Retro accessories

I love the occasional retro accessory thrown into the mix of home deco.  A little bit of old in with the new adds depth to an interior.  Even a little bit of new disguised as something old does the trick.

I think this is especially true of old suitcases.  They're so versatile and reasonably priced at markets and on ebay.  This peacock print suitcase is sold at Liberty of London.  Its a gorgeous print and the colour and works in summer or winter interiors or even as an actual suitcase.  So great.

There has been a serious decline in the old cord home phone, but for an office I still think they can work and look super stylish while they're at it.  This silver Liberty of London phone is to die for.  I would actually start answering the home phone if it looked like this and not like the usual glorified mobile phone.  Putting a silver sheen on an old accessory will always win my heart.

Speaking of metallic finishes, this vintage French steel desk is calling my name!  I love the tarnished material, it's the kind of piece that looks perfect where ever you put it, with any accessory.  Find it at mydeco.com or click the image for a direct link.

Café Français

Today I found a wonderfully designed restaurant/cafe I'd like to share.  You don't have to take my word for how beautiful it is, get a load of these pictures

The first thought that comes to my mind is that it looks like a super stylish American diner.  An American diner as if it were styled by Chanel.  So chic.  The red leather seating looks so juicy and ripe.

The red, blue and gold are perfectly dramatic and luxurious.

The round rooms and seating are offset by the geometric flooring patterns, mirrors and lighting.

And don't you just love the whimsical sky ceiling that brightens up the space making it feel carefree.

Artistic design of the space is by veteran Thierry collaborators, India Mahdavi, and Mathias Augustyniak and Michaël Amzalag of M/M (Paris) Studio.  Click the images for the source.