GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAFY

. . . the summer linen totes and wicker carrying cases have been all but stowed away for the season, and in their place, rich textures and soft leather -- like this wonderfully warm leather tote, perfect for bouquets from the flower markets, a half dozen custard tarts, a pair of glittery shoes, or anything else that the heart desires . . .


{la tropezienne leather tote by clare vivier in tan, available at bodie and fou}

. . . there would seem to be no shortage of lovely leather accessories on etsy -- first, the paris-perfect handstitched luggage tags by harlex, and now, beautiful leather keychains & storage totes by gildem modern housewares, a perfect mix of clean lines, white & natural leathers, and simple elegance . . .

. . . had a moment to flip through the new summer issue of sweet paul over coffee this morning, and while it was filled with lovely things, fell absolutely in love with the feature on natural color, with a romantic cardigan bathed in pomegranate juice, a pretty little tote dipped in red cabbage and turmeric, and the most beautiful pillow shams the colour of blackberries . . .





{images: sweet paul magazine, summer 2011, photography by ellen silverman, styling by paul lowe}

. . . a very favourite blogger collaboration must be alix from the cherry blossom's girl's with french lingerie company étam -- the pieces are so perfectly pretty and draped in sheer romance, it's nearly impossible not to be swept up in the delicate ruffles, elegant lace, and powdery whisps of chiffon . . .


{image: photography by the cherry blossom girl}

. . . dashing out the door -- sexy tousled hair, a light linen summer dress, suede heels and coral lips -- but first, a quick hello and two new & lovely things:

* summertime: a dreamy & languid light
* two lovely things: bits of green

{p.s.} isn't the miu miu bow satchel in palest pink the loveliest thing?

{image: the cherry blossom girl via beautiful things to share}