simply iley

2012-02-05T21:09:00.000+11:00

Well, I have decided to change blog hosts, so this will be my last simply iley post.I was given an iPad for Christmas and whilst I love blogging, I can't blog using an iPad (I can, but with great difficulty and a lot of unnecessary effort). Apparently, Apple doesn't allow blogger (owned by google) to be used on the iPad, which is very annoying!So, as a result, I have developed a new blog through Wordpress, where I can upload images to the blog using my iPad. I have also changed the name to simply sukha.Please pop by and see my new blog at www.simplysukha.wordpress.comSee you all soon!!

what I'm loving today

2012-01-09T11:32:00.001+11:00

what I'm loving today

2012-01-02T09:19:00.001+11:00

I love this bed - so simple & beautiful. The neutral colours create such a calming feel which I think is so important being that your bedroom is a place of rest and recuperation at the end of each day.

I also love this mirror - so beautifully striking. I am looking for a similar mirror for our bedroom & that mirror would be so perfect!

Images via Emma's Design Blog

bali & lombok

2012-01-01T20:00:00.000+11:00

This year I'm hoping Richard and I can take a short trip away to somewhere warm around July/August (by the end of winter I am always so desperately hanging out for the sun) and being that I love travel so much, I'm already on the task of trying to work out where we should go!

I adore Asia - the climate, the people, the food and it is so cheap (generally!), so I think we'll head that way.

I have been looking at Bali & Lombok. We haven't been to Bali before (everyone who has been has loved it) and Lombok is a little unknown, so that excites me.

I'm not sure where we should stay in Bali. At this stage Ubud appeals to me, but I'm not sure. Any suggestions???

I came across The Lombok Lodge located in Lombok (what would you do now days without Trip Advisor!) and I instantly fell in love. This boutique hotel looks absolutely gorgeous & it has only been open since June 2010. I think this is where we'll have to stay (now I just need to convince Richard!).

happy new year

2012-01-01T17:49:00.001+11:00

happy NY! I wish everyone a healthy, happy & successful 2012.

"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined."

merry christmas

2011-12-30T16:20:00.001+11:00

merry Christmas!!! I hope everyone had a fabulous day, enjoyed large amounts of food (I certainly did!) and shared some quality time with immediate and/or extended family.

Christmas day is such a massive day, that by the end of the day it feels like a bit of a whirlwind. Always thoroughly enjoyable though.

I have only a few days left of annual leave and I'm back at work (quite depressing, but I'm trying to not think about it!) and the weather in Melbourne is improving every day - beautiful clear, blue skies. In light of this wonderful weather and the fact I am on holidays, I thought I would post a few images which, for me, signify summer. Oh, I love summer so much!!

Images courtesy of l'ilot

travelling around the world on a budget

2011-11-09T19:53:00.000+11:00

i don't really talk much about travelling on this blog, although maybe I should, being that I love to travel and I adore googling boutique hotels around the world (I have a list of places I want to stay at!).

My sister mentioned a blog that she has started to follow called snap and blabs. This is a blog about a family travelling around the world on a budget (how amazing!) and at the moment, they're 254 days into it!

So many people live their life by what they think is "responsible" or what they "should" do, but I am so inspired by people who follow their dreams, take risks and live the life they dream. We only live once!

The snaps and blabs adventure is incredible and anyone who loves travel and dreams of packing up and travelling for a while (I still tell Richard we'll do this one day!!), then this blog is worth having a look at. Very inspiring - just beautiful!!!!

new york fashion week

2011-09-13T21:12:00.000+10:00

wouldn't it be amazing to be in New York right now attending New York Fashion Week? Some pieces are a little on the wild side although many are simply gorgeous (if only I could get my hands on them, but then again, they probably wouldn't have the same effect on me as that on a supermodel. For starters, no bra is a no go for me!!! I'll stop there - you get the picture!).

Below are a few pics I have selected ...... and they're only a few of the many gorgeous frocks I came across whilst browsing the web.

