April 05, 2012

Colorful World - Ombre!

I am watching the pattern treatment called ombre pop up everywhere! Chairs, fashion, fabrics....cakes!  I am thinking about doing some Spring ballet flats for 2013 inspired by this slight ethereal treatment. It is so soft yet so bold - it's a perfect mix for Valentina!

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March 21, 2012

Home Love - in an airstream!

I am currently obsessed with airstreams and this remodel of one into a studio is super-to-die-for -fab! Seen on Design Sponge, it has the perfect layout and color scheme to inspire great creavity. I am doing an event in one - sneak peak pics coming soon....

 

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March 12, 2012

Home + Interior Design Love

I am excited that I am having a Valentina event in Houston at a friend's home that is full of creative spaces. I love aligning Valentina with places, design and people that speak to our brand and celebrate it. These stairs are so much fun and so happy!  Thank you Shelley for opening up your home to our company - it is going to be a fun event! In Houston and want to be invited? Email me

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March 09, 2012

Neon a go-go!

 Love this color board by blogger Monika of Dr's. Closet found on Pinterest! I have some big ideas for Spring '13 and neon is a part of it. I remember being in love with "day glo" in the 80's when I was young (did I just give my age away?) and now my daughter (and muse) is a huge fan. It all circles back, doesn't it?

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March 08, 2012

Creative Juice - It's a Colorful World

Kaleidoscope is about all things happy,  color and creativity. This door says it all! I am thinking I need bright yellow espadrilles in my 2013 Spring collection and the door is my template. How fun to come home to.....

 

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