This Week: The Dog Days of Summer

"Stoney" collage by Michael Keck

I am so glad the week is over. This was a tough one, but we've made it through and I am so happy to move forward! So a few months ago I wrote about my dog, Tracy being diagnosed with cancer. Well this past week we made a very difficult decision and had Tracy's leg amputated on Friday. The tumor had grown and was growing up his arm and it would have been cruel to let a perfectly happy, hungry, playful dog be in pain and discomfort. The night after surgery was tough, I felt awful for him and even had moments of terrible regret but at 5:30am Tracy stood up and walked outside and I am so relieved that just like that he is up again! Dogs are so incredibly resilient and I admire how well he's dealt with this disease and I am happy to say that as of Friday, after the loss of one of his legs, Tracy is cancer free! We don't know how long he will be since cancer usually metastasizes but we've read about several cases of dogs with Osteosarcoma who have lived another year or two after amputation. and considering the fact that we were told we might lose Tracy by October, we're happy to have any extra time with him at all and are especially happy that the pain and discomfort are gone. We have such an amazing group of friends and family, thank you all so much for caring so much about Tracy! So this week...

1. One of my lovely best friends turned 30!! Happy Birthday, E!!! 

2. I completed my last full week at my job! My last day is Tuesday and I am very happy and excited about having a new beginning! But not before a couple of days off to relax!

3. Fashion's Night Out is almost here again! Are any of you excited about this event/planning to participate/attend? I had a nice, girly time last year and am hoping to go again. You can find out what's going on for Fashion's Night Out near you right here! 

4. Women are eating their placentas?! I don't know how I feel about this! I mean I don't think I would ever but I'm not completely horrified, just a little grossed out (hope nobody is offended by me saying this).  How do you feel about this? Have any of you ever considered this as part of your birth plan?

5. Because I enjoyed putting together posts inspired by Pantone's Color Selections for Spring 2011, I am going to begin putting together posts for each of Pantone's Top 10 Color Selections for Fall 2011! Coming soon...

Hope you have an amazing week!!

PS: Wear your white summery clothes this week because Labor Day is almost here!! Do you follow this "rule"?

Spring 2011: Pantone's Top 10 Colors for Mens Fashion for Spring 2011

As promised, here are Pantone's Top 10 Colors for Men's Fashion for Spring 2011. They are almost the same as Pantone's Top 10 Colors for Women's Fashion for Spring 2011, except Honeysuckle, Coral Rose, Peapod, Silver Peony, and Silver Cloud have been replaced by Barberry, Firecracker, Turf Green, Linen and Flint Gray. I think I will try to get my husband to wear Barberry and Linen:) Do you have a favorite? Will you be recommending any of these colors to the man in your life? xo

Pantone's Top 10 Color for Mens Fashion for Spring 2011 by lillyphunq on Polyvore.com

Spring 2011: Blue Curacao Pantone 15-4825

This time last year I was on my honeymoon on the beautiful island of St. Lucia and this color made me want to be there again so badly! Doesn't Blue Curacao Pantone 15-4825 make you think of sparkling swimming pools and Caribbean beaches?! It's one of my favorites of Pantone's Top 10 Color Selections for women's fashion for Spring 2011, is it one of yours? Have you ever been to Curacao? After a little research and browsing through some pictures, it's on my list of places to go for a tropical paradise vacation!

 Nanette Lepore's Master Bedroom Sitting Area designed by Jonathan Adler, photo by William Waldron via Elle Decor

Aqua French Chair by Paula Prass, photo and Glass Enamel Bottle DIY project via Martha Stewart

Look from DKNY Spring 2011 Runway, photo by Dan & Corina Lecca via Harpers Bazaar

 

Pool in garden designed by Jamie Herzlinger in the Arizona desert via Trad Home Magazine 

 Table styled by Ashely Whittaker, photo by Eric Piasecki via House Beautiful

 

Curtis Jere "Flock of Birds" sculpture via 1st Dibs

 Look from Peter Som's SS2011 Runway, photo by Dan & Corina Lecca via Harpers Bazaar

Maison des Petits in Paris designed by Matali Crasset Productions, photo by Jerome Spriet via Interior Design

photo of beautiful beach in Curacao via the Curacao Tourist Board

Glass Scalloped Dish via Urban Outfitters, fabric from Camira Fabrics via Interior Design, 1993 Chair by Verner Panton via 1st Dibs, photo of beautiful cupcake by Charles Schiller via Country Living

