10 things that rocked my world this week. Chicago.

1. I had the best start to the week in Chicago last week. I hadn't been in forever and it was such a wonderful time. Along with a few design meetings, I had to stop in to some stores I had been dying to visit. One, Buckingham ID. This store was so pretty and colorful I loved everything about it.

2. The painted lady. Such a beautiful store, very French, very soft and romantic. I just loved the ambiance and vibe. I also found some chic clothes here too.

3. Jayson Home & Garden. This store was incredible. I loved how dark and dreamy everything looked. It's a very masculine vibe but not too much, there was just the right amount of feminine flair that I was absolutely in love! I'm especially into feathers right now, so these art prints really called my name.

4. I also fell madly in love with this python desk. Hard to see in this photo, but oh my goodness it was such a stunner. I really really really want one!

5. Meanwhile, back in Texas...I was so excited and proud to have my Austin home featured in the current issue of Adore Home Magazine. Was beyond an honor.

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6. My most recent update is my new art piece I created and put up in the space where the mirror was. Art x Ashlina coming soon!

7. I also felt something was missing in my space. Then I realized, hello! Black and white stripes are pretty much a signature print for me. So I headed over to Pottery Barn to grab these gorgeous pillow cases.

8. Also, so many of you have asked about my skulls in my home and where I got them. This crystal skull is from Zgallerie. I'm obsessed.

9. Not only am I obsessed with tie dye flowy dresses, I am now obsessed with tie dye rugs. Genius.

10. I am also very much now into anything with fringe. This weekend was Austin City Limits and the fashion around town was amazing. Tons of fringe happening and I fell hard for these fab boots.

ONE ROOM CHALLENGE: Week 1

It's that time again. The One Room Challenge season is upon us and I am ready to decorate. [For those of you who don't know ORC is a 6 week long series on the blog of redecorating a room, I will fill you in on the process along with 20 other fab designers, too]. Life has been pretty hectic for me and I feel like I have been ALL over the place. Having said that, I had planned a clients guest room for the ORC, and then a flood happened and ruined the space. So, I'll be helping my fab assistant redecorate her loft office nook. She was using it for a closet, but she is a graphic designer and photographer and she really needs a space to inspire her to create. Office spaces are MY fave, so this will be so much fun. Also, so much fun for us to work on together.

Details of the space: The layout is pretty small, and 2 of the walls are cinderblock. She has has a desk, and a black console that she keeps her storage in. So finding ways around these modern items will be fun and of course I want to add a little bit of glamour to her minimalistic vibe.

Items we are going to use:

This bookshelf. She currently uses it as a headboard, but I think it would totally work in the office space. I am also a firm believer in moving around furniture to give your space a fresh feel. Also, below is her drafting table and stool, which she uses everyday and she needs.

I've got my brain racked with chic loft office looks I want to include. Here are some vibes I'm really into...

As much as I love wood floors, if I could paint everything glossy white I so would. I do love the vibe of the black and white art in this space. Definitely thinking we could add some black frames to some fun art she has collected and possibly find some new.

I love the black fur on the white chair and all the white furniture.

I love the idea of some modern chairs and I also love the idea of some swing arm sconces for her wall. That could be so modern and cool. Stacks of mags always are a stylish addition.

It wouldn't be like me to have only very stark decor, so I want to add some more romantic pieces and layered elements to the space. You know, candles, pillows, fur, horns, antiques.

Items I am considering:

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I am so excited to get all of this going. Stay tuned for next weeks installment of the One Room Challenge and don't forget to visit all the other gals who are making over rooms too!

