It’s a Leap Year! I hope you enjoy this extra day.

“Love shall be our token; love be yours and love be mine.”
~Christina Rosetti

Wishing you all a “love”ly Valentine’s Day!

I discovered deKor & Co. by accident. I was walking down a side street in Ojai minding my own business when I spotted the cool displays in the window. I figured, I’ll just pop in for a sec and check it out. Well, half an hour later, I was still exploring and had an armful of goodies to purchase.

Located at 105 S. Montgomery St. it is two thousand square feet of chic, eclectic awesomeness.

The offerings at deKor are varied and unique. The owners, Isabelle and Rachel are interior designers, (Isabelle) and a former beauty editor at W magazine (Rachel). Their incredible sense of style is stamped on every item. I was especially taken with this Rene’ Norman vase.

There are so many charming and whimsical vignettes like these…

The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. Coming here feels like visiting a cool friend who has great taste!

The one thing I was not expecting when I walked in, was to be served a delicious cup of tea. deKor has a well stocked Tea Bar where locals gather and shoppers refuel.

DeKor also offers custom made furniture.

This ornate mirror is on my wish list. It would look incredible in my bedroom!

Another unique aspect of this lifestyle boutique, is that they carry the cult cosmetic brand, Face Stockholm. In addition to purchasing from a really nice selection of products, you can get a makeup tutorial from their resident makeup artist.

Even Fido or Fluffy can get something special from DeKor.

I don’t know about you, but I really enjoy not only shopping in beautiful spaces like this, but also gleaning display inspiration for my own home. I have replaced my boring dining table vase of flowers with some cool architectural elements I had in the garden and have lined up my perfume bottles on a lovely tray in my dressing room.

If you are looking for the perfect hostess, or birthday gift, this is it! These candles smell fresh and clean and have the cutest label. It’s the perfect Ojai souvenir.

They also carry beautiful items for your bar. Don’t you just adore the green hippo bottle openers?

I hope this post has inspired you to visit deKor. You will not only be greeted warmly but you’ll love exploring this great space. And if you decide to treat yourself to a little something special…good for you!

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Even though it was a chilly day at the beach, there was plenty of warm and fuzzy feelings from Tristan and his mom, Sunni during our photo session.

This is the second time we have photographed this little family and we are even more impressed by how charming, smart and funny this little boy is and by how much he clearly he adores his mom. I would guess it’s almost as much as she adores him!

Click here if you’d like to see photos from our last session with Sunni and Tristan.

The most romantic day of the year is right around the corner. That means you have very little time to come up with that perfect gift for your sweetheart.

Yes, you can always fall back on the old standards: overpriced roses and cholesterol ridden chocolates…or you can surprise him or her with an Isabel Lawrence photo shoot.

I’ll help you think outside the box in planning a concept and wardrobe for the session. For instance, if your special guy collects vintage cars, I’ll scout the perfect, picturesque road for the shoot, where he and his T-Bird will truly shine.

If your wife gives everything of herself to take care of you and the kids, I know she’d love to spend an afternoon being pampered and made to look like a movie star.

So what’s it going to be? Another teddy bear, or a gift that will be cherished for generations?

Book your session before Feb. 7th and you will receive an exquisitely wrapped gift certificate.

Larry and I did a really unique engagement session recently. The theme was a Day in the Life. We were so touched and honored to have been given such intimate access into this lovely couple’s home. Their two adorable dogs made it even more fun. We cannot wait for their big day!

Wishing you a beautiful, abundant Thanksgiving!