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Poolside :: Fresh Picks

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swan pool floatie

Summer. It’s heat leads us poolside to cool off, visit with friends and just plain relax. Before heading to the pool, you’ll have to bring a few essentials. My kids have been keeping their eye out for fun floats and have this swan on the top of their list. I too have spotted a few poolside picks that I’m sharing today.

poolside fresh picks // www.simplifiedbee.com

product links:

1 sunscreen // 2 flamingo float // 3 sunglasses // 4 pineapple tote // 5 acrylic tumbler // 6 umbrella

 

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Read full story By on July 9, 2015 in Features, Get The Look, outdoor living, pools

Designer Crush :: Megan Tagliaferri

Known for her glitzy hotel and casino interiors in Vegas, Megan Tagliaferri of FLO Design Studio describes her own personal aesthetic as “California mod spiritual.” In her Belmont Shores of Long Beach home, she blends a mix of earthy, yet glamorous boho style. Tagliaferri brilliantly layers rich patterns throughout using designer wallcoverings, Moroccan textiles and vintage furnishings. Although high glam, the rooms are cozy, inviting and laid-back. It’s the perfect interior for the relaxed SoCal waterfront lifestyle Tagliaferri and her family were seeking. Take a peek!

Entry // Japanese-style Wabi wallpaper by Calico // Megan TagliaferriDining Room // California Boho-Glam // Megan TagliaferriBathroom // Kelly Wearstler Wallpaper // Megan TagliaferriBedroom // Moroccan Wedding Blanket // Megan TagliaferriBathroom // Soaking Tub // Megan TagliaferriRosewood Desk // Megan TagliaferriTee Pee // Playroom // Megan Tagliaferri

*images via C Home // photo credit Laure Joilet

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Read full story By on July 7, 2015 in Bathroom, bathrooms, Bedroom, bedrooms, curated look, dining rooms, Features, foyers, interior design, Interiors, mid-century modern, Playroom, playrooms, rugs, textiles, vintage, wallpaper

10 Questions :: Sisterhood of the World of Bloggers Award

You may have seen the Sisterhood of the World of Bloggers Award going around from blog to blog. I’m not sure when it all started, but recently I had the good fortune of being tagged by Lisa, a sweet friend and the incredibly talented interior designer behind Lisa Mende Design. This means that I’ve been asked to answer her 10 questions, then select 10 new bloggers and ask them to answer my 10 questions. Thank you Lisa for nominating me! And here we go…

lotus wallpaper // galbraith & paul

Q :: If you could have any job besides the one you have right now, what would it be?

A :: Wow, that’s tough. I’m living my dream job right now but, if I had to pick something I think I would be a textile designer. As you may know, I’m a little obsessed with fabrics and wallpaper!

*image lotus wallpaper via Galbraith & Paul

day at the beach

Q :: If you had one day completely alone how would you fill your time?

A :: I’d spend the day at the beach under an umbrella with the latest shelter magazine.

pineapple artwork // joni tyrrell // minted.com

Q :: What is the best vacation you’ve ever taken?

A :: A trip to Kauai with my husband and while I was pregnant with my first. It’s my favorite of the Hawaiian island and truly a slice of heaven.

*pineapple art above by Joni Tyrrell for minted.com

tennis // vogue UK

Q :: What is one vacation spot on your bucket list?

A :: I took up tennis last year and am hooked. Although I’ve visited the UK, I’d really like to attend Wimbledon.

*image via Vogue UK

spa bathroom // amory brown

Q :: What is your favorite little luxury?

A :: A day at the spa.

*bathroom by Amory Brown via Houzz

cucumber-basil limeade // summertime drink

Q :: What is your favorite summertime drink?

A :: I don’t drink much alcohol, so sparkling water with lime does it for me. However, I’d really like to try this sparkling cucumber-basil limeade this summer!

girl's bedroom // celerie kemble design girl's bedroom // celerie kemble design

Q :: If you could pick any designer, living or dead, to decorate your house, who would it be?

A :: Celerie Kemble. I adore her neo-traditional style, use of color & pattern and overall aesthetic. How beautiful is this girls’ bedroom I spotted in her portfolio!

balance it // etsy

Q :: If you could rewind twenty years and give yourself one piece of advice, what would it be?

A :: Focus on what’s important and don’t sweat the small stuff.

*print via Four Green Acres

twinkle light Christmas tree - Simplified Bee

Q :: What is your favorite family tradition?

A :: Celebrating Christmas with family in Tahoe. There is something magical about being the mountains with the snow.

green kitchen nook // cristin priest designs // simplified bee

Q :: What is your most prized possession besides your family? (think materially here ladies)

A :: My grandmother’s artwork. The sunflower oil painting is just one of several I treasure.

*design by Cristin Priest // photo by Julia Robbs // for Rue Magazine

THE 10 BLOGGERS I NOMINATE

(hopefully they haven’t already been nominated and no pressure to participate!)

1. Cassie of Coco+Kelley

2. Linda of Calling it Home

3. Erin of House of Turquoise

4. Reichel of Copy Cat Chic

5. Courtney of A Thoughtful Place

6. Lauren of Pure Style Home

7. Stacey of Quintessence

8. Michaela of Michaela Noelle Designs

9.  Jen of I Heart Organizing

10. Kate of Centsational Girl

HERE ARE THEIR QUESTIONS:

1. Winter or Summer?

2. What’s your favorite wallpaper pattern?

3. What’s the best vacation you’ve taken?

4. If you could have lunch with anyone in the world, who would it be?

5. Name one thing on your bucket list.

6. What’s your favorite room in your house?

7. If you could pick any designer, living or dead, to decorate your house, who would it be?

8. What’s on your nightstand?

9. Backyard BBQ or formal dinner?

10. If you could rewind twenty years and give yourself one piece of advice, what would it be?

So there you have it! Thanks again Lisa and I look forward to seeing the answers to the bloggers I’ve tagged!

xo,

cristin

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Read full story By on June 30, 2015 in Features, girl's bedroom, interview, Interviews

Friday Finds :: Girly Home Decor

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Happy Friday! I don’t know about you, but this was a long week and I’m glad the weekend is here. To celebrate, I’ve rounded up some very pretty home decor. As I was pulling items that caught my eye, I noticed a pattern… lots of neutrals and some pops of hot pink. Isn’t the triangle rug (#1) fabulous! Loving these girly home decor looks!
Friday Finds // Girly Decor // Simplified Bee

 

product links:

1. metrix rug in hot pink // 2. pagoda lantern

3. zebra mini iPad case // 4. hanging rattan chair

5. love pillow

And a sale alert! Tiny Prints is offering 25% off your order or 30% off your order of $99+ with promo code TPAFF2530 at checkout – ending 6/30. It’s a great time to stock up on personalized stationary, notebooks and address labels.

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Read full story By on June 26, 2015 in cleaning, Features, friday find, Friday Finds, home accessories, living rooms