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Friday Find: West Elm Summer 2013

March 22, 2013 · Comments { 6 }

Okay, I know. Spring just arrived and I’m rushing you into summer months! But, just had to show you images of what West Elm has in stores now for summer. One trends you’ll see in the collection is the use of vibrant color … from watermelon to lagoon blue there is sure to be a shade you’ll love! Adding a colorful new rug, chair or throw pillow is an easy way to give your home a fresh look for summer.

I’m leading off with my favorite image. I’m in love with these gorgeous silk pillows by Pauline Reyes (below). A native of Mexico City, Pauline’s pillows were inspired by the vibrant colors and patterns in the Talavera pots her mom had in the house.

mexican inspired throw pillows

pink and white paper flowers southwestern inspired pink and whtie rug mosaic tiled coffiee table affordable upholstered daybed sea glass bottles chic embroidered throw pillows

And this last image of flickering lanterns and votives has me longing for warm summer nights!

Check it all out and more at West Elm!

Cristin

Read full story By Cristin on March 22, 2013 in color, Features, Friday Finds, furniture, rugs, tabletop, textiles, throw pillows, tile

Great Quality Sofas :: 5 Favorite Sources

March 12, 2013 · Comments { 9 }

disclosure: This post contains an affiliate links, which means Simplified Bee receives commission if you make a purchase using this link.

I agree with interior designer, Graciela Rutkowski about splurging on your family room sofa. It’s a piece that will get tons of use and it’s worth investing in the right one for your family. Her quote has raised some good questions too. One in particular from a Simplified Bee Facebook fan asking for recommendations on which retailers had the best quality sofas. I’ve narrowed down the long list to five of my favorite couches that are well made, stylish and affordable – all of which you can purchase online.

Serena & Lily carries high quality upholstered furniture including sofas. My favorite is the Miramar. It’s a great casual, yet chic style. Serena & Lily have tons of fabric options to choose from to get that custom look too!

Room & Board is a fave because of it’s wide selection and quality. The Loring sofa tops my list because of it’s timeless appeal, flared arm and tight back. Room & Board also offering a good selection of fabrics.

Known for state-of-the-art-construction, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams strive to deliver truly comfortable furniture. Their sofas are some of the best and most stylish. My personal fave of the day is the Blackwell. It has a traditional look I love.

Horchow makes the list because they carry a wide selection of stylish brands (all top notch quality). The tufted back of this chic sofa by Bernhardt caught my eye and I love that it’s American made.

West Elm makes my list because their price-point is so affordable. Their sofas are a great choice for the newlywed and family with tiny tots running around. West Elm has a terrific sofa selection, but my current fave is the Blake. I particularly like the single seat cushion, tailored (but loose) back cushions and timeless look.

Happy decorating!

Cristin

*product opinions are all my own, although some links are to affiliates of Simplified Bee

Read full story By Cristin on March 12, 2013 in 5 favorites, family rooms, Features, furniture, living rooms

Friday Find :: Malibu Loft

March 8, 2013 · Comments { 1 }

Chic, sleek and modern. These are words that come to mind when describing the Malibu Loft furniture collection. Launched in 2011 by Somerset Bay, Malibu Loft offers a youthful vibe to contemporary furnishings through hand-painted finishes and fabulous design details not normally seen with this aesthetic. Although the collection is offered in six beautiful colors ( fresh, dusk, java, ebony, ivory, stone and cayenne), I’ve selected my faves in fresh (crisp, clean white).

You can purchase Malibu Loft furnishings online at Zinc Door.

Happy Decorating & Happy Friday!

Cristin

Read full story By Cristin on March 8, 2013 in bookshelves, console tables, Features, friday find, Friday Finds, furniture, mid-century modern

Small Entryway Ideas

February 27, 2013 · Comments { 5 }

Entryways can serve many functions. They offer the first glimpse into our homes and are where we welcome guests. For many it’s also a drop zone for such things as coats, purses, keys and mail. If your entryway is on the smaller side, it may take some planning to achieve the function and organization you desire, while still reflecting your home’s style. Before purchasing furniture and accessories, measure the space and take into account your family’s daily routine to see what items would work best in the space. Do you need seating to put on your shoes? Hooks for bags? A basket for mittens? When selecting paint colors or wallpaper for the space, consider taking hues from the color scheme used in adjacent rooms such as the living room. This way your home will have a better flow.

To inspire you, I’ve selected some fabulous small entryway ideas that may consider for your home.