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After posting yesterday on Gone With the Wind, I am still dreaming of Southern style . . .  Sigh, sometimes after seeing so many cold modern spaces, these classic interiors feel just so welcoming!  Here are some more lovely inspirations that remind of the elegance and warmth from south of the Mason-Dixon line! 

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Tea in the garden? yes please! The octagonal sunroom is so beautiful! {via}

These notes are just too perfect - From Sparrow Nest Script in North Carolina {available via Etsy}

I love this image! Southern belles featured in Life magazine {via}

Something about these gorgeous blooms against the vintage wallpaper felt so Southern to me {via}

I love this tree lined lane! {via}

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Souther Comfort punch garnished with masses of fresh lemons {via Martha Stewart}

A modern version of a lovely southern veranda. I like the painted door and shock of coral pillows! {via Southern Living}

So dreamy and a bit victorian! {via}

Southern sweet tea! {via}

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I love how tradition, grace, and a liveliness combine to form a true Southern style! 

Happy Weekend!

xo Allison

Spicer + Bank

Southern Loving: Gone With the Wind

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I love to read, especially classics, so I was surprised to realize as of a month ago I had not read the oh so famous Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell! If you have not experienced this book you must! It was worth it for the description of the clothing, interiors and landscapes alone! My head has been swirling with images of shady porches, lace curtains, tree lined drives and beautiful taffeta dresses even weeks after finishing the novel.  So glamorous, dramatic, and moody! Now I am off to rent the film!

A beautiful costume sketch for the film, drawn by Walter Plukett {via}

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Love this graphic poster! {via}

A perfect Southern garden luncheon - so charming! {via}

Classic buttermilk fried chicken - I love how descriptive the book is about all details, including food. If you are craving some, try out this recipe! 

Not sure if I love the silver cups or the mint juleps more! {via}

Classic shaded terrace - I love the all greenery looks against the whites and grays! {via Southern Accents}

Hope y'all have a lovely day! 

xoxo Allison

Spicer + Bank

Lights On Shore: Film for Japan!

Aspiring filmakers and directors . . . lets film for Japan! This wonderful competition aims to raise money for aid work in Japan while also offering a forum for young filmakers! Please check it out! 

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On Film for Japan

The recent shocking series of events in Japan has left thousands of people in need for help. Lights on Shore is organizing a fund raising short film contest to support the communities affected by the quake. At the same time, Lights on Shore aims to stimulate increased interest and opportunity in filmmaking for the young and the passionate about the art. The theme of the contest is "Man against or with Nature?"

Bali Chic . . . Part Trois

Ok, I promise this will be the last of the Bali posts (at least for a while!). Here is a collection of images and pieces which I particularly loved and thought embodied the ultimate Bali Chic! 

A scene in Bali from the film Eat Pray Love with Julia Roberts . . . I could not resist! A great example of the traditional fabrics and offerings. The photo is by Francois Duhamel via Elle Decor.

A woven rattan outdoor lantern, these were all over in varying sizes, it reminds me of a fisherman's basket. The villas, hotels, and restaurants in Bali do a beautiful job with soft outdoor lighting! 
                      

 
A teak root sculpture, Canton whitewashed bookcase, and Hullet solid wood side table - all by Lio Collection, a few of my favorites! 

 The whitewashed interior of Cafe Bali in Seminyak - not only was the food wonderful here but I loved the white, breezy decor with colonial and antique touches. A lovely combination of East and West {photos via Haute Habits}

Nusa Dua batik fabric in shell and gold. Traditional batiks are generally more brightly colored but they are also making some more modern versions like this one. It would be stunning pillows and reminded me a bit of Fortuny's timeless fabrics.

108 white Japa Mala buddhist prayer beads strung on orange thread. I am already kicking myself I did not bring some of these back with me!

A Balinese carved stone wall mural, I love the organic flow of it!