Meet Chairish

Chairish calls itself an "online consignment destination that makes it fun & easy for design lovers to buy & sell pre-loved home décor to one another."  In reality, it's this and much more.   Chairish.com launched in 2013 and allows users to purchase pre-owned designer furnishings at the click of a finger. 

 

It's vision started by a husband and wife team that realized they had a handful of high-end items that they wanted to get rid of, but no sensible way to advertise them.  They soon realized that this was a challenge shared by others.  In addition, there was a market out there for buyers who desired to purchase high-end furnishings directly from the seller.  Thus, a handful of highly experienced co-founders was gathered to help this vision become a reality. 



Courtesy of Chairish

The site is easy to navigate, allowing users to shop by category (Seating, Lighting, Tables, etc).  Or topic:  "Curator's Picks", "New Arrivals", or "Markdowns." 

Every week Chairish marks down by 25% (or more) items that have been in their store for over 30 days.  Since all Chairish items start out at a great price, the markdowns are unbelievable. 

Buyers can also opt to "Buy Me Now" or "Make an Offer" for the item.  Shipping costs to your location are easily calculated.  Their motto:  Buy.  Sell.  Adore. 


Dorothy Draper Style Orange Twin Headboards sold by Parker Kennedy


I can't even describe the guilty pleasure I feel when I peruse the amazing offerings from Chairish.  Each selection is even more brilliant than the previous.  I can get lost for hours...

Courtesy of Chairish

It's like sitting down with your favorite design magazine and looking at one inspiring image after another.  Total eye candy.  Only, in this case, it's all available for purchase and can be yours at the touch of a finger.  And the products are affordable.  Attainable.  And just utterly amazing. 

This is like craigslist, ebay, and etsy all merged into one.  Here are some of my top picks:

  

Vintage Powder Blue Fiberglass Patio Set, sold by Parker Kennedy

 Dorothy Draper Style Chest of Drawers in Pink, sold by Vanessa D. 

Vintage Faux Bamboo Demilune Cabinet on Chairish here. 



Vintage Faux Bamboo Daybed by Parker Kennedy

Vintage Gold Bamboo Side Table sold by Tracy S

Rehabbed Bamboo & Cane Chairs sold by Dalip K

Vintage Baker Furniture Bamboo Chippendale Chairs, Sold by D.C.

 Recently, Gwyneth Paltrow's goop.com asked the founder of Chairish, Anna Brockway, to open up her "black book" of experts in the vintage furniture resurrection area.  Excitingly, Anna listed my fave boys at Parker Kennedy as the experts in Atlanta for laquerwork.  (More on Parker Kennedy soon). 

Parker Kennedy also featured in Southern Living Mag, March 2014

Chairish has also been featured in publications such as  InStyle, Domaine, Elle Décor, House Beautiful, The Oprah Magazine, and glo to name a few. (Read more about their press here). 

Chairish  has also launched a super user-friendly iphone app (see here). 

You must keep your eye on Chairish.  Soon, more of my Vivid Hue Homies will begin using this site to sell their products (think Blaze and Bloom) and you'll be able to buy even more premier items right from your sofa! 

Buy. Sell. Adore.

Have you had any experience with Chairish?  Have you been to their site and what do you think about their offerings? 

Please note:  I was not reimbursed by Chairish in any way for this review.  All reviews expressed are my own.  As I always say, I love when I find a company that makes me happy and pleased and love to share it with others. 

Novogratz partners with Macy's! Bold and Cheerful style

You may have heard of The Novogratz family.  Bob and Cortney have seven children, an impeccable design aesthetic and a handful of hit television shows (Home by Novogratz on HGTV and 9 by Design on Bravo). 

  

Courtesy of The Official Novogratz Website

 They have various partnerships with big named design brands, including CB2, Soundfreaq and Stark Paint.  I admire their style for its unique quality and daring use of color (ya'll know that's right up my alley). 

And now, they have partnered with Macy's to introduce brilliantly colored dinnerware with 'The Novogratz Collection.'  I instantly fell in love with this colorful collection the second I saw it.  Can you imagine the possibilities to zhush up your table?  I am jumping with excitement! 

Courtesy Macy's

The collection is fun and bold.  It's made of melamine so it's durable in a house filled with kids.  It's currently for sale on Macy's website here.   Starting in early January 2014, it will be available for sale in stores. 

Here is more of the collection:

 

 



Courtesy of The Novogratz

Courtesy of The Novogratz

Courtesy of The Novogratz

Each piece is affordably priced between $9-29.00.  What a great way to ring in the new year with cheer! 

It's clear the the Novogratz family doesn't take themselves too seriously.  They're not afraid to use color and make bold statements in their designs.  This transcends in their interiors as well. 

