While I was out

Forgive me. I realize that it’s been over two months since my last post (yikes) but I fell victim to another spontaneous blogging sabbatical. After a laptop meltdown, the holidays, and a new job, I decided to take a wee break while I realign for 2012. I spent weeks outlining goals, activities, deadlines, and the like so I could make the most out of the year. It was an important exercise that I hope will yield awesome results (details forthcoming).

While madly planning the year away, I also made time for:

1. Blogging (but not here)

To aid my thinking and rekindle my passion for writing, I started a personal blog about designing in the twenty-teens and sharpening my skills as a designer. I can’t share everything here (it is personal, after all) but I hope to post revelations/ideas that may be of interest. So, prepare yourselves for future, image-less entries on mildly related topics. I hope you don’t mind.

My personal blog also revealed the drawbacks of blogging in the moment, i.e., posting things on a whim. What’s my rush? Seriously? I have no clue.

2. Tumbling (as always)

Of course, I still needed some method of self-expression and Tumblr is thee best. In addition to the usual fare, my tumblelog served as a temporary showcase for the interior design photos that I’d usually post here. I also developed a fondness for peonies. Pretty, pretty.

3. Fixing

I finally tackled the many flaws incurred when moving the blog last year. But, as I fixed one problem, I created another. I’m certain that nearly every internal and/or incoming link is broken. Terribly frustrating but I’ll keep working on it.

4. Pinning 

I’ve also been pinning, not just randomly but collaboratively too. I spent parts of February pinning New York Fashion Week along with a few fellow bloggers. Collaboration may be one of my favorite uses of Pinterest. Our little project also reaffirmed my love of fashion. I just loooove it. Not in the practical way, of course. No ogling of wares that I can actually afford. Never that! So, expect meatier Friday Fashion posts fraught with luxury and aspirational living.

Ok. Now that you’re all caught up, let the blogging commence - Sukio style.

Year in Review: Purple Reign Part 2

A few more purple rooms.

4) Muted shades in this living room by Casamidy

5) Glossy and bold in Tory Burch's flagship

6) Gracing one of Elle Decor's most glamorous covers to date!

So, what say you? Is purple not the best thing ever?!?! Its many shades can be used in so many ways. Looking forward to more purpley goodness in 2012!

Year in Review: Purple Reign

Purple has been on my mind lately. And, after a quick review of the past year's posts, I realize my fondness is indisputable. Suitable for both genders, purple's many shades make it extremely popular - perhaps, trumping Honeysuckle as color of the year. To prove it, I've rounded up images from THOS showcasing the color's versatility. Click through to the original posts.

1) Purple upholstery in Marcelo Lucini’s Buenos Aires apartment.

2) Varying shades in this bedroom by Steven Volpe

3) All out lavender in Jessica Stam's former living room

Friday Fashion: From Paris to Bombay

Whether or not you like the fashion, Chanel definitely knows how to throw a party! The fashion house's runway shows seem to get bigger and better with every season. This week's Métiers d’Art channeled the glamour of India, transporting guests from Paris to Bombay (or shall I say Mumbai).

"We’ve had Paris-London, we’ve had Paris-Shanghai, so it felt like time to go off the circuit, to somewhere less expected"
- Karl Lagerfeld

A closer look at the sparklies used to adorn Karl's creations. How pretty!

Images via Reuters and the Coveteur

Interiors: Modern Beachy Glam...

That's what I'm calling it, anyway. While perusing Desire to Inspire, I found a great post featuring the work of photographer Jack Thompson. I was particularly drawn to the below, a seemingly beach-inspired, bungalow-like living space. I love the mix of materials (i.e., hot pink, shine, leopard, leather, etc.) against a woody backdrop.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find info to verify my theory, but this just screams "California Coast." No? 

via Jack Thompson Photography

Interiors: Fur Real...

He simply can't help himself. Ryan Korban seems to use fur absolutely everywhere and to the objection of many. Personally, I own vintage fur and find it to be wonderfully luxurious and, best of all, WARM. But as an animal lover, I do understand the dilemma. Here's Ryan's thoughts on the matter as quoted by W Magazine:

I know a lot of people don't like fur, but if you take away the fur, you take away a huge element of what I do. I don't ever really use prints, so to me the print comes from ostrich and zebra, and the texture comes from coyote and mink.

Fortunately, the dilemma is solved for many since most simply can't afford a penchant for mink.

All hail the faux!

via W Magazine

Interiors: Stately Glamour...

Oh how I do love the French flair of designer Jean-Louis Deniot. This look may be a bit stodgy for some, but I definitely appreciate its stately beauty, ornate millwork, and sophisticated sheen.

via Architectural Digest

It's here...

... and it looks remarkably similar to her house. 

Now you lucky Angelinos. Go forth and shop fabulous.

P.S. Enter Kelly's Your Home, Your Vibe contest to win a design consultation and more!

via The LA Times

Interiors: Working with Flair...

Why slave the day away in a stuffy cubicle when you can work like this???

Behold George and Jon feigning productivity for a photo shoot at their shop, Flair (below). It's the place I'd frequent weekly if geography weren't such a problem.

via 1st Dibs

Friday Fashion: A New York Minute

While I do love the juxtaposition of this delicate, Elie Saab couture gown against an urban landscape, I’m simply baffled by that clutch. Still, it makes a pretty picture.

[Get a behind-the-scenes look at the NYC photo shoot]

Image via Mojeh Magazine