1. Had a blast at the Ralph Lauren party with one of my favorite New Yorkers, Melanie.
Saturday, April 30
Friday, April 29
a bit of union jack for the Royal Wedding day...
I can't explain how fabulous it must be to live in the UK right now. Everything about the Royal Wedding this morning was oh so fabulous. Such a romantic day for us girls, to watch a real life prince charming say his vows...sigh. I can't get over how perfect and beautiful everything was. Not to mention, the words that were spoken...
"BE WHO GOD MEANT YOU TO BE AND YOU WILL SET THE WORLD ON FIRE!"
I died a little.
Thursday, April 28
rooms that rock my world! {outdoor entertainer}
Oh how I am just loving this sunny New York weather. Lots of soirees and fun design events all over town, Spring is too much fun for this decorista. Lately I have been spending lots of time on rooftops having brunches and getting some sun. Now I am obsessed with making my rooftop cuter (if only they would let me decorate it). So today, I wanted to share my inspiration with you.
Happy outdoor entertaining!
Decorating idea...things on walls
So here is a thought. If you don't like art or sunburst mirrors like the rest of us, it can be extremely confusing for you all to know exactly what to put on your walls. Something I have been noticing in the glossies lately are these gorgeous groupings of collections. Mary Macdonald, Miles Redd and the like, all use this clever trick for keeping the walls different and interesting. I'm totally into it.
Wednesday, April 27
wallcolor Wednesday...lovely and dark blue
Oh the deliciousness of dark blue. Normally, I would shy away from this color on the walls because its a little intense but... not today. I am incredibly attracted to this lovely hue of blue. Every other color just pops right off the dark color and looks rich. Such drama and sophistication are these spaces because of the color on the walls. Insanely chic, I LOVE it.
art + room {animal art}
gorgeous blue walls + cozy beige sofa + ritzy gold acccents + sexy cheetah painting =
perfection
So loving this room, the minute I saw it, I got inspired for something a little more masculine. One way to really dress up a masculine room is animal art. It's so right now and translates into almost any style.
Tuesday, April 26
The Art of Living... mixing art and books
It's an age old trick...but it works every single time.
Behold the art of adding your art to your book collections.
It instantly gives character to your space...it's decorating magic!
office space of the day...taxidermy on high
white walls + big blue lamp + striped chair + gorgeous antlers on walls =
domestic bliss
I am seriously on a taxidermy high these days. Loving the look of eccentric antlers in a room, and not just one but several of those bad boys. Nice!
Monday, April 25
bliss in the kitch' {pops of green + fabulous flooring}
Everything about this kitchen is perfectly sweet. I am drooling over the wood flooring, its so rustic looking. I love the way the bright white cabinetry and dreamy gray walls give a polished look to the flooring. So incredibly clever. The lighting and appliances also give such a sophisticated finish to the otherwise eclectic mix. However, I think my favorite part are the subtle pops of green...the perfect anecdote to this simple yet chic little kitch'.
Dear Decorista, {staining your floors black}
Wondering if you can help?! We have an old timber cottage in the mountains. We are nearly finished renovating but have come to a halt with the timber floor.
Through the house we now have old stained floors, new timber floors. We have been advised that the easiest and most economical option is to paint the floors throughout. We think we will give this a go but we are a bit nervous. At this point the house is looking really good. We have managed to renovate but still retain the feel of a small rustic cottage and we don’t want to ruin the effect with a floor disaster. We want to go dark with the floor and if painting is a viable option we are thinking of painting the floor black but not sure this will look any good and not sure whether it should be matte or gloss or satin and so on.
Can you provide us with some inspiration?
Thanks...Sydney
Sunday, April 24
style-icious Sunday {feeling very floral}
It's a lovely Sunday in the city and Easter is in full force today. Beautiful pastels and bright colors are permeating the streets. Spring has definitely arrived and I am loving this transition to amazingly bright florals and botanicals. So lovely and gorgeous, they remind me of the beautiful Los Angeles sunshine that I miss so very much. Today I revel in the vivacious colors that lovely florals bring...happiness!
Saturday, April 23
10 things that rocked my world this week! april 23
1. Everything about the iphone rocks and I learn so every single day. I have recently fallen for Red Stamp, the app for sweet photo card messages. So lovely, and its free!
