What better personal statement than an entire room themed around one of your favourite things - like this sophisticated dressing room inspired by an Hermès box. A coat of bright orange paint on one wall. Dramatic orange and brown striped drapes and rich dark wood accents complete the theme. Ikea kitchen cabinets were mounted horizontally on the wall to provide extra storage space - and a lovely display for beautiful bags and shoes. The luxury of Hermès transported to your very own personal luxury - your very own dressing room.

These days it's hard to escape the bursts of orange here and there. With the signature deep Hermès orange to the bright, happy labels of on the Veuve Clicquot bottles, it seems that perhaps this season, happiness just requires the right shade of orange. Maybe a simple accessory, a dress, a coat of paint or the perfect coat is all it takes to set you off in the right direction. Go ahead and get that Hermès box - and just say you're being festive.

Javier and I were enjoying a beautiful walk outside in the crisp autumn air when I saw it - floating above us like a lovely Hermès balloon - one lone autumn leaf - bright flame orange, so delicate and perfect in every way.

The perfect farewell to a magical autumn.

{Photo: Hermesad2006}