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Shades of Gray Home Decor

February 2, 2015 · Comments { 5 }

From charcoal to slate, cadet to pewter, smoky to mousy. The many shades of gray is quite vast, sophisticated and yet neutralizing. A mixture of black and white, the trending color has been hitting the fashion runways, surfaces in our homes and the pages of a very popular book (need I say more). Over the past couple years more and more of my clients have wanted to paint central living areas in soft shades of gray, cover counters in gray marble or stain cabinetry in rich gray tones. It’s a trend I personally love and I don’t see slowing down anytime soon.

To give you an idea of the range of shades and uses gray can offer, I’ve rounded up several inspiring images.

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Which shade of gray is your favorite?

happy decorating,

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on February 2, 2015 in Bathroom, Bedroom, Boy, boy's bedroom, color, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen

Design Trend :: Copper Home Decor Accents

January 26, 2015 · Comments { 7 }

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Move over brass — copper is back! This warm, rustic metallic element is trending. Whether used in sinks, lighting fixtures, hardware or home accessories, copper accents bring a sophisticated glamour to a space and are perfect paired with neutral palettes. Here are a few of my current copper favorites.

product links:

1 // pendant lighting

2 // baskets

3 // candle

4 // monogrammed shot glasses

5 // chair

6 // channels wallpaper

7 // whistling tea kettle

8 // monogrammed tray

If you are digging the copper home decor trend, you’ll have to check out my latest ideabook on Houzz!

happy decorating,

cristin

*image source via Lonny

Read full story By Cristin on January 26, 2015 in chairs, color, copper, design trends, Features, home accessories, houzz, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, lighting, wallpaper

Kate Spade Saturday Collaboration with West Elm

January 21, 2015 · Comments { 0 }

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Some personal favorites in the world of home decor and fashion have teamed up. West Elm has partnered with Kate Spade Saturday (the casual, spirited offshoot of Kate Spade New York) to create some super playful, yet chic furniture, bedding, rugs and accessories. The collection was released a few weeks back and some items are already on sale – so if you like what you see, don’t wait! Here are a few item that caught my eye:

product links:

1 // graphic black & white rug

2 // colorful abstract art

3 // diamond wool pouf

4 // bentwood slipper chair

5 // galaxy sheet set

What are you favorites from Kate Spade Saturday collaboration with West Elm?

Also, be sure to check out Kate Spade Saturday’s SECRET SALE for up to 75% off… hurry – it won’t last long!

happy shopping,

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on January 21, 2015 in 5 favorites, chairs, color, contemporary decor, discounts, Features, furniture, home accessories, pattern, throw pillows

Pink Holiday Decor

November 13, 2014 · Comments { 10 }

This festive living room featured on Poppytalk had me thinking of how much I love the color pink during the Christmas season. Simply a pale hue of red, pinks are fabulous paired with blues, greens and golds as a palette for any of the upcoming holidays. Certainly not traditional, pink holiday decor can be playful, elegant and sophisticated. Take a look at a few inspiring pink holiday decor perfect for your Thanksgiving tablescape, Christmas vignettes and News Year’s Eve dinner party.