John Robshaw block-print textiles

The next time I get the urge to buy $100+ throw pillows (and really, who hasn't been there?), I'm heading straight for John Robshaw's hand block-printed fabrics.

 

Pichwai moss decorative pillow: Pichhwai is a traditional art form that serves to narrate tales of Krishna. A small folk painting in this style, of a garden full of fountains and birds, caught my eye for its interesting native style. ($115)

Emiliana Torrini - "Sunny Road" music video

Compelling and a little bit creepy: Icelandic singer Emiliana Torrini sings Sunny Road, from her Fisherman's Woman album (animated).

BCBG Maz Azria Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear

I have a soft spot for BCBG Max Azria - probably because they make clothes that I can see myself wearing in everyday life. This is especially true of the Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear collection, which was designed specifically to cater to the recession-minded customer. And it doesn't hurt that the collection features lashings of gray - my favorite color, of course.

Valentine's Day parfait hearts

Valentine's Day is almost upon us, and heaven knows it's a challenge to be creative and original every year. But Joseph Erdos's recipe for blood orange parfait hearts looks like just the thing for a sweet surprise.

Via the Gastronomer's Guide

RIP Alexander McQueen

Fashion designer Alexander McQueen has committed suicide at age 40 -- three days after his mother's death, and the same day he was scheduled to present his McQ Fall 2010 collection at New York Fashion Week.

Photo by Derrick Santini.

Mary-Kate beats the winter blues

Mary-Kate Olsen steps out in a red Lanvin coat. It could be gorgeous, but it looks like it's spent half its life crumpled on the floor. Also, this is a tall person's coat - probably not for someone who tops out at just over 5 feet. That said, I still love it.

Parachute duvet cover

I think I need to admit that gray is my favorite color. It's comforting and neutral without being boring beige.

So I love this cotton voile duvet cover from West Elm. Simple, but the ruching piques my interest.