black + white + chic all over

I had high hopes of sharing before and after pics of the farmhouse table that I made and custom stained myself with you today, but the weather’s been so crappy, making it impossible to get good shots.  So, I thought I’d share some goodies that have caught my eye lately, instead: gorgeous black and white goodness for your closet and your home! 

This striped maxi is super comfy and flattering; I love the key hole detailing in the back and for $30, you can’t beat the price!  Perfect for everyday wear, or dress it up with a denim jacket, wedges and oversize gold hoops for an evening out!

I love a chunky gold watch, especially the black face on this beauty.

Blogger Erin Gates’ new ceramic collection with Jill Rosenwald launched this week and I can’t get enough – black and white stripes, gold trim AND monogrammed?  Be still my heart!

We just bought these gorgeous ebony lamps to add a little sophistication to a client’s all-white guest room at her beach house and they are exquisite!

Bold black and white pillows are a beautiful compliment to any neutral sofa, chair or bed.  You can never go wrong with la Fiorentina, a beautiful floral or a simple grograin ribbon border:

These candles smell as divine as they look; once you’re done burning them, use them as a vase for flowers or corral your makeup brushes on your vanity:

Obsessed with this photographic equine print – in a simple black frame, it makes such a dramatic statement:

LOVE this soft black leather foldover clutch with cobalt blue detailing and that fabulous tassel – perfect Fall accessory:

This simple, washed-linen border duvet is understated luxury at its finest:

One of my favorite design books, Celerie Kemble’s Black and White is a beautiful source for black and white inspiration for your home: