2012 May | The English Room

Creative Collage Artist Peter Clark

Posted by The English Room on May 31, 2012 in Abstract Art, Galleries, Travel | 1 comment

Peter Clark, a British talent, has long been an artist of interest for me. I love collage and his use of found items. I also love animals and they is the subject of much of his work. You can see his work in London or New York. Rebecca Hossack Gallery in New York is currently doing a show for him. I hate I missed it in New York a few weeks ago. Here are a few of my favorite. Of course, this first one is in honor of The Diamond Jubilee. I recommend the book Paperwork if you enjoy his art. I have it and love perusing the images and studying the materials he uses for each piece. Anglomania is in full...

DVF for Claridge’s

Posted by The English Room on May 30, 2012 in Diane Von Furstenburg, Fashion, Interior Designer, London, The Diamond Jubilee, Travel | 1 comment

If I were headed to London for The Diamond Jubilee, I would certainly stay at Claridge's in Mayfair in a choice suite designed by Diane von Furstenberg. The animal print carpet, the purple prints, the yellow…love it all. I like how the white walls balance the wild colors. The bedrooms are a tad more subdued with graphic black and white silhouettes. Care to join in a jaunt over the...

The Diamond Jubilee

Posted by The English Room on May 29, 2012 in The Diamond Jubilee, Union Jack | 1 comment

London is abuzz! I am excited for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee next Tuesday. There are so many wonderful items to be had in the UK. A few I may have to ship across the pond. I will be in the Alaskan wilderness next week and will miss the festivities. Keep me posted. If any followers are headed over, let me know. I have UK shopping list for you:) Liberty of London This one is a must. Liberty of London Liberty of London Liberty of London Liberty of London Asprey diadem by Christopher Levine via Vogue via People magazine. The Queen chuckles as she passes her husband in uniform. Butler and Wilson...

David Hicks Inspired Handbags by Tila March and other needs….

Posted by The English Room on May 28, 2012 in David Hicks, Fashion, Interior Designer | 1 comment

I cannot wait for the launch of Tila March's David Hicks inspired handbags. They will be available at Barneys NY and Net-a-Porter online. They capture the graphic nature of David Hicks to a tee. All images via Collette in Paris I am a bit of a bag junkie….a few other I covet. An orange nylon Chanel…chic and sporty. Need I say more? a wicker Kate Spade Armadillo rocks my world! What would you choose? I think I need them all since they are so...

All American Girl

Posted by The English Room on May 27, 2012 in American Flag | 1 comment

I am an all American girl. I love everything about America. In honor of our amazing and brave soldiers, here is a Memorial Day post featuring the American flag in all it's glory. via Boston.com/ Eric Roth I adore the colors in this bright and happy room. Bo's Bedroom at my mountain house, Pixie Spring Cottage via Kelley McDowell via Ralph Lauren via Ashley Whittaker via Ashley Whittaker Suzanne Kasler via Wisteria via Pinterest Rugs USA Zinhome.com old Catherine Malandrino dress…wish I had it. My mother does but, she is tiny. Ralph Lauren for the 2012 Summer Olypics Lacoste Lulu Guiness via Pinterest via...