, or even a drive-in movie theater (remember those? the absolute best!). but unless you have access to a park or open beach or lake, why not just enjoy an at-home picnic? even if you haven’t an outdoor space or perhaps a rooftop, go all out inside — spread out some colorful blankets and pillows, literally pack the picnic basket, chill the wine and get out your best picnic recipes — tuna niçoise salad sandwiches (my favorite sandwich ever — just dish it all up and scoop out a rustic bread loaf and drop it in!), deviled eggs, potato salad, fresh fruit, a charcuterie platter — i’m getting hungry just thinking about it! i’ll bet there’s more fun in it than you might think for you and your significant others, and if you’ve got kids, they’ll probably love it. even on my own here i’ve been eating outside as much as possible and it’s lovely! i’ve gathered up some pretty picnicking gear, and some inspiration for you. cheers to making the most of being stuck!

clockwise, l to r: picnic spread by @oliwiapakosz; picnic basket by babyccino kids; terrain Nordic Cotton Quilt in Baroque; terrain Seagrass Wine Carrier; Anthropologie Blockprint Bamboo Melamine Dinner Plate; charcuterie platter by hither and thither; Anthropologie Woven Nayland Throw Blanket; Anthropologie Nathalie Lete Titania Dessert Plate; picnic wine by broma bakery; Anthropologie Wicker Picnic Basket; fruit spread by style me pretty; terrain Seagrass Glasses + Caddy.

clockwise, l to r: making lemonade by @workshoptheboutique; JENNI KAYNE Rattan Picnic Carafe & glasses; dining outdoor by our food stories; crate & barrel Leather-Handled Picnic Basket; crate & barrel white picnic cooler; daybed picnic by @__s____o; burke decor Bauhaus Dessert Plate Set by Odeme; cocktail via @sukoustudios; serena & lily Beachside Serving Board; Anthropologie Leona Placemat with fringe; serena & lily beachside wood serving bowls; st. frank FRAZADA CLXX BLANKET; pretty picnic table by @missmaggieskitchen; Anthropologie Marie Dip-Dyed Market Bag.

• all other photography credits in order of appearance: our food stories; gal meets glam; style me pretty; our food stories; @timlabenda; @calihformula on twitter; gal meets glam.

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back when we traveled (sigh) whenever i’d see someone galavanting around mexico city i’d get major FOMO. this place is very high up on my list of must-visits and now that i’ve discovered rosetta i want to go pronto-like. the food looks extraordinary and the lush, garden ambiance just so inviting. located in a charming old house in the Roma neighborhood, its cuisine is based on a deep respect for the Mexican ingredient — their Ravioles de ricotta, limón amarillo y tomillo limón are calling my name! everything on the menu sounds mouthwatering and lucky for us, they even have a beautiful cookbook! we’re going comfy casual, but chic this time around, with a stunning kimono jacket in case the mexico city evenings get cool, over a classic black tank paired with skinny legging pants, and to dress it up a bit we’ll add some sexy slides. on the plane ride, i suggest reading Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia to get you in the mood — with twists and turns on the classic gothic horror story that takes place in a haunted house in the Mexican countryside.

wear this there: priory green and gold quilted Jacket; Nili Lotan black Coana Top; cos SKINNY LEGGING PANTS; free people Natasha Puffy Mule Heels; gorjana Power Gemstone Bracelet for Protection in black onyx; read this there Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia; Sanctuary Organic Cotton Ear Loop Reusable Face Mask; free people Take It Easy Sling bag; clare v. coin purse in Fern Miró Snake; cos link necklace; anthropologie Topanga Aviator Sunglasses.

