"... our objects, bibelots, whatnots, and knickknacks - say the most about who we are. They are as honest as a diary. "
- Charlotte Moss
belle maison is french for "beautiful home." as an interior designer, i started this blog to catalog my finds, hoping to inspire others by sharing fabulous resources, articles and photographs. enjoy and please visit again! xo - julie thigpen
I just adore your quote of the week feature, Jules! It's amazing how you find quotes that capture not only brilliant observations about decorating but about life, too!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, the only thing that my whatnots reveal about me right now is that I have a serious addiction to vintage glassware from Goodwill, and no place to store it but all over every table surface!
I love love love this quote and think it is very true.. and it makes me happy because I love knickknacks and whatnots - brilliant!
ReplyDeletexx Trina
Yes indeed they are...and some of the best parts of an interior!
ReplyDeleteOh, adore that cluster of hats! If only shoes could look so fabulous piled together....
ReplyDeletethis quote i love. might make a poster out of it. thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletedrey
bijou kaleidoscope
very true.
ReplyDeletei love the hat collage on the wall!
I just found you blog through the lovely Ness at MarleyandLockyer and have been enjoying myself quite a bit.
ReplyDeleteThe chaise in the first image is fantastic. Is it George Smith? Love the robin's egg blue draperies.
Your quote is so true. I can tell what type of person would live in this room, and they are divine.
xo
Brooke
Great quote and great images!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the first room... could sit on that chaise all day!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I love the bottom picture and the fire place!
ReplyDeletei love that picture with all the hats!
ReplyDeleteOooh, love the chaise lounge!
ReplyDelete