15 Decorating Diva Must-Haves: The Holiday Guide 2008
FOR THE BEDROOM
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| Annie Selke’s Pine Cone Hill Ruched Linen Platinum/White Bedding is a must have for the well-dressed bed. This beautiful bedding has equal parts feminine elegance and modern simplicity; perfectly at home in modern and transitional style homes. Buy at laylagrayce.com. | Carriage House Furniture upholstered bed “Jeanne”. Modern glamour for the modern gal. |
FOR THE BATHROOM
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| Best Relaxed Living Textile Industry Award winner: Buonaparte Egyptian Cotton Waffle Luxury Spa Towels, Towel Sets and Bath blanket. Buy at Luxor Linens. | Aqua Corda bathroom counter accessories by fine bath furnishings manufacturer, LaBrazel. Fine glass wrapped with glass “rope” for a beautiful detailed finish. Retail locations. |
FOR THE KITCHEN
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| Cuisinart Grind & Brew Coffeemaker, with Thermal Carafe. Buy at William-Sonoma. | Wolf integrated modular cooktops. The ultimate kitchen dream for the decorating diva that loves whipping up culinary delights. Learn more (and get store locations) about this amazing kitchen appliance at Wolf appliances. |
FOR THE PAMPERED PET
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| Denhaus pet house/side table – dual functionality furniture you and your pet will love. Save $50 at checkout with code “DIVA“. | Magniflex gold fiber mattress for pets. Photo courtesy Guglielmo de’ Micheli for The New York Times. |
FOR THE LIBRARY
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| Tema Home‘s Panaroma by designer Inês Martinho. This wall unit system is perfect for the decorating diva that loves modern styling.
Fill your new library with two new decorating and lifestyle books. Our picks: |
FOR THE TABLETOP & ENTERTAINING
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| Versace‘s fine china Medusa collection in blue. Available at Michael C. Fina. | George Jensen Blossom bud design cutlery and flatware. Available at Michael C. Fina. |
FOR A FRAGRANT HOME
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| A decadent indulgence: Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir Luxury Candle – “combines the sweet fruity notes of raspberry, plum, pink pepper and pomegranate with patchouli, frankincense and spicy woods to create a scent that’s sensual, totally sophisticated and utterly compelling.” Jo Malone store finder. | Figuier Vert is one of the top four popular fragrances from Diptyque. Buy at Adam Norris. |
Happy Thanksgiving 2008 from The Decorating Diva.com
Photo Courtesy Thanksgiving Corner.
Read More »Ty Pennington Home Storage Solutions Now Available at Select Dealers
Howard Miller announced their relationship with Ty Pennington, star of the highly-rated Extreme Makeover Home Edition, last spring, and now the much anticipated home storage collection is available. Below are a few items from Ty’s home storage collection. (Each piece is customizable and available in various colors).
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Zoe Design Cabinet |
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Molly Design Cabinet |
Owen Design Cabinet |
Howard Miller for Ty Pennington home decor product dealers.
Read More »L'Objet Tabletop Jewels – Holiday Savings at Gilt.com
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Holiday savings on fine tabletop decor and linens by L’Objet begins at 12PM EST November 25th 2008 and ends 11:59 AM EST November 26th 2008. Get your Gilt.com shopping invitation.
Read More »L’Objet Tabletop Jewels – Holiday Savings at Gilt.com
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Holiday savings on fine tabletop decor and linens by L’Objet begins at 12PM EST November 25th 2008 and ends 11:59 AM EST November 26th 2008. Get your Gilt.com shopping invitation.
Read More »Color Trend 2009 Rich Browns
With lovely and at times delicious names like Mocha, Espresso, and Chocolate, browns are a welcome member of the home fashion color palettes for 2009. For those decorating fashionistas out there you’ll also notice an increase in the appearance of breath-taking gorgeous chocolate-colored diamonds and chocolate-colored pearls – expect the excitement to grow for 2009.
