Let’s turn the floor over to the great Jim Williamson, shall we? From the overflow of September issues in my mailbox, I can tell fall is almost here. So forget that it will be 100 degrees today, tomorrow, and for the foreseeable future because it’s time to start thinking about all those heavy layers and warm fabrics like wools, cashmeres, and suedes. Are you sweating yet?
I’m not sure which look to go for this fall. Should it be ’60s mod, ’80s mod (not sure I want to revisit that era, although it was a lot of fun), or Dior-clad, hedge-fund mod? I am currently rocking the tri-compartmental osteoarthritis knee-mod look. I can’t begin to tell you how sexy the look is.
After flipping through a few issues that are almost as heavy as Big Ray, it looks like I also need to change up the hair. Just when I was getting used to high and tight on the sides, it’s time to grow it back out. At least that is one thing hair is good at: growing. I wish it would grow more in some places and less in others.
Did you read about the lady who eschewed shampoo for years and now says her hair maintains itself. Seriously? Maintains itself? Have you seen my hair when I wake up in the morning? Probably not. Let me describe it for you: It looks like Miley snuck in during the night and did a world tour on my head. But all this woman uses is some diluted baking soda and some apple cider vinegar to wash her hair when needed. I don’t know about you, but for some reason apple cider vinegar just reminds me of those awful smelling perms my mom would get back in the day. Of course, she had to drag me along with her to the Cut and Curl, me being the youngest child and all. And yes, they had electricity and moving vehicles back then. And how were all those trips with her to the “beauty parlor”? It’s called Steel Magnolias.
Since we all will be changing up our wardrobes soon, we will also need to do some changing up at home. I mean, you don’t want your new fall wardrobe to clash with your interiors, do you? I think not. You are the queen or king of your domain, and as such it should also look amazing. But don’t worry, changing up for the season doesn’t mean you have to break the bank, although on my end of the design spectrum, we do prefer if you do a little tapping of that wallet.
Start with some new pillows. Pick pillows in autumnal tones that will also match the flowers and other decorations for the season. Then start switching out some of your accessories. Get some new boxes, bowls, and even some new coffee table books. Whatever you like, just be sure to pull in the colors of the season and from those pillows. I also like to switch out lamps and/ or lamps shades. It is a nice way to bring in even more color, and people will think you have redone the entire room. And don’t forget about a throw or two. A throw is great way to add additional color and texture. And if you want to really switch things up, you could think about doing some slipcovers for sofas, lounge chairs, or even dining chairs. But please make sure they are fitted and not all slumpy in what used to be called “shabby chic.” There is nothing chic about an ill-fitting slipcover. Would you wear a designer dress that wasn’t tailored?
Now here is a sneak peek, because by using the words “sneak peek,” I think I can technically get around those press embargoes until the actual launch on September 2. This image is from one of our all-time favorites, Designers Guild. I know I post a lot of their images. Want to know why? Because they do awesome photography. They also create beautiful products.
In our sneak peek, we see the beautiful new Indupala Silks collection. Gorgeous. You can fall in love with it now (see how I slipped “fall” back in?), but like I said, don’t ask for samples until September 2. Okay? Also, don’t tell London you saw this.
Happy Friday!
