Love the look - to the beach!

Hooray for summer! It has finally arrived and I'm looking forward to quite a few days at the beach this year. Today's look has a bohemian vibe with a nod to the past. I'm loving this relaxed look. A cooler full of drinks and snacks, a speaker with a great i-phone play list, sunblock, and a towel will complete the check list.

1. I swear my Mom had sunglasses just like this back in the late 70's! I love them!
2. I always wear a hat to the beach to protect my head and face. I've started a collection!
3. How cool is this cover-up by Pierre Prey for J. Crew? They have some amazing collaborations.
4. I wear chemical free beautycounter sunblock 365 days a year. I have recently switched over to Dew Skin tinted face cream too. It provides the perfect amount of natural coverage and protects my skin! You'll love it!
5. The name of this Joie sandal is La Plage Nice. It's also almost 70% off at Shopbop's most current sale!!!! 
6. I bring a small bag to hold my keys, phone, radio, lip balm, sunblock, and money, it fits perfectly into my larger beach bag. 

and BTW!! This is a fabulous Shopbop sale with some amazing deals!

By the sea

I'm back in business with my own computer and software today! (whoo hoo). I was feeling lost for a few days without my digital world at my finger tips. It is, no joke, about a zillion degrees in Boston today. It seems every year we go from 60 to 99 in a few days and we northerners are never really prepared for the shock of the temperature shift. I am not complaining, but a few 80 degree days would be fabulous! 

I am sitting in the AC and was delighted to come across The Glow's site. The Glow, an intimate diary and stylish guide about motherhood and all it's glory and heartache was co-founded by Violet Gaynor and Kelly Stuart. It documents both the struggles and joy with Kelly's beautiful photographs and Violet's warm words. Today, I am sharing the airy, lighthearted images of Kelly Sawyer Patricof, their beautiful Malibu beach house and Kelly's adorable daughters.  See the additional photographs and the story here. Kelly is a former model and co-founder of the non-profit Baby2baby. 

Love the look

Promise I'll be back with my fashion collages later this week! I love the ease of summer clothing. Be sure to scoop up this summer's hot shoe: the slide! Here I've shared some goodies. Have a fabulous week! The sun is finally going to shine around here, hallelujah!

Valentino 

Black slide Splendid 

Gold Sandal 

Palm Slides 

Kate Spade woven slide 

Loeffler Randall 

Rag and Bone 

Suede Slides 

J. Crew slides 

Satin slides

Nate Berkus does it again...

I love using rich and beautiful fabrics and finishes on my projects.Tufted velvet? yes please!! The work of Nate Berkus and his power house design team (made of up of mostly women btw) never disappoint with their projects. Every detail is considered and I absolutely can see w where Sasha's fashion background comes into play. They always layer looks and textiles and I admire their approach.Their latest design project is chic with a hint of masculinity. 

On another note, I am having some technical difficulties over here at Shelter. I hope to return to my normal posting schedule and featured posts asap! xx

White now....

How great is Instagram?? I could get lost for hours (if I had time) taking in all the beautiful inspiration...today I came across House Seven Design, their attention to detail and clean designs are beautiful. I am also still obsessed with mixing shades of various bright white paint. I helped a friend choose the perfect colors for her house this morning!! Here is a peek and a few of my favorite moments that use the the lovely shade of white from their site!

I like this modern take on a barn door. 

Soap Stone back splash

Closet doors and I also would love to use the Tilda chandelier.

This bunny paper (working on the source)

Shelter loves...

First off, I love all of you for visiting my blog regularly!! Thank you!!
I am so ready for the summer, how about you? There is something about letting my children run free at the beach for a few hours that changes everything. I get some much needed down time and they burn energy! June is finally here and I'm hoping for all great things over the summer, including fabulous weather, good health, time with great friends and family and flawless projects! Cheers, happy weekend!! Here's the skinny on this weeks faves.

1. Lemonade, especially freshly squeezed lemons - sing of the sweet summer. My daughter Emerson set up a stand last weekend and made $12.50! I was so proud of my lil entrepreneur.
2. I love Ulla Johnson's relaxed styles with a Bohemian twist. How can I not love a dress named "Jules". (my nickname since highschool). It is available in white or navy.  The heel paired with the dress is adorable too!! 

3. I love to cook and as I have gotten older, I tend to cook cleaner. This little gem wedge salad looks so fresh and yummy. I also always make my own dressing. I am going to give this simple recipe a shot next week! (recipe below)..I planted my herb garden the other day. I am excited to show the after photos in a few weeks when the plants are larger. Recipe and image via. 

4. 110%!! Because let's face it, we all deal with sucky moments.

5. I think I've mentioned I don't wear very high heels much anymore. I'm either running around for my business or running after children. These are the perfect everyday in between shoe height and they are on sale at Nordstrom for a great price!!

6. I am long over due for a trip to Nantucket. I'll be heading there this summer for sure!!

Hawaiian Punch

Camilla Frances

You have probably already noticed that tropical prints are everywhere for the summer season!! I say, bring it!! Here are some of my faves!!

Palm Dress

J.Crew pineapple dress

Pineapple clutch - on sale!!!

Tropical ikat dress