Unwrapped - Carolyn Quartermaine

Images via Carolyn Quartermaine

English designer Carolyn Quartemaine has been one of my all time favourite designers and stylists for years and years. She is multi-talented with skills that shine in all areas of interior decorating, textile design and magazine styling. Combined with photography and cooking these are my passions in life so I have a great appreciation of her talent. Carolyn is a true original forging her own creative path and setting worldwide trends. Her printed silks in a stunning array of colours are truly exquisite. Check out her website for some more inspiration Carolyn Quartermaine. 

Melissah xox

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Wild Hearts - Collette Dinnigan

For those of us who enjoy the small luxuries in life but also like to spend our money wisely then this is exciting news. Collette Dinnigan, Australia's internationally acclaimed fashion designer is now producing a small lingerie line for Target. Colette, famous for dressing the likes of Angelina Jolie, Kate Hudson and Nicole Kidman for the red carpet is now lending her talents to Target. Thanks to Target America, who have paved the way for bringing affordable designer clothing to the masses I can now enjoy Collette's luxurious and feminine 'Wild Hearts' Collection at a price I can justify!

Melissah xox

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Carolyn Quartermaine

I bought Carolyn Quartermaine's first book unwrapped when I lived in London in my twenties. She is a London based textile designer and stylist and I instantly fell in love with her prints and the beautiful colours of the fabrics she uses - mainly silks and floaty chiffons. 

The designer Carolyn Quartermaine

She mixes her fabrics back with vintage pieces and antique furniture in a palette of vibrant pastels and gold. She is truly an original and innovative designer who has kept reinventing her style over the years. She  has appeared in magazines all over the world including the cover of Vogue Living. 

 

 

Images via Carolyn Quartermaine

Melissah xox

Christina Re's Home

Following are some images of stationary designer and author Cristina Re Spanish-inspired villa.

Christina says, “I love to collect pretty and unique things from my travels, from places like Paris, Rome, LA and Shanghai. My house inspires my work, so it should be airy and bright, and have lots of light, which makes you happy. Each room is a complete contrast to the other rooms, yet somehow they complement each other. The dining room has a French feel, with greens and golds; the lounge room is oriental, with accents of red, pink and blue.”

Xox

Melissah