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Design Crush: Arteriors Mariella Lamp
Lighting has an essential role in any room's design. It plays a huge part in how you experience a space and a successfully designed interior displays a mix of three basic types — ambient, task, and accent. Table lamps are an example of task lighting, important for performing specific behaviors, from reading to homework. They come in every conceivable style and can create a focal point in a room. So for today's Design Crush, I've chosen the sophisticated Arteriors Mariella Lamp, a stylish item that showcases the best of Portuguese artistry to provide form and function. This porcelain piece features crosshatch detailing...
Delight in Design: Summer Wedding
Like so many people, I watched the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle a few weeks ago. What a lovely ceremony and what eye candy for those of us who love fashion! It made the think that for my next Delight in Design, I should create an outfit for a summer wedding. In particular, I was inspired by the ensemble of Amal Clooney that day. She looked stunning in a marigold Stella McCartney midi gown, accessorized with a birdcage veil hat, gold stiletto pumps, black-and-gold clutch, and pear drop earrings. Wow. So for my outfit above, I decided to...
Color Crush: The Hills of Tuscany
I've mentioned before how inspiring I find travel: the sights, sounds, and smells are a delight, especially with the hills of Tuscany. An iconic photo of the region informs my Color Crush color palette for this week. It makes me think of wine tastings, cooking classes, and bike rides under the Italian sun. Doesn't that all sound wonderful? Tuscany is easily one of the most enchanting places on earth, in my opinion. The colors of this palette are earthy, creating a beautiful combination that would work well in most spaces, from living room to board room. In the psychology of...