Love it! - Lacquer desk

For only $499, this white lacquered desk from ZGallerie.com is a steal! Clean looks, sleek lines and with 2 draws, its form and function at its best!

www.ZGallerie.com - Jett Desk $499

Love it! - Desk

Not only do you get a cool minimal industrial look with this desk from Crate & Barrel but you're also doing good for the environment - it's partially reclaimed wood. The steel legs help to give it a contemporary look at the same time!


www.CrateandBarrel.com - Hendrix Desk $1299

Love it! - Anna Wintour's office chair

So I might be a little obsessed with "The September Issue" - the documentary following Anna Wintour, Editor in Chief of Vogue magazine and staff in the making of the September 2007 issue, the largest in Vogue history. Owning the DVD, I've watched it about five times and with as many fabulous moments that stand out, there is one design element that I can never seem to ignore - Mrs. Wintour's office chair! As we get a peek into her overwhelmingly cream and traditionally designed office, mouldings and all, I can't help but notice the stark contrast of her industrial steel office chairs - I'm simply perplexed by the choice. While it is classic vintage design i would expect a plush cushioned French or English silhouette with a stunning upholstered pattern - quite the contrary. But the latter works beautifully in modernizing the space, and I suppose that's what makes her the taste maker she is!




www.SundanceCatalog.com - 1934 Dining Chair - $245 each

Love it! - Woven desk chair

I'm always on the look out for desk chairs that don't look like the typical desk chair. You know what I mean, the standard black plastic or leather executive office styles. Why can't a desk chair just look like a beautiful chair? Well I was roaming my local Pottery Barn this past weekend when I stumbled across this beautiful woven rattan style and can honestly say it was a first - I just had to blog about it!


www.Potterybarn.com - Wingate Rattan Swivel Desk Chair $399

Love it! - NoteTote

Not sure what to get Mom for the big day? Well you still have a week and the kind folks at Boatman Geller one of my fave stationery spots reminded me of this perfect gift idea - the NoteTote. Everything Mom needs to keep up with her correspondence - the set includes flat sheets, flat cards, fold over cards, envelops, pen and clipboard.





www.BoatmanGeller.com - $28

Love it! - Boatman Geller foldover notes

Continuing with the Boatman Geller love and more great paper gifts for Mom, or yourself for that matter - these fab designs are a style statement ready to be mailed to friends and loved ones!






www.boatmangeller.com - Foldover notes (10/box $14)

Love it! - Leather laptop cases

Though I don't have a laptop myself, I'm kinda tired of seeing the same spongy laptop sleeves and carrying cases! What isn't better than timeless leather like these two variations from Restoration Hardware - the first carrying case with handles and the second, an old fashioned mail carrying case with brass twist closures - and with age they'll only get better!




www.RestorationHardware.com - Artisan Leather Collection

Love it! - Sawhorse table

I don't know why, but anytime I see a sawhorse table I feel compelled to blog about it, especially this one from Anthropologie because its legs have an extra center cross support adding more architectural detailing. A great dining table, desk or craft counter, they are a versatile surface that is label less!



www.Anthropologie.com - Sawhorse Table $798

Love it! - Studio desk

As I look at my desk with wires and devices thrown about, I am more than excited to write a posting about this studio desk that has a hidden compartment to house the unsightly! From phones and ipods to digital cameras, chargers and power strips, it seems our list of devices necessary in navigating the world is only multiplying - I see this desk as the future of desks!






www.AplusRstore.com - Studio Desk $649

Love it! - Charger Station

AplusRstore.com - Charger Station $90 (3 colors)

Love it! - Bungee office chair

I'm literally sitting in this chair as I write this post. I've had this desk chair for over 5 years now and it's just as comfy as the day I bought it. Largely due to the bungee cords stretched over the entire seat and back - giving contour to all the right spots. I've put a thin seat cushion and fluffy throw draped over the back but by no means were they necessary. The cords are just as taught five years later and the swivel seat and ability to raise it up and down, lean back or lock it upright makes this one of the most versatile desk chairs I've ever had!





www.CB2.com - Studio Office Chair $189

Love it! - Sawhorse table

One of my favorite table styles has to be a sawhorse table. Harking back to woodwork shops of the past, there's something so rustic yet contemporary in its architectural structure. This one from Wisteria.com is also 40% off and will look great as a desk or dining table!



www.Wisteria.com - Sawhorse Leg Table - $599.40

Love it! - Desk chairs

I'm often asked about desk chairs, as one that is comfortable yet non-executive looking is seemingly difficult to find. We all know the black plastic and black leather masculine staple - but what about something that has a warmer presence and doesn't scream - desk chair! Well one of my faves is this traditional slatted one from Pottery Barn. Available in 5 colors, with or without arms, on casters and both swivels and tilts - you get everything you ever wanted in a desk chair and more!




ABOVE: PotteryBarn.com - Swivel Desk Chair $399

AND FOR MORE GREAT AFFORDABLE OPTIONS:
Office Chairs in Black for your Computer Desks.

Love it! - White lacquer table

Sometimes there's nothing better than a simple white glossy lacquered table. This basic from CB2.com makes for a great dining table, office conference table or desk. Sleek, neutral, multi-functional and for only $399, how can you afford not to buy it?



www.CB2.com - Bobby Dining Table $399

Love it! - Stationery tote

When I was thinking of some Mother's Day gift ideas, I immediately went to one of my stationery go-to's Boatman Geller. Never one to disappoint, I discovered one of their new products, Carrie & Tuck totes. Stocked with writing pen, address sheet, 6" x 9" clipboard, 5 awning stripe orange foldovers, 5 pink/orange flat cards, 25 padded letter sheets and 15 envelopes - Mom's correspondence will never look so organized!




www.BoatmanGeller.com - $39 each (at checkout use code "CBB09" for 30%OFF your order until May 10th)

Love it! - Sawhorse Table

I love saw horse tables. Their an unconventional silhouette when you want an alternative to a standard four leg table. Harking back to early wooden versions, we now see them in metal and glass - offering historical reference, but given a contemporary makeover. Love these black nickel bases - a departure from the silver we often see. Currently on sale at West Elm for $499, so act fast!




www.WestElm.com - SawHorese Work Table $499

Market Profile - Smythson

Earlier this week on the news, pre-inauguration, Barack Obama and wife Michelle visited with President Bush and Laura at the White House. Michelle had brought a gift which was reported to be a journal. I don't know what brand it was, but in honor of that gift, I wanted to post about luxury leather brand, Smythson of Bond Street. With color palettes that sing and quality befitting a Queen, here are some of my faves - which also happen to be on sale!





www.Smythson.com - above selection starting at $67.50

Love it! - Leather desk chair

I just love this handsome leather desk chair. Classic barrel-back, rich hardwood with nailhead detailing and legs atop casters. It will only get better with age - and I'm sure the man in your life will be smitten!


www.Frontgate.com $499 each