Anna Sui

Diane von Furstenberg

Donna Karan

Jason Wu

L.A.M.B

Vera Wang

Vivienne Tam

fabulous children's rooms

2011-09-12T21:18:00.000+10:00

what great children's rooms. I particularly love the room with the green carpet - very fun!

images via Remodelista

white & bright

2011-09-10T13:04:00.001+10:00

being that we are in the early days of spring (although the weather this weekend feels as though were are in the middle of winter), I'm drawn to summer houses - it's obviously a sign that I'm completely hanging out for summer!

The below house (found via Apartment Therapy) is a single story ranch style home in the hills of Santa Barbara, California. It is so beautifully colourful, crisp and relaxing - I absolutely adore it.

We have recently purchased a house by the beach that we're renovating and this look is exactly what I hope to create. International textiles combined with bright colours, combined with simple, beautiful furniture creates a perfectly relaxing atmosphere. Oh, I'm in love!!

happy friday

2011-09-09T07:55:00.000+10:00

happy Friday! It's miserable outside today - I think they are forecasting hail - what happened to our beautiful spring weather we were experiencing earlier this week!? Typical Melbourne weather!

I came across a gorgeous house via Habitus Living which is based in Singapore.

Spilling over two floors, the 526 square metre home finished in 2010 appears to float on the freshwater pond that surrounds it. Built to accommodate the tropical climate and the family’s desire for joint outdoor zones, the L-shape structure is pushed as far back as possible on the 1124 square metre block to create the illusion of space.

I love the wide, open spaces, the large windows, the crisp, white walls, the pool.....everthing! If I ever live in a toprical environment and have bundles of money, this is exactly what I would love to live in.

Have a fabulous weekend!

new market & chan luu

2011-09-08T07:53:00.001+10:00

It was my Birthday last week and I caught up with my lovely three sisters last night for dinner. It was a great night.

We ate at Newmarket Hotel in St Kilda (I have been dying to go there for quite sometime). Not only is the food amazingly delicious (shared food - Latin American inspired) the interiors, designed by six degrees architects, was fabulous - huge concrete arches, tartan carpet and salvaged wallpaper – unusual choices that gives the restaurant/pub an undeniable edge-iness.

Also, I was very lucky to receive a Chan Luu bracelet for my Birthday, which I absolutely adore. I have not heard of Chan Luu before, so this morning (last night I was too tired and needed sleep!) I was straight onto the website to check it out.

Chan Luu's collection comprises jewellery for men and women, accessories and apparel. Boho-luxe, her pieces are inspired by cultures around the world.

Originally from Vietnam, Chan Luu moved to Boston and later Los Angeles to earn a degree in Fashion Design at the Fashion Institute of Design in 1975. She opened her own boutique in 1982 and began designing her own accessories in 1996. Her pieces have been featured in Vogue, Elle, Glamour, Harper Bazaar and InStyle and her designs have been worn by celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Mischa Barton, Sandra Bullock, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Drew Barrymore and Janet Jackson (I can't believe I didn't even realise!!). Using hand cut semi-precious stones, beads, and colored fresh water pearls, Chan's trademark is her artistic skill in combining unusual forms with beautiful colors to create truly striking pieces which set the trend in fashion jewellery.

If you haven't had a look at her pieces, it's definitely worth a peek.

designskool

2011-09-05T20:38:00.001+10:00

i love finding a new blog, particularly when it is fabulous!

I came across designskool, via Remodilsta - very cool. Eclectic, inspiring and original - the basis of the blog is "be yourself and the rest will follow".

I love interiors that are not perfect and are not following a trend, but built based on one's personality, life, style and travels - this is what interiors are really about and what makes them so beautiful.

etsy

2011-09-05T19:46:00.000+10:00

I love browsing on etsy. I have to admit, there are a few unsual items that are not really to my taste, but often I come across a shop that sells some amazing pieces and I instantly save them under my "Favtourites". Etsy is so big now, once I have come across a great find, I don't won't to lose it!

Whilst browsing on etsy the other day I came across lacasadecoto - handmade crochet cushions, rugs and pouffes. The pouffes and rugs are great - fabulous colours - very fun and bright.

