Perfectly Imperfect New Orleans Decor

I'm headed to the Big Easy this weekend for some celebrating with girlfriends and I can't wait to experience the unique Creole style of New Orleans!  I already have a picture in my head of what to expect from the decor around the city (mostly painted by this article I read last year about a home that a couple renovated after Katrina)  and I can't wait to experience it for myself.  Will I be dissapointed If I'm expecting every place to be an eclectic mix of French antiques and Americana like this home?  

 How great is this weathered farmhouse table for a family kitchen?     

 

 I also think this little nook is awesome.  So many cool pieces in one little corner! (All local NOLA antiques) 

 And,  finally I am amazed at how they made this old lady lamp somehow look chic by sitting it with a slipcovered chair and some graphic art!

Collecting: Animal Jewels

I mentioned on Monday that I did a bit of antiquing over the weekend, and I wanted to share one of my favorite purchases.   After picking up this awesome/giant brass elephant necklace, I realized that I have begun to amass a collection of animal inspired jewelry.

My animal themed jewelry collection, from left-to-right above: 

• My newest addition: a giant gold elephant necklace.   I want to attach it to a longer chain, but I'm loving it already!
• Koi charm - a charm a stole from my mom's jewelry box and put on my own chain
• Little beaded elephant necklace from Forever 21
• Rabbit & Hare two-finger ring from Forever 21
• Vintage owl necklace