Wait, You Don't Know About Jonathan Adler?

I was talking to a friend recently and compared something to "Jonathan Adler" and she had no idea who/what I was talking about.   Well, friend, he and his designs are pretty great.  So, I figured I should dedicate a post to him.    Warning:  If you continue reading, you are going to have to deal with me professing my love and admiration for Jonathan Adler. 

First off, he describes his approach to design as “Happy Chic”  and I think  he is pretty spot-on.   Check out his "10 Comandments for a Happy Chic Home"

I couldn't agree more that your home should make you happy and that it should be filled with things and colors that you will enjoy.    I also adore the utter commitment to color and not taking your home (or yourself) too seriously.  

Now, to some of my favorite spaces...

The combo  of blues and greens in this room, which happens to be Liz Lange's living room,  is awesome and Jonathan Adler always adds just enough shine to make a place feel glamorous.

I just love this little desk area, the blue patterned curtains, the super cool art collage, and even the fluffy little sheepskin rug.

I love the double headboards in this bedroom.  Plus, the really great orange fabric.

And Yes,  he also designed a real life Barbie Malibu Dream Home

 Jonathan Adler's stores (both online and in person) have  a great variety of things,  from his super unique pottery to large scale furniture pieces.   I'd love to get my hands on this sofa:

Or, one of these perfect dressers:

I have to stop because my wish list could be pages and pages long.... The point is,  have fun with your home! And, Jonathan Adler offers  plenty of inspiration.

Still Loving Green

Even more green items caught my eye today.  Not only do I love a good dose of green in my home but I love wearing it too.  It's probably too late to pick up something new to avoid getting pinched but I think these pieces will work year round (or, at least into spring)

1 - Target Paterned Dinnerware ($21.99) - Great retro dishes for summer by the pool.

2 - Asos green belt ($57) - The perfect splash of color for jeans and a tee or a LBD.

3 - Lotus Bleu Pillow ($68) - Spruce up the sofa for spring?

4 - Green Striped Aubin & Wills Shirt ($65) - A classic.

5 - Cole Haan Handbag ($398) - A splurge but a preppy bag that won't go out of style.

6 - Handmade ring ($140) - Beautiful organic shape with just the right amount of shimmer.

7 - Pleated Maxi Skirt ($1195) - I know this is way out of most people's price range but I love the flowin pleates.  American Apparel has some similar ones but I don't love them quite as much.  If I had it, I'd style it just like this.

8 - Nixon Green Watch ($60)- Just for fun.

9 - Target Printed Chair ($299) - Would add just the right pop of green to a neutral living room.