best of 2012.

I have a semi-big announcement this week before I take a break for the holidays, and it only seems fitting to pay homage to a few favorite designers one last time before 2012 passes before us (and before I share some news about this site). More on that later, but for now – a few

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color of the week: butterscotch.

We still have a few months of winter left here in the midwest, so I’m in the mood for creamy, butterscotch tones to round out this dreary week. Perhaps a butterscotch hot chocolate lies in my future? Regardless, here are a few of my favorite butterscotch-hued products of the moment!: 1. Jess Wainer teardrop vase

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eva malschaert.

Eva’s project “On Tension” is a textile designer’s answer to boring room dividers. It also happens to be my answer to the most awesome thing about today. LINK: EVA MALSCHAERT

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the making of skin rugs.

This interview with Agustina Woodgate on the making of skin rugs is worth a serious read-through. Agustina spent two years dissembling stuffed animals and repurposing their fur into crazy colorful rugs. The result? Breathtaking. LINK: SIGHT UNSEEN

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color of the week: lilac.

I’ve got lilac painted nails as I type this, and I can’t help but reminisce about one of my favorite floral scents every time I look at the keyboard. And although I’ve never been the biggest purple fan, I do love a sweet touch of lilac every now and then: 1. Lilac skinny jeans, £30,

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color of the week: blood orange.

Super saturated with a hint of red, this week’s color is by far my favorite shade of orange. Coincidentally, it’s also my current favorite summer drink. Enjoy!: 1. Cafe chair ($935) at ABC Home 2. Valextra iPad Case ($740) at Barney’s 3. Jil Sander Market Bag ($150) at Mrs H 4. Fitz Table Lamp ($24)

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color of the week: blush.

Wow. I never realized how much I loved the color blush until recently. Now I can’t stop spotting it all over the place!: 1. Soft Pink Ceramic Light Bulbs ($2) at Amazon 2. Canterbury Blush Oxfords ($33) at Ruche 3. Blush Pullover ($51) at Zalando 4. Rodin Olio Lusso Lip Balm ($28) at Barney’s 5.

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