Style Library: Fabric and Wallpaper

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

Love the look of a gallery wall?  I do, too. When I saw Sanderson’s wallpaper at Style Library, I had to share it. Getting a gallery wall could be as easy as hanging wallpaper. Inspired by nature, it has botanically drawn organic forms of corals shells, birds, and feathers.  Applied in a corridor or small bathroom, paired with a trellis print would make a great pairing.
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Rome fabric by Zoffany also caught my eye.  Scenes from famous classic landmarks in Rome are beautifully printed with cityscape and historic details making it sophisticated, yet approachable.  It’s also a bit masculine and a great alternative to a toile print.

romeRome fabric is printed in taupe/indigo, charcoal,  charcoal/linen, olive, red,  and chalk/linen. Wallpaper is also available.   Check out Style Library for more selections.

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Lilly Pulitzer for Target

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

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Last week Target announced the next must-have design partner at the Four Seasons Restaurant Pool Room in New York.  Think resort chic just in time for Spring, Lilly Pulitzer for Target. Lilly Pulitzer’s wonderful color and pattern mix is chic, Palm Beach style. The new collaboration is sure be a big hit.

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Starring a modern interpretation of the American resort wear brand’s exuberant prints and patterns, the limited-edition collection features 15 exclusive prints, which are original works of art, created by Lilly Pulitzer artists specifically for this modern collaboration.

“The Lilly Pulitzer for Target collection marks a new chapter for our brand, and we’re excited to give Lilly fans everywhere, including those who have loved the brand for years and those who will get to know it for the first time through this collaboration, a chance to experience this incredibly chic lifestyle collection.”– Jane Schoenborn, vice president, creative communications, Lilly Pulitzer.

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Prints are fashioned into napkins, placemats and plates and fun multi-color glass wear.

Available exclusively at all Target stores in the U.S. and Canada and on Target.com beginning April 19, the 250-piece collection includes apparel, accessories and shoes for women and girls, as well as home accents, outdoor entertaining accessories, beach gear, travel essentials and more.

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Essentials for a fun day at the pool or beach.

 

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A selection of scarfs with mini pom poms, tassels and fringe.

 Images: Courtesy of Target.com

Your ticket to sunshine will soon be here, mark your calendar. Thanks for stopping by.ivy

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This Week’s Quote

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

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Fashion: Ten Winter Must Have

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

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We adopted a rescue pet, a sweet  Shih-Tzu mix, Wookie, over the Thanksgiving holiday.  We like to take long morning walks.  Lately, I’m finding it harder to walk her with the cold temperature.  It’s time to get serious and get warmer outerwear.  These are some of my winter must have.  Wookie is a furball.  I think she needs some cute outerwear, too.  Have any shop recommendations for Wookie?

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1.UGG Bailey Aviator Women’s Chestnut Hat 2.Madeleine Thompson Cashmere wrap 3.J.Crew Cashmere infinity scarf   4. Burt’s Bees Lip Balm with Pink Grapefruit 5. Down Puffer Coat 6. Ray-Ban Folding Aviator 7. Over the Knee Sock  8.Origins Ginger Hand Lotion  9. Cashmere Blend Touch Tech Knit Gloves 10. Hunter Original Tall Rain Boot

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On My Radar: Damask

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Ivy de Leon
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I’m happy to be feeling better after battling the flu during Christmas.  Happy to be back and getting excited for the New Year.  As I research fabrics for projects, I came across some Damask textiles.   It’s a go to fabric for traditional style and old world charm interiors.  I think it’s worth taking a closer look at the many choices in Damask for fabrics and wallpapers.  Damask is classic and rich looking and comes in silks, soft velvets, linen and cotton.   Large scale or small scale, as a focal point or accent, Damask is on my radar.

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Walls wrapped in silk Damask add luxury and warmth: World of Interiors: KK Auchincloss’ Paris apartment, November 2012

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Serena and Lilly updates the look in fresh colors. Perfect for a teen room.

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Designer Palmer Weiss adds trim to Damask window treatments for contrast and modern touch.

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Alessandra Branca adds worldly elegance and sophistication with her fabric collection for Schumacher.

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Have you explored Thibaut wallpaper and textiles?  They have the most comfortable furniture, too.  I sampled a great selection of their furniture in their showroom at High Point.

Simply put, Damask is timeless. Would you consider it for upholstery and wall treatments?  Thanks for stopping by.

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Happy New Year!

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Ivy de Leon

Happy New Year! Wishing you success in 2015!

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This Week’s Quote

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Ivy de Leon

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Merry Christmas 2014

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Ivy de Leon

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Happy Holidays!  Today, I’m sending well wishes from bed with a terrible cold.  The family is all here working together to make it a great holiday for everyone.    May you find the spirit of Christmas among family and friends and joy fill your heart.  Thanks for reading the blog and your support.   From our family to yours, we wish you a Merry Christmas!

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Christmas 2014 Window Displays

Posted on December 19, 2014 by Ivy de Leon

NYC in December is beautiful!  Earlier this week I drove into the city to see the holiday window displays.  Oh,  what fun we had.  I felt like a kid in the Big Apple taking it all in, the Rockefeller Christmas tree, Bergdorf Goodman, Harry Winston, FAO Schwartz.   I love New York at Christmas!

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“Early this year, the creative departments at Bergdorf Goodman selected a one-word holiday theme for 2014: Inspired. We found this particular word itself to be inspiring. It was all we needed to launch a set of windows celebrating the arts—after all, isn’t art the product of inspiration?

 

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 We decided to base each window on a major art form, drawing equally from the fine arts, performing arts and applied arts. For our main windows, we settled on literature, architecture, theater, painting, music, dance, sculpture and film.

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…..eight-lesson course in art appreciation.”  David Hoey

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 Diamonds are a girl’s best friends.  Harry Winston

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Hope you get to visit NYC in December.  For more on Bergdorf Goodman’s windows read here.   All pictures are my own. Have a great weekend.

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Old Spirits and Traditions

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Ivy de Leon

This time of year is about  family and traditions.  We will be hosting get-togethers for family and friends this holiday season. Growing up my mom made a holiday sangria for all to enjoy.   Keeping with tradition, I will be sharing my signature sangria recipe served in a vintage punch bowl.    The table will be set in festive red and white to set the mood for a memorable meal.

punch bowl Celebrate the season with this holiday’s favorite color, red. Get the look with these vintage pieces from Chairish and luxurious table linens by Kim Seybert.

For the centerpiece, a large bouquet of red carnations (my mom’s favorite flower)  are mixed with red roses to add texture.

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Grocery store flowers are affordable and just as beautiful.

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Baccarat Crystal Onde Wine Glasses from Chairish for good cheer.  Start a collection that will be treasured and enjoyed by future generations.

Kim Seybert’s collection “celebrates the finer things and appreciates the joys of togetherness.”

  Sangria

Make this sangria up to 2 days ahead.  Combine all of the ingredients in a large pitcher. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours. Serve in tall glasses over ice.

  1. 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
  2. 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  3. 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  4. 1/3 cup dry white wine
  5. 1/4 cup gin
  6. 1/4 cup light rum
  7. 1/4 cup Cointreau or Triple Sec
  8. 1/4 cup brandy
  9. 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
  10. 2 cups assorted fruit sliced in bite size pieces: apples, oranges and grapes

Do you have a tradition you want to share? Send me a link.

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