I’d like to dress myself in Ida’s dreamy, impromptu patterns.

LINK:  IDA LEHTONEN

These tape hooks are crazy genius, and if I weren’t running out of wall space in my home, I’d totally find a way to make them mine.

LINK:  TORAFU ARCHITECTS

This illustration for Tulva Magazine is totally wooing me this morning. Wooing. Is that even a word?

LINK:  ELINA MINN

I’m not necessarily the biggest fan of flowers, but this collabo between Atlantic Treefox and FieldGuided is just… kickin’. ($55)

LINK:  ROSEGOLDEN

I’m a fall girl all the way, and yes, we’ve got a long way to go before then, but my radar is already tuned into Kron’s latest footwear. I anticipate their new arrivals like clockwork each season — SO good!

LINK:  KRONKRON

If I ever created a fashion line, I’d totally commission Eden to draw my models. Look how crazy they are!?! Plus, I think their bodies might be modeled after a normal girl’s size. (And yes, I did just get all educational / girl power on you!)

LINK:  EDEN VEAUDRY

If you’re less-than-crafty like I am, you’ll appreciate these pennant decals that are quick, sticky and virtually foolproof. Let’s throw a party now, yes?

LINK:  MAGIC PONY

In Nevermoreland, Bianca attempts to don the frocks she once wore as a tiny tot. The result is equal parts moving and nostalgic. Simply beautiful.

LINK:  BIANCA GALINDO

Aww, such a cool behind-the-scenes video from Scout Books. And guess what? Design for Mankind readers receive $2 off any 3-pack of books over $10 with promo code PAPERLOVE (exp 8/31/11). You lucky dogs.

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I’ve got lilac painted nails as I type this, and I can’t help but reminisce about one of my favorite floral scents every time I look at the keyboard. And although I’ve never been the biggest purple fan, I do love a sweet touch of lilac every now and then:

1. Lilac skinny jeans, £30, Dorothy Perkins
2. Anya Hindmarch lilac clutch, $1600, Net-a-Porter
3. Lilac silicone watch, $51, ASOS
4. Essie nail polish in Lilacism, $8, Macy’s
5. Club Monaco semi-precious stone ring, £60, Brown’s
6. Emilio Pucci silk scarf, $200, The Outnet
7. Marc Jacbos satin lilac dress, $440, The Outnet
8. Lilac bath towels, $10, Amazon
9. Thalya dining chair, £141, Mac & Mac [via House to Home]
10. Lilac stacked boxes, £14, Debenhams