Friday, April 22
Introducing my newest contributor...The Decoristo
Last week I let my sweet intern do his thing here on The Decorista and you guys gave him such a fabulous welcome. Thank you for being so sweet to him. He's so stylin', no?
I wanted to give him a proper introduction, so you can get to know the boy behind the magic.
office space of the day... sophistication and high gloss glamour
high gloss walls + high gloss flooring + pair of zebra chairs + wood + amazing rug + chic lamp =
domestic bliss
Loving the look of dark, sophisticated and glamorous home offices...
Loving the look of dark, sophisticated and glamorous home offices...
Thursday, April 21
Secret of domestic bliss #48... the power of pillows
Pillows are the ultimate decorating accessory. Whatever your style is, the perfect pillows can make your space pop! If you are a fickle decorating person and love to change your home decor (sort of like me), I say stick with a neutral color palate and keep your pillows colorful and funky. I really love what pillows can do for your home, whether it be the pattern, colors, texture, or size. My suggestion... use your pillows to creatively express yourself and your personal style.
Elements of the perfect guest room
I was chatting it up with someone the other day about decorating their guest bedroom and we were discussing what a guest bedroom needs. Many times we overlook our guest bedroom as just a second bedroom when in fact its actually the very place that people dear to you will be getting their beauty sleep. The perfect guest bedroom should be accessorized with your guests in mind. I personally love to deck out guest bedrooms in different themes, it's sort of that boutique hotel vibe that I love. What are some key decorating elements for the guest bedroom? Well, first of all the bedding is of the utmost importance, nobody wants to sleep on hard sheets...
Wednesday, April 20
Ashlina styling projects: Luxury Monograms
Remember back when I told you guys I had a blast styling a photoshoot here in the city? Well, the campaign photos are finally here and I am so excited to share them with you. William Brinson was the photog and I had such a great time working with him. If you are looking for a superb photographer in the city, THIS is your guy. We love Luxury Monograms, a super cute line of monogrammed home goods.
I was so honored to be a part of the whole process. I LOVE being a stylist!
I was so honored to be a part of the whole process. I LOVE being a stylist!
The Decorista tip of the day...get an arch lamp asap
The weather here in the city is rather odd lately, gorgeous one day, rainy and gross the next. I had a lot of time inside the apartment and was thinking about an easy way to glam up the living room. I had a marvelous idea, To get a little extra something in your space, get an arch lamp. They are gorgeous, modern, sexy and oh so glamorous! I am currently obsessed with the look of these bad boys.
Tuesday, April 19
the Art of Living...getting glamorous
One of the things I love most about being a girl is getting ready and putting on my makeup, playing with my hair, all that good stuff. I literally love the process. What is better than a fabulous place to do all of these fun things...nothing! Give me a pretty place to primp and I am a smitten kitten. Incredibly in love with glamorous vanities and primping stations.
Monday, April 18
Fabulous Finds from Taigan Home...
Have you guys been to Taigan yet? If not, you must check it out!
I literally spent several hours browsing the site for the perfect things. There were too many to choose so I put together a grouping of my favorite items. Swooning all over the place...
The Art of Living...how to decorate Mid Century Modern style
I love all styles of decor, its part of being a decorista to the core. Not every style looks good though and mid century modern is one of those that can go all wrong. I particularly love this home and how they rocked the look. Lots of white really keeps it fresh and piles of colorful cushions gives a little extra kick. The best part, really good artwork and gorgeous woods, you can't have old ratty wood for this look. It will kill it and be far too retro. Take a style cue from this fabulous pad. Oh and p.s. how GORGEOUS is that light fixture? So so good!
Sunday, April 17
Style-icious Sunday {colorful. pretty. playful.}
After a week of shopping all over town, I have come to the conclusion that Kate Spade and Jonathan Adler stores are my new home away from home. NYC can be a bit dreary and walking into places with playful and fun decor is the ultimate delight. So, this sunday I am relishing in the look of a pretty and colorful decorating scheme. I'm fascinated by the use of color...makes me very very happy.
Hope all you lovelies are enjoying your sunday!
