Author Archives: Ivy de Leon

About Ivy de Leon

From decorating and home staging to entertaining and gardening, I enjoy bringing traditional style to each project. I love to combine new and vintage market finds to create elevated and inviting spaces for today's modern lifestyle. CONTACT: IVY@IVYDELEON.COM

How To Dress Up The Bookshelf

Bookcases are not just for books.  There are many ways to style a bookshelf.  My style is to keep it personal.  Collections, family pictures and art can all be enjoyed on bookshelf. Blue and white Asian happiness jars I’ve collected are … Continue reading

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How Will You Celebrate Cinco de Mayo?

Happy Cinco de Mayo! On this beautiful day, I’m taking a little break in the courtyard to celebrate with a healthy mango and pineapple smoothie. Just in case you are looking for a sangria recipe or cocktail to celebrate the … Continue reading

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Spring Market Quality Bed Linens Introductions

Happy Monday!  Wake up to new bed linens, coffee and sunshine.  I’ve sourced high quality bed lines on my recent trip to spring High Point Market.  Spring is the perfect time to spruce up the bedroom. For a summer cottage or beach house these … Continue reading

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Power Monday: Spring Pastels

Swing into spring with pretty pastels for work.  A floral scarf or umbrella to wash away the Monday blues and get into a Power Monday state of mind.  Go ahead conquer that task, make the pitch on that idea, or try something new.  The … Continue reading

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Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Eden Chandelier For Daum

Martyn Lawrence Bullard, a Los Angeles based interior designer, is renowned for his broad range of styles and eclectic designs.  Martyn is also an award winning designer, known for creating seductive interiors.  I had a chance to visit him at the Daum … Continue reading

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Power Monday: Simple Black and White

Starting the week feeling refreshed is important. These black and white stylish pieces give you one less thing to think about heading out the door.  Basic, simple and elegant essentials that are versatile to build a wardrobe. Dress them up … Continue reading

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Caps On The Water: Get the Look

Spring has arrived; we are focusing on our backyard.  We want to head outside and enjoy the long days.  We took some inspiration while on spring break to one of our favorite places to dine,  Caps On The Water.  The food is great.  You may … Continue reading

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April Showers

I’m back from my little break. Feeling energized and ready for a new week. Hope you had a great holiday. April showers bring May flowers. Although nothing is blooming around me, I found this image of a peony in my … Continue reading

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Nourish The Body and Mind

Good morning!  Last week I met the HomeGood bloggers in NYC. It was great to see everyone and reconnect. After a full day of meetings, shopping and eating, I headed home. A change of clothes and repacking and I was … Continue reading

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In the kitchen at the Architectural Digest Home Design Show

There was no lack of kitchen appliances and ranges at the Architectural Digest Design Home Show.  One particular range stood out, the ILVE® range.  The customizable features had me hooked.  The 60” dual fuel range with up to 7 semi-sealed burners and … Continue reading

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