I was recently discussing interior design plans with a close friend and he specifically said that he wanted, “a plant that looks like the ones in Céline stores.” Uh, ok? In the moment it seemed like a totally bizarre object to reference, but after taking some time to simmer on it, I resolved that it was absolutely brilliant.
Too often, designers and boutiques fill their spaces with massive bundles of store-bought flowers. While their display of florals may be beautiful, it’s difficult for me to support the waste that must come from their rapidly changing setups. Instead of constantly ordering, displaying, and throwing out stem-upon-stem for a store, why not invest in beautiful potted plants? Not only does this positively shift the mood and air in the space, but also, lasts years longer and is completely sustainable.
Céline hasn’t been shy with their tree love, as their recent Fall 2014 runway was lined with greens. I did some research at Sprout and found out exactly what plants to buy in order to replicate the designer trees. Here is what a plant expert from Sprout suggests:
“The plants in the runway photo are a type of Philodendron called ‘selloum.’ Our store sells them usually about 3 or 4 feet in diameter and cost around $50. They are very easy to care for: medium/low light, let dry between waterings (usually about 2-3 times per month).
The window photo is a Ficus lyrata, or ‘fiddle leaf fig.’ One that size would come in a 14” pot and cost $225. They are not as easy as the philodendron, and require some direct sun, and generally very bright light. Let the top 2-3 inches of soil dry between waterings. Over-watering and under-watering can each cause leaf drop and discoloration.”
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I’m always interested in seeing people’s tattoos — they usually tell a story or reveal an interesting detail about a person. Recently, I’ve been itching to get a new one, especially after scrolling through the Instagram of the hottest tattoo artist on the block, Dr. Woo. Based out of Shamrock Social Club in Los Angeles, the artist is constantly in demand, and was even profiled on Into the Gloss for his work on trend setters and models. Here are some of my favorite works of his, all appropriately themed earth-y as we approach Earth Day!
Vegan by Design 