Saturday, April 16
10 things that rocked my world this week! april 16
1. Had a wonderful Monday on set styling a shoot. The most fabulous film crew came out for the day...have to give them a shout out, they rock!
closet coveteur: Khloe Kardashian's shoes
When the weekends are rainy, I love nothing more than blogstalking. You all know what I mean. Today, I died a little over Khloe Kardashian's closet on The Coveteur. Gorgeous, darlings!!!!!
Oh yes. I definitely would love to walk into her closet and try on her massive collection of Louboutins. So delicious!
Friday, April 15
Friday fun with The Decoristo...Lady Gaga meets decor
These days I am incredibly swamped. I am overjoyed and elated over it but I needed to bring on some help in effort to keep up things here on the blog end. So today, I enlisted the help of my super fab wonder boy intern...he likes to call himself "the decoristo" and wanted to share with you his dreams for making a fabulous lady gaga inspired pad. enjoy!
art + room {chanel no 5}
fluffy white bed + fluffy white pillows + white walls + colors Chanel no 5 poster =
perfection
Chanel is so classic, it works in any style of decor...
Thursday, April 14
So right now...cowhide rugs
Loving cowhide rugs right now, and they are everywhere!!! Each time I see one their style has just "made the room" so to speak. I feel like they are a twist on the fabulousness of a zebra rug and I'm so glad we have a little zebra breathing room in the world. It's always good to change it up. I just got my hands on a metallic white cowhide rug and I must say, I am kind of in love!
fashion meets decor {lavender is all the rage}
fabulously spring pop of lavender fashion blazer
meet
fabulously spring, pop of lavender curtains for interior decor...
your beautiful hue is the perfect addition to any space or fashionista!
your beautiful hue is the perfect addition to any space or fashionista!
Wednesday, April 13
Wallcolor Wednesday... Spring time shades
A very dear friend of mine hates pastels and I am trying to convince her that pastels can actually still be modern and stylish. They aren't just for grandma's country house anymore. Especially with spring coming around, I have fallen for the look of pastel walls. It could be a lovely guest room or bathroom or even your master bedroom. Nothing says relaxing like a soft and romantic pastel wall.
bliss in the kitch' {a quaint kind of kitchen}
My absolutely favorite room in a home is the kitchen. Mostly because I love to get my hands in something. Whether it be cooking, baking, making a smoothie or coffee, all happiness comes straight from this particular room. That's why it's incredibly important for it to be open and clean and pack major style. The hardest part is that some kitchens are so small, with almost no room to work, but these adorably quaint kitchens are calling my name. I would definitely pop into one of these beauties and get to work!
Tuesday, April 12
office space of the day... glamorous and gold guilding
gorgeous glass desk + herringbone floors + dreamy walls + long white panels + gorgeous gold mirror =
domestic bliss
ornate gold accessories are everything to me!
if i were still a little girl...I'd want a little Peppermint Bliss
My lovely and sweet blogger friend Bailey from Peppermint Bliss is pregnant and she asked a few of us to put together a little girl's nursery for her. Check out my guest post at her blog today.
If I was 8 again, I would absolutely want to live in this Windsor Smith designed bedroom.
Incredibly lovely, don't you agree? I am so inspired by cute little girls rooms like these...
Monday, April 11
All things are crystal clear...the Tron legacy
I know I am a little late to the party, but over the weekend I watched the Tron Legacy movie and was instantly entranced by the set decor. So futuristic and yet still current, the clear hollywood regency style furniture totally blew me away. How fabulous would this clear furniture be in my home? I could not get over how gorgeous it was.
Now, everything I need in my life is absolutely crystal clear...
nesting tables...more than one is a magical number!
After a weekend full of fun (and lots of birthdays in my life) I am ready to be back on the work grind. This week, I am in search of the perfect table for a certain project and I think I am all for a set of multiple tables, like nesting tables. They are a PERFECT solution for NYC apartments. They all fit into the size of one table, yet they can be pulled out to provide extra space when entertaining. Stylish, practical and oh so genius for small square footage decorating!
Saturday, April 9
10 things that rocked my world this week! april 9
photo: belathee photography
1. I am in the process of updating my website (lots of fun things in the works) and I had some professional shots taken. LOVE how this photo captures me and New York City...my latest love affair.
