My time in Madrid...aka La Decorista

While I was away in Madrid, I really tried to take some time away and refresh. After reading this post, I knew getting out of town would be the best thing for me. I needed to get away, see new things and become re-inspired. So, while I was in Madrid, visiting family, I did just that...

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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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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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the decorista Trend Spotting: brass deer

These lovely brass (and quite large) deer figurines are all the rage and I have been dying for one.

My obsession started a while back when I found a brass rams head dining table. Since then I have been coveting a brass deer and found out that my dad has one that he is sending me and I cannot wait to get my hands on that little angel. I love it.

P.S. I AM LOVING NY.
I'm getting all settled in to my adorable + cozy apartment...shopping around the cutest little neighborhoods and playing around with the pup in the snow. Too much fun.

decor images one. two. three.

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The Decorista tip of the day... get on board with 2011 decor trends

2011 is sure to be a fantastic year! I am so excited about what is to come in the new year for decor.

The magazines are only getting better and blogging has totally revolutionized the way I see decor trends, it's just fabulous + I can't get enough of it.

Here are a few trends that I am uber thrilled about for this next season...

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...industrial revolution

The time is coming and the industrial chic look is taking over the world of decor.

Its very winter-friendly and is what I imagine London and Scandinavian homes to look like.

I quite like the look of worn leather and exposed metals, I also love weathered wood in any space. It is the perfect look to work with the harshness of metals.

The photo above really gives an essence of the "industrial revolution" (my term for the look) type of decor that I am drawn to. Ochre and Halo are two shops I suggest for shopping for this look.

What I really love about this look is that it can translate as an addition to any style of decor through really fantastic pieces. Take for instance, this gorgeous industrial chair, it could totally go in a glamorous room if done the right way, of course.

chair by casamidy

via delightbydesign, cococozy,

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...cowhide meets zebra

I have spotted this look a few places now and the jury is still out.

I am really on board with the look of layered rugs, however have yet to try layering animal hide rugs.

In this particular room I think its smashing but I am not completely sold yet.

What do we think of this trend?

stephaniebradshaw

and speaking of animal prints...
I have a very big crush on this set of leopard sheets from Ballard Designs,
thanks to miss Katie A.
What am I going to do until I get a set in my hands? They are so light & dreamy.
Oh my, I think I have fallen in love.

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...mod lighting love

Loving this lighting by LINDSEY ADELMAN in nyc.

Although its completely modern and so on trend, its also absolutely glamorous.

This glass bubble lighting look is all over LA + NYC and I am really into.

How chic would these fixtures be in my teeny apartment bedroom? 

Genius!

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...rock candy

via

I am smitten with everything about this photo. Such drama and glamour.

What I am drawn to is that gorgeous stone, its completely alluring.

Rock candy is oh so chic for the home. Next to candlelight It can glam up any space.

My current obsession is amethyst as my favorite color is purple.

It makes for accessorizing perfection.

Get the look...

plantation. vivre. thecrystalhealer.

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The Decorista Trend Spotting... Mixed Metals

Deep, plush grays and super snazzy metallics are so everything right now. 

Everywhere I look is a sparkly thing or two and I am certainly up for anything that shines.

I am loving these rooms with lovely gray walls, metallic accents and 

who would have ever dreamed of a sparkly staircase? 

It's absolutely genius, and so very decorista!

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...getting geometric

Right now I am kind of obsessed with 

beautiful + colorful graphic prints for the home!

designcrisis
absolutelybeautifulthings 
 

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The Decorista Trend Spotting...Wild wallpaper

I have been seeing this dark + botanical wallpaper everywhere lately.

It's all about dark florals for fall!

Bold and dramatic wallpaper is a major attention grabber. I love wallpaper!

Take some inspiration from over the top magazine worthy rooms.

I love the patterns and bright colors of these fabulous few...

 green malachite wallpaper...are you kidding me? It's ridiculously good here, no?

 

I just think these panels of wallpaper are too cute!

how gorgeous is this mirrored vanity?
 

urbanstems. 
apartmenttherapy. housetohome. livingetc

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Decorista trend spotting {chic tree stumps}

so... I fell absolutely head over heels for the golden tree stumps I spotted over at lovemaegan.

They are so completely EVERYTHING to me! 

I am dying to score some for my apartment.

I came to realize that there are so many different uses and styles that tree stumps can work, 

and I am digging them all.

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