From the Masthead: Perfect Furniture for Beach House Living

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When I think of the perfect beach house, the first thing that comes to mind is lots of natural light, tons of texture, no-fuss furniture, soft slipcovers, built-ins perfect for lounging, white as far as the eye can see. Slipcovered furniture is perfect for the beach house because not only does it become the focal point of your space but it is just as beautiful as it is functional. So no worrying about those sandy feet on your nice furniture! 

A Peek through the Porthole What's New in Our Shop Lare Glass Jar with Old Rope

a simple centerpiece that you'll adore!!

Ikat Goes Coastal

Ikat is a dyeing technique that has come a long way from it's pre-Columbian origin. Add Ikat to re-vamp an old look. 

1. soft pink bedding

2. blue living room

3. cream and purple pillow

4. espadrillas

5. pom pom pillow

6. wallpaper

7. Tunic

8. royal blue wallpaper

9. chair

10. rug

11. room with covered couch

12. coral pillow

13. American flag pillow

14. neutral pillow

15. Pink Soffette

Summer Fever

Summer has finally arrived and we could not be more excited! These new styles with bright colors and happy prints make for an unforgettable look. 

1. Sophia Top

2. Cover-Up Dress

3. Ray-Ban Sunglasses

4. Summer Happiness

5. Sun Hat

6. Boho T-shirt Dress 

7. Beach Pants

8. Beach Throw

9. Sarong

10. White Tunic

11. Aqua Crochet Shorts

Coastal Catch: Remember...the heart is a mussel!

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and thickly sliced
• 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Image: Mussels and White Wine

Style Starboard: Redefining Rope

Incorporate rope into everyday decor to get that nautical, rustic feel. Here are a few ideas that caught our eye, what are some of your suggestions?  

1. Rope Porch Swing

2. Rope Canoe

3. Sea Glass Balls

4. Rope Wall

5. Flower Swing

6. DIY Rope Vases

7. Flowers

8. Rope Lights

9. Rope Lamp

I'VE FOUND IT!

Eternity. It's the sun mingled with the sea. 

Image: Sun & Sea