GEO LOUNGE

This week's Fashion Friday design board is inspired by Marco de Vincenzo Ready-to-Wear Spring 2015 Collection; in particular the geometric prints that I so lovingly adore. 

When we think of geometrics in interiors, we often think of bold bright patterns in different shapes and sizes. Geometry is ubiquitous in our natural environment and will often also be found in architecture, furniture design, and fabrics. It is no longer confined to being displayed as art and is accessible to all.

It is not just a contemporary trend; it is one that has endured throughout history. The Ancient Greek and Moroccans both used bold geometric patterns as part of their architectural and interior design. The idea that a simple shape can create complex patterns is something this is universally appreciated.

Geometric prints are immediate eye catchers, and the most important thing is to have fun with it. These prints are meant to be fun and exciting whether it's for your wardrobe or your interior spaces.

My favorite design element in this design board is the Mirth Studio wood tiles designed by 

Antonino Buzzetta. You can view Mirth Studio's fantastic wood tile collection here.

Have a lovely weekend, Ciao

 xo,

Emi

SOPHISTICATED OASIS

This week I am inspired by the beautiful whites of the Ralph Lauren Spring 2015 Ready-to-Wear Collection. I think a woman who can wear white from head to toe is modern, sophisticated and demure. She wears it with confidence and holds nothing back and all the while keeps an unassuming attitude about who she is.

I have always dreamed of an all-white bedroom. An all-white color scheme looks so inviting...clean, effortless and achingly romantic. With such a restrained use of color, it's very important to use a variety of textures in a space like this. A lack of color means every element in your design should somehow stand out whether it be through its texture, form, or function. A peaceful, soothing room like this will give you the impression like you are on the clouds. I wouldn't mind sleeping on clouds, would you?

Have a lovely weekend, Ciao

  xo, 

Emi

FLOWER POWER BABY

Nothing is so sublime as a flower. This week's design board is inspired by the Flower trend in fashion. Although I don't think florals should be called a "trend" any longer, as colorful blossoms continue to pop up in fashion year after year, they can very well be called a "classic" instead. There's always a new incarnation of floral patterns and this year it's BIG and it's BOLD any they come in all shapes and sizes.

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2015

Thom Brown Spring 2015

Michael Kors Spring 2015

Valentino Spring 2015

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 2015

Christian Dior Spring 2015

Marni Spring 2015

Chanel Spring 2015

Celine Spring 2015

Have a lovely weekend, Ciao

xo,

Emi

SUPER CHIC - ROSE GOLD

Rose Gold is definitely having a moment right now, and I am totally in love.  It's cropping up in many areas of design - fashion, jewelry and home design. Nothing says glamorous like a few rose gold home decor accessories to brighten a room.

FRANCO MOSCHINO - FASHION DESIGNER EXTRAORDINAIRE

Today marks the 20th anniversary of Franco Moschino's death.

Franco Moschino was an Italian fashion designer remembered for his witty, colorful, lively and provocative designs.  He put humor into fashion, but at a high-quality level.  A native Italian, he was born in a small town near Milan.  Franco developed a keen interest in art and drawing as a young child.  In his later years, in order to finance his education he began to sketch fashion designs and illustrations for fashion magazines and houses.  Eventually, his clever designs caught the eye of fashion designer Gianni Versace.  He later began his career with Versace as a sketcher which led to another position as a designer with another Italian fashion house. 

In 1983, Franco left Versace and opened his own company under his own label, Moschino.  His first showing was wildly successful.  The Moschino style was established in a few short years and was easily recognized the world over. Elegant design, perfect mastery of the classic techniques of "cutting and stitching" inherited from the Italian tailoring tradition together with a sharp, mocking humor were Moschino's hallmarks.

The popularity of the Italian brand grew so much that Moschino ended up becoming one of the internationally famous fashion designers he so famously mocked in his work.

Since Moschino's death, Rosella Jardini has served as the label's creative director, turning out playful, wearable collections.

Franco Moschino has left an indelible mark on fashion history and although no longer with us, his sense of irony, his playfulness, individuality and genius still live on through the work being created by the Moschino Group.

MOSCHINO FALL/WINTER 2014-2015 COLLECTION

MOSCHINO FALL/WINTER 2014-2015 COLLECTION

MOSCHINO FALL/WINTER 2014-2015 COLLECTION