What is your favorite area in your home and why? 

Hey! Laura here, sharing my favorite space with you! I decorated it for my sister and we both couldn't have been happier with the result! We had a really modest budget so I had to make sure we made each penny count! Luckily my sister totally trusted me to come up with anything, and knowing her she loves anything be achy and feminine, so I was inspired to create a space that reflected just that.

Our jump of point was the vintage faux bamboo bar cart, I found it at a thrift shop and new it had to be in her life! The space is about 500sq Ft, what it lacks in size it makes up in amazing natural lighting. We really wanted to play up the the whole beach vibe(without being to literal). I chose light shades of blues, and jades, some pale pink and lots of brass and gold. The sofa is from IKEA, the lamp and coffee table are thrifted. 

The desk lamp is from Indigo, and the turquoise lamp on the side table is from HomeSense (Home Goods). Since we were working on a small budget and Ikea was a big part of that, I really didn't want it to look like every other apartment decorated with the same pieces. We thrift often, and go to vintage markets a lot to find unique pieces. 

This place is super cozy, and everyone always remarks of how bright and feminine it feels! I think we achieved out goal for sure, and all for under $1500.

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When it comes to seeking out inspiration -one thing I always look forward to is online magazines. The latest issues of Lonny Magazine & Adore Home Mag are some of my favorite issues! You can get a sneak peek of both below! 

Displaying homes from New York city to Australia - both are equally engaging & completely inspiring! I swear, I feel like re-decorating after I finish looking through these issues! But, we merely moved into this place and that just ISN'T happening! 

On a side note, I wish these online mags would devote an issue to more AFFORDABLE SPACES - so that the pages don't just serve as inspiration but would be attainable to most people. Make sense???

Do these online magazines inspire you? Do you feel they should feature more affordable spaces sometimes?

-images via :
lonny mag
adore home mag




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Hi lovely MBG readers! Amanda here today, with a look into two of this year's home decor trends - brass and beige. As we know that emerald green has made its statement in home decor, the beige trend predicted by Elle Decor was a surprise as beige can be bland and boring. But it is in for the Spring and far from boring when paired with bolder hues (perfect with emerald!) and mixed with textures.

The resurgence of brass metal on the other hand is the hot finish for lighting fixtures, furniture and hardware. But it's not the brass we hated. Whether it's polished, antiqued, or hammered, brass is back more refined and with a different kind of finish.

Vogue Living

Elle Decor

Windsor Smith 

1. Dipped Vase
2. Charles Brass Mirror Tray
3. Gold Leaf Agate Bookends
4. Mineral Pillow
5. Horn Vases
6. Brass Rivet Table Lamp
7. Harry 3-seater sofa
8. Antique Brass Chair
9. Table


-post by amanda dietz

 
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Hello everyone! A few months ago Nate Berkus launched his new book, The Things That Matter.  I was lucky enough to receive a copy from Nate himself (signed & all) - woo hoo! So, I decided to get another copy along with the snakeskin box for one lucky winner!  

Unfortunately the 2nd copy wasn't signed - but no worries, it' just as AWESOME, trust me +you get the super cool snakeskin box. You can add pencils or jewelry, it's up to you! 

THE PRIZE:
Nate Berkus's book, "The Things That Matter" + snakeskin box! 

HOW TO ENTER:
It's easy, leave a comment here with your email then TWEET about this giveaway + link to this giveaway on twitter.  

DON'T HAVE TWITTER?:
It's okay, you can still enter by leaving your email- so we can contact you.

GIVEAWAY ENDS ON:
Thursday, December 13th. Make sure to come back & check to see if you won! Good luck!

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED
 
-images by jen ramos




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Hi everyone! It's Amanda. I was so inspired by Jen's NYC closet awhile back I thought I'd style a room with a soft glamour feel. I'm sure I speak for most when I say, I wish I had a huge walk-in closet! 

Lucky for those that do! But if you have that extra space.. what better way to add all your favorite pinks, blush and peach tones in a single dream room! (especially when you don't live alone) It's like the perfect girl cave - only extra chic.

via Traditional Home

via Lonny Mag

1 New York Print | 2 Ethel Armchair | 3 Peaks and Valleys Wallpaper - Midnight | 4 Feather Headdress Wall Decor | 5 Non Je Regrette Rien Print | 6 Side Table | 7 Ramio-Velvet Pillow | 8 Reactive Glass Lamp | 9 Muse Bowl | 10 NARS Acapulco Candle | 11 Black Lacquer Commode | 12 Fendi Baguette Book | 13 Moss Cobble Balls

-post by amanda dietz

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Earlier this year I met Naomi from Design Manifest blog. I've been a fan of her work ever since I discovered it online a few years ago! She has a fantastic design aesthetic & one of my favorites! Today she sent a sneak peek into her latest work - where she reveals the gorgeous spaces she designed for clients.

I should be so LUCKY to get a little DESIGN advice from her on my next place! Right???

Here are samples of her most recent work, you can actually see the before & after pictures on her blog! Also, check out her blog tomorrow for the final reveal of the living room!

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Looking for a good book with lots of inspiration?? 

How about Dazzling Design. I got this book in the mail recently from the people over at Abrams - which I am grateful for, thanks so much!!

This book by Designer Amanda Nisbet - is one of my favorites this year! Her work has been featured in many magazines like , Elle Decor, House Beautiful, O Magazine & more! It's full of color & texture, with over 250 pages of photographs of New York City apartments, country houses & Hamptons beach homes! This book is ideal for those of you who live in traditional homes but still want to bring a punch of color to your place!  

I took a few snapshots of my favorite pages - so you could see I'm NOT kidding, this book is on fire!! You can buy a copy here.

-images by jen ramos







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My friend Chassity over at Look Linger love did a series today called 'Styling This Art'. She asked me to style a space using her artwork as well as my own from Cocoa & Hearts. I came up with 2 living room mood boards. Below is the 1st one & other one you can check out on her blog.
 

I'm NOT an interior designer, but I love decorating - this is one of the few mood boards I've done, so ta da! It's a funky & fun space, hope you like them both! 

"Thrive" Abstract - by Chassity

Skull

Zebra Stool

Colors Painting - cocoa & hearts

Lamps

Red spotted Ikat Cushions

Rug

Coffee Table

White Sofa

Antlers

Black & White Pillows

Books

side tables

bench

blk & white abstract art

mirror

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