rooms that rock my world...the black and white perspective.

Black and white movies. Yes! 

Black and white fashion. Yes! 

The ubiquitous NYC Black and white cookie...oh YES!

 I am mad for all things black and white today. Especially when it comes to interior decor. Feast your eyes upon these delicious rooms! Black and white... work-it-out! 

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Decorista Trend Spotting: paneled mirror loveliness

In NYC, I am noticing that basically any project I'm on, mirrors reign supreme. A wall of mirrors is the perfect compliment to a big and beautiful loft window. But sometimes, mirroring an entire wall with mirrors can be intimidating for home owners. When my girl Mackenzie posted this photo, I knew instantly that these paneled mirrors are the perfect way to create a look of mirrored walls without going overboard. Lately, I have seen them around more and more, they are an elegant twist to a regular mirrored wall, no? Stylish, glamorous, resourceful and incredibly beautiful. I love them.

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office space of the day... matchbook mag + girlie blues

fabulous and useful white desk + cute captains chairs + graphic blue curtains + purple tote bag=

domestic bliss

I absolutely adore the latest issue of Matchbook Mag. Such a lively and fun issue. What I love most is the abundance of the many beautiful shades of blue throughout the issue. Makes me want to do everything blue. I am absolutely re-invigorated for a project I am working on right now. Thank goodness for the fun mag, I am so inspired!!!!!

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secret of domestic bliss #47... decorating with flowers

I don't know if many of you will remember this but remember the days when Laura Ashley reigned queen. I can remember as a young girl my mother decked out my bedroom with head to toe floral motifs.    I quickly found myself loathing floral decor...until recently. Is it just me or is the flower making a comeback? Lately I have been seeing beautiful floral motifs everywhere and layered up. Maybe its just that Spring is on its way and flowers are in full bloom! Either way, I am loving the ways of incorporating florals into decor. (like this room with blooms)Whether it be through art, wallpaper, fabrics, linens, or even just a simple bouquet...I am so ready for spring to be in full bloom!

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fashion meets decor {shiny disco balls}

fabulously mirrored disco stiletto heels

meet

fabulously mirrored disco balls in beautiful rooms...

your sparkle and shine is killing me softly this spring. I only want more more more! 

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needing. wanting. loving. {ghost chair influx}

I am so happy to be back in NYC and already busy working again, so fun! I'm currently working on a fabulous project using the cute + coveted white louis ghost chairs. I am so in love with them, they are so adorable and the perfect addition to this room. How about the pretty monogrammed pillows to top them off with some flair? Fierce, no?

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kelly wearstler's latest: my vibe my life

Always inspired by my design idol Kelly Wearstler. Her photos are always so gorgeous and rich in color. Purples, pinks, reds, paintings, oh my! Definitely feeling on her vibe and her life.
With all of this beauty, fashion, art and color around you...wouldn't you be inspired?

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Style-icious Sunday {Brooklyn Bohemia}

My posts have been rather sparse lately, mostly because I have been in LA. Its been such a good time to relax and recharge. So, thank you for your patience with me. I missed this last Sunday's "Style-icious Sunday". Today, as I am jetting back to New York (so excited to get back), I wanted to recreate my style-i-cious inspiration for the week for you. All about that Brooklyn Bohemia...a super cool, swanky, hipster look that is currently on my mind. It's fun and so very, very in style.

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office space of the day... white done right

white done oh so right + gorgeous venetian mirror + pretty flowers + the perfect amount of sunlight=

domestic bliss

loving all white done right interiors...

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Style love...pretty preppy perfect

Something about these rooms has me really in a daze. So dreamy, so pretty, a little preppy and topped with bits of pretty pinks. Pretty much makes these beautiful rooms oh so perfect! 

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10 things that rocked my world this week! march 26

First and foremost, I want to say, I am kind of on cloud nine right now. So many blessed opportunities have happened to me this week and even the weeks before. Taking the opportunities in NYC was the best decision I have ever made and honestly a dream come true. I'd never be able to be living my dream if it wasn't for my readers and supporters of my blog and network of amazing friends and family. So thank you from the bottom of my little decorator heart. omg. thank you.

 1. My very first NYC design project photo shoot. I honestly had a blast and loved the energy of the day!

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The Decorista tip of the day...be color confident

Loving this saturday morning in LA. So excited to be back to the city of lots and lots of color!

