Illustrations by Caitlin McGauley

Here are some charming interior illustrations by New Yorker Caitlin McGauley - a former Ralph Lauren textile designer, now out on-her-own illustrator. She has created fashionable illustrations for fashion and interior design brands like Kate Spade, Tory Burch and Lonny.

You can buy this print on Caitlin's website.

Orange

According to Kate Spade New York, May is the month of Orange. My brother in law will be happy about this - it is his favourite colour. I'm liking it too - enjoy this cute video celebrating this vibrant colour.
Also check out the cool The Weekly Spade : A Blog About Colour where all things life, fashion and colour come together.
Video via Kate Spade.

Giveaway: Kate Spade Bangle, Winner's Choice

I adore these colorful little bangles by Kate Spade for Spring.  Each is engraved with a cute little saying.

I love them so much I have decided to host a giveaway and one lucky winner can choose the bangle of their choice. So which would you choose? Hot to trot is calling my name!

To enter:

You must be a follower of Inspired Design.

Simply leave a comment below letting me know which bangle you would choose.

Extra entries: Tweet or follow Inspired on Facebook, (leave separate comments).

Be sure to leave your email so I can reach you.

Good luck! 

Simply Smitten: Preppy Bedrooms

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These bright bedrooms are just so ideal for a teenager or college student. Fun, colorful, and exciting which is what that stage of life is all about, don't you think?
Of course, a girl with great preppy style would need accessories that are befitting of a preppy princess!

What would you do differently if you could go back to that time of your life?

Spring Style Picks

It has been such a long snowy Winter.  It is such a breathe of fresh air to

see all of the bright colors available for purchase to liven up our Spring

attire.  

What is on your list of must haves this Spring?

Current giveaways:
Nordicware Ebelskiver from CSN Store
*Winner to be announced Monday!

Twas the Night Before Christmas Fashionista Edition

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house

fashionistas were dreaming of a new Anthro blouse

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
with hopes they be filled with products for hair.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my bed to see what was
the matter.

When what to my wondering eyes should appear but a Kate Spade Tray

and eight tiny reindeer.

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
the prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St. Fashionista came with a bound.

She was decked out in fur, her Louboutins were cool,
And her vintage Chanel bag would make anyone drool.

Her eyeshadow twinkled!  Her dimples how merry!
And her little bow mouth was Vesuvio cherry.

She spoke not a word, but went straight to her work.
She filled all the stockings with rings by Trina Turk.

And laying a finger aside of her nose,
and giving a nod up the chimney she rose.

She sprang to her sleigh, while the neighborhood men gave a whistle,
And away she flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard her exclaim, as she drove out of sight,
"A stylish Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!"






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Get Your Ruby On

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Rich decadent ruby red.  Whether it comes in a precious stone, rich velour or lace it is sure to add a
bit of drama to any interior or outfit.  I have to say I love the Bare Escentuals Ruby lip polish. It's perfect
for attaining a glistening pouty lip and very soft so it works for day or evening.  The fact that it's minty and cooling is an added plus!

Coach Madison Dotted Op Art Mini Skinny

Kate Spade Chime heels

Bare Escentuals Buxom lip polish in Ruby

 Anthropologie Rio lace bra

Ruby clutch Nine West

If the Shoe Fits Wear It

These beautiful shoe displays are creating an intense desire to do some shoe rearranging of my own.

Of course, to achieve the desired look I would have to add some new shoes to my collection.

Here are some shoes I am admiring at the moment:

1)  Michael Kors Vail Boots (perfect for the freezing temps. that will be here soon enough)

2)  Anthropologie Stitched Step Booties (Holy cuteness!)

3) Kate Spade Darla Bow Heel (instant class delivered via heel)

4) Ralph Lauren Pilar Bootie in Bordeaux (rich jewel tone for a burst of color - say no to boring!)

5) Kate Spade flats in Gold Flash (perfect bling to accompany straight legged dark wash denim)

6) Talbots Haircalf ballet flats (every girl needs a dose of animal print in her life)


What shoe are you coveting at the moment?

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