Pondicherry for the Master

I have made an exciting new purchase for the master bedroom. 



Serena and Lily Pondicherry Bed




This is the Serena and Lily Pondicherry Bed with Nailheads. 

I'm obsessed with the super high headboard (75" tall).  When I set out to decorate the master bedroom, I had not intended on getting rid of our Merlot colored headboard.  Now that the furniture has been in there for a few months, I've had time to contemplate a few tweaks and adjustments I'd like to make to the room. 

I spotted an uber tall headboard similar to this one from abcddesign and a light bulb went off in my head...I have never loved those silhouettes I made of my family in the location above the bed.  I would love them on a side wall but just not as a main focal point in the master bedroom.  This Pondicherry headboard will solve that!  There will be no room for anything else on that wall!

And, remember my little trip to Lillian earlier this week?  While I was there, Lynne helped me search the bedding samples and suggested I try this John Robshaw stripe for the bed. 


John Robshaw

 Envision it with a coverlet or throw on the bottom and lots of colorful pillows.. .I think it may actually be a hit. 


I played around on Olioboard with some ideas. This isn't perfect but will give you an idea of how it may look:

Wow, what a hot mess.  Let me explain this hodge podge...
The x benches are already in the room. The Serena and Lily Charing Cross rug is already there. The pink polka dot print is meant to resemble a colorful throw. I found the patchwork patterned throw on Layla Grayce. I don't know if the colors match but it could add a bit of texture to the bed. (Obviously I would only select one throw, not polka dotted pink and patchwork teal).  The pillows are just place holders to symbolize "color."


Lot's of progress made during my little trip to see Lynne. I'll be excited to share more with you soon!

Lillian August Field Trip

I started my week with a fun day trip to Lillian August in Norwalk (more here)  to throw around some design ideas for my guest bedroom.  I've been working with Lynne Methot and she's such a great designer who always listens to my outlandish ideas about molding colors and textures and patterns and hues.  She's got a brilliantly subtle way of encouraging me to push the limits while also trying to maintain some traditional style that will have some longevity. 

As you recall, before I set out on this trip, I was all gung-ho about using Meg Braff's Up in a Tree Bamboo wallpaper in that guest bedroom.  I wanted to go for a certain shock factor...something that may make my guests think, "holy crap...you didn't wallpaper your entire room in green trees and paint your ceiling orange sherbet strips and think I would actually fall asleep in here?" 

OK, so sometimes I get carried away by the super stylistic rooms featured on pinterest (see my pinterest here).  Within the first minutes of our meeting, Lynn casually suggested..."How would that Meg Braff look in your sunroom?"

UPDATE:  (PSSSSSST--we interupt this post to announce that Pink Pagoda has just announced on her blog that Meg Braff will be on OKL tonight! )

I  contemplated for a moment.  Hmmm.  I hadn't thought of that.  Why hadn't *I* thought of that?  I love the idea of the teal blue and the pea green...it's a combination already played out in there in the rug and the sitting chairs and the sofa. 


Obviously, that's why I am not am official designer. I'm just ballsy enough at times to "act" like I know what I'm doing.  Only I lack the true skill to take that extra step and figure out how to best apply it.  That's where Lynne comes in.  What a great idea.  And I know you are secretly breathing a sigh of relief that you don't have to work around such a bold paper!  (hey, there's always the next room. Kidding)


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Nina Campbell Orchard Blossom

Introducing the new direction for the guest room.  Oh...don't loose faith in me now.  I promise this is not going to be a snooze-fest!  Remember that velvet ottoman with the fuchsia, orange, violet colors?  That's still in this room.  We plan to create a vintage meets modern feel in the room.  And I must admit, this wallpaper has much more of a bedroom feel to it.  More tomorrow on my visit with Lynne! 

Coffee on a Colored Table

Ikea VEMB Stripe $399 and Company C Giverny Floral

The best form of flattery is when friends or family ask me for my advice on something design related.  Recently, I've had multiple people ask if I have any good recommendations for colorful coffee, end, and nightstand tables.  I found multiple colorful possibilities for all different budget ranges. 

The coolest find is the Red Fretwork Coffee and End Table on Horchow.com.  Both are under $500 and can be used indoor or outdoor.  They offer a red lacquer finish that will surely brighten any room! 

Via Horchow.com

Bungalow 5 has a Brigitte 5 End Table/ Night Stand, available at Layla Grayce $767.

The Bungalow 5 Jacqui Coffee Table $715, also on Layla Grayce.  Matching end tables. 

