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Book Review :: Carrier & Company Positively Chic Interiors

Their interiors reflect a spectrum of styles from bohemian glamour to country charm. from modern luxe to elegantly traditional. Husband and wife design duo, Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller of Carrier & Company make it all look effortless too. It’s therefore no surprise that the couple’s work has caught industry and media attention as they were named to the Architectural Digest Top 100 in 2013 & 2014 and Elle Decor’s A-list for 2015. When asked if I’d like to review Carrier & Company’s new book, Positively Chic Interiors (The Vendome Press), I jumped at the chance. Released today and filled with over 200 inspiring images, readers are given an inside look into their process for creating charmingly personal, beautifully balanced and positively chic interiors. In the book’s introduction, Carrier & Company explains that they “are dedicated to creating the firm foundations of functional beauty that are necessary in order to live with ease, style, and comfort.” Their design approach resonates with me and I know this is a book I will reference and treasure for a long time. Here’s a look at a small sampling of the gorgeous images that fill the pages of this delightful book.

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We love to edit back the belongings, to pare down the possessions to find the right balance – Carrier & Co

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We prize decoration that feels effortless, essential, and light of spirit. – Carrier & Co

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Read full story By on September 22, 2015 in Bedroom, book, book review, dining rooms, Features, foyers, interior design, Interiors, Living Room

Fall Front Door Ideas Perfect for Halloween Too

Football, foliage starting to turn and a switch in the weather these last few days that has me thinking about the fall months ahead. One way I welcome the cooler season is to decorate the front door in a festive way. Some like to decorate their entry for Halloween and then switch it out again for fall. To save time and energy this year however, I’m aiming at just decorating the door only once. I’m thinking of keeping it simple and have I’ve rounded up a few great examples of fall front door ideas perfect for Halloween too!

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via Country Living

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via The Daily Basics

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via Martha Stewart

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via Emily A. Clark

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via BHG

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Read full story By on September 16, 2015 in flowers, foyers, Halloween, Holiday, holiday decor

Walls with a Wow Factor

Let’s talk wallcoverings. They are a critical part of setting the mood in any space. Walls are a great place to add color, pattern and texture. Glam them up or tone them down using paint (typically the least expensive route), wallpaper (more expensive, but great way to incorporate pattern) or fabric (typically the most expensive). From vintage to modern, I’ve rounded up a rooms that have walls with a wow factor:

dining room // BM Seaweed green // Palmer Weissbedroom // katie ritter fabricsnursery room // bold wallpaperSol LeWitt inspired wallsgirl's bedroom // vintage floral wallpaper

image sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5

get the look

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Read full story By on September 8, 2015 in Bedroom, color, crib, dining rooms, interior design, Interiors, pattern, textiles, wallpaper

The Buzz :: Fall Favorites

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As the fall months approach, it’s a great time to refresh your home. I’ve noticed that I’m gravitating to cool whites and deep indigo blues. Although not typically associated with the fall, the color palette is a great one for any season. It’s timeless. Here are a few swoon worthy fall favorites that caught my eye.

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product links:

1 // aligre table lamp

2 //  resin party bucket

3 // octave kitchen storage

4 // marbleized vessel

5 // wool rug

6 // feather fabric

7 // birch log bundle

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Read full story By on September 2, 2015 in brass, color, Features, home accessories, lighting, rugs, textiles, the buzz, upholstery