We have a lovely orange mark on our cream carpet (thanks to my boyfriend - his orange sports drink leaked in his bag on the floor!). Oh well, one of these circular rugs will hide the mark - perfect! Great price as well - definitely within my budget.

Lacasadecoto is well worth having a look at if you get the chance.

happy Friday

2011-09-02T08:07:00.000+10:00

happy Friday everyone! My favourite day of the week!

I came across Norrgavel, a Swedish furniture company, via Emma's Design Blog. I have to say I was instantly struck by their beautiful, natural furniture and the images of their new catalogue - amazing. I think I spent a few minutes staring at each photo - perfectly styled, perfectly photographed and everthing pictured I would love to get my hands on.

Have a great weekend!

happy monday

2011-08-29T10:21:00.001+10:00

happy Monday!

Unfortunately, I'm home sick today - it seems I have come down with a cold. However, I thought I would boost my spirits by posting a few beautiful images.

The weather this weekend was amazing - it's really beginning to feel like we're finally at the end of winter and quickly approaching summer. I am so looking forward to some warm, sunny weather.

Based on that, I thought I would post some images of a stylish retreat in Spain. The crisp white interiors exude calmness and simplicity. Oh, if only Spain was a few hours away!

Images via Tasty Hotels

hello!

2011-08-27T19:34:00.001+10:00

Apologies for not blogging for awhile - as you can imagine, life has been a little hectic. However, I have really missed blogging and sharing with others what I love.

I was thinking....... although life is busy, it is not an excuse to put what one enjoys on the bottom of their "to do list". In doing this, I think you unconciously lose a little of yourself and who you are. We all have lives that are demanding, whether that is caring for children, working full-time , maintaining a house or catching up with friends and family, but regardless, it is so important to set aside some time for you and what you enjoy.

This blog is a forum to share my finds and to do something that I enjoy - some time for me. I can't wait to get back into it again!

See you soon!

a lazy summer day

2011-06-27T19:58:00.000+10:00

Winter has definitely settled in for a little while and I am already looking forward to some beautiful, warm sunshine. On these cold days, I regularly day dream that I am lying by a luxurious pool with a good book, falling in and out of sleep (my ideal holiday). Oh, how I love those lazy summer days.

Count down to summer!!

Images via Cote Maison and French By Design.

coloured antlers

2011-06-04T18:22:00.001+10:00

i came across Cassandra Smith on etsy and her designs, while a little different, are appealing and fun.

Cassandra hand paints naturally shed Sika Deer antlers using acrylic paint. Sika Deer are native to East Asia and unfortunately, this deer is now almost extinct everywhere but Japan.

Cassandra also sells other unique items, but I have to say, the painted deer antler is my favourite. A painted antler to hang on a wall, or simply to use as display piece, would look great in any room.

fun furniture from anthropologie

2011-06-04T17:38:00.000+10:00

undecorate

2011-06-04T16:26:00.002+10:00

i came across a new design book called "Undecorate" this morning whilst reading the newspaper and I can't wait to get my hands on it.

"Undecorate", produced by Christiane Lemieux, founder of DwellStudio, discusses how the best interiors are those that exhibit a no rules approach to interior design.

For many years, people looked to fashion and design experts to learn how to style their home and what items and colours they should or should not have, but really, with the explosion of design blogs and online magazines over recent years, many people are now looking at what real people, like us, are doing. We are reality - seeking to create a home that is comforting, stylish and appealing coupled with an environment where we can relax after a long day at work, that is child friendly, that you're proud to invite friends over to see and that, most importantly (unfortunately!) is budget friendly.

Interior design is exciting and this books illustrates what fabulous creations "real" people can achieve - the non fashion and design experts!

hollywood house

2011-06-03T20:49:00.002+10:00

there is something about Tori Spelling that interests me.

Last year I watched (or I could possibly have been addicted!) to her "Home Sweet Hollywood" reality show - there was somthing about Tori that hooked me in. Whilst she was born in one of the most famous and wealthiest families in Hollywood, she has developed into a down-to-earth (as much as you can living in Holloywood) person who experiences the same struggles (eg: being a mum and working) as others in modern society.

