Chesterfields, Love or not?

A conversation about Chesterfield sofas a couple of nights ago has gotten me thinking further about them. Whether we love them or we don't. Really to me, it's a matter of where you see them. They can easily go from super daggy to extraordinary.

Is it my favourite sofa ever...? I'm not sure, but there is something attractive about them, the old worn leather ones that have had many years of seating and dozing on. There's a rustic appeal about them that I love but they must be seen in a completely different setting than a typical cigar room or an old mansion to display all their charms. Diamonds in the rough. They will shine in modern settings mixed with furniture from different areas and a few well place eccentric objects... Best thing is you can choose a sustainable option by buying a pre-loved one. It was a bizarre coincidence seeing some typical examples on TDF's post yesterday and I thought they may be worth a mention then... 

Top two pics via TDF's, middle from one of my favorite photographer Ditte Isager, 4th via  and 5th via

Colour me happy...

In stark contrast with the last post... and because the sun is starting to show up again, here is a little colour and fun for you today! Couple of selections from Urban Outfitters and some Etsy bright delights (here and here). Although I am generally more into earthy tones and muted colours, these little things have caught my attention ... and a splash of colour never hurt anyone!

Black & White Monday

B&W... More than an amazing interior, piece of furniture or a detailed object it's an emotion I think that is created by the contrast of Black and White. I very often get drawn to these strong graphics. I give you that: sometimes it may be a touch cool and sterile in some interiors, but it doesn't take much to warm it up, the soft neutral tones of a beautifully detailed timber floor, a small vintage item, maybe a bunch of flowers or an indoor plant...