Favorite Finds in Newport and Laguna
Inspired by the hues of the sea, treasures from beach combing along the shore and epic California sunsets, here are some of my favorite finds representing the string of beautiful beaches along the coast of Newport and Laguna.
Beach Inspired
Set on a squishy striped beach towel in a palette ranging from aqua to sea green to marine blue from Laguna Beach Textile Company, there is macramé art from Laguna Beach artist, Jim Olarte. I found the organic, drippy glazed bowl (made by a local potter) at my favorite Newport home store Juxtaposition Home. The fabulous polyurethane bag made from recycled Sicilian fishing net from Italian designer Luisa Cevese Riedizioni was purchased from A’maree’s in Newport, as well as the cat eye sunglasses by Celine. The Lafco candle in the fragrance “Sea and Dune” smells of lotus, sea grass and amber, and burns in a lovely hand blown glass vessel. The sea salt soap by Kala Style Soap makes the shower smell divine, and I love its exfoliating sea salt. The colorful stripey socks come from our fave surf shop Jack’s Surfboards and are among the many fun items our family always seems to pick up there. For a fun beachy bathroom, the wallcovering in the “Sea Waves Indigo” design by Spoonflower is a delight. Mixed media art work by moi.
Woven Favorite Finds
A super soft Italian herringbone throw is perfect to use as a wrap for early morning or evening beach walks. Bixby & Ball, in Lido Marina Village, stocks a collection of these throws in a range of pretty hues, along with other coastal-inspired home accessories and decor.
Jewelry Inspired by the Sea
Give your outfits a punch with handmade jewelry by local Laguna Beach artist, Diana Garreau. The necklaces are made of vintage glass and African beads. All are fabulous, the colors are interesting and they are each one-of-a-kind. Diana has an expert eye and a wonderful sense of style. Your eyes will pop out of your head when you step inside her glorious shop, a jewel box in and of itself.
Upcycled Fishing Net
