The Summer We Read Gatsby

While in Mexico I breezed through a charming novel entitled The Summer We Read Gatsby, by Danielle Ganek.  If you're like me, a fool for anything Gatsby, add this to your reading list.

In a pursuit to uphold the saying, "a picture is worth a thousand words," here is my attempt of a pictorial summary.

Sources:
Society Social "The Madison Mixer" Bar Cart
"The Four Seasons Book of Cocktails"
Jackson Pollock Book
Hat
Cocktail Cigarettes
House of Harlow Sunglasses  
Polka Dot Glasses 
Set of 8 Red Glasses with Carrier 
Pink Stripe Bikini 
Throw Blanket 
Zebra Printed Towel and Leather Holster 
DVF Ping-Pong Set
Ring
Gem Coaster Set
Green Glass Goblet 
Printed Kaftan Gown
YSL Red High-Waist Bikini  
Ruched Mesh Swimsuit 
Striped Wedge
Lilly Pulitzer Gold Wedge 
Halston Halter Dress
Karl Lagerfeld Black Fan Purse
Straw Fan
Gold and Tourmaline Ring

Rainbow Backgammon Set

The Hungover Cookbook

Cheers!
Elizabeth

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." ~ Marilyn Monroe 

On The Lanai

It's as if O'Brien Ironworks tapped into my soul.  (Is that statement a bit extreme?)

Any combination of this Chinoiserie outdoor furniture is perfectly suited for my dream home; whether it's benches flanking a walkway, a cocktail and dinner arrangement under a covered porch, or chaises and daybeds poolside.  To view any images I neglected to include and the variety of color options click here.

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment."  

~Jane Austen

March of Dimes

In lieu of Wednesday Giveaways, I am donating money to the March of Dimes in memory of a beautiful angel  named Taylor and in honor of the strongest little lady I know, Mary Margret.  

If you would like to give click HERE.

Please leave a comment regarding your prayers, donation, personal stories or warm thoughts.  It would mean so much to the girls' parents.

God Bless!

Elizabeth

"There is no foot so small that it cannot leave an imprint on this world"

Giveaway Winners!

The winner of the Studio Tullia Pillow Giveaway is...

Krista Salmon!

Krista, please email me and I will put you in touch with Suzanne Fortescue to order a $40 ribbon pillow in the color of your choice.  

The winner of the Valentine's Day Giveaway:  "Penguin Classics "The Sonnets and A Lover's Complaint" by William Shakespeare" is...

Janice!

Congratulations ladies and thank you to all who entered!  More giveaways to come.

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor touched, but are felt in the heart." 

~Helen Keller

The Perfect Beach House

I. AM. SPEECHLESS.

Where does one start?  The magnificent draped porch? The exquisite windows and doors? The oceanfront view?  The only thing that comes to mind: "The vacation home I never knew I always wanted." 

Architect Robert A. M. Stern was commissioned to design "a house that would become an icon."  Bravo Mr. Stern. Bravo.  This is pure speculation, but I assume your clients are pleased.  Take a moment to soak in the impeccable details and dazzling mill work.

Ceilings!

Sliding doors I could live with.

More marvelous molding!

Everything, floor to ceiling and in between, was considered.

The perfect sleeping porch.

IMAGES

Naturally this nook is tucked in this home.

Allow me to apologize for the lack of narrative. I find myself in an unusual position of being succinct.

Tie a string around your finger reminding yourself to enter the Etsy/Studio Tullia pillow giveaway!  

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"Home is a name, a word, it is a strong one; stronger than magician ever spoke, or spirit ever answered to, in the strongest conjuration."  ~Charles Dickens

Studio Tullia Pillow Giveaway

Ladies (and gentlemen) this is thrilling! Suzanne Fortescue, owner of the Etsy shop Studio Tullia, is graciously sponsoring today's giveaway.  One lucky CDJ reader will win a signature ribbon trim pillow in the color of their choice.  This charming online boutique offers a variety of colorful and contemporary pillows all reasonably priced.  From Schumacher to the Signature Ribbon Trim, the perfect pillow is just a few clicks away.

The ribbon embellishment for the natural cotton signature pillows are available the following colors:

aqua, red, fuchsia, spring green, brown, black and white.

 The elaborate ribbon pillows are available in yellow linen, pink linen, gray cotton, and charcoal cotton.  Pair with white, black, or orange trim to create a customized look. 