Friday, April 8
Weekend Decorating Idea: creative wall decor
The weekend is here and I am so ready to get my decorate on. Especially after that photoshoot yesterday, I am just incredibly inspired. What is on my radar this weekend, putting my favorite things on the wall. I love really great wall collections, and the great thing about it is that it can be ever changing. There is something really invigorating about changing wall decor, it's an instant mood lifter. So this weekend, why not go to a local flea market, home decor shop or even your own closet and find some of your favorite things to display on the wall. Album covers, family photos, vintage art or even your favorite necklaces will suffice...Happy decorating!
bliss in the kitch' {working with wonderful wood}
Nobody loves a big and beautiful kitchen more than me! Yesterday I had an amazing styling gig at a beautiful loft studio in midtown. The kitchen in this place was incredible and wood all over. I fell instantly for its charm. These wood kitchens are my absolute favorite right now...inspiring, charming and oh so chic.
Thursday, April 7
art + room {my current art obsessions}
pink sectional + flamingo pillows + stark white walls + Slim Aarons photograph =
domestic bliss
The right artwork is to a room as the perfect belt is to an outfit. It's so necessary if you are wanting to convey some serious style. I love art. In fact, most of you don't know, before I went out and started my own business, I was working at an art gallery in Beverly Hills. It's extremely important for art to be personal AND stylish. It gives a room a bit of movement, art absolutely can lend itself to creating the mood for your room. So important. Lately, I am loving photographs and these fabulous finds...
Wednesday, April 6
Wallcolor Wednesday... multi faceted color
How fabulous is this mutli colored room? Reminds me a little of a global or exotic hotel that I'm dying to escape to. I love that there are 3 different colors of paint used here... its just so rich + saturated. I am all about bold colors + mixing it up lately. Which lead me to believe a little bit more in mixing wall colors, I am usually not a fan but these well done combinations are twisting my arm and have me thinking...
"I can work with that!"
"I can work with that!"
fashion meets decor {the art of mixing stripes}
beautiful stripes on stripes layered dress
meet
beautiful stripes on stripes walls and interiors...
you are absolutely FAB-U-LOUS! There is no going out of style for you...
Tuesday, April 5
office space of the day...friend of yellow
bright white room + pretty wood desk + bounty of fun, art wall + bright yellow chair =
domestic bliss
This spring, yellow is the perfect touch for any home office, no?
The Decorista tip of the day...go light white and global
Since spring has arrived, finally. If you haven't already, I do encourage you all to switch up your bedding to bright, light and white cottons. There is something so luxurious about slipping into crisp white sheets. Now I know that a lot of you can't bare the thought of all white (color lovers like me!) and I completely understand. I have the solution! Grab a fabulous, and exotic patterned quilt and throw it on the end of your bed. It adds a little something fun, playful and gives you total style without weighing down your bed! Loving these gorgeous prints....
Monday, April 4
LOVING LEOPARD WALLS
It may seem a bit too much, but something about these gorgeous rooms with leopard walls just screams decadence to me. I would love to walk into a room with uber fabulous leopard wallpaper. So exotic! Mary McDonald really worked the look right...she is so my hero.
How to decorate like a graphic designer...
Absolutely into the look of this home, it's a super gorgeous feature from Real Living Magazine. It really inspires me to see the homes of incredibly artistic and creative people. Ashley Haley is no exception, in her home she uses black, whites, nudes, and a mix of fun prints solid colors are big furniture. I love her how everything in the home has such a cool and hip graphic twist. She has really done of great job of pairing high's and low's, something not every gal can do. I guess graphic designers can have mad style too!
Decorating ideas: entryway console magic
There are key components to a stylish entryway. Not all are the same but my favorites begin with a gorgeous console + stylish mirror + pair of fabulous lamps + cute underneath stool(s) + beautiful accessories. This formula works with any style or taste, there are so many different combinations you can conjure up.
Sunday, April 3
wise words for the weekend...
Style-icious Sunday {Gaudy and Glamorous Gypset Style}
As the days get warmer and warmer here in the city, more colors are coming out. As many of you know by now I am absolutely in love with color! Color makes me think of travel, luxury and decadence. All that is on my mind right now is that bohemian, gorgeous and glamorous 'gypset style'. Colorful fabrics, flowing caftans, beautiful prints, shimmering metallics, and lots and lots of layers. Can't you just imagine vanilla and jasmin candles burning, hearing the waves crash outside your window and sipping tea atop layers of lush pillows. So dreamy!
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