The West Elm Turned-Leg Nightstand $249 in a wonderful melon red

Pair a colorful rug and other accessories and it will transform an entire room.  A few good choices:



Ikea Stockholm Rand $199

The Ikea Stockholm Rand rug offers the perfect contrast to a bright lime green, red or orange coffee table. 

Ikea Stockholm Figur $499



Love the vibrant colors in this figur rug!  Orange and red are a perfect and unexpected combo.  And then the Company C Giverny Rug is wonderful with florals and brights!

Company C Giverny Rug at Layla Grayce, starts at $90

It's so fun to decorate on other people's dimes, ha.  I enjoy sharing ideas I've found in my countless hours of researching and brainstorming.

Power of Pink

There's something wildly feminine about the color pink.
It's understated yet screams power...

Liliac Lamps from The Foundry | Pink Peonies |  Dash & Albert Yacht Striped Rug at Layla Grayce | Letter Pillow at Serena and Lily | Savannah Note Cards at Layla Grayce | Rickshaw Design Taj Pink Duvet at Layla Grayce | Pinecone Hill Toadstool Pillow at Layla Grayce | Beach Print by Thom Filicia at Serena and Lily | Juice Paint Color by Serena and Lily |

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Overboard with Olioboard

Today, I discovered Olioboard. My dream come true. 

Olioboard is to home decor what Polyvore is to fashion design.

Polyvore is superb if your intent is to search thousands of clothes styles and design a perfectly accessorized outfit.  But what about a perfectly accessorized home?

Admittedly, I get overly gitty about home design but imagine my zeal when I discovered literally thousands of interior design elements already loaded and selected from the very designers I covet?

Dwell, Zinc Door, Layla Grayce, 2 Modern, The Well Appointed House, cb2, inhabit, Ralph Lauren, West Elm, Urban Outfitters, Land of Nod, Lot 26 Studio...

 

Are you kidding me?

All of my lovers under one roof...er, that's a little awkward!

Browse by Brand.  Or browse by color:

Browse by category:

For example, search all designers for lighting...

And select a room design as a backdrop to your canvas:

No need to be a professional interior designer to have fun and experiment with different looks.  Everything is right at your fingertips. 

(mood board pulled from lovelyundergrad.com, thank you!)

This is the best discovery for design enthusiasts like myself. 

Have fun with your mood boards and feel free to

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Green with Envy

In my twenties, I'd celebrate St. Patty's day with cheap green beer and Celtic dancing.

Now, in my thirties*, I celebrate by searching for green home decor. 

(*hey, I don't turn forty til August).   

Here are some fun ideas to make you green with envy...

1. Layla Grayce Tufted Bench

2. Mirasol by Matouk (starting at $99)

3. Rwandan Ruma Emerald Bracelets at Serena and Lily $145

4. Dwell Studio Home Green Zebra Pillow $72

5. Bungalow 5 Claire Spring Green Mirror at Layla Grayce $541

6. Green Chevron Vanity Tray at Furbish $40

7. C Wonder Monogram 'J' Plate $38

8. See comments below

9. Chevron Green Frame at Furbish $28

See #8: What a fun way to celebrate a back stair case.  Pick your favorite hue and paint each

spool a varying shade darker

than the next.  I love this fun idea. 

It gives personality to a staircase. 

Valentine's Day Hues for the Home

1 Pedestal Tray ($78-145) Serena and Lily 

2. Ikat Pillow ($110) Layla Grayce

3. Parker Pendant ($431) Currey and Company

4. Shelly Table Lamp ($590) ZincDoor.com

5. Draper Stripe Poppy Sheets ($260) Dwell Studio Home

6. Pagoda Table Lamp ($266) ZincDoor.com

7. Gradiated Stripe Pouf ($219) West Elm

8. Taboret Stool Side Table Bungalow5.com

9. Jade Temple Earrings ($18) themoonandthesea

10. Balance Fuschia Print Pillow ($158) Layla Grayce

I heart these fun hues for the home.  And because I think you're home will only look as good as you feel...here are a few fun finds for yourself too! 

Peacock Earrings $25
Befeathered etsy.com

Who doesn't love peacocks?  Pair them with something red in your outfit for great contrast!

 Let's Stick Together $18
Somethingshidinghere etsy.com

How great is this?  It's chalk that looks like sticks...but even more fun, look at the adorable packaging it comes in.  At $18, this is a good friend gift.



Amy Butler Kindle Sleeve Case $18
Bridaldesigns etsy.com 

 

Chunky Cowl Rainbow Scarf $56
Larkin and Larkin etsy.com

This winter has been so mild but how fun is this colorful scarf!?  It would be a conversation piece for sure...and  you could even pair it with a t-shirt or light jacket.  Fun stuff!  Retro 70's colors.