Paris ... the best city in the world

It's no secret that Paris is our favourite city in the whole wide world. We could spend a whole life time exploring this treasure trove of fashion, design, eating, architecture and all the best things about life and never get sick of it. The best thing about Paris is while there are always plenty of new things and places to try - the old gems always remain faithful. JellyBella cannot consume enough about Paris, our fridge and walls are covered in tidbits about this french jewel - so we thought it was time to start collating our favourite bits of Paris.


Astier de Villatte - ceramics heaven 
This gorgeous shop represents everything french; it oozes style, is chic and classic. The design company is famous for its amazing handmade delicate white porcelain ceramics, bespoke fragances, candles and cashmere scarves. My day isn't complete unless I've had a cup of tea in my gorgeous cup and saucer, I don't care what any one says it definitely tastes better.

173 Rue Saint Honore paris
www.astierdevillatte.com

Merci
This 1,500sqm concept store spread over 3 floors, sells a range of fashion and home decor and includes a flower shop and cafe. Think Stella McCartney and Yves St Laurent - all the profits raised go to charity. It's a parisian must!

111 Boulevard Beaumarchais Paris
www.merci-merci.com

Colette
This is the ultimate guide to what's hip hop and happening as far as fashion is concerned. To see the latest fashion trends and direction a visit to this design mecca will get the juices flowing and inspire your next look. The fashion is paired with the latest books and gadgets and anything that is 'now'. The best time to visit Colette is at the very beginning of the sales in june and january. Many bargains can be had. Check out these gorgeous Guiseppe Zanotti heels I snagged for a bargain.

213 Rue St Honore Paris
www.colette.fr

Jamin Puech
If your after a one of the kind bag - this is the place to find it. The unique designs really make the right statement. There are a couple of stores in Paris, my favourites are in the marais and St Germain. Well worth checking out if your after that something extra special. I was lucky to find this beauty in my christmas stocking. Boy santa has good taste!

Send us through your favourite bits from Paris. We'll continue to post ours.

x xJ-B

The Smell Of Summer

We are loving these fab umbrella’s this summer. There are no dusty cobwebs hidden in these beauty’s from BasilBangs. Great at the beach or in the backyard, they are definitely making all the right statements! Check out the amazing range of fabrics on offer.
www.basilbangs.com
xx J-B

Christmas Baubles

Here are a couple of lovely baubles I have come across this Christmas season…..I will post a couple more before Santa pops down the chimney…

this one i found in the Christmas markets in Germany a few years ago…..look how beautiful it is.

www.anthropologie.eu
look at this gorgeous elephant ornament

and finally i will leave you with one of my favourites….beautifully mirrored ornaments….this looks spectacular at night with tea candles surrounding it…

All photos taken my me.

j-b x

Oh so comfy and cococozy!

We are loving the new online store on one of our favourite blog sites cococozy.com. Coco has taken her fantastic blog a step further and released her first range of amazing cushions, throws, drapes and fabrics. The prints are edgy and contemporary and come in a fantastic range of colours. Here’s a few of our favourites

 
But the top of our wish list - this gorgeous throw in Aqua. It is screaming to be snuggled into with a good book, a zeppole and a mug of hot chocolate.

make sure you check it out
http://shop.cococozy.com
x J-B

HO HO HO

Since it’s the season to be jolly, I’ve selected a handful of lovely Christmas ideas for decorating your home before the big day……

www.countryliving.com
A galvanised tub offers a charming cover for a plain metal tree stand

www.francesjanisch.com

www.countryliving.com

Kelly Wearstler designed this chic, leather dip-dyed wreath for DIFFA. Think outside of the normal pine wreath…..

www.hectorsanchez.com

www.rolandbello.com
An excellent way to hang your christmas baubles in a decorative way.

www.anthropologie.com
A lovely winter woollen stocking

www.freshome.com
This tree is made by tacking up knickknacks and odds-and-ends in the shape of a classic Christmas tree, this display conveys a festive tree without the help of a single branch

www.houseandhome.com
This DIY Christmas board is a great idea to display your Christmas cards and tags….and can be used over and over again even when Christmas is over.

www.livingetc.com
And finally a little present for Santa…… and personalising his midnight refreshment with a write-on-glass pen
Spread the Christmas magic around!!!

j-b x