Life in the Fog

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive;
and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”
-Maya Angelou

January 25, 2018

La Cornue Luxury Stoves

So far 2018 has been a quiet year for me; I've been hibernating from these chilly winters, though it's not as bad as what our east coast inhabitants are experiencing - hope you're all staying safe and warm!

Lately I've been baking up a storm and trying new dishes as I wait for spring (and our little one) to arrive and since I've been following food rockstars like Ina Garten on social media, I see the occasional drool worthy kitchens featuring these luxury ranges by La Cornue.













January 22, 2018

Details of a Garden Wedding

 Steven Meisel, U.S. Vogue, 1996

Wedding season is months away, but every bride-to-be knows it's never too early to start planning those details whether her wedding is in six months or the summer of next year.  I love the idea of a garden wedding and these images found are nothing short of enchanting...Wishing the brides of 2018 all the happiness on their blissful, special, romantic day! 


Photo from Strictly Weddings





Photo from Elizabeth Anne Designs








Photos from Strictly Weddings and Samandlouise.co.uk







Photo from the Hanging Lantern Company


Photo from Birds of a Feather



Photo by Lara Hotz




 Photo from South Coast Botanic Garden




Photo from Deer Pearl Flowers

January 21, 2018

Afternoon Tea Table Settings

Unfortunately work, raising a toddler, and having a baby baking in my belly has left me so drained that I find myself crashing on the couch, in pjs by 7:30 p.m. on a work week.  I often feel guilty that I barely have the energy to play with my little girl who I never see during the day, let alone do the simple act of calling up friends to nurture friendships.  This year, I'm hoping to host more gatherings with family and friends (and up my energy back to pre-pregnancy days by walking more of these hilly San Francisco streets.)



After binge-watching The Crown and the film Marie Antoinette, I've been in such an afternoon tea kind of mood testing scone and sandwich recipes at home, that I'm looking forward to hosting a few this year.  These images I've found has gotten me excited to begin the planning process and possibly host one for my baby shower.   



 Laudree table setting


Funny how I grew up in a home filled with blue and white china and 
didn't care for it at all, and now as an adult, I'm obsessed! 


A mouth-watering, gorgeous spread


Lovely vintage tea sets




Etsy is a great source for vintage tea sets 





A dainty Wedgewood china tea set.  I received many hand-me-down Wedgewood plates and cups from my mother, who is a fan, so I am partial to the brand.  




Love, love, love the Polka Dot Tea Story collection.

January 20, 2018

Pink in the Kitchen

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and I didn't there was anything that would make a kitchen pop or make cooking and baking more fun than these kitchen aids - in Pink!





Mini Rick Cooker - way too small for my family but adorable!

Can't get enough of Stripes

I am so obsessed with stripe shirts that when I was promoted at my job, I rewarded myself with a Saint James for J. Crew shirt.  As I unearthed the Breton shirt from the brown carton box, my husband exclaimed, "another stripe shirt?!"

I'm late to the game, but I just recently discovered La Ligne through my Instagram feed and of course the obsession continues with these coveted chunky sweaters and tops!