[CARTOON] Twitter Fail Whale

Those not familiar with Twitter, or the Fail Whale, refer to the article at...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twitter

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Delightful Plumo

Feeling in a rather romantic mood at the moment I have fallen in love with these pretty accessories from Plumo, aren't they just gorgeous?? The last few weeks have been so hectic that I always find refuge and peace of mind when browsing through delightful pieces such as these. 

There are plenty more on the website to browse and there is also a sale on which is an added bonus! Enjoy my lovelies :)
 

Philippe Starck

I have always admired Philippe Starcks' work, a quirky, flamboyant, surrealist, modern, expressive designer where his style is instantly recognisable.

Therefore today I was completely inspired when I came across projects that Philippe Starck designed in collaboration with Yoo, an international investment propety company, where he is the co-founder and creative director, launched in 1999.

I just love these interiors each being unique where you are transported into a world of their own. His signature style is not mistaken and his sense of modernism is mesmerizing. Enjoy these images and have a happy Monday.

Lobby - Gramercy by Starck

Boston Parris Landing

Library - Panama City

Living room - Icon Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Foyer - Melbourne

Dining room - Punta del Este

 Lobby - Miami Icon

Bathroom - London NW8

 Pool area - Tel Aviv

All Images from Yoo

[CARTOON] Tony the Tiger Sweatshop

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Wimbledon into the exciting fourth rounds soon

Maria Sharapova through three rounds to meet Serena Williams.

Kim easing through three rounds to meet...

...Justine Henin again.

Maria Kirilenko though out but always a tennis player fans spectators enjoy watching her play. (Getty)

Besides the fact that the World is mainly focusing on the sport soccer or the World Cup 2010. Wimbledon is something big for the tennis arena. Maria Sharapova has shown a great comeback and has managed to win three rounds but to meet Serena Williams next. Will Maria Sharapova continue to win and display her power serve at the match? In the past, she used to big a real strong player but now will she still be and moreover against the current player.

One thing however she is still the No. 1 tennis player most watched especially for her fashion and style. The other person who has flare in fashion also happens to be Maria but she is Maria Kirilenko. Both of their white outfit certainly have the clean and pleasant look which is very suitable for the fields.

Another exciting match is the all Belgian games between the two former World No. 1. They met before at the recent games and they met again now.

[CARTOON] Godzilla vs. Mary Poppins

Inspired by King Kong vs. Godzilla. So why not Godzilla, vs. Mary Poppins? That would be sweet!

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Murano Restaurant

Has anyone been to the Murano restaurant owned by Gordon Ramsay? The other night a friend of mine mentioned it to me and was going on about the interiors of this place. Very curious, I went searching on the internet to discover what a gem it is indeed! I was literally blown away by the beautiful interiors, so art deco and fabulously sophisticated. I am loving everything about this especially those light fittings, how exquisite are they?

I cannot wait to head down there to check out the interiors in person. The thought of it is making me excited already. Hope you love these images as much as I do!

Have a lovely weekend my friends, it's a sunny one at this end :)

Ode to Joy

The great Leonard Bernstein conducts from the heart.

Soloists are Gwyneth Jones, Shirley Verrett, Placido Domingo, and Martti Talvela.

"Ode To Joy" (German: "An die Freude", first line: "Freude, schöner Götterfunken") is an ode written in 1785 by the German poet, playwright and historian Friedrich Schiller, celebrating the ideal of unity and brotherhood of all mankind. It is best known for its musical setting by Ludwig van Beethoven in the final movement of his Ninth Symphony (completed in 1824), a choral symphony for orchestra, four solo voices, and choir.



The Beethoven setting is the official anthem of the European Union. The most amazing thing is that Beethoven was deaf by the time he wrote this. He imagined what each note would sound like in his head because he knew music so well. He never got to hear his own masterpiece. Beethoven truly was a genius and this finale to his “Choral” Symphony still has the ability to send shivers down the spine whilst proclaiming the greatness and optimism of humankind.



There was a poignant scene at the first performance in 1824. Despite his complete deafness, Beethoven insisted on conducting, but unknown to him the real conductor sat out of his sight beating time. As the last movement ended, Beethoven, unaware even that the music had ceased, was also unaware of the tremendous burst of applause that greeted it. One of the singers took him by the arm and turned him around so that he might actually see the ovation.

However be that as may be we can also admire this extempore version by one of the world’s most talented musicians, Beaker from the Muppets.



German words and English translation:

Baritone Solo:

O Freunde, nicht diese Töne!
Oh friends, not these sounds!
Sondern lasst uns angenehmere
Rather let us sing more
anstimmen und freudenvollere.
pleasant ones, and more full of joy.

Choral Bass join in:

Freude! Freude!
Joy! Joy!

Baritone Solo:

Freude, schöner Götterfunken
Joy, beautueous spark of divinity,
Tochter aus Elysium,
Daughter of Elysium
Wir betreten feuertrunken,
We enter drunk with fire
Himmlische, dein Heiligtum!
Heavenly One, your sanctuary!
Deine Zauber binden wieder
Thy magic power reunites,
Was die Mode streng geteilt;
All that custom has strictly divided
Alle menschen werden Brüder,
All men become brothers
Wo dein sanfter Flügel weilt.
Where your gentle wing abides.




