Happy Friday

Friday again, woohoo! Here's some red bits to start your weekend off. xoxo

So summer chic...image: Kate Ryan

I've always loved open shelves, seen on Sweetie Pie

I love New York too, spotted on Oh Joy

When I grow up I want a teepee in my room too. Image: Living etc.

And a few things I'd check out -

A fantastic interview here

Cool wide porches here

Check out New York Times' videos, careful, they are addictive

And the national spelling bee winner is....

Swimmers, bathers, bikinis, bathing suits, maillot....

However you call them, they evoke summer like no other word. I was introduced to the brand Eres, many years ago when I was in Paris. A french friend of mine, told me the "ONLY" bathing suit to buy was one from Eres. She said they are tres expensive but "you will have it forever". So I bought one and I still have it and wear it too! Here are some gorgeous ones from the 09 collection. For more check ERES

Breakfast of champions?

Hello lovelies, I'm feeling very uninspired about breakfast (which incidentally) is one of my favorite meals of the day. But I need some new ideas, what do you, dear reader, have for breakfast? Coffee only? Granola, toast...send me some inspiration please.

 

image credit:Nigella

Happy Friday!

Friday again -woohoo. Here are some lovely images to start your Memorial Day weekend. It is going to be very warm this weekend, so why not kick it off with an Acapulco Cliff Hanger:

1 cup watermelon chunks, pureed in the blender and strained (makes about 1/3 cup), 2 ounces Tequlia, 1 ounce lemon simple syrup, 1 ounce lime juice 

1 ounce Cointreau-This inventive drink will take the edge off a scorching afternoon. Fill a chilled glass with ice. Pour everything except the soda, into the glass and stir to chill. Add soda and stir again. Squeeze the lime on top and drop into the glass. Garnish with a lime and a wedge and serve! Bottoms up!

Set the table

Get your grill on...Aussie burgers are ready

And dessert - Strawberry Dumpling anyone? 

Credits: cocktail, Burger and Dumplings, table image

Happy 1st Birthday Sugar Pie!

It has been one whole year since I started Sugar Pie. What a journey it has been; a completely new world has opened up to me. So many inspiring bloggers and lots of lovely, super creative people. Thank you for commenting, following and inspiring me. Cake for all!

Image credit:flickr

Fashion Monday

Some fashion trends I'm really liking...
The sequined look, the other day, a co worker came in with this fab sequined dress, with a little Tee over it. So glam but understated. I'm also loving running shoes with dresses...and head scarves...

Gorgeous Sequined Jacket from Garance Dore

And oddly enough, am digging head scarves. Spotted on Seen and Said.

Spotted on Loveology, dress from this company. 

A look back on Cannes

The Cannes Film Festival is this week, the ultimate in glamour. Here's a look back. Images via The Daily Beast

Charles and Diana

Arnie!

A stunning Sophia Loren. 

Bardot and Picasso

Grace Kelly

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Plum Pretty Sugar

Some gorgeous loungewear for you today. Pretty robes, pants, duvets etc... - from this lovely shop called, Pretty Plum Sugar. I can totally see myself wrapped up in one of the many robes or cover ups. And the table cloths are so sweet too...Come on, have a look. And Happy Thursday. xoxo

Lovely textiles as duvet covers

Very comfy looking PJ bottoms 

A sweet looking table cloth, just ripe for summer. 

This is almost too pretty to wear around the house!

A gorgeous array of caftans

What would you do if...

...you had one completely free afternoon all to yourself? Five glorious hours. I'd picnic in Central Park and then check out this exhibit with Conor. 

image credit: unknown to me

Off to Toronto tonight to spend the weekend with my parents, and to spend Mother's day with my lovely Mum. Looking forward to a relaxing weekend, going on some jogs in the ravine, doing a little shopping, checking out the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and having brunch for Mum at Frank. Happy weekend and to all the mother's out there - have a great Sunday. xox

A pic of Mum

One of the Galleries at the AGO

Frank at the AGO, named after architect Frank Gehry who was responsible for the redesigned of the AGO.

A shot of the redesign

My new favorite....

...bookstore is 192 Books in Chelsea, a fabulous place to browse the best selection of books and they always have great music playing.  

...design look - painted stairs! From Design Sponge. 

...makeup look - gorgeous glittery eye makeup. From Garance Dore

...dress spotted on Mostly Mod

...outdoor space that looks like this. From Desire to Inspire

Tse Tse

Many years ago I had the pleasure of working on some press around this great French company, Tse Tse. Here are some of their quirky, fun designs, including their amazing atelier. 

Some gorgeous ceramics.

Check out the studio, what an inspiring space.

I have a few of their accordion style notebooks.

I love their chandeliers, elegant but fun. 

Happy Friday

Friday again, and time seems to be flying by at warp speed. It's gray here in New York and is meant to be a rainy spring weekend, at least it will be good for the garden! Here are some images I spotted this week from around the web that made me smile...PS I also want to take this time to thank everyone who has commented or followed by little blog. I can't tell you how gratifying it is to know that people feel compelled enough to post a comment or even follow my blog! Creating Sugar Pie has opened my eyes to this whole new global community. Thank you, Michelle xo

A dreamy tub. Image credit Country Living

These flowers just made me smile, seen on Design is Mine. 

Color Me Katie is one of my favorite places to visit, she seems to focus her life around making people smile. Here is a shot of one of her projects. 

I love a nice porch, especially ones that are screened or enclosed a bit. Check out Gil Schaefer's portfolio for more drool worthy inspiration. 

I saw this dress on Bliss and just had to have it. I love the shape and the simplicity.