The New Rules for Navy

If you’ve picked up a fashion magazine or been to the mall lately, you’ve seen that navy has taken over the retail sector, both in fashion and in home furnishings.  I love navy and I’m excited to see it’s resurgence this spring/summer.  However, one “navy” doesn’t necessarily fit all.  Here are my ideas for incorporating a dark blue hue into your home so that it really “speaks” to you!

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Happy Decorating!

“the one” – outdoor pillows summer 2012

Hi all!  It’s been a while since I shared a design crush with you!  I am in love with these outdoor pillows and can’t pick out which is my favorite!  Outdoor pillows used to be so boring and now there are all these options full of style and personality.  I love mixing & matching all the patterns & colors!

What do you think?  Which one is right for your patio?

Crate & Barrel – Marimekko Pillow
West Elm – Echo Pillow
Crate & Barrel – Topiary Pillow 
Pottery Barn – Ikat Pillows
West Elm – Sunset Pillow
Pottery Barn – Ikat Multicolor Pillows
Ballard Designs – Outdoor Pillows (multiple fabric options)
Pottery Barn – Palace Pillow

Enjoy the outdoors & Happy Designing!

Happy Spring!

Spring is probably my favorite time of year. Daffodils, my favorite flower, bloom before any of the other perennials and always signals the start of the season to me!oasis

So, I have been working on patio options for clients and for myself. (I’m always searching for things I will buy when I eventually have a house and a millionaire husband!)

Here are some great new things I think you should check out!

I’m very excited about this new outdoor furniture line, Polywood! It is made from recycled milk cartons and seems almost indestructible! Check it out at: www.polywoodinc.com.

Everyone is gearing up for cocktails on the patio! This is the best time of year to find super cute plates, plastic stemware, etc for a picnic. I personally love using outdoor drinkware for every day indoors because it is so durable! Check out the super cute outdoor accessories at Pottery Barn! There are lots of things to explore in the store as well! www.potterybarn.com

Also, if you have kids and you want to prevent cute sofa pillows from getting ruined, outdoor pillows are a fun alternative! Since they are naturally good at repelling water it solves the spilled milk problem! Check out the outdoor pillows at West Elm! They look too nice to be left outside! www.westelm.com

Dust off the umbrellas, tackle the weeds and get ready to relax outside!