Wild about Walk In's

Welcome back ! So sorry to go MIA so early into the blogging game. But a girl needs a vacay right? Just back from a much needed holiday weekend. Well, for those of you who've tuned in late into the game i must tell you that we just moved. No, not just down the street or a quick zip code change but bags & barrels across the globe from suburban America to the hustle and bustle of chaotic Bangalore. Anybody who's moved in their lives before will tell you this - Be prepared to have the life sucked out of you. Forget the physical distress. A pedicure could fix that. But somehow seeing your entire life being boxed and shipped out just like that is heart wrenching. If i forked out $50 to see a therapist I'm pretty sure she'd give my condition a fancy name.


The move so far, 6 months in, has been both good and bad. I mean it's always nice to be close to family and your social calendar is in constant overdrive, however i must admit i have serious withdrawal symptoms at least twice a week - Home goods, Micheal's and Hobby Lobby, how i miss you! I crave to feel the touch of craft paper in aisle 6 ? Or make a quick dash to the dollar store. I miss it and HOW ! Is there a patch or something to fix that ? Nicotine or otherwise ?
I'll save you the house hunting nightmare and get you right up to speed. You can thank me later. We currently rent a 3 bedroom villa style house right in the middle of the city, but have plans to build our own home hopefully in the coming year. We've bought a plot in a good neighborhood, tree lined street and all and will soon start construction.Now that's a project i would look forward to. I mean i already have my wish lists all filed and tabbed by room and style and not to mention i have been pinteresting with a vengeance ! God bless the founder of Pinterest ! Do you pin ?


One MUST-HAVE feature in our future home (i promise to give you a peek into my current digs later this week) would be a generous Walk-In Closet. I mean i would love if it could make Mariah Carey's closet look like a shoe box but let's not get carried away just yet.

This is called Closet Royalty !

What makes a perfect Walk-In-Closet ?

Moving away from pop star royalty for a minute, lets talk about closets for mere mortals. Here are the elements of a perfect walk in closet and some eye candy I've been drooling over. Inspiration much ?                                                        

1. Island

An island is a super must have. First, it immediately gives the room a focal point. Second, it's a much needed space to place a nice looking jewelery box or maybe some fresh flowers or a bowl of candy. I'm almost tempted to call it the closet mantle. You can decorate it & style it to your heart's content and by just changing the vignette on the tabletop from time to time you get an instant fresh update. Viola ! 

2. Mirror

A tall standing mirror can go a long way when prepping for a night out. But like everything else, it needs to be placed right. I think a mirror that stands 10 feet away from you is perfect. Any closer and it would be impossible to see yourself the right way. Ladies, please don't ask your husbands if you look fat. Just buy a mirror. It's far more honest and i promise it will not resent your shoe collection.

3. Sitting area

There is nothing more annoying than having to lean against a wall to put on my stockings or heels while dolling up to head out. I would love to have a sitting area where i can slowly and deliberately put on my heels without worrying about falling flat on my face. And a striking bench can add just that dramatic appeal.

4. Space for shoes and handbags

Who am i kidding ! I might not be a Picasso but i embarrassingly own an obscene shoe collection(some of which have not seen the light of day) and it would be such a shame if i didn't get to showcase it. Now if you owned a Picasso you wouldn't just roll it and box it in a picture tube now would you ? Shoes are like art. So please show some respect and treat them well.

5. Drawers

Sometimes, modesty is much required. So please, even if you own the entire La Perla catalog, don't flaunt it. Cover up ladies. Lingerie, Scarves, Stockings need to be stashed away in drawers. I've always loved the white glossy island with lucite drawers at Victoria Secret where they neatly fold all that 5 for $25 underwear. Watches, Sunglasses ditto. And oh you men, i don't know if you read blog posts about walk in closets but both God and you know you need a place for those socks and ties !

6. Lighting

The wrong lighting can make you hate yourself and highlight all your flaws, so for the love of all things silhouette, avoid spotlights and go for softer lighting that highlights your best assets.

When selecting your lighting for the perfect walk-in closet, make sure that it is soft and welcoming rather than spotty, which tends to create unflattering shadows. Your objective is to feel great in your walk-in closet, not hideous. And i could write an entire post about statement chandeliers i would kill for. 

Swooning already ? I am. Well, i know it's not realistic to have a closet the size of Alabama, but hey, a girl can dream right ? I think incorporating the right elements into a closet, big or small, can add so much drama to the space that size becomes a non issue. I am a fan of the last closet from Honey we're Home. I think its all the flair you need while still keeping it real. Bonus Points for using those Tony Burch shopping bags as props ? What are your closet must haves ? Do share. 

I can talk about closets all week long, but i think you get the idea. I hope. See you soon, until then stay fabulous !

Fabulously Yours,

T