Tori displays incredible style. Personally and in the home, her style is relaxed, simple and beautifully constructed.

I noticed her and her husband's (Dean McDermott) house in Hollywood is for sale (approx. $3.2 million US) and it looks stunning. Whilst it is a typical Hollywood mansion, the interior creates a stylish and homely feel. If only I had a spare $3.2 million!

Hooked on Houses

dhoku rugs from instanbul

2011-05-22T20:33:00.000+10:00

these beautiful dhoku rugs will look stunning in any modern home.

Images via Remodilsta & Loom

vintage moroccan wedding blanket

2011-05-22T19:46:00.000+10:00

I came across the vintage Moroccan wedding blanket at Table Tonic - what a fabulous idea!

Moroccan wedding blankets are sourced high in the Atlas mountains in Berber villages. The blankets were made for Berber brides, who would wear them as capes to keep warm as they were walking to their new husband’s house. The women in the bride’s family would work on each one for months, using hand loomed sheep’s wool and painstakingly adding round, metal sequins one by one, by hand. All that work takes a lot of time, so these precious creations were reserved for the best and most important day – the wedding.

What a beautiful, unique gift!

weaving

2011-04-02T17:31:00.000+11:00

Via Hannah Waldron (a very talented lady!)

rugs

2011-03-11T20:30:00.000+11:00

I just love these rugs from Anthropologie. The patterns and colours are so eclectic.

fred shand

2011-02-04T19:15:00.000+11:00

Fred Shand recently developed a range of rugs and pillows for Anthropology and I absolutely adore them - I couldn't help but show you her creations!

Fred worked closely with artisans from Delhi, London and New York to design each piece. Perfectly designed and created, each rug and pillow is beautifully unique - the colours and patterns work so well together - I haven't seen anything like them before.

I can't stop looking at them! They are gorgeous!

france

2011-02-03T22:02:00.003+11:00

My sister has recently started learning French and it has got me thinking how wonderful it would be to spend three months living in France, learning the language and experiencing the "French lifestyle".

I have to admit, I'm not entirely sure what the "French lifestyle" actually is!, but I picture waking up in a gorgeous French villa, riding my bicycle into the town in the morning to collect croissants for breakfast and bread for lunch, enjoying a lovely, long breakfast, followed by a long lunch a few hours later (with a glass or two of wine, of course!) and then a nap in the afternoon, followed by dinner.

I know this a fantasy and that the majority of French people don't live like this everyday, but it sure would be nice to experience this for a few months in one's lifetime! I think it's the simplicity that I am drawn to and being able to enjoy the scenery, food, wine and quietness that the French countryside has to offer.

I think this will definitely be added to my bucket list!

images courtsey of South France Villas

today I'm thinking about lights

2011-01-28T19:11:00.000+11:00

I often think about what type of lights I'm going to have in my house one day. Should I choose something different in each room, or should I stick to a certain theme? (It's funny the things one thinks about - this would never enter my partner, Richard's, mind!).

There are so many beautifully designed ceiling lights available now days. Lights can really make or break the look of a room, so I think it's so important to get it right. Chandeliers are classic and can look absolutely stunning, but a simple light hanging from the ceiling (similar to the below image) is also gorgeous.

What are your thoughts?

cococozy

2011-01-26T12:33:00.000+11:00

I just came across this amazing new online shop called COCOCOZY.

Coco (her nickname) has produced her first line of beautiful fine linen pillows, knit throws, window coverings and unique finds. I particularly love the geometric prints, which are available in a mix of colours.

Not only does Coco have great taste, but what I admire mostly is that, like myself, she is not an interior designer or decorator but rather, Coco is simply following her passion for homewares and beautiful pieces, whilst working full-time in a completely different area. Very inspirational!

Coco's shop and blog are definitely worth visiting. All the best Coco!

suzani craze

2011-01-21T20:39:00.000+11:00

I know suzani textiles have been popular for a while now, but I still can't get enough of them. Beautifully created with amazing colours, suzani throws look fantastic on any wall, floor or bed.

