Copper Twig FrameI really dig all of the detailing on this metal picture frame. It looks like something out of a fairy tale. I think it would be a nice display for a romantic photo or, if that's too cheesy for you, a cool nature shot.
$28.00, Anthropologie
Argenta Circles Metal Bowl
This cool centerpiece bowl fashioned out of dozens of iron circles is an attractive way to display apples, lemons, or other decorative baubles on your kitchen table or coffee table. I like how it's designed so you can see what's inside from a side view.
$50.00, Pier 1 Imports
Jacques Torres Assorted Dark Chocolate Truffles
Every time I go into one of the Jacques Torres chocolate stores, I freeze at the counter. I have trouble deciding which truffles to pick. But it's not like a box of Russell Stover--you're not going to wind up with a disgusting orange cream or nougat. Every chocolate in the store is the best thing you've ever tasted.
$48.00 for a 50-piece box, Jacques Torres Chocolate
Acacia Salad Bowls
I really dig the curvy shape of these new salad bowls. They're carved out of acacia, a type of thorny tree that grows mostly in Australia. The wood grain on the big salad bowl, which is 10 inches in diameter, is really gorgeous.
$28.95 for the big salad bowl and $6.95 for the servers, Crate & Barrel
Cutout Bird Necklace
What I like most about this necklace is that the bird seems to be soaring away from it all, leaving all its problems behind. (Yes, I have issues.) The bird is about two inches across, and the chain is 18 inches long. The necklace comes in gold or silver. No matter which you choose, I imagine it's comforting on those days when your workload is bogging you down.
$29.95, Bright and Bold
Lingerie Lamp
These are pretty wild. Artist Kelly Butler makes unique lamps out of wide variety of loud lingerie. They even come with the padded hanger. By day, they just look like lingerie, but by night, when paired with a 25-watt bulb, they cast a soft glow on your boudoir.
About $145 to $165, Tramp Lamps
Magnito Salt and Pepper Shakers
I like funky salt and pepper shakers, especially this little set designed by Josh Owen. Both shaker areas are magnets, so they can snap together, and the whole thing rolls around like little top on your table when not in use. The holes for the salt and pepper are in different spots to make sure they don't mix.
$9.00, Unica Home
Yuzu Bergamot Moisturizer
This body lotion has a pleasantly fresh, citris scent thanks to its essential oils of bergamot orange and yuzu fruit, a small citris fruit grown in Japan that supposedly tastes like a combination of a grapefruit and a mandarin orange. It also contains soothing aloe and chamomile.
$18.00 for 8 ounces, Lather
Leaf Lariat Necklace
This delicate necklace by New York designer Kristen McCloud would look especially nice with a deep V-neck top. The leaf is made of handcoiled 14-karat gold-filled wire and droplets of keishi pearl and aquamarine dangle from the chain. You can also buy a variety with peridot or a mix of blue chalcedony, iolite, and blue topaz instead.
$96.00, Rare Device
Metallic Hinge Wallet
These hinge wallets look simple and shiny on the outside, but on the inside they have tons of faux metallic leather pockets, zippers, and slots for your ID and credit cards. The wallets also come in red or silver.
$20.00, Urban Outfitters
N.Y.L.A. Julia Flat
These patent leather peep-toe flats do actually have a one and a half inch wedge heel, but who's counting. I love the leather knot above the toe. These shoes manage to dress things up a bit, while still looking playful.
$69.95, Nordstrom
Tibi Zebra Print Dress
Sometimes (all the time?) you want to be the center of attention, and this jersey dress can certainly help. It's tough to be a wallflower when you're draped in zebra print and poppies (via Fashion Binge).
$184.00, Net-A-Porter.com
Big Black Flower Necklace
Here's a stunning number from Divine Rose, a designer who lives in Sidney. It has three connected strands of shiny black beads and a very cool pendant made from three vintage enamel flowers and an onyx bead. Best of all, shipping is free.
$75.00, Etsy
Custom Silhouettes
This is so nifty. Send artist Karl Johnson a profile shot of you (or your kids or your pets), and he'll hand cut a beautiful silhouette based on the photo. You can see some amazing examples of his work in his image gallery.
$45.00 for an 8 X 10, Cut Arts
Sugar Lump
This sugar serving dish by English designer Kathleen Hills measures three inches across and is made of bone china. With it, you can have a nice little match of sugar cube tic-tac-toe as you enjoy your coffee. I wish they made a charming equivalent for Sweet'N Low.
$34.00, Greener Grass Design
