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The New Face of Beauty-Part 2 What can we do?
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Personal Style & Well being on May 3, 2012
WOW! The response to my post on The New Face of Beauty a couple of weeks ago was OVERWHELMING! It obviously struck a cord for many women. It sparked several conversations over twitter and Facebook that were interesting to me. One in particular:
Dove Commercial
You speak truth! Some of us had Barbie to live up to, but the young women and girls today have … the entire electronic and print media. Ashley’s statement that we are being minimized and muted rings so true, and should compel a tidal wave of support. How, though? via Jeannie Shea
I read this as “how can we continue to make a difference?” So I thought about it, and stared asking around, and this is what I got: Continue reading “The New Face of Beauty-Part 2 What can we do?” »
Dwell With Dignity-via Santa Rosa Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Giving Back, Inspiration, Personal Style & Well being on May 1, 2012
Dwell With Dignity is interior design with heart. Their mission is to help families escape poverty and homelessness through beauty and design. One household at a time. Here is their thought process:
If we can change a person’s surroundings, we can change their outlook on life. Exposing children (especially) to a nurturing home environment, that includes good design and art, can inspire a standard of living that will carry-over to future generations. Exposing parents to this same environment will allow them to see the positive impact it has on their family; inspiring them to maintain a standard of living they can be proud of and thrive in.
all images via Dwell with Dignity web site
Oh yeah…right up my alley. I believe that beauty uplifts people’s spirit and their soul. Without beauty, the world is a dark and dreary place. Beauty Matters! Continue reading “Dwell With Dignity-via Santa Rosa Interior Design” »
Dangerous Beauty-A Beautiful Movie!
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Personal Style & Well being on April 5, 2012
One of my favorite movies of all times is the 1998 Dangerous Beauty. Yes, it may be a bit sappy, but can I say…it’s one of the most beautiful movies I’ve ever seen!
poster image for the movie
Being a visual junkie, an Italophile and a lover of beauty in all forms I must admit an obsession for this movie. I’ve already written about Coco Before Chanel, and Coco Chanel and Igor Stravinsky…also visually stunning movies. But I must say, this one rates #1 for me.
Everything about it is beautiful… Continue reading “Dangerous Beauty-A Beautiful Movie!” »
Travel to the Loire Anyone?
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Travel on March 22, 2012
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE
An Invitation to Experience the Wonders of the Loire-image via Calliespondence
Back in September many of you followed me on my adventures to Geneva Switzerland for business, and over to the Loire where I experienced the magical splendor of the French Countryside with insider Jonathan Robinson.
As I continued to post of my experience: visits to world famous chateaux, fabulous local flea markets called brocantes filled with french antiques and accessories, and the delight of local cuisine and wines…plus my magical stay at the restored 19th century water-mill, Moulin Bregeon; many expressed an interest in a trip like this as well.
So, here it is. The first ever trip designed for…Designers and Design Lovers. Scheduled right after the annual Maison & Objet fair in Paris (September 7th-11th), making it easy to extend your trip another week perhaps?
With Jonathan’s local insight and artistic eye, as well as the years of restoring his water mill and now his small village, you will get entry into places not normally open to tourists. Watch old world artisans forge metal into ornate french iron work, tour private chateau and rummage through local barns and attics to find hidden away antiques and accessories.
And, of course…stay at the charming Moulin Bregeon with fellow designers and friends. The actual invitation will be up on my site through May. Reservations are required by the end of May, although RSVP’s would be appreciated earlier. We would like to have no more then 10 people to keep it as intimate as possible, so of course, first come and so on.
Are you in? For more information along with downloadable specifics visit my page right here on this site. It has all the information you will need to know. And of course, for anything I may have missed, or you want to know, leave a comment below, or contact me directly. I can guarantee, this is one experience you won’t want to miss!
For other opportunities and group travel to this magnificent place, you can contact me directly as well! It makes for a great family get away or a special event destination.
HUGO
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration on February 28, 2012
I LOVED the movie Hugo. Even though at this point we know it didn’t win best picture of the year at the Oscars, for me it was #1.
Movie image courtesy of World Celebrity Status blog
In this time of global upheaval I found it refreshing to see this beautiful, breathtaking and old fashioned fairytale. A story that appeals to the child with in us all, with enough interesting metaphor to capture the adult. And the stunning 3 D visuals of Paris and beyond were a feast for my eyes! I’m so happy I saw it at the theater in full magical 3D splendor.
But even with all the eye candy, it was the subtle, and not so subtle messages that had me clapping with delight. Here are just a few of the messages that stood out for me: Continue reading “HUGO” »
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