A couple of months ago I came across L'Aviva Home, who sell stunning textiles (including suzani textiles), objects and dowry's. It's definitely well worth checking out their website.

Another great store is Material Recovery, from Etsy. Material Recovery perfectly pair antique textiles from Central and East Asia with vintage and antique furniture to create unique and stunning pieces to fill one's home. (I have my eye on a few of their lamp shades!!)

Anyway, enjoy looking at the pictures and browsing the websites. You will definitely add a couple of pieces to your "to buy one day" list!!!

an ideal bathroom

2011-01-18T19:56:00.000+11:00

I cannot get enough of these pictures.

These images just ooze simplicity and style - the stone / concrete sink and tiles on the floor - what a perfect bathrooom! I just love it!

Images via the style files

some inspiration

2011-01-11T21:44:00.000+11:00

Some inspiration.....

Images via Emma's Design Blog

eclectic sweedish home

2011-01-06T20:10:00.000+11:00

Whilst the below pictures have been posted on several blogs (emmas design blog and style-files), I just have to post it as well. The interior is so cool and I'm just absolutely loving it.

Each piece works so well together and creates such a fantastic fun, chic and eclectic look. Stunning!

african clay necklaces

2011-01-05T21:18:00.000+11:00

Happy New Year everyone!

It's been a while since I have posted a blog. Sorry - I have been enjoying the Christmas festive season too much and I have been away. I have just returned from a fabulous holiday in Noosa, Queensland. Oh, it was so relaxing - I didn't want to leave!

Anyway, back to work again and back to reality. I'm already browsing the Internet for our next holiday!

I have recently sourced the below pictured African clay necklaces and I absolutely adore them. Unique, chic and stylish, a combination of the plain beaded necklace with the cross necklace looks fabulous together. Absolutely beautiful! I hope you like them too!

bouvier jewellery at iley

2010-12-19T19:08:00.000+11:00

Bouvier jewellery has finally arrived at iley and each piece is absolutely stunning.

Bouvier jewellery is created by Rebecca Raft and carefully handmade in Sydney, Australia. The Bouvier brand stands for sensual design, bold and modern with a neo-classical flavour. Rebecca's designs are inspired by beautiful objects washed up by the sea and by fabulous women from history.

Each piece is beautifully unique, elegant, stylish and modern and are ideal for everyday wear and formal occasions.

crochet throws at iley

2010-12-19T10:24:00.001+11:00

I am so excited, as I have sourced two beautiful vintage crochet throws from Denmark, which I am selling through iley. They are gorgeous (I want to keep them for myself!).

Both throws, one with a diamond design and the other a flower design, are a perfect mix of modern and classic design. Both designs are very traditional, yet the sharp white colour provides a contemporary and stylish appearance.

These throws are perfect to place on the end of a bed, couch or chair. They will definitely provide a softness to any room.

2010-12-18T20:17:00.000+11:00

Discovered via Remodelista, Texan Barbara Hill is amazingly talented. Lived and worked in South America and now in Mexico, Barbara has been involved in art and design for over twenty years.

Her designs are modern, simple and liveable - looks which I admire and I hope one day will reflect the interiors in my house. Oh, it's so nice to dream!

alexander & viktoria

2010-12-18T19:04:00.000+11:00

These linen and velvet cushions are beautiful. Created by Swedish designers, Alexander Gistedt & Viktoria Nygren, the textile pieces are inspired by gardens in children's fairy tales. Whilst modern, the cushions also demonstrate aspects of old world.

Via Remodelista & Lisa Fontanarosa

amanda mclauchlan

2010-12-16T21:06:00.000+11:00

I came across Amanda McLaughan via desire to inspire. Her photography is genius - so beautiful, simple, creative and natural. Simply stunning!

stylish christmas decorations

2010-12-14T20:40:00.001+11:00

These pictures demonstrate that using grey can create a beautiful Christmas look.

images via The Style Files

all over now

2010-12-14T20:21:00.000+11:00

I came across this neckalce at Luella & June - isn't is gorgeous!? The "all over now" necklace is created by Elva Fields (it's well worth checking out her website).

