Well, it's that time again! A new month, a new Anthropologie catalogue, and new outfits to drool over. April's offerings are rife with delectable patterns and prints, florals and frills--just right for some spring-inspired outfit to room pairings. I think the above diptych is one of my all-time faves!
Soft sky blue and fresh leaf green whisper quietly of a morning spent puttering in the garden. A blossom bedecked granny flounce is reined in by solid construction, whether it be with clean white pants or a tidy row of built-in cabinets.
It seems that every year, nauticals are proclaimed the 'next big thing', and you won't hear me complain. Of course the standard red, white and blue look charming, but so does the golden yellow of vintage seafaring maps. Add a braided rope accent and you'll be shipshape indeed!
A simple silhouette gets an ornate update in crisp delft blue--perfect for a day of sightseeing or running errands downtown. Similarly, the uncomplicated lines of a spartan bedroom put the focus on an elaborately painted armoire. It's the interiors equivalent of a slow, deep breath!
Lately I adore florals on a dark background, particularly when teamed up with modern accents like architectural tailoring or a blocky sofa. The effect is romantic and dramatic all at the same time; it proclaims a confident femininity that knows its own mind and isn't afraid to express it.
Finally, a buttery cardigan cardigan creates a baroque, ladylike effect when trimmed with ruffles and ruching. Show off your sexiest assets in a refined and elegant way; open an extra button to display a stretch of collarbone, or position your prettiest settee right by the front door where it won't be missed. After all, if you've got it, flaunt it!
P.S. Very honored indeed to be named #14 on a list of the Top 100 Interior Design Blogs!
Fashion Image Credits: Anthropologie Interiors Image Credits: 1, 6. Architectural Digest Russia 2, 4. Italian Country Living
Love the cross-over of fashion and interiors at Anthro... all inspiring eye candy!
Posted by: Nyla | April 05, 2010 at 09:54 AM
sooooo beautiful. you do such a lovely job with these :)
Posted by: barbara | April 05, 2010 at 10:29 AM
I want one of those yellow maps. And the dress that goes with it, too. :)
Congrats on #14! Very well-deserved.
Posted by: Meghan | April 05, 2010 at 11:07 AM
i hadnt even seen the new catalog yet..surprising since i visit their site about every other day!
Posted by: brooke | April 05, 2010 at 11:36 AM
Love everything, but that first skirt is YUCKY!
Posted by: sketch42 | April 05, 2010 at 11:39 AM
gorgeous darling!
Posted by: erin | April 05, 2010 at 11:40 AM
congrats on being number #14, you totally deserve to be #1! i always love looking at your blog for the best design inspirations! and you outdid yourself again with this anthro to room collection!
Posted by: Sandy | April 05, 2010 at 11:44 AM
Hi Anne,
Any idea what that yellow is called in the last image. I am trying to find something like that for our living room.
PS hope you are well.
Michelle x
Posted by: michelle | April 05, 2010 at 12:20 PM
lovely images! can't wait to check out the catalogue. congrats on top 100:) 14 is fabulous. xo
Posted by: sarah | April 05, 2010 at 12:23 PM
Love that yellow dress!!! Lovely photos:)
Posted by: hege | April 05, 2010 at 01:13 PM
Great post! Love them all! Congrats on the top 100 you deserve it!
Posted by: forget.me.knot.weddings | April 05, 2010 at 01:31 PM
These are pretty beautiful and inspiring. I haven't seen the new catalog yet. I think it's time to check it out.
Posted by: Melissa Allam | April 05, 2010 at 04:04 PM
Oh Anne! What lovely pairings. All of those rooms are just chalk full of inspiration! xx
Posted by: blair | April 05, 2010 at 07:11 PM
Congrats on your "P.S." news! Totally deserved!! (And totally lovin' these rooms. Wow)
Posted by: Vivi | April 05, 2010 at 07:12 PM
girlie, i LOVE this post! fantastic. and congrats to you sweetness. you deserve the goodness!
xo
Posted by: ashlina | April 05, 2010 at 09:13 PM
Great job pairing these!! Love it all!! xx
Posted by: simply grove | April 05, 2010 at 10:44 PM
Wow, you've done this so well, love the first pairing! And congrats on the top 100!x
Posted by: Lana | April 06, 2010 at 04:38 AM
LOVE! you have an incredible sense of style...
xoxo
Posted by: Susan | April 06, 2010 at 01:11 PM
I never even thought of comparing the catalog's half rooms and half outfits to each other. How clever! I was too caught up in the scenery behind the clothes--I'm pretty sure I recognize a lot of Brasil in there. And hello. Stumbled across your blog through google, and it's marvelous and pretty. :-)
Posted by: Hannah | April 06, 2010 at 02:11 PM
You did it again...simply stunning match ups. Anthro is just so damn inspiring - loved where you took it.
Posted by: Kristi | April 06, 2010 at 11:43 PM
There is indeed a lot of Brazil. For more colonial pieces, please visit www.oficinainglesa.com. Oficina Inglesa is a leading Latin American furniture manufacturer and their website is amazing.
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I definitely want to visit India. I write a little wanderlust travel blog and have posted about it a couple times.
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