I ♥ Color

I've just discovered the art of San Francisco native, Lisa Congdon. I really like the color palette she uses and her whimsical illustrations. She apparently works with numerous publishers, including mine: Harper Collins Publishers.

Her book , A Collection A day, will be available in March 2011.

J'adore!

Happy Monday + Un Dimanche à Paris

 

Happy Monday! Hope you had a fantasic weekend!

I'm very excited to share pictures of a gorgeous boutique I discovered while in Barbados last week: Un Dimanche à Paris. It is owned by Isabelle Meniaud, a French native who recently moved to the Island with her husband and adorable children. Given that my next novel will take place in Paris, I was immediately smitten with this space!

Located in Holetown, St. James in the new Limegrove Lifestyle Centre, her boutique was elegantly decorated by her husband with treasures found in French flea markets. Two large & stunning mirrors were lovingly restored by Isabelle'e sister and vintage chairs and sofas allow visitors to sit while taking in the lovely space. But what is most striking about her shop are the treasures she carries: gorgeous and unique jewelry, K. Jacques tropeziennes sandals, Astier De Villate candles, Vanessa Bruno bags and designer clothing by designer Isabel Marant and other interesting labels.

I was fortunate to enjoy a lovely lunch with Isabelle, her husband and her entourage and will have the opportunity to see her again in France.

Her shop is not to be missed should you visit this gorgeous Island! 

Merci Isabelle!

(First Image: French Frosting. Other photos taken by me)

Sunday Lounging

Isn't Sunday just grand? After doing loads of post travel laundry, I can now kick back and finish the novel I started last week: Still Alice by Lisa Genova, about a woman hit with early onset of Alzheimer's Disease. Although difficult to read, this amazing story will haunt you for days.

On a lighter note, I'm looking forward to getting back to my writing  and I am especially excited about my upcoming research trip to France, where I'll get to meet lots of inspiring people, including Haleigh of Making Magique, a lovely designer working for Zac Posen, an anti-counterfeiting legal expert and attend a few runway shows during Paris Fashion Week.

Hope you have a lovely Sunday.

(images via Girl Whimsy)

Happy Friday!!!

Happy Friday! Hope you are having a fantastic week! I'm soaking up the last rays of sunshine before heading back home. I made some new friends in this gorgeous paradise and I can't wait to share some of my great finds.

I also read and really enjoyed the memoir Lunch in Paris by Elizabeth Bard while on vacation. It's her story: an American who finds love and other delicacies in City of Light. She also shares some drool worthy recipes which I'm anxious to try once i get back in my own kitchen.   

Don't forget to participate in the J'Adore New York giveaway on Making Magique!

(Images Fashion Gone Rogue, We heart it)

French Resort Inspiration

I thought it was appropriate to post this picture during Valentine's Week. I have something really gorgeous in store for you discovered during my travels...Stay tuned!

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

And what better way to celebrate than to bring the romance to Paris! The lovely Haleigh at Making Magique is holding a giveaway of my novel J'Adore New York on her gorgeous blog,! 

Bonne chance mes amies!!

Isabelle xo

(images via FGR)

Happy Friday!!!

Hope you're having a great week! 

There's an interesting article by Cathy Horyn in the New York Times about the editorial shake up at Paris Vogue. It's always great to get the inside scoop!

I am taking a little last minute holiday and will be posting more sporadically in the next week.

 A bientôt!

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