So, as I'm sure you could get the minute I laid my eyes upon this photo, I died a little. OMG that is some major color action. How completely gorgeous is this colorful jewel toned living room spread? I mean come on, a teal chevron sofa, magenta chairs, minty green ruffled curtains. Major swoonage happening here...so please, never be afraid to use or mix lots of bold color! 

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office space of the day... loving tiger prints

buttery grasscloth walls + beautiful wood desk + graphic rug +  the perfect tiger print chair=

domestic bliss

currently coveting the lovely tiger look.........

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the most fabulous gold mirrors + where to put them

Today I will be bustling around WeHo attending the design events and I am so delighted about it!

I'm excited to meet all of the other designers and design bloggers. What I am most excited about, however, is checking out all of the amazing pieces at each showroom. I'm sure they will be putting out the best of the best for all of our eyes to see. What I'm most entranced by at the moment.....outrageously good gold mirrors. So in love...

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bliss in the kitch' {how to add a dash of color to your cooking space}

It's not easy to get color in a kitchen when you have white cabintery and stainless steel appliances, which is pretty standard. Modern kitchens are more often than not...colorless. Do not fret, I found the perfect solution. A gorgeous pop of glossy color on the ceiling makes for the perfect place to add a dash of your favorite color. So smitten by the pop of aqua in this beautiful + modern kitch'. Genius!

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Back to LA: The Decorista takes West Hollywood West Week

Flying the friendly skies back to Los Angeles today for the fabulous festivities that are West Week. Where the best of the best in design get together and have an excuse to network, learn and play! 

If you are in LA, you must attend all of these amazing events. It's ridiculously fun....

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moments of domestic bliss with Elizabeth Taylor

My heart broke a bit yesterday morning when I heard the news about Elizabeth Taylor going to God yesterday. Kind of a depressing moment, as she was a huge icon in my life. I watched many moments on tv with montages of her life. It got my trying to imagine the interiors she must have experienced. The decor in her homes must have been magnanimous and the set decor had to be ridiculously wild. So, I wanted to take a moment today and remember her most beautiful moments of domestic bliss...

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The Art of Living: canopied bed luxury

I never thought this day would come, but I literally am speechless over this bedroom. Wow. What can I say, who doesn't dream of a gorgeous canopied bed draped with sumptuous fabric to just swallow you in as you fall yourself to sleep? It's the perfect epitome of what I imagine domestic bliss to be. For now, I will obsess over making the switch to a four poster bed. So luxurious and perfect high style, they are just as fabulous and will give me the illusion of a dreamy canopy...

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The Decorista tip of the day...moments of red

Every so often I run into the friend who is in desperate need of updating their decor. Yet, we run into the  same old problem...white walls. One sure fire way to freshen up white walls is to throw in a bit of red to the mix. Instantly brightens things up. I am loving this eclectic and bohemian mix. 

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Calling all aspiring decoristas!!!

I'm so excited to share that The Decorista brand is rapidly expanding. We are looking to bring on interns to assist in a variety of tasks and projects. These positions are flexible time-wise, can provide school credit and will look fab on a resume.

If you or someone you know would be absolutely perfect for this position read on to learn more...

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Tablescape Tuesday: pretty pops of yellow

Nothing says spring like a bright and sunny pop of yellow in your tabletop decor. Come to think of it, nothing says spring like dining al fresco...my favorite. I'm heading back to LA this week to hit up west week (all sorts of fun design festivities happening) and all I can think about is an outdoor baby shower that I am going to attend. I'm on the decor committee, of course, and right now all signs are pointing me to a teeny pop of yellow. 

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artwork in the living room...

This weekend at the Architectural Digest show, I found myself more into the new art than any of the furniture or decor. It got me thinking heavily about artwork for my future living room. What look am I going for??? Then I found these beauties... i instantly was inspired.

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The Decorista Library: Metropolitan Home Design 100

 So loving this book right now. Design 100 by the powerhouse publishers, Filipacci, knocked it out of the "design" park with this one. It features 100 of the best of the best elements of design. Genius! I actually learned a lot reading this book, it opened my eyes to designs that I never would have dreamt of.

I was impressed by the amazing pages...

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office space of the day... mirrored desk loveliness

nice herringbone floors +  white walls + super rad light fixtures + fabulous mirrored desk =

domestic bliss

loving everything about mirrored desks...

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style-icious Sunday {south of france serenity}

Life in NYC is fabulous...don't get me wrong, but sometimes I feel like I just need to take a nap. There is so much going on in the city and now that the weather is getting better I am dreaming of a nice vacation to the south of France. I'd love to take in the sights, the gorgeous weather and the absolutely dreamy decor. Elegant moldings, delicate details, ornate pieces, layers and layers of super luxurious textiles, and the most amazing views your heart could dream of...

