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Jun
21

Orange is the new Red…

by: debbie

Orange in the new Red.

Since being introduced in 2009 as one of the hot colors-this color has caught on in popularity. It’s everywhere in 2010! You will see orange in every shade from a dark oranges-with lots of red undertones-to lighter shades that lean more towards yellow. Just take a trip to your favorite decor store and you’ll see it being offered in everything: dishware, pillows, furniture and rugs.

Allem Studio Pisces Pillow

If you consider yourself “fashion forward” I’d suggest you consider adding some orange to the look of your home. But before you do, there’s a few things about this color that you might want to know.

Jonathan Adler Mod Dot Dishware

Orange, a close relative of red, sparks more controversy than any other hue. There is usually strong positive or negative association to orange and true orange generally elicits a stronger “love it” or “hate it” response than other colors.

Global Views

Fun and flamboyant orange radiates warmth and energy. Interestingly, some of the tones of orange such as terra cotta, peach or rust have very broad appeal.

Jaipur Grant Design

Essex Coffee Table by Oomph

Apartment Therapy

So what do you think?

Veranda

Decor Pad

Decor Tip: Pairing it with navy blue is the latest and greatest thing to do.

Just ask Barclay Butera who’s perfected this color combo.

This color combo works well in a bedroom. (Decor Pad)

I have to admit that I love the color orange.

Now if I can just figure out a way to add it to my home before it goes out of style.

Happy Decorating!

Debs

Additional images and information: Sensational Color/Squioo

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Tags: 2010 interior design trends, Barclay Butera, color trend 2010, decor ideas, Global Views, Interior Design Ideas, Jonathan Adler dishware, Oomph coffee table, orange accessories, orange color trend, orange decor ideas, orange furniture

Jun
12

3 Summer Decor Trends…

by: debbie

Coral Graphics

Coral is one of the hot color for both your home and closet this season. But did you know that coral graphics are just as popular this summer? Especially timely for summer, coral accents evoke feelings of the beach. But you’ll want to play it safe and use them sparingly.

Tree Coral Hand Towel, Anthropologie
Coral Striped Napkins, Wisteria
Mediterraneo Kitchen Jars, Bloomingdale’s
Fan Coral Pillow, Pottery Barn
Coral Branches Measuring Spoons, Anthropologie

Vintage Keys

Vintage keys can add a certain charm to your home. While you can buy key accents in stores, take a look around your local thrift and antique stores. In addition, key pendants on jewelry are also hot right now.

Castle Key Bottle Opener, Anthropologie
Vintage Keys, Set of 7, Pottery Barn
Kryptos Hook Rack, Anthropologie
Jelena Key Necklace, Little Purple Cow
Aude Key Necklace, Little Purple Cow

Native American Prints

Boasting bold colors and patterns, Native American prints are amazing accents to your furniture in the form of pillows and throws. The shapes, colors and patterns all have stories behind them and are inspired by different Native American tribes across the United States.

Lakota Serving Platter, Pendleton
Tux Chair, Crate & Barrel
Pillows, Pendleton
Diamond Jungle Dhurrie Rug, Anthropologie

Happy Decorating!

Debs

Images and Information: fncimag.com

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Jun
02

“Copycat” Decor Ideas: SATC 2

by: debbie

Have you ever watched a movie {or television show} and loved the decor on the set so much that you wanted to “copycat” it?

Today while I was doing some blog research I came across Carrie & Big’s apartment that’s shown in the new Sex and the City 2 movie. While I’m not a big fan of the movie- I’ve become a big fan of the decor style of Carrie & Big’s apartment.

And I like Carrie Bradshaw’s design attitude when she admits in the movie:

“I’ve been cheating on fashion with furniture.”

The Entry

Every large city apartment should have a fabulous entry or vestibule. In C & B’s apartment it’s been fabulously decorated with Oiseau wallpaper by Katie Ridder . In addition, the blown-glass chandelier by Lindsey Adelman Studio is a showstopper piece -one that you can’t help but noticing while standing at their front door.

The Living Room

Carrie and Big’s living room includes a sofa by Montauk Sofa upholstered in blue wool-mohair and a pair of beige mid-century side chairs. The coffee table’s unique design allows books to be displayed upright around the edges with plenty of room in the center for other accessories. What a great area for company and lively conversation.

The Dining Room

Their dining room showcases an oxidized-metal chandelier by Property hangs above a French 1940s mahogany table. The custom-made chairs were upholstered in a Lee Jofa print fabric. And I love how the blue tiles from the kitchen have been tied into the decor of the dining room by placing a few “blue” objects on the shelves.

The Bedroom

C & B’s bedroom is a mixture of pattern and texture-which I love. The custom-headboard is covered in fabric by Kravet that stands out against the neutral Rococo Stripe wallpaper by Cole & Son from Lee Jofa. And the perfectly layered and pillowed Anichini bedding is functional as well as beautiful.

The Closet!

I don’t need to say much about this closet-other than I want one like it-because I love the idea of a closet being large enough for an upholstered bench and lighted shoe cabinets.

Now all I need to go along with my “copycat” decor ideas is a big city apartment.

Happy Decorating!

Debs

Images: Craig Blankenhorn (photographer) and Elle Decor

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Apr
06

Spring Forward With Flowers*

by: debbie

This spring you can be ”fashion foward” by adding flowers to your home decor. Floral decor is showing up in everything from wall art to bedding, furniture and more. The romantic look of flowers is just another example of how nature influences popular design trends.

Here’s an inexpensive and creative way to add a little floral interest to your walls-vinyl flowers. I could also see these flowers used as a “faux” headboard by the budget-minded decorator. Check out Wow Wall on Etsy for more floral ideas.

Another way to add a little flower power to your room is by adding a whimisical clock like this one from Modern Dose.

Flowers on pillows are a great way to add a little floral excitement to your room decor. These pillows from World Market make my heart skip a beat.

How cute are these molded chairs from West Elm-especially the one with the flowers? They would be so cute around any style of kitchen table. And so easy to take care of for mom’s with messy kiddos.

Floral wall art doesn’t have to look like something that your Grandma would hang in her house. Check out my latest ”fun find” website- NEXT -to see more flower art.

I’m in love with these 22″ pouf ottomans. I found this Lana Wool flower ottoman on Modern Dose. And I would buy it today-if I could only afford it!

Anthropologie describes their floral bedding this way: “Colossal flowers grow plump and lush on a paradise of fluffy voile”. How could you resist putting this on your bed?

Curry and Company has the best lamps. Their Angelica table lamp would look great with the above bedding. I love the combination of the turquoise and black used on this lamp. It’s not what you expect.

One common way to add flowers to the decor of any room is by using a floral pattern in the fabrics you select for your furniture. Why not find some old chairs at your local thrift and antique stores, find some great fabric like the flowered chair above and recover the seats?