Pardon My French (ie. Hey Garance Doré, can we be friends?)

One of those crazy things about the internet world, is that you start to feel like you personally know complete strangers; Garance Dore is a perfect example of that connection.  I love her blog (and her boyfriend's blog), and now with her web series "Pardon My French"  I've become slightly obsessed.    What I wouldn't give to be sitting with Garance and Diane at that coffee shop.... 

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!