So there are two house tours I had been meaning to share with you. But because I love pretty much every room in both these homes, I decided they deserve their own separate posts. First up is hairstylist Sally Hershberger‘s Manhattan penthouse featured in the latest issue of Elle Decor. Her penthouse at me at cellula.

I am seriously in love with the pieces in each room. The budda statue on her countertop – fabulous! From the art on the walls (joseph lapiana) to the chic modern lighting (panton, cellula, ettore sottsass) to classy vintage furniture (arne jacobson egg chair), everything comes together brilliantly.

What are your fav bits from her penthouse?

images: elle decor

This was a really well participated giveaway.

And now for the winner..

The winner is…

The lucky reader who will be snuggling in one of PajamaSutra‘s pretty designs is…..

….selected randomly…

Congratulations….Leigh!

Expect an email from me shortly.

As BIG thank you to all 155 of you who entered Sarena, owner/designer of PajamaSutra is offering a 15% discount until midnight on August 31st.  Use code mochatini  at checkout.

Happy snuggles.

xo

image: manvi drona-hidalgo

Hello first-day-back-to-school Monday.

I hope you had a great weekend, were able to relax and enjoy sunshine wherever you are. We had a gorgeous sunny weekend here in DC so we decided on a spontaneous crab lunch trip to Annapolis. Maryland boasts some of the most delicious crabs. Thanks Ally and Jane for tips on how to get rid of crab smelling hands. Lemons did the trick.

Other highlights from our weekend included:

- A tweet up organized by beautiful Maryam from Marrakesh. It was awesome to finally meet Maryam. She is even lovelier in person. The tweet up, was at charming Vinoteca (highly recommend the tamari “reserve”from mendoza, argentina) and was a cheerful gathering of wonderful peeps. A shout out to Christie, Andrea, Brandie, Nole, Kaydee and Bill. It was a pleasure to connect with you all.

- And shopping for goodies from the Takoma Park farmers market. I really look forward to farmer’s market on weekends to score fresh treats. This weekend I put together a small spread of kalamata olive bread, strawberry-peach jam and chevre goat cheese, and bellinis. Perfect outdoor picnic.

- I also found these cute lavender sachets at the market for my lingerie drawer. These little sachets are easy to make using left-over fabric and filled with lavender (or other potpourri) would make great hostess gifts.

Oh and I realized I hadnt shared my new lamp (Cyan via GiltGroupe) with you. Isnt she pretty? Initially, I wanted her in our masterbed room, but I think she feels more at home in the dining room, dont you?

Have a happy week ahead.

ps: giveaway winner – coming up next.

iamges: all manvi drona-hidalgo, except #4 which is via apartment 34.

After yet another crazy busy week, I am SO ready to unwind this weekend. With Fall just around the corner, take time to enjoy the last few balmy nights of Summer. What do you have planned?

Thanks to all (140 and counting) who entered last week’s pajama set giveaway. If you havent left a comment expressing interest, you can still do it until midnight tonight (EST).

Happy weekending.

xo

image: weheartit

Really love the grey + deep fall colors + sparkle in the new jcrew catalog.  Wouldnt these make great palettes for rooms?

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