10 things that rocked my world this week...new years eve edition

It's 2012 at midnight tonight and I am so ready for the new year...

 1. I vow to wear a fascinator this year...they are just so cool and kelly wearstler does it, so why not?

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art + room...woodson + rummerfield Pink Lady

So proud of my former bosses, Woodson + Rummerfield for making the cover of LUXE magazine with their fabulous pink bedroom at the Graystone mansion...they really nailed it with the pink and that has totally inspired me.

blush pink walls + pretty velvet sofa + candle wall sconces + proper painted lady =

domestic bliss

I am just smitten with the look of rose colored walls. I recently read that dusty rose is lucky for me on this birthday colorscope and since my birthday is in less than 2 weeks I want to surround myself with the best of luck + the beautiful color.

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Re-decorating in the new year...2012

Now that family has departed from the Christmas in New York festivities, I can finally return full attention to my apartment and making it my own blissful palace...

I want to continuously be adding to my art collection, because my apartment is small I am leaning towards bigger! I also love bright and pretty pastels in the winter months. So, naturally this painting from Lonny mag has caught my eye.

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office space of the day...crafters citrus cheer

loving me some bright office spaces...

beautiful bright light + chrome etagere + yellow door + modern chair + pretty curtains =

domestic bliss

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bliss in the kitch'...mixing wood + metallics

Over the holiday I got to catch up with a few of my favorite blogs and found a new love for warm metallics in the kitchen. I love the idea of mixing, rose gold, gold and brushed silver fixtures. I also love a good stainless steel countertop and appliances. My client and I will be playing all week trying to come up with the perfect combination...

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Merry Christmas to all...

Happy Birthday to my Jesus! 

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10 things that rocked my world this week...the pre-christmas edition

 1. My week started off marvelously. I returned from Dallas only to return to a driver( who has become such a good friend) and this was his gift to me. He explained that after being here for almost a year, I deserve this badge of honor. Such a thoughtful gift...and its pink too! 

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fashion meets decor: crushing on acrylics

swagger-iffic acrylic cuffs on the arms 

meet

swagger-iffic acrylic on the legs...

no matter what part of a body you are on, I am wild about you.

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Beds on the brain

A decorators work day never ends. One of my current projects is pretty challenging. With the size of bedrooms in the city, storage is so tricky to plan for. My client wants under bed storage and as a decorista, I find it challenging to find both practicality and style in one...

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office space of the day: chic sophisticate

this clean and classic office space has all the right elements for high style...

black walls + zebra rugs + yellow panels + standing globe + studded ottoman as chair =

domestic bliss

(photographed by werner straube for traditional homes) via dustattic jacket

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COUTURE + COLOUR: Hot hot pink

Happy Wednesday!! Morgan here bringing you some fabulous splashes of hot decorista pink!

 

1. I love the way this girl mixed a classic look with some neon details (check out the beanie, skirt and bag) it's a settle way to wear hot pink! I loving that beanie...image via

2. There is an interior designer who I love love love...Abigail Ahern! I love this hot pink London residence designed by miss Abigail just as much!

3. One of my favorite wallpaper companies Flavor Paper does some crazy cool papers...this metallic hot pink fishnets and stilettos is just one of their unique papers. Not only do they do cool stuff they are a great company to work with!

4. This traditional table with an added layer of colored epoxy from  

Sschemata Architecture Office is stunning! My dinners would look extra fabulous served on this hot pink table!

5. Another design love of mine is Jimmie Martin and so is this hot pink velvet settee of his!

6. If you really want to bring in some hot pink go bold and paint the wall like the image above! If you love the color why not try it??

I hope you have enjoyed this fabulous color, it's one of my favorites!! I also hope you all have an amazing Christmas!!

 Until next week...XOXO!

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tablescape tuesday: back on black

In the midst of all this Christmas cheer, I haven't forgotten about an upcoming NYE holiday too. 

I am getting so excited to ring in 2012 and my brain is all on black and white for this upcoming new year. I'm thinking black sparkly dress, white ostrich leather shoes and white nails. So, for tabletop I am envisioning a similar theme for the tablescape. Here are some clever ideas...

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holiday pretties...

I don't know what it is about the holidays that just has me in the best mood. It's probably the feeling of Christmas joy and all the music that just brings a smile to my heart...(Oh holy night is my fave) 

But what really captures my heart is the enchanting decor. These white christmas rooms are my favorites...

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I HE(ART) DESIGN: Chocolate Modern

Hey everybody, It's Lynnette from The It Girl Project with a new room design based on this adorable illustration print from Mandarina's Etsy shop - and it's only $5!!! Who could say no to chocolate? I know I've been eating more than my fair share with all the goodies and gifts around the office. I love this playful illustration called "Me Gusta el Chocolate" and boy do I gusta it. To go with this cheeky print, I designed a kitchen nook/dining area with playful patterns and mod touches mixing in cocoa's and chocolate browns with touches of minty green and olive.