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i’m back and i want to thank all of you for your patience and most importantly for the kind and loving words you shared with me. i know lucy would appreciate them too. all too many of us can relate to losing a pet, but that simply means we were fortunate enough to love one deeply too. so, again, my heartfelt thank you for all the support — it really helps me get through missing her. so, here we are with the changing of the clocks (why again do we do that again?). so it’s spring forward so to speak — which i actually love because daylight savings time gives us all a fresh start and a little more time outdoors. and the time change perhaps also signals a time to bring a bit of the outdoors in — adding fresh flowers to your rooms and swapping out warm wintery hues with fresh white light. it’s an easy fix to give your place a spring makeover — and let all that lovely sunlight in. here are some spring looks to give you a bit of inspiration, and more ideas on that to come this week.

• photo credits in order of appearance: liseanne frankfurt’s pink chair via the coveteur; bedroom via stadshem; painting from bon tucson; by fryd via decor8; crochet baskets by maillo design; painted radiator via bolig; crocheted quilt by Susanna Vento; geraniums at the apartment dk by sfgirlbybay; pink chairs via fantastic frank; shutterbug via strawberry coeur; fantastic frank; flowers on mantel the blue hour; by fryd via decor8; vase by lobster & swan; lush bedroom view by pablo veiga photography; flowers by beth kirby; penny farthing’s A Haze So Angelic print; potted geraniums via rum hemma; mod chair via THE SOCIALITE FAMILY.

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picnicking — the all-American pastime. i love a good picnic, and half the fun is in the preparation — i mean who doesn’t get romantic, nostalgic feelings from a vintage picnic basket? now that we’re vaccinated and able to have more freedom, what better time for a picnic? either in your own backyard with a few good friends, or a picnic packed-up and enjoyed outdoors, often as part of an adventure, ideally in scenic surroundings, such as the beach at sunset, a road trip, or even a drive-in movie theater (remember those? the absolute best!). and if you don’t have access to a park or open beach or lake, why not just enjoy an at-home picnic? even if you haven’t an outdoor space or perhaps a rooftop, go all out inside — spread out some colorful blankets and pillows, literally pack the picnic basket, chill the wine and get out your best picnic recipes — tuna niçoise salad sandwiches (my favorite sandwich ever — just dish it all up and scoop out a rustic bread loaf and drop it in!), deviled eggs, potato salad, fresh fruit, a charcuterie platter — i’m getting hungry just thinking about it! i’ll bet there’s more fun in it than you might think for you and your significant others, and if you’ve got kids, they’ll probably love it. even on my own here i’ve been eating outside as much as possible and it’s lovely! i’ve gathered up some pretty picnicking gear, and some inspiration for you. cheers to picnicking season.

clockwise, l to r: picnic spread by @oliwiapakosz; Rattan Wrapped Jug from amber interiors; terrain Newport Fringed Striped Beach Blanket; terrain Seagrass Wine Carrier; Color Drop Enamel Tumblers from terrain; charcuterie platter by hither and thither; set of Rattan Salad Utensils from terrain; terrain Fringed Waffle Weave Throw; picnic wine by broma bakery; Anthropologie Wicker Picnic Basket; business & pleasure Premium Cabana; terrain Outdoor Lamp Post.

clockwise, l to r: making lemonade by @workshoptheboutique; JENNI KAYNE Rattan Picnic Carafe & glasses; dining outdoor by our food stories; striped parasol from wonenmetlef; amber interiors Circulo Caddy; daybed picnic by @__s____o; Bernadette’s pink set of two side plates; picnic at dusk by kraut kopf; crate & barrel Flexible Grill Basket with Wood Handle; Summerill & Bishop’s set of four mismatched napkins; outdoor picnic table via camille styles; pretty picnic table by @missmaggieskitchen; HAY Set of Six Sip Dot Straws.

• all other photography credits in order of appearance: strawberries by clay photo; our food stories; beach picnic by De Alma e Coração photography; umbrella from our boat house; gal meets glam; picnic spread by clay photo; field picnic by @dealmaecoracao; style me pretty; our food stories; @timlabenda; @calihformula on twitter; gal meets glam.