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Chinoiserie Chic

The Decorista

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The Design Daredevil

Design Darling

Design Indulgence

Design Manifest

House of Turquoise

Jana Bek Design

Jill Sorensen

Maddie G. Designs

Mimosa Lane

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The Pink Pagoda

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My home feature in Adore Home Magazine

Hey everyone. If you have noticed I haven't posted in a few days, I must apologize. My site was down again due to server issues. The internet kills me sometimes. BUT...I'm back with some very exciting news. The latest issue of Adore Home Magazine has come out and they featured my adorable Austin abode. So exciting! I love the new issue, especially the emphasis on bar cart styling. I keep my bar on my entryway console (see the photo above.)

I looooooooove my apartment in Austin so much. It's such a mix of my personality. Here are a few peek shots from the magazine. All photos shot by the talented Austin photog Erin Williamson of Design Crisis. She did such a good job capturing the magic of the space.

Here is the cover of the issue. Read it here now. Its too good to miss!

10 things that rocked my world this week. 9.27.14

1. Ever since I lived in LA I loved angel wings. It's the city of angels so I always wanted angel wing accoutrements. Jewelry, artwork, etc. Now, I want some in my bedroom above my bed. These gold babies are oh so glam.

2. We had a blast at the Austin Way Magazine launch party. I got about a hundred compliments on my Alexis Bittar earrings. Obsessed with them.

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3. I am a huge believer that lighting are like the earrings of the home. Naturally, I'm now absolutely obsessed with this satellite sconce from Design Within Reach. How marvelous is it?

4. Wouldn't it be fab next to this gorgeous brass bed from CB2?

5. Did a little antiquing at Uncommon Objects on South Congress. I wanted everything in that place, especially these round gold mirrors.

6. Austin City Limits is around the corner and the fun has already begun. Keep your eyes out for the Veuve Clicquot mail truck dropping champagne of all over town.

7. This is my killer combo right now. Black leather and florals.

8. I am a huge believer in plant life at home. Plants bring life to a home. Period. In love with my fiddle leaf.

9. All grey. All day. This is such a killer look. Well done Kelly Wearstler.

10.  This is quote of the week. Listen to your own voice, not the sound of others. Took me a long time to learn this but I'm getting it down.

10 things that rocked my world this week. 9.20.14

1. I am totally into loft spaces right now. This is one of my favorite spaces in Austin. I'm dying to move into it.

2. Still in love with my black bedding. It's so rich and luxe and looks amazing in my bedroom. {pillows}.

3. The throw pillows I got from the Donna Karan Home collection are SO chic. Feathers, silk & studs. Gorgeous.

4. With all black I love the Martinique wallpaper print and am now chomping at the bits to use this classic wallpaper.

5. I'm also very obsessed with my new floppy hat, I am SO VERY ready for fall. {hat: UrbanOutfitters}

6. Went shopping for lighting and fell hard for this black chrome light fixture. Almost has a purple finish to it. I am so in love with the look.

7. Love my coffee mug. I think encouraging words around the home are total mood lifters.

8. If I were a space I think I'd look like this. I don't know who designed this one but whoever did. YES.

9. Obsessed with the Nikki Chu line at Wayfair. Black and gold, my signature colors, are looking mighty fine right here.

10. This is my current mood. ;) Hope you all enjoy your weekend. XO

Fall bedroom makeover with Target

With fall fast approaching, I wanted a little something different for my bedroom. It's pretty with lilac and gold but I wanted something more rich, more modern for the colder months. Of course black was so necessary. So, when Target approached me with a bedroom makeover I knew I had to take part! With under $150 in my pocket to use, I created a modern black and gold vibe to my previously romantic room. Now I am in love!

{here is what the room looked like before}

Here's what I felt that the room needed.

1- I changed out my white lampshades for these black lampshades. It made the vintage crystal lamp look so much richer.

2- I swapped out my antique french mirror for these fab gold sea urchins , they are a bit more modern in feel.

3- Nate Berkus has really been killing it with his Target collections. I felt that this Geometric gold vase would edge up the femininity of my room a bit.

4- Absolutely obsessed with the black and white Nate Berkus pillow look, I had to have them. They are a tad small for my liking but add a little warmth & style.

