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A Tropical Party by Somewhere…with Pool Toys!

October 15, 2014 by admin Leave a Comment

Yes, fall is here, but ever since tropical style has made its big comeback, it’s a year-round thing as far as I’m concerned. Not just for summers! Do you agree?! That’s why when I came across today’s featured party (from Somewhere), I knew it was perfect for Mirror80 readers to ooh and aah over. Another key ingredient in this tropical revival: pool toys. Yes, pool toys! Remember our post on the still life photography of Richie Talboy? Or yesterday’s post on the 3D illustration of Anny Wang? Beach balls and noodles are in. And this party maximizes their decorative possibilities…

A Summer Party with Tropical Style

August 11, 2014 by Kate Leave a Comment

If you love design like I do, you’ve probably eagerly anticipated the arrival of the fall collections in both the decor and fashion realms. Add back-to-school advertising, and it’s easy to forget that it IS in fact still summer. And for some of us, the summer heat will last through September! In that spirit, this past Friday, I put together a little summer party with some colorful supplies I’ve been collecting. The theme: tropical.

New Retro Weekender: Tropical Temptations

July 7, 2013 by Kate 2 Comments

Hi Everyone! I hope this message finds you enjoying a wonderful Sunday. As you can see from today’s pics, I’m enjoying all of the tropical possibilities the weekend has to offer… And it’s kind of amazing how the tropical aesthetic will forever have ’80s connotations. Which is why in this edition of New Retro Weekender we’re featuring a few tropical temptations to jazz up your summer!

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