I might need to add it to my Christmas list!

lesley dilcock

2010-12-13T20:48:00.001+11:00

I came across a book at my sister's house recently and as soon as I opened the cover I became completely captivated and could not put it down!

"Global Style: Exotic elements in contemporary interiors" is written by Lesley Dilcock and the photography is by Catherine Gratwicke. The images are gorgeous - stylish contemporary interiors with global influences.

Lesley Dilcock was one of the founding members of the UK edition of Marie Claire, becoming its first fashion director in 1988. Clearly, she still has a good knack with design and style more than 20 years on!

I gravitate towards interiors that encompass global design - so creative, unique, eye catching and symbolic. This book is simply divine!

mark tuckey

2010-12-12T22:26:00.000+11:00

I have been adoring the furniture Mark Turkey creates for quite some time. I even occassionally find myself popping into his Melbourne store to browse his beautiful pieces and imganing them in my own house one day!

With a team of 15 experienced furniture makers, Mark Tuckey designs and creates original furniture (chairs, tables, cabinets, beds, storage, etc) from new and recycled, predominately, Australian timber.

If you haven't come across Mark Tuckey furniture (I am forever finding his pieces in homeware magazines), then it is well worth visiting his website and even his store (if you're located in Melbourne or Sydney).

I hope your enjoy looking at the pictures as much as I do!

new arrivals

2010-12-12T22:01:00.001+11:00

New vintage kantha throws have recently arrived at iley and I'm so excited! They're beautiful.

Sourced from Rajasthan, India, the kantha throws are created from vintage cotton sari fabric and delicately handsewn. Each throw is unique - not one throw is the same.

Perfect as a quilt, blanket, or to cover over a bed or a favourite armchair - I'm so tempted to keep one for myself!

stump stool

2010-12-07T21:36:00.000+11:00

Apologies I have not posted for a few days - I have been in Hong Kong on a shopping trip with my sisters! We had a ball, but it was exhausting! I don't think I have shopped so much in my life!

Anyway, back to reality now and back to blogging (which I missed!).

Below are three stools, harvested from a fallen maple tree, and upholstered in white leather. I can just imgaine these stools in an all-white room - how cool!

Image from Cumulus Project.

it's christmas time

2010-11-30T07:16:00.002+11:00

We put up our Christmas tree on the weekend and it looks great! I just love this time of year - the weather is warming up, longer days (sunset is not until around 9ish at night) and everyone is in full spirits with the festive season approaching!

We have a fake christmas tree (much to the disgust of my partner!) which is very traditional in it's appearance, but I think next year I might try something a little different. I enjoy seeing other types of Christmas trees and Christmas decorations and how they are styled - you can really get your creative juices flowing when setting up Christmas decorations. Oh, I just love it!

Images via Emma's Design Blog and Wood & Wool Stool

white house in daylesford

2010-11-25T19:01:00.000+11:00

A couple of weeks ago my partner, Richard, and I went to Daylesford for the weekend. We had such a fabulous time - it is so pretty there. In fact, like always when we fall in love with a place (such as Daylesford), we starting thinking about buying a holiday house, but quickly remember we're still renting, so a holiday house is probably not a great idea!

It was actually in Daylesford where I came across the bird cages that I sell through iley!

Anyway, it was a last minute decision to go to Daylesford so I didn't get the accommodation I wanted, but I hope we go back soon as I'm dying to stay at the White House. Absolutely stunning! I love the bathroom and library - how cool!

What do you think?

dark rooms

2010-11-24T08:23:00.000+11:00

A few days ago I blogged about my love for the Scandinavian "all white room" look, but I also have a weakness for dark rooms - if it is constructed correctly it can just look magical.

How gorgeous are these chairs!!!

soho loft

2010-11-22T15:16:00.000+11:00

I'm really loving the warehouse/loft look at the moment - the high ceilings, open space and clean lines.

The soho loft created by SPI Design is picture perfect. They they have successfully maintained the industrial elements of the loft, whilst still creating a chic, warm environment.

images via Loft Blog

emily gilbert

2010-11-21T19:38:00.000+11:00

I recently came across photographer, Emily Gilbert - her pictures are stunning - I cannot get enough of them. I particularly adore the the picture of the wooden sliding door - how cool!

beach cottage

2010-11-21T17:46:00.000+11:00

The weather today was magnificent - I think summer has finally arrived!

