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

The New York Botanical Garden Orchid Dinner

Happy Friday!  You don’t have to wait for the weekend to have a little fun.  On Tuesday, February 10th, guests gathered at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel for the New York Botanical Garden Annual Orchid Dinner, an elegant event benefiting the … Continue reading

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Better Homes and Gardens Reveals Color Palette of the Year

Better Homes and Gardens  revealed its second annual Better Homes and Gardens® Color Palette of the Year in tandem with the magazine’s March Color Issue, hitting newsstands on February 17th. The collection of six colors highlights the most current trends … Continue reading

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Power Dress Monday: Pretty In Pink

Happy Monday!  I’m changing things up today instead of a quote.  The start of the week can have many of us feeling blue.  But I have just the cure for that.  A power dress to get motivated and look fabulous.  Because … Continue reading

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My Week In Design

Time is moving fast this week.  I’ve been out and about antiquing, sourcing furniture and picking up fabric samples.  Connecting with vendors and building relationships with brands is important.  Design is very personal.  To  be invited to a client’s home and supporting … Continue reading

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10 Lessons Learned With Grace Bonney of Design Sponge

Hello February!   As I set out to accomplish my goals, besides eating well and staying healthy, there is one thing I’ve learned that I can’t do it alone. One way I stay motivated is to seek wisdom from bloggers in the … Continue reading

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This Week’s Quote

   

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This Week’s Quote

Happy Monday!

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Inspired by Men’s Style

        Have you been following  The New York Times coverage of  Paris Men’s Fashion Week ?  I have, much to my delight.  Talk about eye candy, tweeds, color, modern and classic looks, and the shoes.  (It doesn’t … Continue reading

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This Week’s Quote

Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. –Robert Frost    

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Give Spring A Boost

Spring will be here in the next few months. I cannot wait until I see the tulips peeking out of the ground sometime in mid-April. Until then, a stop to the florist is the next best thing. Inspired by the … Continue reading

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