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i’ve been a long-time follower of florist and blogger chelsea fuss who opened her very first florist shop at age 23, so she’s had almost 20 years of working with flowers and now writes about flower arranging, styles flowers for photoshoots, and teaches floral design classes to students around the world.  she’s got a beautiful new book out, field flower vase: Arranging and Crafting with Seasonal and Wild Blooms published by abrams and it’s just lovely as well as super inspiring. the book covers 28 eco-friendly floral projects — everything you need to know to forage, gather, and arrange fresh and dried botanicals. Each of Chelsea’s arrangements is addictively easy to make, and the featured centerpieces, wreaths, garlands, and bouquets are designed to bring the perfect amount of scent, color, and atmosphere to a room and photographed in the author’s small village in Portugal, where Chelsea’s based these days and teaches her foraging and floral arranging, so you may just be lured into a trip! sounds idyllic, doesn’t it? but until then, i highly recommend getting yourself a copy of field flower vase to start your own passionate pursuit of wild foraging and flower arranging — and follow Chelsea on instagram for more.

• photography courtesy of field flower vase: Arranging and Crafting with Seasonal and Wild Blooms published by abrams.

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as i mentioned recently, i’ve been seeing a lot of green around the internet, and i don’t exactly mean envy, but many of these looks are indeed quite enviable. i just mean shades of green seem to be on-trend lately, and i can see why — green can evoke passion and can be strangely exotic, but it’s also so fresh, lively and bold. add a dash of green to your interiors, whether it be the real thing, like some lovely houseplants, or a beautiful painting or piece of green upholstered furniture and it literally brings a room to life. green is a color that’s timeless, and then again, right on-trend.

• photography in order of appearance: aestate; domino; ellen degeneres’ homes via domino; parson’s dining table from super marché; amsterdam modern; @nomibis; lina ostling; vintage floral still life painting from super marché; house & garden; ida magntorn photography for my scandinavian home; homes to love; @fidel_arias; entrance makleri; cacto shop; inside out magazine; calm in trees; @tasknewyork; the leo is all in the mind; homes to love; @nomibis; ruth iauda; ida magntorn photography for my scandinavian home; @helloiamnaz; homes to love; @carlaypage.

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i can never get enough of green, and i don’t exactly mean envy, but many of these looks are indeed quite enviable. i just mean there are so many beautiful shades of green that seem to be on-trend lately, and i can see why — green can evoke passion and can be strangely exotic, but it’s also so fresh, lively, and bold. add a dash of green to your interiors, whether it be the real thing, like some lovely houseplants, a beautiful seascape painting, vintage pottery, or a piece of green upholstered furniture and it literally brings a room to life. green is a color that’s timeless, classic, and then again, right on-trend.

clockwise, l to r: Semaine x Luke Edward Hall signed artist print from maison flaneur; urban outfitters Lulu Storage Cabinet; Hercules Bust White Moss from 1st dibs; cut glass by lauren bamford photography; jayson home Zagora Taper candle Holders; green upholstery from dedar milano; jayson home green spot bowl; green striped awning by @romainlaprade; jayson home Carlina Acaulis glass Paperweight; work by artist xochi solis; chairish Vintage Usa Green Planter; bloomist LIBECO LAGUNA VERDE THROW; jayson home Bristol Serving Tray; Hooker’s Green Lake by Faye Wei Wei via another mag; 1st dibs French Confit Antique Glazed Bowl. below: COLLAGERIE X THE CONRAN SHOP cushion cover in multi stripe; artist paul juno’s Stripped Artist’s Pigments.

clockwise, l to r: bowls on green tile by lrnce; green-tiled entryway by @martha_mulholland; Vintage Cabbage Plate Green from chairish; record collection by in bed store; st. frank CACTUS SILK CLXVIII RUG; Splatter Vase in Green from the conran shop; modern green chair via lrnce; st. frank GREEN PITCHER; green tablescape by maya bookbinder; TED BAKER Baroque Beach Towel in Green; le jardin soupiré via claire heffer design; cotswold farm house bathroom via trainspotters; India Mahdavi’s cement tiles via core77; schoolhouse Blooming Field Duvet Cover; chairish Vintage Green Upco Planter; Edvard Munch Exhibition poster for LA Country Museum of Art Poster from society6.

