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Wallpaper: 25 Examples of Pure Chicness

20 Tuesday Jan 2015

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By now we all know that wallpaper has made a major comeback.  Now it’s time to move beyond the basic and safe and embrace the graphic, bold and perhaps a little eccentric.

Here are 25 examples of wallpaper that don’t hold back, and make a purely chic statement.

Source: My Wallpaper Board on Pinterest

What do you think?  Are you willing to give any of these bold wallpapers a try, and in what room?

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

 

Trend Alert: Bumble Bee Details are All the Buzz

13 Tuesday Jan 2015

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Call me trendy (lol), but I love coming across details that cross over from interior design to fashion.  Today it’s all about the bumble bee.  If you’re like me, you’re terrified of the little buggers (and will scream at the sight), but that doesn’t mean you can’t love them as a style detail.

photo-61. Bumble Bee Wallpaper – Farrow & Ball | 2. Bumble Bee Stationary – Sugar Paper | 3. Gold Foil Bumble Bee Print – Willow And Olive via Etsy | 4. Bumble Bee iPhone Case – CaseCavern via Etsy | 5. Bumble Bee Stud Earrings – Red Truck Designs via Etsy

Any insect details that you’re bugging out over?

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

5 Finds: One Kings Lane

17 Wednesday Sep 2014

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If you have a slight shopping obsession (which i may or may not have), and you like pretty things (check), I highly suggest you download the One Kings Lane app onto your phone or iPad (or both like I did). Last night I got totally sucked in, mesmerized by all of the prettiness. Hours later I found myself giddy by all of the glorious finds, and a little sad that I couldn’t buy all of it.

Lucky for you, I’ve narrowed it down to my top 5 picks. A room with any (or all) of these pieces is sure to delight.

20140916-163627.jpg1. Pink Tufted Ottoman | 2. White & Gold Bar Cart | 3. Black & White Spotted Pillow | 4. Brass Swing Arm Floor Lamp | 5. Teal Velvet Chaise

 

Do you have a favorite of the 5? It’s so tough to choose just one!

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

Trend Alert: Blue-Backed Floral

08 Tuesday Jul 2014

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Looking to add a little sweetness to your life? The blue-backed floral ditsy print is exactly what you need.  It’s a vintage and charming but with a healthy pop of personality.

Here are 5 of my top picks…

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1. Wallpaper – Graham & Brown | 2. iPhone Case – Field Trip; Etsy | 3. Tray – Joss & Main | 4. Tablecloth – H&M | 5. Duvet Cover + Shams – Pottery Barn Kids

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

Color Story: Tickled Pink

07 Monday Jul 2014

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Happy Monday, everyone!  I figured since it’s the Monday after a 3-day weekend (which seems much more painful than a regular monday), I’d provide you with a little pick me up.  A little bit of pink should perk you right up.

Tickled Pink via HOMErandRuth.com

Source: My Color board on Pinterest

 
See how fun that was?!? The perfect cure for a case of the Mondays.

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

5 Fab Wallpapers You Should Try

03 Thursday Jul 2014

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Okay, so in case you haven’t heard, wallpaper is back! No one is saying that you have to cover every wall in your house, but an accent wall in your living room, bedroom, or a nursery can be just the right touch a room needs.

Here are 5 picks for the most (and less) bold among us.

Bold & Cheerful

I love this for a dining room accent wall to create a more formal but still fun ambiance.

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Subtle & Soft

For the less bold, this is a great option to add interest in a more quite way. Perfect for a soothing bedroom.

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Sophisticated & Versatile

A wallpaper that is not too feminine and will add sophistication to any room. Truly suitable for any room in the house.

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Abstract & Modern

The non-pattern pattern that shows just how hip and edgy you really are.  Put in on an accent wall in your living room to really make a statement.

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Whimsical & Colorful

The perfect backdrop for a gender neutral nursery that doesn’t scream baby but does evoke child’s play and happiness.

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All wallpaper prints found on Spoonflower.

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

Black Walls: A Bright Spot in Interior Design

10 Tuesday Jun 2014

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When it comes to interiors, black is the new black. Nothing short of taboo, black walls are having a major moment in interior design.  So today I’m showcasing not 5, not 10, but 15 bold and beautiful black walled interiors.

Image Source: Pinterest

 
One word… STUNNING!

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

5 Floors I’m Swooning Over

06 Friday Jun 2014

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Happy Friday everyone!  Bring on the weekend!

So lately, I’ve been obsessed with patterned floors.  It takes a bit of guts, but in the right space it can be just the right amount of excitement to make a room pop.

Here are 5 floors that I’m absolutely loving right now.

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Swoon, right?!? Source for these all the floors above and more: My ‘Floors’ Pinterest board.

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

Before & After: Hell’s Kitchen, NY

13 Tuesday May 2014

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I’m feeling a little nostalgic today.  I’m an LA native and it’s been great being back home, but I definitely miss New York.  So… for my first before and after, I’m showcasing my Hell’s Kitchen apartment

BEFORE:

White walls and parquet floors… yikes!

Blinds hiding a pretty good view

DURING:

I was having a blast… my husband, not so much

AFTER:

We went with a light grey on the walls with a fabulous plum accent wall.  The shelves (ikea) came with a back board, but I choose not to attach them in order to let the plum show through.

When living in a 670 sq. ft. 1 bedroom in New York, rooms have to do triple duty.  I put a sideboard behind the couch to separate the living and dining room and added a small desk too… oh, and did I mention the view?  Love!

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky

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Here & Now // 12

30 Wednesday Apr 2014

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What I’m currently purchasing, coveting, and dreaming about

Significant Jewels

I’m obsessed with this customizable necklace.  In keeping with my shopping addition, I already bought it for myself as an early Mothers’ Day gift.  I got it personalized with Keira’s birthdate… ahhh ♥♥♥♥♥

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Save the Date/Nameplate Necklace; Alexis Russell

DIY “Wallpaper”

I love the idea of creating custom wallpaper using tiny ♥ decals in a random pattern… genius!

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Mini Hearts Wall Stickers; Ferm Living

Dream Vacation HoMe

To this day, my favorite vacation every year is visiting my family’s cottage on a small lake in Michigan for my family reunion.  It was originally built by my great-grandfather and great, great-uncle… If I won a million dollars, I would fix it up to look like this.

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Source: Domino

Summer Lovin’

I don’t know about the rest of the world, but here in Los Angeles, the 90+ degree temps have me dreaming about summer beach cruiser days.  How cute is this bike basket? I’m pretty sure I need it.

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Bike Basket – House of Talents; Anthropologie

 

Ciao for Now,

♥♥ Vicky