Envisioning silk or a specific color trim?  Work with Suzanne to create custom pillows.  Additionally, Studio Tullia is preparing to launch a line of curtain panels and duvet covers/coverlets with coordinating ribbon edge.   My head is spinning with the possibilities!

To enter the giveaway, follow these rules: 

1.) You must register or be a registered follower of Covet du Jour.

2.) Then, enter a comment on this post between, Wednesday, February 15th and Sunday, February 19th .  A winner will randomly be selected and announced on Monday (2/20).

3.) Do any or all of the following: (each worth an additional entry) 

• Share a link to this post on your Facebook.  Return to Covet du Jour and let me know by posting another comment. 
• If you have a blog, share a link to this post.  Then return here and copy a link to your blog post in the comment section.
• Tweet about this giveaway post and add a comment below for another entry.
• Follow me on Twitter - @CovetDuJour. 
• "Like" Studio Tullia's Facebook Page.  Return here and let me know in the comment section.

Cheers! 

Elizabeth

"Trifles make perfection, but perfection is no trifle."  ~ Michelangelo 

Valentine's Day Giveaway

I apologize for the mix up last week.  Mysteriously, the entire giveaway post was deleted instead of published.  Mexican cell service was obsolete and the internet connection was sporadic, hence my lack of communication.  Barring any domestic technical issues, Wednesday Giveaways shall resume tomorrow.  


In the meantime... a Valentines Day Giveaway.  What is it you may ask?  Why a book of course!  One romantic-at-heart CDJ reader will win a Penguin Classics "The Sonnets and A Lover's Complaint" by William Shakespeare. 

Enter the giveaway for a chance to add this classic to your collection.

To enter the giveaway, follow these rules: 

1.) You must register or be registered follower of Covet du Jour.

2.) To enter this 24 hour giveaway, comment on this post before midnight today, Tuesday, February 14th .  A winner will randomly be selected and announced on Monday (2/16).

3.) Do any or all of the following: (each worth an additional entry) 

• Share a link to this post on Facebook.  Return to Covet du Jour and let me know by posting another comment. 
• If you have a blog, share a link to this post.  Then return here and copy a link to your blog post in the comment section.
• Tweet about this giveaway post and add a comment below for another entry.

Cheers!
Elizabeth


"I’ve tried so many times to think of a new way to say it — and it’s still I love you — love you — love you." ~Zelda Fitzgerald 

Wheels Up

via

My bags are not packed.  I am no where near ready to go.  Regardless, I am leaving on a puddle jumper -in less than 24 hours.  Somewhere on a Mayan Riviera beach there is a margarita with my name on it.  

Now don't worry your pretty little head.  Because of a nifty "schedule" feature, the CDJ Wednesdays Giveaway details will post first thing tomorrow morning!  Mark your calender because it's a good one!  I promise.

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money.  Then take half the clothes and twice the money."  ~Susan Heller

And The Winner Is

Congratulations! Please email me your address and 

Domino: The Book of Decoration; 

A Room-by-Room Guide to Creating a Home That Makes You Happy

will be shipped to your doorstep!

Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway.  Stay tuned for more exciting 

opportunities this week and this month! 

Cheers!

Elizabeth

"If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need."  ~Cicero

Lovin'

My Covet du Jours.

This collage, by Jan Eleni, is genius!  It's the perfect way to blend your two selves: mom and decorator.

I am a sailboat kind of girl, but my tune would change if this yacht, Prometej, was my (motor) vessel.  

Seriously!!!

These photographs are by the talented Douglas Friedman.  To view his portfolio click here.  

So clever and cute - a book dock charger for an iPhone or iPad, by Rich Neeley Designs.  

One of my dreams is to publish a book.  My kids like my stores and poems, but accompanying illustrations would capture their attention.  DC based artist Becca Kallem works with many mediums, but her animal illustrations are my favorite.  Her charming and whimsical use of pencil and watercolor would bring my characters to life, exactly as I imagined them.  (Well, her work is even better than I could envision.)

To view more of these delightful creatures or adopt one as your own, visit her Etsy shop 

by clicking here. 

See you Monday to announce the winner of the giveaway!  

Cheers!

Elizabeth

“Look after the senses and the sounds will look after themselves”  

~ Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland