GRAPHIC BLACK & WHITE

I've decided to dedicate my Friday blog posts to design boards, and particularly ones that are fashion inspired. Creating design or mood boards is an absolute favorite pastime of mine. It's an outlet that allows my creativity and my passion for all things beautiful to really shine through. 

This week we will look into the classic color combination BLACK & WHITE or as I like to call it in my native language BIANCO e NERO...sounds much more sophisticated, no?

Black and white is trendy but at the same time will always remain sophisticated, chic and timeless. And when paired with graphic patterns they can be playful, edgy and modern. Opposites really do attract when it comes to black and white, and while these opposing tones produce high contrast, the real drama comes in when you introduce a vivid color like yellow, emerald green, or fuchsia to the combination. 

Don't be afraid to experiment with this classic color combination, after all you can never go wrong with black, right?

xo,

Emi

MOTHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS

In the last few years I've noticed a big change in myself; I've become something that I've always disliked in other people...I've become a procrastinator.  I don't like the word and I especially don't like what it stands for - I am by no means lazy, a loafer or even a slowpoke.  In fact the contrary is said to be true.  I am always on the go, running here and there and never actually putting my legs up until well after midnight each and every day.  Since I started this entrepreneurial venture a couple of years ago, all I could do is eat, drink, sleep, dream and live VIA SAN VITO.  I had made a decision and embraced the thought of devoting all my time and energy to making this business all it can possible be and then some. Hence, this is where the procrastination came in.  Since my main focus has been my business, I've relied on procrastination as a means of escaping the mundane existence of the everyday routine.  The thought of delaying tasks until "tomorrow" became comfortable for me and assured me that I wasn't really neglecting my duties and that just putting it off for a day or so, was okay. 

While postponing daily chores and other non-urgent tasks for a day or two is forgivable, there are other things that need much more thought and attention to.  Gift buying for instance is one of those things. Buying something for a loved one should not be purchased on a whim or be a last minute thought...and Mother's Day is just one of those occasions. Today with the internet age and our means of purchasing online, you really need to make sure that whatever you are purchasing will arrive on time for the occasion you are buying for.

Mother's Day falls on different dates for many parts of the world, but in North America as in many other countries Mother's Day is just a little over a month away, so getting those orders in on time is crucial.

Here are some Mother's Day gift ideas to get your started.  Make your mom feel special and give her a gift that she will treasure.

SHOP GIFT IDEAS

1)   Via San Vito Striato Napkins in Noir and Metallic Gold
2)   Jonathan Adler Lucite Block Letter
3)   Zatista Pink Poppy Original Art
4)   Dwell Studio Triangle Stripe Box
5)   Kelly Wearstler X Paper Chase Press Sketchbook
6)   Anthropologie Oblique Candle Holder
7)   Dwell Studio Henri Ink Throw
8)   Michael Kors Parker Rose Gold Tone Watch
9)   Kate Spade Madison Chaplin Drive Maeve Shoulder Bag
10) Kelly Wearstler Bedford Charger Plate
11) Via San Vito Anelli Lumbar Pillow in Noir and Metallic Gold
12) Diptyque Rosafolia Candle

xo,

Emi

BLACK, WHITE AND SOMETIMES GOLD

Black is by definition the most elegant color, add in its counterpart white, sprinkle a little gold and you've got a winning combination.  Nothing packs a more powerful punch than this bold color combination, whether it's for interior design or fashion and style.  It is also a versatile combination as it works well with other colors, such as brights, muted colors or neutrals.  To me, black, white and gold is exotic, sexy and glamorous.

Black, white and gold can be seen here in our pillow collection;

Shop VIA SAN VITO's pillow collection:
ANELLI Collection in Noir/White/Metallic Gold 
QUATTRO Collection in Noir/White/Sand/Metallic Gold
TREK Collection in Noir/White
STRIATO Collection in Noir/White/Metallic Gold

MY STORY

I have two passions: interior design and writing.

I started blogging a few years ago in hopes of satisfying my craving to write and at the same time to stay in touch with my passion for interior design.  After a couple of months I found myself a little bored, in a sense that I wasn't really exploring my creative side as much as I had hoped to, therefore deeming that blogging just wasn't enough for me.  I knew then and there that I had to be creating something; something tangible, something real, something people can actually pick up, feel and admire.

At the time, being close to the holidays, I had been making plans for my Xmas dinner menu and table decor and immediately went on a hunt for unique napkins and tablecloths that would allow me to mix and match patterns to dress up my table.  I wanted good quality linen in modern, sophisticated prints.  I set out to find such beautiful things.  Much to my dismay, I couldn't find what I was looking for in home decor boutiques and kitchen accessories stores and so I went on an internet rampage to find them.

I was disillusioned by the glorification the internet had provided for objects that had no bearing on my interests.  I knew exactly what I was looking for... I just couldn't find it.  I then had an epiphany... I immediately knew there was a void in the market for such things, and TaaaDaaa... the light bulb went on!  "Hey, if I can't find them out there, why don't I make them?"  I, tout de suite knew what I was going to create.  It was a "now or never" situation and I knew I had to seize it.

And so, many months later... here I am.  My online store and brand name "VIA SAN VITO", named after the street where I was born in Italy.  I hope you join me in my new venture where I will do my best to provide you with beautiful textiles and accessories for your home, and if nothing else, inspire you to make your home the haven you dream of.

Via San Vito Napkin Collection

Via San Vito Pillow Collection

Via San Vito Napkin and Table Runner Collection