I sat out in the sun for thirty minutes and I have consequently toasted (whoops). Clearly, my arms and shoulders have not been exposed to the sun for quite some time!

Anyway, this lovely weather has got me thinking....wouldn't it be nice to have a beach holiday house (oh, it's so nice to dream).

tumble weed

2010-11-17T20:33:00.000+11:00

I recently bought a tumble weed from Texas. From memory, I bought two or three, although only one tumble weed passed through Australian Quarantine!

I'm still not entirely sure where I will put it. I assure my partner it looks good, although he's quite happy to throw it in the bin! At this stage, until I find a home for it on our apartment, it's sitting on a cabinet. Not ideal, as it's quite a large weed, but it will do for now!

Anyway, the below pictures are some inspiration - I'm determined to find a home in our apartment for my "ball of twigs"!

be still cushion available at iley

2010-11-17T20:19:00.000+11:00

I am so excited - the Orissa cushion, created by Be Still Homewares, has just arrived and is now available at iley.

I have had my eye on this cushion for quite sometime and it is FINALLY in my hands! I just adore the flower pattern - so soft and so beautiful.

villa in greece

2010-11-15T20:45:00.000+11:00

As soon as I found Villa Opheaus in the Elle Docoration Magazine (August 2010) I was straight onto their website to find out more about this amazing place.

I have been wanting to visit Greece for quite sometime and this villa has definitely cemented that desire!

Comprising of 4-5 bedrooms, all with ensuites, this villa would be ideal to stay at with a group of friends or family. Hmmmm....I wonder who would be interested in going!?

kora jewellery

2010-11-14T16:18:00.002+11:00

I discovered these bracelets at Luella & June and I love them!

Designer duo Maxandra Short and Amy Walker have managed to turn super-chic horn cuffs into a feel-good-fashion purchase with their new line Kora. The gorgeous cuffs, which are handmade by local artisans in Rwanda and Kenya (where kora means "work"), are created using 100% sustainable materials - brass from repurposed wire, recycled glass, aluminum from old cars, and horn salvaged from area butches.

attic bedrooms

2010-11-13T19:37:00.000+11:00

I love these attic bedrooms. Simple, but so beautiful.

dream bathroom

2010-11-13T18:10:00.002+11:00

I adore this bathroom. The crisp white, the antique leather chair in the corner and the simple, yet delicate chandelier. Oh, I wish this was my bathroom.

beautiful bird cages at iley

2010-11-13T17:59:00.004+11:00

I have recently sourced these wire bird cages for iley - all handmade with patterned fabric. They are absolutely gorgeous and whilst one's first impression would be that they are for a child's room, I actually think they would look beautiful in any room. Simply stunning!

Green & White Bird Cage

Bird Cage with Flowers (front) and Pink & White Bird Cage (behind)

the first post of many!

2010-11-13T17:13:00.002+11:00

Hello!

Well, this is my first ever post and I don't really know what I'm quite doing! But I'm sure I will catch on quickly and there will be many more to come!

I have decided to create this blog as it is an opportunity to showcase iley - a boutique online store I have recently created - and a place where I can share many pcitures of fabulous homes, interiors and fashion, which inspire me and, will hopefully inspire you too.

Firstly, it's probably a good idea if I explain a little about iley....

iley was finally created in October 2010 after a year of building a website, sourcing products and establishing many networks. iley sells unique, quality and one-off homeware pieces and personal accessories. All products are sourced from around the world, including the US, Europe, India and locally in Australia (I am based in Melbourne).

There are so many mass-produced items available and I believe it is so lovely to have something for your home and for yourself that is a little unique and holds a story behind it. I particularly love where a piece has helped the disadvantaged (as that of the Dirk Blanket and Kantha Throws sold through iley).

I will be constantly updating my website and posting new products.

Feel free to contact me - I would love to hear from you and receive your feedback.

Erin