In this room:

Original Illustration by Mandarina Print

1} Ceramic Creamer and Sugar

2} Mirror

3} Retro Flour, Sugar and Coffee Canisters

4} Panton S chair

5} Pedestal Dining Table

6} Rug

7} Espresso Machine

8} Ikat Dinnerware

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Glamour Kitten...Leslie Pritchard & House Tour

I am still coming of my Dallas high y'all...

I just met so many incredible people and I wanted to share a few more with you. Yesterday I shared with you that I got to hang with Leslie Pritchard at the event and she was just so stylish (her outfit was out of control chic), smart and uber successful. Her vintage shops Again & Again are off the hook. Which lead me to be super curious as to what her home looks like...

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10 things that rocked my world this week. December 18

1. So in love with all of the amazing people I got to spend time with in Dallas (my home away from home) at the wonderful VandM soiree. Wish you all could have been there, it was such a great time. I was so excited to introduce my fabulous blogger/decorator friends to my family(see dad and uncle G). Kyle (knightmoves), Beth (PulpDesignStudios), Abbe (Studioten25)...they are the true definition of what I call DECORISTAS! 

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office space of the day...the right mix

Things are going swimmingly in Dallas. The VandM event was a smash (read a bit about it here).

The wonderful people of ID collection, Dwell with Dignity and Pulp Design Studios were amazing co-creators of the soiree. Thanks to all who were involved.

I LOVE DALLAS! 

Which brings me to this office space. It's sexy, chic and modern, with a dash of vintage...

very evident of what vibe Dallas has going on right now. love it.

White walls + glossy black desk + sexy arm chair + chrome chandelier + edgy art =

domestic bliss

{image via belle vivir.} 

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I'm off to DALLAS...

and I am beyond excited to get there. I'm hoping to see old faces and make new friends at the VandM.com event (if you live in Dallas, do join us), do lots and lots of shopping and spending good time with family.

Anybody have any suggestions as to vintage shops and fabulous stores I must not miss...please let me know! 

And of course, I couldn't leave you without any intoxicating decor photos so take a peek at what I have been crushing on lately...

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COUTURE + COLOUR...living in red

Happy Wednesday readers!! Morgan here excited to share with you some of my 

favorite red finds for this week's 

Couture + Colour!

1. I found this fabulous red outfit from The Decorista! Ever since I spotted this little number on her blog I have been obsessing over it and knew it would be perfect for my red C+C post. The only thing that is missing is this Tory Burch scarf!

2. How adorable is this red zebra and arrows wallpaper from Scalamandre?! Wanting to use it in a project asap!

3. I am obsessed with this image!! I love this crazy red ampersand desk from the Russian design firm Nefa Research, I want one!

4. The perfect red table lamp from the creative bunnies over at Rich Brilliant Willing! 

5. I always love a good pop of color! The red chair does so much for this room...image from House to Home.

6. Painting your entire stairs, walls and ceiling red maybe to intense for some but that's what makes it so awesome!

7. Funky red chairs from Finish design company Elsanomia.

I am falling back in love with red!!

Until next week...XOXO!

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A little SYTLE HAUS shout out...

One of the best things about working for an amazing design firm (like my incredible former bosses + mentors, Woodson + Rummerfield) is getting to know your co-workers and watching them blossom...

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Tablescape Tuesday: the decorista bookshelf

Holidays are for entertaining, dinner parties and creating fabulous home decor. As most of you can tell, I love the internet, but lately, I have been pulling inspiration from some of my favorite books and wanted to share them with you...

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office space of the day...sculptural selections

skeleton legged desk and chair combo + chic lamp + wood wall storage + body sculptures =

domestic bliss

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I'm coming to TEXAS...

and I am so excited to get there! Not only do I get to see all of my family but I get to join forces with my favorite people from VandM.com and  Dallas design firm, Pulp Design Studios and a few other amazing designers for a night of live music, bubbly, design + fashion. 

If any of you are going to be in DALLAS come out and play with us! 

We would LOVE to see you! 

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Styleicious Sunday: decorista pink christmas decor

Getting so excited that Christmas is just moments away. Inspired by this vintage advertisement, I decided to put together my favorite Christmas decor in my signature blog color...Decorista Pink.

Today, I am relishing in these glamorous and girlie pink looks...

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10 things that rocked my world this week. December 10

 1. Top of the rock... I seriously love doing cheesy NYC tourist things for fun. It really makes me appreciate this amazing city that I live in. From the top, you realize just how small the island is. They also do the best souvenir photos...

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BEAUTY BLISS...

Holiday shopping can be seriously wallet crushing, I know. With all of these gift guides online I see my money going quickly so I wanted to share with you some of my favorite beauty bargains. To help with maintaining your sense of self and a little pampering for the holiday soirees!

coconut oil (one of my biggest beauty secrets)...i use it on my hair, skin, nails, in cooking and I do oil pulling to detoxify. Ooh, its also the BEST eye makeup remover.

Samantha Buxom lipgloss has lip plumping action that is out of this world! 

sephora liquid eyeliner goes on perfect every single time and no need to ever sharpen. love that.