Courtesy of The Novogratz

 

Courtesy of The Novogratz

Courtesy of The Novogratz

I love the risks they're willing to take in their designs. 
I think you'll love this Novogratz dinnerware collection, too. 

Be sure to checkout online NOW and in stores in the beginning of January, 2014. 

Holly Holden's 'The Pretty and Proper Living Room'

Holly Holden lives in one of the most prestigious historical mansions along Farmington, Connecticut's Main Street.  I have admired this home daily for several years as I cart my children to the town's elementary school.  Farmington is a quintessential New England town filled with tree line streets, friendly faces and many talented folks (read New England, Dawn Lombardi Style here). 

Holly's house, built circa 1803, is called Fox Hall.  It has sprawling gardens and immaculately manicured bushes.  It's set on a plantation of land that is impressive and breath-taking. 

Courtesy Holly Holden

 But this post isn't intended to be about Holly's fantastic homestead (though an entire post could be dedicated to it). 

I wanted to introduce you to interior designer Holly Holden herself and her recently published book, The Pretty and Proper Living Room.   

Holly's book started as a list of helpful hints she began jotting down for her daughter, Alexandra.  Holly had been designing stately houses for decades at this point so she was well-equipped to offer a suggestion or two.  What transpired was "The Pretty and Proper Living Room", a beautiful memoir of photos and tips on how to create the perfect "big girl" house.  It can be used as a reference guide to formal decorating and is an enjoyable and easy read. 

Holly's style is tailored and timeless.  Her work tends to convey a traditional old school elegance, one with flair and stature.   She has served as the head designer for three historic Farmington renovations: The Porter Memorial, The Barney Library and The Farmington Country Club.

Here are some of Holly's interiors:



Courtesy of Holly Holden

Courtesy of HGTV Blog Holly's Living Room at Foxhall



Courtesy of Holly Holden

Courtesy of HGTV Blog

Courtesy of Scully & Scully Holly at a book signing



Courtesy of HGTV Blog  Holly's Living Room at Fox Hall

Courtesy of Holly Holden

Courtesy The Pretty and Proper Living Room Facebook Page



Courtesy The Pretty and Proper Living Room Facebook Page

Courtesy of Scully & Scully

Of course, I must admit that I fell in love with Holly's personal affinity towards pink!  I'm a color person myself and she is always dressed to the nines in vibrant color!  So fitting that her book color is pink as well. 

If you're interested in purchasing or reviewing more about Holly's book, please visit her website here. 

Note: Vivid Hue Home was not paid for this review and is not endorsed for any sales of this product.  I just love the fact that Holly's a local in my home town of Farmington, Connecticut and is so talented! 

New England, Dawn Lombardi Style

Welcome to Farmington, Connecticut.  This is my home.  A quintessential New England town with tree lined streets.  The historic main street is bordered with white picket fences and colonial white houses.  It's home to Miss Porter's School and the Stanley Whitman House. 

It's also home to reknowned American Impressionist artist, Dawn Nolan Lombardi.   Dawn is originally from Northampton, MA and now resides in Farmington with her family.  Her work is featured in both private and public galleries around the country and, impressively, adorns the White House and Smithsonian Museum walls. 

Imagine my delight when I was able to score two original works by Dawn at our recent elementary school fundraising event.  I am beyond thrilled.   This oil painting represents the New England quaintness of Farmington's Main Street. 

The details are exquisite (hard to convey here). 

I love the pop of color that the second painting brings to my sunroom. 

The colors are vibrant and brilliant. 

For Connecticut locals, I hear that Dawn's work will be displayed in the Farmington Starbucks in the very near future.  Keep your eyes out, it's worth the iced latte to view these babies close up and in person. 

Another example of Dawn's work:

I encourage you to read more about Dawn here.  Dawn is also available for commissioned paintings.

PS--Did you hear that butterflies are coming our way?  Check out some of Vivid Hue's other posts here: 

Butterfly Mania

Jamie Drake-Design Soulmate

Ever spot a designer's work and feel that you were instant design soulmates?  As if everything you'd longed to be and lusted after...you'd found suddenly right in that one designer. 

Jamie Drake is mine. He playfully uses color as his design canvas. He's not afraid to mix color palettes and prints. In fact, he is often called the King of Color.  And I am smitten. 

Jamie Drake Kips Bay Showhouse, NYC (Thank you Nick Johnson)

I initially discovered him in Decor for his design at the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Showhouse (2007). My eye caught this vibrant plush cranberry pink checked bedframe and it was love at first sight. 

But Drake has been around the block in the design world.  He's a prominent NYC based designer.  He studied at Parson's School of Design.  He's designed homes for Madonna and NYC Mayor Bloomberg.  His use of color is equisite.  His attention to detail is paramount.  His rooms translate personality.  Love the vibrant colors. 


Right up my alley! 


Indulge!

xoxo  Vivid Hue Home