5- I have a thing for wings and feathers, so of course adding this gold angel wing dish for my jewels at night.

10 things that rocked my world this week. 9.15.14

1. The weather in Austin has changed. Woop. A bit of that chilly cold front came in. I am loving it. Spent my Sunday at Hotel San Jose, one of my favorite hotels in town.  I am so into the butterfly chairs too.

2. It's hard to tell in the photo but the chill in the air from leaving the door open on my balcony felt so good. I love that fresh air feeling at home.

3. I got to go do some shopping at Target and will be giving my bedroom and whole new look with these fab black and gold touches. { pillows / angel wing / urchins / vase }

4. I've been having fun creating some tablescape mixes with my black, white and gold vintage vibe. Kinda into turtle shells lately.

5. The beginning of September is such a good time in new york. I was missing my apartment in nyc and my pretty vanity. So glam.

6. I also spent a LOT of time on instagram getting inspired. Do we not love these leopard chairs on @atlantishome ?

7. How about brick walls and windows on @thecrossdesign ? I love all that white bedding, I clearly need more pillows.

8. WANT this gorgeous orange lacquer console I spotted on @housingworks .

9. @anaantuneshomestyling made this chic little office space in my color palate. Very into it.

10. There is a new magazine in Austin and I think I am in love. So many cool things happening in Austin. I am loving it.

10 things that rocked my world this week. 9.6.14

1. A round up of my favorite books has me reading again. {Shoes / chairs / pouf / pillow}

2. The easiest way to add a touch of glamour to your home? New door handles. {Mine are Emtek, they are absolutely gorgeous and come in many finishes. You can find them at a local hardware store}

3. I'm starting to see that I have pretty much two styles now. One, the feminine and glamorously bold room like this gorgeous lilac and gold bathroom.

4. Case in point. My room. {Ghost chairs  / spotted pillow  / mirrored table }

5. My other design style obsession is masculine elegance. Dark colors, metallic finishes, etc.

6. Case in point: My clients master bedroom. Totally man, totally glam. I love the balance.

7. I must admit, I am pretty lucky to do what I am very passionate about every single day. It's been fun learning how to nail down my signature styles. It may have taken me a few years, but I did it.  {gold stapler}

8. What I am now really trying to nail down is the perfect beauty routine. I am a beauty junkee, I love fabulous hair, skin and nails. Sk ii is literally magic. It's all made from rice & secret asian skin recipes. I've been on it for a few weeks now and wow. My skin feels so clean and supple. If you haven't tried it, I would highly suggest you do. { full sample kit }

9. Did you see my fashion post yesterday? I'm obsessed with this look and I can't wait for fall.

10. I just have that feeling... It's time for new beginnings.

5 books every decorista must own

I'm a reader. Big time! I love to read about anything and everything. I was recently asked by a friend of mine what my favorite decorating books were because she found herself overwhelmed by the amount of decor books available. While I love love love books with gorgeous images, there is so much available on Pinterest. So, I suggested to her my favorite books with solid tips, tricks and strategies for creating and keeping a beautiful home like a pro!

1.Domestic Bliss: Rita Konig - This book is so good for any gal who loves to have a stylish home. I love the way Rita writes, its as if you can do anything she can do and more.

2.I brake for yard sales: Lara Spencer - This girl makes vintage shopping easy and so much fun. I love reading this one to see all the fun places across the country that are fab for finding treasures.

3.The perfectly Imperfect Home: Deb Needleman - If you dont know this woman, look her up. She has such a great sense of home style and tons of tips for living perfectly imperfect.

4.Domino: The Book of Decorating - pretty much a staple in any stylish girls home. Tips and trick and gorgeous images that will inspire you forever. It looks chic on a coffee table too.

5.The Big Book of Chic: Miles Redd - I mean, this book needs no introduction. You will find inspiration for days and creative color palates you would have never thought of using.