Inspiration and Fashion Distractions

With seasonal preparation for climate change comes the wonderful influence of colour, comfort cuisine, and artful elements. I typically archive inspiration several ways, including tear sheets, but with Pinterest, Pinvolve/Bazaart, or We Heart It, amongst many others it's even easier to consolidate and store bits of inspiration that you might want to use later.

Here are a few compilations of what I've been inspired by recently, from shopping favourite items in my closets to adored collections from the runway. Sit back, relax and enjoy these inspiring gulps custom curated, and tastefully plated.

First Course: Crimson Colour

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Yes, please! These pieces are perfect to add to my deep rich, plum hued collection. Give me both of these luxe styles (above and below) in oxblood, burgundy, merlot ... whatever you want to call it, I will gladly don these anytime!

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Followed by Second Course: A Casual Remix
I recently uncovered my navy boots and I cannot wait to style these casual suede beauties again! (Insert: now, dramatically blowing the dust off the box) Remixing (whether done often or occasionally), is always a great way to interpret versatile styling. It's even better when you come across an item that you haven't worn for some time.

Third Course: Ode to October
October is one of the fun months that I love—for us it generally involves more themed parties than normal, a few dinner hosting nights, and all right before stores become inundated with crazed holiday shoppers. But, let's not talk about that one just yet.


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Digestive Pauses and climate visuals ...
This image is pretty much what I can expect when I visit my parents in the countryside ... there's pumpkins, gourds, hay, and even horses to match the autumn air. 

Fourth Course: The Real Menu

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To be honest, almost anything that the cool, calm, and collected Chef John Besh musters up will be good enough for me. The Louisiana Speckled Trout Amandine dish in particular is one that I've been wanting to make. The colour, the texture, and entire combination looks incredibly succulent to me! 
 
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And let's not even talk about what I will be requesting specifically during the holidays! This excellent recipe comes to mind, the Gnocchi with Lump Crab Meat and Black Truffles would be a delightful and appreciative selection at my table. 

Themed: Cookware

 
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Want to give them something to talk about during the meal? How about serving your delicious cuisine in this pumpkin enamelware casserole dish? I just love entertaining, and I've seen miniature versions as well!


Do you entertain at all or enjoy cooking special dishes during fall/winter?


Happy October!