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That’s Toile Folks

23 Thursday Aug 2012

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accessories, charm, dinnerware, dresser, elegant, headboard, old world, Toile, wallpaper, wastebasket

Looking to add a little old world elegance to your space?  Try toile!

Originating in Europe, and popular in American Colonial design, toile is a traditional yet anything but boring design aesthetic.  It’s a great way to add a healthy dose of personality to your space.

Wondering how to incorporate it into your space… I’m so glad you asked:

1. Wallpaper – How fab is this bathroom?!? Traditional yet modern. {source}

2. Dinnerware – The toile design aesthetic is perfect for a formal dining room, but if you have commitment issues, dinnerware is the perfect option. {source}

3. Furniture – This custom wallpapered dresser exudes femininity and I’m loving it! {source}

4. Accessories – Another non-committal option is accessorizing with toile.  This wastebasket is perfect for a guest bathroom or bedroom.  I especially love the mixing of traditional toile with asian design. {source}

5. Headboard – Nothing says girly like a pink toile headboard.  How great would this be for a little girl’s room?!? {source}

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Good Chemistry: Mercury Glass

17 Friday Aug 2012

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candle, elegant, glass, glass bottle, lamp, light fixture, Mercury Glass, perfume bottle, room divider, screen, Sophisticated, table lamp, urn, vintage

One of the most classic finishes to use in accessorizing a space is glass. Mercury glass in particular adds a sense of elegance and sophistication to a space, yet in a vintage-inspired way. The details and “imperfections” in mercury glass create interest, and you only need 2-3 pieces to make an impact.

Here are a few ideas to get you started.

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1. Candle; Anthropologie | 2. Light Fixture; Clayton Gray Home | 3. Decorative Bottles; Neiman Marcus | 4. Table Lamp; Pottery Barn | 5. Perfume Bottle; Amazon | 6. Room Divider; Zinc Door

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Before & After: Living Room

29 Tuesday May 2012

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blue, chair, coffee table, contemporary, curtains, elegant, family room, furniture, glam, lamp, light fixture, Living Room, modern, ottoman, pillow, rug, silver, sofa, vase, wood

This past weekend was quite productive, most notably I finished re-designing our living room which has been a work in progress.  We were having our first BBQ of the season, so it was good motivation to finish my first project.

BEFORE: Bland room with white walls and vertical blinds… yikes!

You may recall from my Modern Elegance post, I had a general style and color palette in mind (and I knew I wanted a sunburst mirror :)).  My goal was to transform the room playing off of the original charm but adding vibrance, elegance and a little rustic, ethnic charm…

AFTER:

So… how did I do? I’m sure I’ll keep making minor changes over time, but I’m pretty happy with the outcome.  Now… on to the next room!

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