Look from Burberry Ready to Wear Spring 2011 Runway via Style.com

Living Room in Westchester House designed by Jonathan Adler, photo by Ngoc Minh Ngo via House Beautiful

Blue Curacao Pantone 15-4825 by lillyphunq featuring square scarves

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Spring 2011: Silver Peony Pantone 12-1206

It's pink, it's neutral, it's feminine and so sophisticated, Silver Peony 12-1206 is the daintiest of Pantone's color selections for women's fashion for Spring 2011, isn't it?! I love that it is a more grown up pink, delicate but not too girly. Are you loving Silver Peony? I must say...I'm smitten;)

Christian Louboutin Simple Patent Leather Pumps via Saks, Look from Chloe's Spring 2011 Look book for Bergdorf Goodman, Peonies via kaleido's Polyvore

photo and chair via The French Bedroom Company

Elegant, chic French living room via decor pad

Marled Yarn Pullover via Free People

Dining Room designed by Timothy Whealon photo by William Waldron via Elle Decor

  Runway looks from Nina Ricci and Stella McCartney via Harpers Bazaar

 photo by Gary Medlicott via The Age

Living Room designed by Stephen Shubel, photo by Jeremy Samuelson via House Beautiful

photo and recipe for Rose Melting Moments Cookies via Martha Stewart Weddings, Essie Nail Polish in Allure, Shoe from Loeffler Randall's Bridal Collection

Silver Peony Pantone 12-1206 by lillyphunq featuring tulle dresses

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Spring 2011: Beeswax Pantone 14-0941

So I've been minding my Beeswax, one of Pantone's color selections for women's fashion for Spring 2011 for several days now and still have a hard time memorizing and/or describing the color. I can best describe it to be like a Macaroni and Cheese or Cheddar Cheese color, not the sexiest descriptions for a color but quite accurate, don't you think? How about orange juice, mango, or taxi cab yellow? Do you think that these are accurate descriptions?  Beeswax is very vibrant on it's own but falls flat compared to other yellows. It's fruit and cheese mixed together to create a lovely, refreshing spring color! Perhaps these descriptions suggest it's an acquired taste, but I think the color Beeswax is perfectly lovely and fresh for Spring and Summer! Do you agree? How would you best describe the color?

From left to right: Asos 70's inspired Solaris Collection via Fashion Lover, photo and Beeswax Soap Recipe via Eco Living Experts, Stella McCartney bag via Elle, Um Project Ray Chair via Interiordesign.net

Front doors of The James NY via Interiordesign.net

Modern Family Room photo by Simon Upton via Elle Decor 

photo of gastroPod food truck by me, look from Stella McCartney Spring/Summer 2011 runway via Frillr

photo of Robert Stone Design house in Joshua Tree by Raimund Koch via Interiordesign.net 

photo and look from Moments of Grace lookbook via Shopbop

 Dining Room designed by Amanda Kyser via House Beautiful

photo and look via Retro Road Trip look book via Shopbop 

 Marigold and Pewter table setting via Martha Stewart Weddings

Bedroom designed by Amanda Nisbet via House Beautiful

Beeswax Pantone 14-0941 by lillyphunq featuring yellow jewelry

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Spring 2011: Peapod Pantone 14-6324

Peapod Pantone 14-6324 is the only shade of green in Pantone's Top 10 Colors for Women's Fashion for Spring 2011. It's not mint, and it's not your typical pea color, it's so unique that I had to look at it over and over when pulling images for this post to make sure I hadn't wandered off into the sages or greener aquas. I am surprised by how much I  have ended up loving this color! Do you like it too? I am considering making my first batch of french macaroons and think I will make them in a Peapod inspired green tone. Here is Peapod in many tones in photos and, fashion, interior, and product design. How would you best describe Peapod?

Kelly Wearstler's Viceroy Miami

From left to right: Pagoda Umbrella via Tuxedosmarts, French Macaroon photo and recipe via Dailymail.co.uk, Photo of Perrennial posh via Interiordesign, Bicycle Enamel Catchall Dish via Urban Outfitters

Kelly Wearstler's Avalon

 

Beautiful Tutu dress from final episode of Sex and the City via EW.com 

  Tom Dixon's Zoo Bar via tomdixon.net

photos via Pink Pianos

photo of SOHO Beach House, Miami Beach by James McDonald via Interior Design

 

photo and cake stands via Martha Stewart 

photo of Campbell's Headquarters by Eric Laignel via Interior Design

Peapod Pantone 14-6324 by lillyphunq featuring green shades