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The Art of Living...getting creative with headboards

My mind is filled with creative ideas today. I found this gorgeous quilt that reminded me of this photo and it got me thinking about different and unique headboards.

I love the idea of an original one of a kind headboard. It creates an unexpected visual interest in the bedroom. Here are some ideas to get your mind going... just let the creativity flow. 

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10 things that rocked my world this week!

1. My staple NYC uniform. Black blazer, black knee high boots and leggings. Mixed with different accessories, it keeps me dressed and ready to go from day to night since I am always on the go. Black is a god-send.

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dining room delights...the perfect dining chair

 

Today, I've got lots to get ready for before the end of the weekend. The Architectural Digest NYC show is on and I am so excited to check it out. But before all of that goodness, I have to get a few friends over for a dinner party (on of my best friends is in town to visit) and we are needing some extra seating in here, asap. 

Lately, I'm into the look of patterned dining room chairs. In an otherwise plain room, a pop of pattern can give some energy and movement. I love how these greek key esque chairs look in this ultra sophisticated dining room. However, not only do graphic patterns go well, great color and fabulous textures can do amazing things too. 

Some of my favorite dining room chairs...

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an Interview for you! {the decorista at designeries}

Erika Solis, Journalist from publications like Nesting Newbies & Seattle Homes has started a new blog called Designeries, where she chronicles the lives and jobs of people in the design world. 

I was beyond honored when she chose to interview me. See it here. 

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office space of the day... boho + beautiful

zebra rug + studded desk + gorgeous chairs + dark gray walls + boho accessories=

domestic bliss

don't you just love zebra in the office?

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secret of domestic bliss #46... how to introduce your home to green

Because it's St. Patrick's Day, a super fun holiday, I had to figure out how to incorporate some green into my space here in the city. Oddly, I have no green accessories here. I then had a genius idea that a great way to incorporate a little green into your home for the holiday is by decorating with plants....hello! 

Greenery is fabulous in the home, both real and fake can do the trick. I just love the look of lush plants, especially succulents. I have a super crush on those beautiful earthly things. The perfect accessories for spring.

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The Decorista takes NYC: Aphro Chic Brooklyn Launch Party

Had a blast on Monday at the AphroChic launch party in Brooklyn at the Fabrica showroom. I loved seeing her latest collections placed perfectly all over the shop. The stylish were out in full force that evening and I was delighted to meet so many sweet and talented people. The flowers were styled by Kat Flower (I absolutely adored her) and her skills were so on point and gorgeous. It was the perfect soiree to kick off the Architectural Digest show festivities that are happening this week. Stay tuned for my many coverage on the many events I will be attending. For now check out the fabulous vignettes from the party...

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fiela feather lights by haldane martin

I don't know what it is about feathers lately but I am just smitten with fluffy things for spring!

I have noticed around the Scandinavian style blogs and online mags, these gorgeous feather pendant lamps keep popping up and every time I lay eyes on these babies I have an instant love affair. They are fluffy, cozy and gorgeous...perfect for romantic french or scandinavian chic style. 

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Wallcolor Wednesday... lovely light blue

There are so many color options for walls that just the thought of painting a new apartment is daunting. Luckily, I am already leaning in one particular direction...right now I am entranced by the beautiful bright colors of spring but for some reason I am loving lovely light almost a pastel, tiffany blue on the walls. It's incredibly calming and serene and everything you need for a beautiful room this spring.

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The Decorista Trend spotting: cork and acrylic desk

In this latest issue of Lonny, I spotted this gorgeous cork and acrylic desk and fell instantly.

I thought I remember seeing it before...

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House Tour: the home of florist Nikki Tibbles

Right now I am so loving the home of Nikki Tibbles, a super stylish British florist. Maximalist to the max. Her home is full of fun textures and colors. I love her crazy fun style. Probably wouldn't be able to live in it myself, but nothing makes me happier than homes with pizazz and personality. Am I right?

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fashion meets decor {nude colors for spring}

deliciously nude trench coats 

meet

deliciously nude fabrics for the home...

spring is here and the trench coats are out in full force in NYC, 

so I am taking a cue and lusting after all things nude in home decor for spring! 

