* came across this lovely napkin, saved from an engagement dinner long ago -- isn't it romantic?

* just picked up the most beautiful 24k gold plated french press . . .

* yesterday . . .

* currently reading: {& it's fantastic}

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* earlier . . .

* currently, crystal & mother-of-pearl . . .

* on the counter at the café . . .

* porchetta in the park with p. and now . . .

* earlier, picking up a few spring things . . .

* currently, on my desk . . .

* yesterday, at the shops . . .

* earlier today: such fun to see so many men at the flower markets & walking down the street carrying beautiful bouquets . . .

* adore the delicate embossing on this lovely card . . .

* this occasion calls for a little vintage 2002 veuve . . .

* coffee & sequins . . .