When it comes to prioritizing self care, heading to the local magazine rack is at the top of my life. There is something about magazines that just makes me feel blissful. The big glossy covers, the smell, the possibility, etc. Whenever I am needing a jolt of inspiration or an emotional pick me up, this is definitely my happy place.

One magazine in particular really had me hooked. Elle Decoration Country, Volume 10. I could not put it down. Every image in the magazine was breathtaking.

This issue made me long for warm Summer days in European countrysides. Two of the homes were so inspiring to me, I just knew I had to share them with you. The first spread was giving me inspiration for mixing white and wood, which is exactly what my mood has been this month so far.

This next spread was so inviting and seductive, a beautiful spin on modern decorating. Could you just imagine the feeling of waking up in a stone wall bedroom? I'd feel like a queen in her castle.

I just think this issue was divine. You can pick it up if you wish, the rest is just as intoxicating.

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July mood board: earthy & exotic

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Global Decor inspiration: bohemian glamour in neutrals

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Get the look: Global Glamour - Cher's LA abode

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Home Style: Flea Market FABulous

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Decorating Inspiration: The power of a Zen Den

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Get the look: Kate Moss Timeless Glamour bedroom style, The lakes by Yoo

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There is something about antiques that I just can't get enough of. My fathers family spent most of there formative years in Europe, so growing up I saw my family's love for the art, food, lifestyle and was just enchanted. We were a different family, not your typical American family bar-b-q type of family. We grew up having the most delicious crepes for breakfast and learning the set the table for an elegant dinner even at breakfast time. We always had the finest china to eat on and as kids we would be brought to museums and book stores and be taught about art history and culture. The women in the family would take all of us to antique stores and we would be there for hours curating new collections for the home. I've always been mesmerized. Naturally, I fell in love with the Antique shops & Designers magazine (based out of Houston, Tx).

I fell in love with this particular issue. The colors in the room and the style, there's a mix of that old world French, a pop of Scandinavian antique and hints of modern. It's so inspiring.