Rain drops on roses and whiskers on kittens work for some people, but now that Amazon delivers in two days and I can get a hot steamy bowl of Pho at my doorstep with Favor… the list of my favorite things is getting increasingly competitive. 1. Furla Perla Mini Cross Body Tote • Furla • $298 …
Home Decor Holiday Wish List
Restoration Hardware’s Holiday Catalogue is everything my home decor holiday wish list dreams are made of. I have had my eye on this iPhone Gramophone player for a while now. Items from their plush and luxe faux fur collections of throws, pillows, slippers, scarves and more, are currently sitting in my online shopping cart. A bust of …
Macaron Party
I’ve been wanting to learn how to make Macaroons for a while now and became really excited when I saw Sur La Table offers an at home macaron baking kit! Ideally I would love to have some friends over for tea and serve them these delicious home made french meringue cookies, but I think I’ll …
French Country Kitchen Accessories
Get a little French Country in your home without a total kitchen remodel. I love adding elements of particular styes to my kitchen to liven up my daily routine. I picked up these macaron espresso cups and saucers from Sur La Table (ps. they’re also on sale!).
Adara Medical Spa: Beauty All Around
A new upscale med spa has opened in the heart of the museum district! Adara Medical Spa, created by Houston’s leading dermatological practice the Dermatological Association of Texas, is raising the bar in the Houston med spa scene. The addition of Adara brings Houston up to NYC, Dallas and LA’s level by offering the most current medical, surgical and …
4 Chic Centerpieces for Your Thanksgiving Table
If you’re like me you are a little more concerned about your Thanksgiving table appeal than you are about the turkey basting. Beyond pulling out the fancy table wear, create a theme to your holiday dining table. From a fresh orchard centerpiece to celebrate the season, to a more intimate candle lit dinner, below are …
Colin Cowie Talks Decor, Party Planning for the JW Marriott Houston Dwtn and Ruthless Editing
I was so fortunate to sit down with lifestyle guru, party planner to the stars [while being a star himself] television personality and writer, Colin Cowie. You can imagine my bliss when I found out I was going to be talking parties and decor with Colin, who’s recent time in Houston has been spent planning the incredible …
Hip For the Holidays #shopwchiara
If you’re a little tired of the typical red & green traditional decor this holiday season Burke Decor is stocked with all the trimmings you’ll need to celebrate in style. I am a big fan of their birch wood reindeer ornaments, peony candle tea light set and the birch nested square gift boxes. Take a …
Contemporary Home Office Decor #shopwchiara
At home or in the work-place you need an area that keeps you focused, organized and bringing home the turkey bacon. What I like about contemporary styled office furniture is they take up less space and look more savvy & professional than the bulky traditional office pieces. Great for work or home I’ve pieced together …
8 Style Tips For Selling your Home
Buying a home is typically the largest investment anyone makes in their lives and everyone, no matter their income or position in life, wants to get the most they can out of their investment. In turn of course sellers want showcase their home as a product worthy of the asking price with the goal of …
Shop this Contemporary Living Room #ShopWChiara
The impeccable, sleek styling of this contemporary living room is not the only thing to love here. I love that it is a smaller space styled for a elegant, metropolitan life, proving you don’t need a 20×20 square foot living room to have a show stopping one. The whole space is opened up by the …
Beautiful Contemporary/ Transitional Ceiling Lights Under $150
One of my favorite things about a home remodel/ makeover is the shopping of course! I’m the type of person that likes to take my time when buying decor for a new home, piecing together unique and beautiful things. As I work on our dining room [table and chairs, check and check!] I have been …
Home Office Ideas For Small Spaces
Get excited about bringing work home with these fresh ideas to revamp your computer’s home base. Statement tables, built-ins and multi-functional furniture are just part of the these cooly styled offices especially for small spaces. Traditional Home Office by Vancouver Interior Designers & Decorators The Cross Interior Design Contemporary Home Office by Sydney Interior Designers …
5 Vanity Counters For Your Small Space
The vanity is an important place in a woman’s life. It’s our game-planing spot before we conquer the day, work, or a date and our wind-down ritual before bed. You don’t need a giant boudoir dedicated to your vanity to feel luxe and more importantly, organized. Take a look at our 5 unique ways to redo …
4th of July Everyday Decor
There’s something about the American flag that transcends temporary holiday decor and has a lasting home decor appeal. My favorite look is a vintage flag hanging on a white wall with wood detail pictured below. Next time you’re wondering what to hang on that empty wall space consider the star spangled banner. Happy 4th of July! …
Contemporary Plant Decor Ideas
One thing you miss out on when living in a high rise/ flat/ loft situation is a lush green garden. You definitely don’t want to skip on indoor greenery in your home decor as potted plants not only look good but they make your living environment a healthy one by purifying the air from toxins …
Decor with a Pouf
Poufs are making a comeback and now there’s even more unique ways to play with shapes in your living space. From modern lines to oversized comfy pillows there’s something for everyone’s aesthetic taste. Take a look at these elegant ways to incorporate casual seating in your home. -Beatrice Brody
Unique Wall Paper Art
Pondering wall paper to accent a wall or theme a full room? Get inspired by these unique [and some over the top] ways to make your wall paper a work of art. From the whimsical spam generated wallpaper to an Asian inspired mountain side scape there’s bound to be something that will get you craving some …
Remodel Update: Balcony Make-Over
When you don’t have a garden you can easily access the balcony becomes your connection to nature and outdoor relaxation. Some prefer the wild “I’m in a jungle photographing rare animals” approach to decorating their terrace while others mimic spas or pool sides where they visualize sipping drinks and tanning. Our approach is to make the balcony …
RAD Furniture… it’s cool..
Austin based, Brooklyn operated RADfurniture is made in America, steel and wood industrial concept with a retro/ minimalist feel, decor goodness. Did I get enough descriptive words in? Along with a-la-carte shopping they craft customizable furniture for near production-line prices so you can let your imagination run free when shopping RAD products. While they easily supply …