Trainspotting Toile
One of my favourite brunch places in new York City used to be Highlands in the West Village, they served a basil Fawlty (champagne with pear puree and a hint … Continue reading
On Vacation :: Miami
The Pretentious Palette is on vacation this week in Miami! A few images from Slim Aarons showcasing all of our amazing activities…well, almost. But aren’t they inspiring you to take … Continue reading
Trashed…A Serious Question
This blog has devoted itself to sourcing interesting objects, sharing ideas and experiences. It has spoken of fun whimsical items such as the Wes Anderson-inspired summer party & ZOO renovation … Continue reading
Dirty to Dazzling
We often don’t speak of the things that are DIRTY…keeping our dirty clothes, homes and objects hidden in baskets, buckets and bins. But, lately, I feel that cleaning products are … Continue reading
A Pretentious Salad Dressing
I came across this on A Cup of Jo and Mom Filter recently…and thought that this was too pretentious for me to NOT blog about. I ABSOLUTELY love this company … Continue reading
Obsessing about Gold & Leather
My new obsession: How cool are these?! Here is a description on process and materials: This lamp uses a 15th century crafts process where leather is moulded and hardened through … Continue reading
Bebe Discovery :: Garbo and Friends
How adorable are tres chic are these baby items from Garbo & Friends? I adore! Available in Sweden & a few select countries in Europe {See here for … Continue reading
Vacation Badly Needed
The greyness and the cold has kidnapped my soul and all I can think about is leaving to be pampered somewhere, or visually enlightened and creatively inspired. I ran across … Continue reading
On Trend :: Pink & Mint
I’ve become obsessed with the following color palette, inspired by architecture featured abundantly here in Sweden — pink facades with green-oxidized copper roofs. Some architectural inspiration: Items that I would … Continue reading
Spring Planning
In Sweden, it seems that many families own summer homes, tranquil idylls to retreat to from May through September; a haven where families and friends gather to enjoy the long … Continue reading
Dutch Wedding Tradition
Perhaps this should be titled, “Dutch Wedding Practice,” rather than tradition, but I thought this was a really interesting custom that many of you would find noteworthy. We just attended … Continue reading
The ZOO Project
Recently in Amsterdam, we caught up with our newlywed friends who are planning on moving into a Zoo for their home…literally! Their new home used to be the home to … Continue reading
Lazy Girl Dessert
This is delicious and idiot simple to make! You must have a penchant for frozen raspberries though. It only works with raspberries as the frozen centers are tiny in comparison, … Continue reading
Sad Valentine
Yesterday was Valentines day…a day to celebrate with loved ones (whether you are happily coupled-off or dazzlingly single) with an orgy of chocolates and aphrodisiac-releasing food. Timed well (I guess) … Continue reading
Screaming Beans :: Amsterdam
We were just in Amsterdam, a quaint city we called home for about a year (although my husband had lived there for about 5 years before I came along). There … Continue reading