• photography credits: click on the image which will take you to its original source. in the case of my collages, the links are listed just below clockwise from left to right.

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this week’s color story is one of those very feminine ones — it’s all the many shades of blush pink. from the palest pinks to ruddy peachy tones and those with lavender undertones, these shades are just beautiful. they’ve got that kind of regal, subdued vibe about them — and they just feel calming to me (like a faded winter sunset) and flatter every room and pair well with just about every other color under the rainbow. these shades have been popular for a while now, and i honestly just don’t’ see them going anywhere anytime soon — perhaps just transitioning from trendy desert vibes into more eclectic, vintage-inspired decor. from plush pillows to pendant lamps and cozy bed linens, these pale colors are sticking around for a good while and you can go crazy with them, or just add the subtlest bits around your abode.

clockwise, l to r: the royal tenenbaums via christopher walken; Anthropologie Hepworth Storage Console; Anthropologie Yvette Pommed Jute Rug; Alterra Pure Organic Percale Sheet Set; Vintage Japanese Graphic Design via designspiration; Hawkins New York Alyson Fox Footed Bowl; @brookandpeony’s bedroom; Hawkins New York Simple Waffle Bath Towel in Blush; live music poster via designspiration; Justina Blakeney Fela Tasseled Chandelier; Casa Prieto Lopez, mexico city by @_marinadenisova_; Hawkins New York Chroma Glass Pitcher in Blush.

clockwise, l to r: penguin book of french verse via Julian Montague; Justina Blakeney Fela Tasseled Chandelier; Le Jardin des Supplices by Auguste Rodin via met drawings; Anthropologie Solid Tamsin Dining Chair; Yamazaki Home Wood-Handled Dish Rack; Hawkins New York Queen Size Simple Linen Flat Sheet in Blush; sightunseen’s guide to mexico city; Anthropologie Feather Collection Rug; The Grand Budapest Hotel Book Cover Hardcover Journal from Red Bubble; Lynda Gardener design via hunter & folk; Caitlin Wilson Design Blush Broad Stripe Pillow; chandelier by @madelynnfurlong; Hawkins New York Small Chroma Glassware Set in Blush; vintage paintings via design is mine.

• all other photography credits in order of appearance: Marie Olsson Nylander; penny wincer photography; northern delight; Marie Olsson Nylander; @nomibis; Anthropologie Hepworth Storage Console; @sfgirlbybay; the glitter guide; @debitreloar; Anthropologie Fela Tasseled Sconce; remodelista.

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now that i’m living at the beach, and on an acre-wide cactus garden, i’ve gotten really into outdoor living. i have succulents, cacti, bamboo and all kinds of palm trees surrounding my little cottage, and not only are they beautiful, but they’re also all such low maintenance plants! they’re all drought-tolerant so they need very little water, and they propagate all on their own, so the more the merrier. i’ve rounded up some low maintenance looks for you — some more than others, although they say once a living wall gets going it never stops! i really love the look of these cactus paddles hanging, too, so i may have to try that as i’m soaking in these last days of warm california weather!

• photography credits in order of appearance: tara pearce photography; @dos_ombre; nicole franzen photography; albeli home rental; flying feathers; @waynepate’s Paris Elemental, The Pigeon Outside My Window painting; cote maison; dos ombre; remodelista; 100 layer cake; @anne_parker; o format; @sarahtonin_._; james schororos photography; fran muñoz for micasa; cb2; pop & scott; foreign rooftops; botanical palm art print from heart in colors; @sincerelyjules; xo amys; @jessicamenda; leslie shewring’s studio via decor8; caroline legrand design; xo amys; @carlaypage; barts boekje; @jessicamenda; @mygypsytribe.

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