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Tablescape Tuesday: the perfect tablecloth is everything

When decorating your table for a dinner party a sure fire way to have a stylish soiree is a pretty patterned tablecloth! Choosing the right bold pattern will give your party an instant look of chic. Don't be afraid to get fearless when mixing patterns. If you feel thats too risky for your style, go with simple colors in your dishes and flatware and let the tablecloth speak for itself. 

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office space of the day... foo dog accessorizing

white parsons desk + pretty vintage chair + ribboned panels + family photos + turquoise foo dogs =

domestic bliss

The notoriously popular foo dogs are still a little weakness of mine. They are the perfect dash of color and completely adorable!

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The Decorista tip of the day: decorate with juju hats

Happy Monday everyone! Hope you guys enjoyed your weekend. 

I had a whirlwind of a weekend. So, I stumbled upon this seriously good flea market in Chelsea yesterday. Oh my goodness, it was like christmas morning with all of the gorgeous goodies...more than I could have imagined. It was a pleasant surprise to find an exotic dealer who had a beautiful assortment of bright and colorful juju hats. I found myself needing one badly. They are so delicious in person, if you don't have one yet, get one. They are still very much in style. Love them!

see how fabulous they look on the walls...

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10 things that rocked my world this week!

1. What a lucky girl I am...my sweet sisters-in-crime Nancy and Suzanne (LA woman) and I got together for a fabulous night on the town.

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Saturday Sponsor Post: Heady Bed Headboards

I'm always looking for great headboards. Most of them can be quite expensive and not exactly what you want. So when the sweet girls over at Heady Bed sent me their portfolio, I knew I had to take a second look. I was blown away...these girls are genius, they have bridged the gap between expensive headboards and DIY by customizing modern upholstered headboards. Not to mention, they are at a super great price point, too! 

Check out their portfolio...

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The Art of Living...how to display your shoes

Shoes. What girl doesn't love her shoes? Really beautiful ones are almost like art themselves. I have been known to buy an expensive pair of shoes just because I love to look at them. I once left a pair on my dresser because I didn't want them hiding in the closet...le sigh. 

I love seeing clever ways to display your shoes.

here are some of my favorites...

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office space of the day... photography makes the best decor

stark white walls + pink door + pink pouf + art books + granny rolly chair + colorful photo =

domestic bliss

Okay, I am in love with this office and that fabulous, fabulous photo. I think i have just decided, that while I love paintings (i even paint myself), photography is my most favorite form of artwork. 

i love photography and how it brings out color in decor...

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white done right: decorating inspired by life in the city

While I love color, living in a city that is non stop energy all the time I find myself longing for a very relaxing space. And nothing is better than a beautiful white space that surpasses all necessity for any color, its so very calming. It absolutely rocks my world. Nevertheless, we all know its not really that possible to live in picture perfect white, but it is incredibly beautiful to look at. So I love sharing the inspiration with all of you...

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The Decorista tip of the day...wallpaper on the ceiling

So yesterday I spent my day with the wallpaper installer. I learned so much about what is needed to ensure a proper ceiling wallpaper install. Since my meeting with him, I am now strongly convinced that more people need to be wallpapering their ceilings. I will never look at a ceiling the same again.

After doing some research online, I noticed that rooms almost look empty to me should they not have some embellishment or color on the ceiling. Having seen so many photographs of gorgeous interiors, don't you all agree?

for the fabulousness that is wallpaper magic...

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office space of the day... hillary thomas pretty patterns

amazing chairs + beautiful paintings + super cool gold lamp + fab-tastic roman shades =

domestic bliss

like this gorgeous office by hilary thomas? see the rest...

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wallcolor wednesday: delicious chocolate walls

loving chocolate walls and the romantic feminine twists of pink...

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Home Tour: Angela Cunha's black and white stripes

This super fun + modern home tour is the home of Angela Cunha, a portugese interior designer. She sent me some lovely photos of her home so I thought they would be perfect to share with all of you. What impressed me right off the bat are the abundance of black and white stripes throughout her space. I am absolutely crazy about the black, gray and white striped wall. So clever and stylish. It's really a job well done.

to see the rest of this stripe filled pad...

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A House Beautiful: Decorating with Healing & Barsanti

I'm sure most of you caught this One Day make-over in House Beautiful. I fell instantly for the use of the color purple (my favorite color). After this article, I knew I had to go check out the work of HB Home. Just as I had expected...I was extremely impressed. I love the uses of color, textures and patterns. Very chic. They have locations all over the east coast and I had no idea. Now I need to rush out the door and go check out the NYC showroom. Yay. Shopping!

See my picks from their incredible portfolio...

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