Dedicated to Frederick III of Prussia the Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125 "Choral" is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. At the first performance according to one witness, "the public received the musical hero with the utmost respect and sympathy, listened to his wonderful, gigantic creations with the most absorbed attention and broke out in jubilant applause, often during sections, and repeatedly at the end of them." The whole audience acclaimed him through standing ovations five times; there were handkerchiefs in the air, hats, raised hands, so that Beethoven, who could not hear the applause, could at least see the ovation gestures. The theatre house had never seen such enthusiasm in applause.

At that time, it was customary that the Imperial couple be greeted with three ovations when they entered the hall. The fact that five ovations were received by a private person who was not even employed by the state, and moreover, was a musician (a class of people who had been perceived as lackeys at court), was in itself considered almost indecent. Police agents present at the concert had to break off this spontaneous explosion of ovations. Beethoven left the concert deeply moved.

Cool Mood

Today I have been totally inspired by this beautiful mood board which I found in Elle Decoration Magazine, Isn't it lovely? With its gentle blues and greys it brings the magical colours of English summer to life. Cool and calming this board echoes nature with its textures and colours. I am loving it!!!

 A beautiful image that translates the palette perfectly.

1 'Blackened No 2011' Paint, £26.50 for 2.5 Litres, Farrow & Ball; 2 'Cornforth White No 228' Paint, £26.50 for 2.5 Litres, Farrow & Ball; 3 'Skylight No 205' Paint, £26.50 for 2.5 Litres, Farrow & Ball; 4 'Spicy Pepper' Solid Hardwood Flooring from the 'Soul + Collection Reflection' range, From £53 per sq m, Junckers; 5 'Gres di Cava' Tavertine Tile, £112 per sq m, Surface; 6 'Black Oyster' Brushed and Oiled Oak Flooring, From £185 per sq m, Top Floor; 7 'Ellington Grey' Wood Wallcovering by Philip Jeffries, £129 per m, Jason D'Souza; 8 'JackdewbSteel' Linen Fabric (140cm W), £70 per m, De La Cuona ; 9 'Buckley Ivory' Linen Fabric (140cm W), £70 per m, De Le Cuona; 10 'Buckley Moss' Linen Fabric (140cm W), £70 per m, De Le Cuona; 11 'Buckley Nut' Linen Fabric (140cm W), £70 per m, De Le Cuona; 12 'Powder Blue' Linen Fabric (145cm W), £70 per m, Ralp Lauren.

[CARTOON] Vuvuzela Alternative Uses

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Milan Report

Unfortunately I never made it to the Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan this year. I usually try and go every year, so was greatly disappointed to have missed it. However I have kept myself informed and up to date with all the latest trends that stole the show.

Looks like it didn't fail to impress this year with its stunning products on show. Here is a selection of the ones that caught my eye, I personally think they are pretty unique!

Foster & Partners' Arc Table For Molteni&C.

Dark Grey Ammonite Seat From Sicis.

The Phase Bureau By Patternity.

Alivar Shanghai Bookcase.

I4 Mariani's Oyster Light Chair By Mauro Lipparini.

The Hues Table From Out of Stock Design.

Prisma Sideboard By Linfa Angluar.

Uber-Cool Anthropologie

I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! I finally managed to get myself down to the Anthropologie store in kings Rd on Saturday. I know it has taken me quite some time considering it opened two months ago, but all good things come to those who wait ;)

Well what can I say, I totally loved the store and I can see what the fuss was all about. It is so beautifully inviting and you could easily spend hours admiring the gorgeous accessories. The actual interior of the shop is uber-cool and so are the products ranging from home, clothes, shoes & bags, Jewellery & accessories, there is just everything you could think of. 

Here are some of the cool products you can find in the store and also on-line, and don't forget the summer sale has just started....

(Products are marked with + sign)
 

Stiched Chambray Placemat, £10; From The Deep, Bowl, £10; Life-At-Sea Tumbler, £12; From the Deep Dinner Plate, £24.

Mythic Fanflower Pillow, £78; Tranquil Paradise Hammock, £78.

Peacock Side Plate, £12; Peacock Dinner Plate, £18.

Recipes From An Italian Summer, £24.95; Small Dot & Dash Bowl, £6; Large Dot & Dash Bowl, £10; Sailor Lass Bowl, £12, Comedy-Of-Manners Mug, £10.

Swimming By Pillow, Seahorse, £98; Out At Sea Bedding, £149.95; Ocean's Offerings Rug, £528.

Seabed Pillow, Square, £68; Tuxedo Bedding, From £48 - £238, Gathered Sky Bedding, From £48 - £148.

Laelia Bedding, From £48-£178.

Sevilla Chair, £348; Sevilla Ottoman, £218.

Images from Antropologie website