- LuLu DK Matouk Chocolate Bedding (LuLu for Matouk)
- Julien MacDonald Spring 2009
- Theresa slipper chair ( Susan Fanfa Design-to trade and dealer locations)
- Espresso linen with ivory Moroccan cord with embroidery border pillow (Beautiful Pillows and Home )
- Aegean Gold Dinnerware – Chocolate Sculpture (L’objet )
- Two DoorCredenza ( Brighton Pavilion -retailer locations)
Image Attributions: All Images are copyrighted from their respective companies. Fashion images from NYMAG.com
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Read More »Safari Lodge Inspired Bedroom Design
Safari glamour is hot for 2009 and the design sketchbook above shows you how to get the look at home.
- Grace Feyock Ceremonial Dance Artwork, Set/2 (Uttermost – dealer locations)
- Chair and Ottoman from Swaim (Chianelli)
- Mother of Pearl Screen (Tucker Robbins – custom designs)
- Carolyn Kinder swing arm wall sconce (Uttermost – dealer locations)
- Jane Bed (Lewis James Fine Furnishings – to the trade)
- Serengeti Camel Rug (Momeni)
Image Attributions: All Images are copyrighted from their respective companies.
Read More »Modern Classics in Bedroom Design
Bedroom design is given a fresh perspective when combining re-interpreted classic and period furniture with modern classics like the Morris Lapidus “Collins Chair”. One of the top five 2008 and 2009 colors, Purple, is given center stage in this design sketchbook. The purples in the various furniture pieces and decorative accessories like the Calvin Klein rug and the multi-hued accent pillow give the bedroom design a look of cohesiveness – tying it all together for a polished finish.
- Abstract Variations IX Fine Art Print (Art.com)
- Paris Flea Collection Antique White Chandelier with Crystal Multi Color Rosettes by (Crystorama Lighting Group)
- Wrought Iron Scroll 3-Panel Screen (Eurofase)
- Collins Chair by (Dennis Miller Associates – to the trade)
- French Iron Bed from Brighton Pavilion
- Running Stripes Rug (Calvin Klein Rugs )
- Kaleidoscope Accent Pillow (Bellacor)
- La Muse de Versaille Vanity (The Elysee Collection – dealer locations )
Image Attributions: All Images are copyrighted from their respective companies.
RELATED: Color Trend 2009 – Purples
Read More »Holiday Decorating Ornaments for Pet Parents
- 2008 Humane Society of United States Cat & Dog Holiday Ornament (Humane Society)
- December Diamonds Sweet Tea The Chihuahua Ornament (Diamonds of The Sea)
- Cat With Antlers Ornament (Christmas Loft)
Dress Your Holiday Table in Kim Seybert Fashion – Special Shopping offer from Gilt.com
Create a stunning and glamorous tablescape by starting with a strong fashionable foundation laid by Kim Seybert’s tabletop decor. For a limited time (Thursday November 13, 2008 thru Friday 14, 2008) the by- invitation-only online shop Gilt.com is offering spectacular savings on Kim Seybert housewares. Scroll below to get your private invitation to shop and save on Kim Seybert tabletop finery (some samples from the sale below – lots more online!).
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| Kim Seybert Beaded Paisley Runner – Handcrafted runner with wooden and glass beads used to create a paisley motif. Runner measures 47 inches x 20 inches. Material: 80% glass beads and 20% metal. Trim is silk thread and plastic beads. 100% cotton backing. Origin: Imported. Reg Price: $440 – SPECIAL GILT PRICE $210. |
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| Kim Seybert Zig Zag Placemat – Set of four round placemats covered fully with glass and wooden beads and has a zig zag designed border. Each placemat has a 15 inch diameter. Color: Organic / green. Material: 100% glass beads. Trim used wood and silk thread. 100% cotton backing. Origin: Imported. Reg Price: $340 – SPECIAL GILT PRICE $170. |
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| Kim Seybert Pessementry Border Napkin (set of four) linen napkins with a pessementry border. Each napkin measures 21 inches x 21 inches. Machine washable. Material: 100% Linen. Reg Price: $115 – SPECIAL GILT PRICE $65. |
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