Erika Brechtel

LATEST ARTICLES ( 628 )

• 5 PIECES To A Great Room

  

  Guest posting on Little Bits of Lovely! I’m sharing my unintentional “formula” that I didn’t even recognize I tend to follow until recently: 5 pieces that... Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• 5 PIECES // To A Great Room

  

  I’m sharing my unintentional “formula” that I didn’t even recognize I tend to follow until recently: 5 pieces that together can make a standout room. They are... Read more

  Posted on 02 October 2012 HOME

• PROJECT LAUNCH // Lulu & Georgia is Open!

  

  I’m so pleased to announce the launch of a project I’ve been working on from the very beginning with the branding and identity, to conceptualizing and styling... Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• PROJECT LAUNCH Lulu & Georgia is Open!

  

  Owner Sara Sugarman is the stylish face behind the brand, and an absolute inspiration! Her family has been in the rug biz since 1955 here in L.A. Read more

  Posted on 01 October 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• It’s A Doozy

  

  Shout out to my amazing husband for working all weekend with me to get our bedroom makeover done! I kinda sprung it on him but he is always super supportive.... Read more

  Posted on 28 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Move LifeStyle Launches Today!

  

  Move LifeStyle is a daily online magazine “exploring the challenges of trying to have it all…a thought-provoking, clever, and inspiring road map for busy women. Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• FALL COLORS // My Palette

  

  As I prepare the “looks” for my photo shoot on Thursday (eek!), I keep going back to this palette: 1. BB Dakota blazer, $98 / 2. Ray-Ban Wayfarers, $150  / 3.... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• FALL COLORS My Palette

  

  As I prepare the “looks” for my photo shoot on Thursday (eek!), I keep going back to this palette… 1. BB Dakota blazer, $98 / 2. Ray-Ban Wayfarers, $150  / 3.... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• D.I.Y. // Inspiration Pinboard

  

  In 5 steps As promised…sharing my pinboard and breaking down how I tackled it: I started with the large 48″x36″ linen covered pinboard from Pottery... Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• D.I.Y. Inspiration Pinboard

  

  As promised…sharing my pinboard and breaking down how I tackled it in 5 steps… I started with the large 48″x36″ linen covered pinboard from Pottery... Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• [Guest Post] Mimosa Lane The Cozy Cable Knit

  

  You know when you come across a blogger with that “eye” but with the added bonus of being truly, genuinely sweet? That is our guest today, Albertina. Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• AUSSIE STYLE // Modern Eclectic

  

  Browsing my new OBSESSION, The Design Files, I came across the home of designer Lauren Seeman and her husband. From the stunning art collection and rich textile... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• ROOM TO OUTFIT // Moroccan Chic

  

  There was something about it that made me think of Gaby — maybe the leather mixed with a boho feeling and that touch of gold.Go check it out and let us know wha... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2012 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN

• Unplanned Hiatus

  

  via I’ve been MIA the past couple days…kind of a big deal in my little world.Since starting this blog almost two years ago, I have enjoyed putting out content... Read more

  Posted on 14 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• KATE MOSS // Autumn in London

  

  for Rag & Bone 2012 Yesterday I featured a spread of Kate Moss fluttery in the afternoon sunlight of St. Tropez. Today I couldn’t resist juxtaposing this... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• KATE MOSS // Late Summer in St. Tropez

  Kate Moss looks stunning sous le soleil as she takes us from late summer to early fall fashion. Transitional wear does her well (or should I say, she does it... Read more

  Posted on 10 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• PIN BOARDS // Inspiration for My Inspiration

  

  I’ve got a photo shoot in a couple weeks for a new daily online magazine (yay!), so I’m scrambling to get a few projects done around the house. One is to get a... Read more

  Posted on 07 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• THE FALL BAG // Burgundy

  

  You wouldn’t think such a strong statement of a color would be sweeping street style shots, but so many of our favorite designers have burgundy bags in their... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• BLACK//WHITE and French All Over…

  

  Could we all use some mid-week inspiration? I found mine in blog Vosgesparis, and Desiree’s black-and-white dream of a home. Parisian Chic meets Edgy Chic with ... Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• PORTRAIT // Vintage Hawaii

  

  My grandmother Mitsue While I get back into the swing of things over here after the long weekend, I wanted to dedicate a post to my maternal grandmother who... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION