Art: Colorful Digital Artwork by Dutch artist Jeanet Hage (02)

I visited in March 2016 an Art Fair close at my place and found some beautiful and colorful digital artwork from the Dutch artist Jeanet Hage (Deco-Foto). I wrote several blogs about her interesting work, see also: Blog nr. 01, Blog nr. 03 and Blog nr. 04. This blogpost is a republish of my blog of 13-03-2016. Be Inspired ..........

Digital artwork 'Waterworld'.

More about the artist

Project design is what Jeanet Hage always has inspired and her inspiration source is nature. She says: 'Nature can offer immeasurable possibilities for photographing'. Jeanet is since 2009 busy with Digital Art. This means: art created by the computer. She is using merely her own materials, unless it concerns an assignment for a client. A new design starts by working with forms, lines and colors of a selected photo. The images of the original photo are often not recognizable anymore and became (half) abstract and figurative creations. Are you also inspired by this interesting abstract work? See her website below for more information. 

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Source: Deco-Foto

These photos have been placed with permission of the artist. 

PFW: Givenchy F/W 2026 RTW Womenswear

Discover Givenchy’s latest Fall/Winter 2026 RTW-collection by Sarah Burton, blending timeless allure & modern sophistication.

“How can we put ourselves back together in the world we’re living in” 
- Sarah Burton

Sarah Burton’s 3rd Givenchy runway show represents her intuitive portrayal of the strengths of women today. Constructed on foundations of cut, tailoring and silhouette she established on entering the house, the templates are turned around, spontaneously capturing the creative flow between the atelier and her woman.

I also enclosed the You Tube video below to give you a good impression from the whole collection. Be Inspired .......

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Sources: GIVENCHY, Kendam and LVMH
Photos: courtesy of Givenchy

Bathrooms: Sophisticated baths from the German company Bette (01)

While surfing today on internet I saw this sophisticated serie 'Bette Loft' baths and washbasins from the German company Bette. What a Beauty and Craftsmanship! While taking a look at their website, I saw lots of more stunning designs. I am totally not surprised that they became the German Design Award Winner 2018. Will write another blog about this company later on. Be Inspired ......

More about the company: Fascinated by premium steel alloys. 

Bette is a German family-run company. They have been producing premium architectural bathroom components from steel-titanium alloy enamelled with purely natural materials since 1952. Their thermoforming process allows them to create flowing shapes with extraordinary craftsmanship and precision. Bette products are one-of-a-kind with a broad range of colours and dimensions to create an inspiring space in every bathroom design.

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Abstract Art: Inspiring artwork by Ursula J. Brenner (01)

Would like to share with you today this inspiring abstract painting "Royal Blue Abstract" from the artist Ursula J. Brenner. This blogpost is a repost of my blog of 19-01-2016. Earlier I wrote more blogs about 'ART', SEE HERE  Be Inspired ....... 

Ursula J. Brenner, the artist

More about the artist
Ursula J. Brenner creates a diverse array of landscapes and contemporary abstracts in acrylics and encaustics, using contrasts in form and color to underscore emotion in each piece. Ursula’s art reflects a wide range of moods, from light and playful to deep and mysterious. Born in Germany, Ursula has been influenced by a rich cultural background of old world museums, art, music and architecture. She lives and works in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she attended Edgecliff College on scholarship, graduating in 1978 with a BA in Drawing and Painting.

She has studied with and been influenced by the work of Wolf Kahn, Susan Sarback, Doug Dawson and Albert Handell. Always filled with ideas, Ursula can be as inspired by driving in the country as looking through a magazine. She likes to focus on the fundamental nature of a scene – the values, colors and shapes -using a “notan” study, a Japanese method of examining lights and darks. She enjoys alternating between landscapes and abstracts to keep her interest in both genres high. Ursula experiences a spiritual connection as she creates art, something she wants the viewer to experience as well. “My art makes a strong, bold statement, an unambiguous statement,” says the artist. “Yet it can be very ethereal too.I want people who look at my art to be transported into another realm, to transcend the normal human experience.”

Ursula is represented by selected galleries. Her paintings are featured in private and corporate collections internationally, She works with interior designers and art consultants and accepts commissioned work. A national award-winning artist, Ursula was chosen to attend the Vermont Studio Center on partial scholarship in 2002.

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Sources: Boulevard Fine Art and URSULA BRENNER

COLOR INSPIRATION - FLOATING TONES (06)

As blogger I am always looking for interesting color palettes which I can use to inspire my weblog readers. Below you will find the color palette 'Floating Tones'. What a lovely color palette! Such an elegant combination. Love them all. I published this blogpost earlier on 12-11-2014. This is a repost. Be Inspired .......

Source: Design Seeds. For more photos, 

see also my Pinterest moodboard "Color Palettes"

Interior: Decorating in blue & white colors

As interiorstylist I love the use of soft blue colors & white tones in combination with wood. It looks very fresh and bright. Below you will find some inspiring pictures for a fresh and bright interior. Be Inspired ....... Earlier I wrote more blogs about Colors, SEE HERE

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All pictures are from my Pinterest moodboard PINTEREST

FASHION: GORGEOUS IN RED (01)

Gorgeous in Red ........ Lovely fashion pictures from the Runway and more. This blogpost was earlier published on 18-10-2013. Be Inspired ......

Suzy Parker in a dress by Norman Norell. Life September 8th, 1952. Cover by Milton H. Greene 

Dior Haute Couture S/S 2013 Make up

 

Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2013 RTW

Valentino 2013

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Source: Pinterest/Color it Red

Scandinavian Design: Inspiring residential project 'Apt LA' by Lotta Agaton

Take a look at this inspiring residential project 'Apt LA' designed by the Swedish interior designer Lotta Agaton. Apt LA is Lotta Agaton’s former home, located in a renovated old factory. The space is a clear example of the studio’s interior style, where a minimalist foundation is paired with carefully selected objects and artworks to create a warm, minimalist expression. On June 19th, 2026 I published another Scandinavian blogpost about this interesting designer. Be Inspired ...... Earlier I wrote already another blogpost about Lotta, SEE HERE

 

Lotta Agaton, the designer

More about Lotta Agaton

Lotta Agaton is a renowned Swedish interior designer, stylist and founder of Lotta Agaton Interiors, one of Scandinavia’s leading interior design studios. Lotta Agaton is a prominent figure in Scandinavian interior design, known for her multidisciplinary approach that combines styling, creative direction and architectural interior projects. She founded Lotta Agaton Interiors in 2004, a studio that works on a wide range of projects including private homes, offices, retail spaces and commercial styling for international clients. Her studio emphasizes long-lasting quality, functional design and a human-centered approach, ensuring that every space is tailored to the client’s needs and vision. 

Career and Background

Agaton grew up in a family connected to architecture, as her father was an architect, which influenced her early interest in interiors. She began her career as an interior stylist and co-founded the Swedish interior magazine Residence, gaining extensive experience in editorial design and visual communication. After four years at the magazine, she established her own studio which has since become a leading name in Scandinavian interior design. 

Design Philosophy

Her work is characterized by a seamless integration of architecture, interior design and styling, focusing on materials that age beautifully and timeless aesthetics. The studio handles everything from technical architectural drawings to the careful curation of furniture, art and objects, ensuring that each project reflects a cohesive design vision. Agaton also emphasizes the human touch and functionality, creating spaces that are both visually striking and livable. 

Notable Projects

Lotta Agaton Interiors has worked on prestigious projects worldwide including residential complexes like 79 & Park in Stockholm, designed by Bjarke Ingels with interiors curated by her studio. The studio also collaborates with commercial clients on showroom designs, fair stands and visual identity projects, demonstrating versatility across private and public spaces. 

In summary, Lotta Agaton is a highly influential interior designer and stylist whose work blends Scandinavian minimalism with functional elegance, making her studio a benchmark for quality and creativity in interior design.

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Sources: LOTTA AGATON and Mutina

Runway: Pucci S/S 2026 - Colorful collection

 
Pucci S/S 2026 collection fashion show took place in Ortigia, Italy on April 17, 2026. On the small island of Ortigia, Italian fashion house Pucci unveiled its S/S 2026 collection under the direction of Camille Miceli. Presented within the cavernous arches of Grotta dei Cordari, the show balanced theatricality with a deliberate sense of ease — an environment where the weight of history was countered by a distinctly contemporary lightness.

Sicily was selected as the setting for its rich layers of history, nature and culture — Qualities that have increasingly drawn attention from the global fashion industry in recent years.

Commenting on the show, Miceli said: “Sicily has a magnetic energy that resonates with the Pucci spirit. The collection is an even deeper exploration of movement, color and rhythmic silhouettes that will feel heightened by this transporting experience.” Be Inspired by this colorful collection ........ 

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Source: PUCCI
Photos: courtesy of Pucci

GOODBYE JULY AND WELCOME AUGUST!

Let's welcome the new month August. Wishing you a colorful & inspiring month with lots of Love, Joy and Happiness! Today I will go to the beach with friends to enjoy a delicous lunch together. :-)

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Photo via PINTEREST