Rimmel volume accelerator is my new favorite mascara...way better than any other mascara i've used.

Hempz Age Defying lotion works wonders and smells delicious too (like bubble gum)

Hair, skin and nail vitamins, People always ask me how I get my hair and nails so long and I swear by this brand and I buy online in bulk so as to never run out, and its cheaper. Make sure to take them as directed.

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Inspiration and the city: Taboo {Palm Beach}

Happy Friday darling readers, Dina here, back from my fabulous vacation in Palm Beach Florida, where I have been escaping the New York Cold. While New York is fabulous, I consider Florida my second home and it just would not be fair for me not to share one of my favorite spots down south with all of you...

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DIY simple + chic holiday decorating ideas for your tabletop

1. Paint stripes on a long white tablecloth. Sometimes the tablecloth is all the statement you need. Lots and lots of candlelight and you have a perfect holiday tablescape that will hold you over through the New Year.

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Bathrooms on the brain...

Currently needing to pull inspiration for my latest project and the bathroom needs an overhaul in a major way...

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art + room: a perfect painted portrait

Since we began the day with purple, I thought we might finish out with it too...

I love the dual toned purple walls.

duo-shade of purple walls + red chair + herringbone floors + gorgeous ceilings + painted portrait = 

'domestic bliss' amazingness

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COUTURE + COLOUR: Purplilicious Purple

Happy hump day readers!! Morgan here for some purplicious Couture + Colour!

1. It was love at first sight when I spotted this sparkly purple blazer on feather magazine!

2. I can't express how much I love this Miami Beach apartment designed by my fabulous, colorful boss Doug Meyer. That custom seashell wall graphic is to die for!

3. I know I've said it before but I go crazy for Suzy Hoodless wallpaper like this one shown here for her Osborne and Little Collection. I've used this paper before and plan on using more of her work soon!

4. Purple neon sign from the House of Purple Hotel. How cool?

5. I've always admired this dining room by designer Julie Hillman, I love the way she mixed the different pieces of furniture with the bubbly white light fixture. 

6. Wanting this shiny purple piggy bank from Areaware. 

7. I did my internship with another fabulous colorful designer Mr. Jamie Drake! I adore this colorful apartment he designed with the floor to ceiling purple master bedroom.

If you weren't already of fan of purple I hope this post helped!

Until next week...XOXO!

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Welcome Sponsor: ZGallerie

As the holidays grow closer I am getting so excited to have family in to visit me in NYC. So naturally, I just can't resist adding a few little accessories here and there to pep up my pad. Where I always turn...why ZGALLERIE of course! They are always on the cutting edge of design trends so when I need something last minute, they are always a great source.

Because most of my apartment is grey, black and white, I fell instantly for this chevron ottoman, its perfect for extra seating. I also love this Dynasty Mirror, it adds a touch of modern chinoiserie.

And when It comes to holiday decorating, I would go for a few sparkly things...

 madera decorative plate. skull. twilight tealight. silver bark candles.

For the people that I cherish (and maybe for myself too) I'd love to snap these bits + baubles up too.

domino set. Emma painting. eiffel tower flutes. camera. grace headboard.

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office space of the day...a different kind of home office decor

glossy walls + pops of color + gorgeous desk + art on bookcase + vintage tiffany lamp =

domestic bliss

Lately, I am really into eccentric office space like these...

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I HE(ART) DESIGN: the many horses

Hi everybody, it’s Lynnette with another I HE(ART) DESIGN post to bring you this beautiful photography and a look to compliment it.
I have long been an admirer of equestrian style, it's so very Ralph Lauren. The perfect way to embody this look is to start with incorporating horse art into the home. This piece by artist
 Robert Dutesco captures this incredible moment of wild freedom. 

I just love it and can imagine it blown up to oversize proportions on a wall in a gorgeous house.

 Clean, crisp white and browns with rustic

touches like unfinished woods and wire baskets with pops of a classic hue like

orange bring out the equestrian vibe and soften the look to make it homey and a tad bit neo-traditional, which we love!

1. Wood Table Lamp 2. Chair 3. Stripe Rug 4. Orange Lacquer Boxes 5. Zgallerie Coffee table 6. Horse Sculpture 7. Slipcovered Sofa 8. Throw Blanket 9. Basket

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Styleicious Sunday: hopelessly in love with houndstooth

As I am preparing my apartment for my family to arrive this Christmas I am putting the finishing touches on a few things...

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10 things that rocked my world this week...December 3

 1. This cute little card (in black and white I might add) just stole my decorating heart. I think it might be my new life motto...

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art + room {layered abstract}

pink sofa + lush gray rug + chic brass lamps + mega cool abstract art in black, white and pink=

domestic bliss

oh, the feelings I have for art are endless, especially great abstract pieces, they work in any setting...

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DIY Decorating...Ideas for holiday decorating with ornaments

Decorating for Christmas time is my favorite, it's my absolute favorite holiday. Unfortunately for me, my nyc apartment has no room for a big tree so I have a few clever ways to improvise...

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