SIMPLE VALENTINE’S DAY ARRANGEMENT

Flowers are an integral part of any Valentine’s Day celebration, but I wanted to bring a fresh twist to the classic bouquet of (overpriced) roses this year and add a range of warm hues to the table with burgundy leucadendron,…

ROASTED PIQUILLO PEPPER DEVILED EGGS

While it’s hard to compete with the salmon roe and creme fraîche, these mayonnaise-free roasted piquillo pepper deviled eggs turned out to be a delicious take on the classic appetizer. The peppers and smoked paprika add a touch of sweetness…

DIY FLORAL ICE BOWL WITH SALMON ROE

I love incorporating flowers into a Valentine’s Day table in unexpected ways. Freezing your florals into an ice bowl is definitely one way to do this! It’s surprisingly easy to create this elegant addition for your next soirée – the…

VALENTINE’S DAY APPETIZER TABLE

I’ve come to love Valentine’s Day as one of my favorite holidays of the year. Without the stereotypical roses and secret Valentine’s, it’s a celebration of love for family, friends, and significant others, and also an excuse to bask in…

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AN INVITING FAMILY LOFT IN BROOKLYN

This family loft in Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood brings together comfortable living with a clean modern edge that fits perfectly with the industrial architecture. The living room is especially inviting, with a long sectional piled with throw pillows, a deep swivel…

10 ROSY VALENTINE’S DAY DESSERTS

I can’t believe it’s already the beginning of February, but I’m definitely looking forward to a certain pink-and-red-themed holiday on the fourteenth that celebrates la vie en rose. Of course food is one of the most important pieces of any…

CHIC GOLD TABLE LAMPS FOR ANY BUDGET

(via Traditional Home) Lighting is quite similar to jewelry in many respects – it’s relatively small, brings in an accent color or finish, is often playful in its design, and in many cases, contrasts the style of the outfit (or…

THOU SWELL HAS BEEN NOMINATED

(via my Pool House Project on Style Me Pretty Living) I’m so honored to announce that Thou Swell has been nominated for the Design Bloggers Conference Annual Hall of Fame Awards! I’ve been nominated under ‘Best Graphics, Photography, and Presentation’…

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TOUR AN ECLECTIC APARTMENT IN MADRID

When it comes to sophisticated small-spaces, taking big risks with color can make a big impact. This eclectic apartment in Madrid brings an element of surprise in each room, adding bold European personality in the traditional architecture (note: beautiful marble…

10 STUNNING STONE FIREPLACE MANTELS

(via One Kings Lane) When the weather gets chilly – and it certainly has this winter – a crackling fire is one of the best ways to warm up. With it’s practical purpose in mind, a fireplace mantel can also be…

SWELL SHOPPING: COBBLE HILL DINING ROOM

(via Blair Harris Interior Design, photography by Jessica Glynn) I’ve always loved the lush green jungle in this chic Brooklyn dining room, but the emerald tones are just the start. An authentic Beni Ourain rug sets a neutral background, black…

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