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

When Country Meets Chic

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

Happy hump day.  Campbell and I started the day with a big pot of coffee. I enjoyed  a cup or two while we watched the fog and drizzle outside the window.  Country life is beautiful.  It is a simple life … Continue reading →

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Six Pieces Every Bedroom Needs and Two Things It Doesn’t

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

If there is one thing we all need more of this year is sleep.   Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health problems and is a public safety issue. I personally have never had a problem with sleep.  In fact, … Continue reading →

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Weekend Flowers

Posted on January 14, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

Flowers are good for the soul.  Flowers help me get through the winter months.   A bunch of peonies gives my  living room a pop of color.  How do you get through the winter months?

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5 Ways To Refresh The Home This New Year

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

The New Year brings new opportunities to resolve problem areas at home.  With some planning and great product sources, we could change the mood at home.   Think quality over quantity when making your selection. Here are 5 quality furniture … Continue reading →

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Getting Back On Point: Women In Business

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Power Monday! After struggling with the flu for 10 days, I am happy to be back on the blog. The Power Monday: Women In Business post is back.  It is a post to share Monday motivation, fashion picks, and … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year’s Eve 2016

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Happy New Year’s eve!  Are you getting ready for the countdown?  If  you are looking for some last minute New Year’s eve celebration ideas,  find it here.  Call a friend of two and celebrate. For me it will be a quiet … Continue reading →

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A Home For The Holidays

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Merry Christmas! “Home for the holidays” is a phrase we hear often. This year it has more significance. We are now living in our home a year. Throughout the year we worked hard to bring warmth to our home and … Continue reading →

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5 Tips To Style Your Holiday Table

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!   Have you been following our design tips to style your holiday table?  Little details are not usually planned in advance, but with a little guidance let’s make this year a bit different.  It’s not too late to use … Continue reading →

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Design Bloggers Share Tips To Create Beautiful Holiday Table

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Just in time for the Holiday festivities, this week  I’m collaborating with 6 fabulous design bloggers to bring you designers’ insight that will help you create beautiful table settings.   Follow this 7 days series on Instagram #iCanHelpYouStyle.  Joining are: @homeandfabulous, @oscarbravohome  @splendorstyling  @monicabenavidez, … Continue reading →

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About Last Night: Hope Lodge NYC Holiday Bash

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

The American Cancer Society’s 8th Annual Hope Lodge NYC Holiday Bash was a great success.  Thanks to many wonderful people we enjoyed wine, dining and design to raise funds for an incredible cause, Hope Lodge NYC.   The gala at the … Continue reading →

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