My obsession of the season is tiny little animal prints on clothes. I can't get enough. And if you have kids (which I do, obviously), they love 'em! ("Mommy, why do you have elephants on your shirt? You're so silly, Mommy!") I recently found a bunch of floaty scarves with owls on them that make perfect end-of-year gifts for my kids' teachers: playful, but right on target for these hipster... Read more
So a few weeks back I posted a photoshopped version of the outside of our new house. Right now it's sort of a dirty off white. I was considering painting it grey, but in reality, the charcoal that I would prefer is too dark for painting vinyl siding (supposedly dark colors can absorb heat and cause the siding to warp). So in re-thinking the colors, my new solution is to power wash the outside and... Read more
1. Interior by Viva Wallpaper 2. Bedroom via Domino Magazine 3. Living Room by Alexandra Rowley- Lauren Read more
Well, Labor Day came and went and I can't believe summer is officially over. Here in New Jersey, the heat is still rearing its head and I'm trying to take advantage of it as much as possible before the crisp fall days set in (something I'm looking forward to after 4 + years in Cali). I recently discovered a tucked away playground in Hoboken with a fun little water park. Been taking Bryan there on... Read more
My sister-in-law Soyoung from Dogear Press is back this week, helping me fill in while I attempt to keep our renovation under control. Today she's giving us some masculine party inspiration:This year, my husband (who also happens to be Jess’s brother!) and I didn’t get the chance to properly celebrate his birthday, and I’ve been feeling a bit guilty about it ever since. If we had a spare... Read more
Our Labor Day weekend was fun and relaxing. Dinner with friends, bagels and lox at the Hoboken waterfront overlooking the city, staying in for movie night and then culminating in a block party on our future block in Millburn. We met a lot of great neighbors and confirmed the fact that we are moving into a great neighborhood full of fun families and tons of kids. How did you spend your last... Read more
1. Interior via “Chic by Accident”2. Unknown 3. Interior via Elle Decor- Lauren Read more
This summer finds us in Tahoe City, CA for two sun-soaked weeks. Days are spent bouncing from the pool, where my son hones his swimming skills , to the rocky Commons Beach where my husband can take a spin on the kayak while the kids clamber around the adjacent playground, to the bike path where I take my daily walks while my daughter snoozes in the stroller. We finish with meat on the grill... Read more
So, as I mentioned in my last post about the massive kitchen renovation we are undertaking, well, part one of the massive renovation involves re-thinking the layout of the kitchen and moving a powder room. Part two is the fun part that involves the selection of materials and finishes and hardware. Well, the hardware is obvious - we are using Nest Studio'sbaubles of course and adding a touch of... Read more
Hi, all! This is Soyoung from Dogear Press, and I’m happy to be popping in over at The Eagle’s Nest while Jess is busy with renovations on Chez Davis East. I don’t know about you all, but I can’t wait to see how their house turns out… I thought I would kick off my Eagle’s... Read more
1. Dining Room by Stephen Shubel 2. Dining Room by Arbre De Matisse Lourdes Gutierrez- Lauren Read more
So Kelly from Studio DIY and I hit up the NYIGFon Tuesday at the Javitz Center. We were both new to the gift fair and it was about as overwhelming as we had anticipated. Luckily we wore sensible shoes and only made the mistake of bringing a few heavy items along with us. I think the stationery in the main show and the home decor items at Pier 94 were my favorites. I'm so excited to sort through... Read more