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A world of design inspiration awaits at the 9th annual Architectural Digest Home Design Show. Explore the latest ideas and products for the home—from furniture and lighting to kitchens and baths. Whether starting from scratch or searching
for that single object to finish a room, the Show promises to introduce you to something you [...]
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We are so thrilled to announce that Rebecca Soskin of Rebecca Soskin Interior Design has joined the Material Girls family as our new New York blogger!
Rebecca is an interior designer in NYC who has so much great design experience and is as sweet as can be. She previously worked for decorator Markham Roberts and Laura Ashley, [...]
I’ve totally had laundry rooms on the mind ever since we announced the launch of the Wisk Laundry Detergent “Pimp my Laundry Room” makeover contest last Monday. If you missed the announcement, Material Girls is teaming up with Wisk and Whirlpool to give one lucky winner a laundry room makeover.
The laundry room is often the [...]
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Alright, Punxsutawney Phil, where’s spring? As the calendar page is quickly turned to March, spring’s “light at the end of the tunnel” is no where in sight. As I’m sitting here in this literal hazy shade of winter (the constant gray cloud coverage…remind me why I live here again?), my mind is drifting off to the [...]
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It’s that time of year again – this weekend we set the clocks one hour ahead meaning longer daylight hours. I much prefer this time of the year as I am so not an early morning riser and having a longer day feels more productive for me.
So in case you don’t already have a [...]
There are two great sale events going on over the next few days for those of you who are in the San Francisco or Los Angeles areas:
The Stark Sale starts tomorrow and will be featuring discounts of up to 75% off of area rugs, fabrics, and wallcoverings. (Also coming to NYC the week after.)
For those [...]
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It’s always disappointing to browse through a decorating magazine, fall in love with a room or a specific look and then realize that everything you love isn’t in your budget. The idea here is to find the look and find it for less. If you spend enough time browsing the internet and looking for a bargain, you’re bound to [...]
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I immediately fell for this chic ensemble when I spotted it on Franki’s blog. I could really relate to it because as much as I love black, I do need that pop of color! My favorite part are the Chuck Taylors…so chic with tights and a mini, yet so practical for walking all over a [...]
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If it isn’t already abundantly apparent, I have a mild (maybe a little more than mild…) obsession with orange. One of the most prominent features in my house is an oversized orange vintage leather wingback chair that sits next to a vintage Audrey Hepburn print, in which she proudly sports orange garb. It is one [...]
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The ubiquitous farm table can be found in contemporary and traditional interiors alike. It’s almost like a pair of jeans – it can go with anything and be dressed up or down. Take a look at some of these interiors that feature a farm like table in different styles and settings.
Some variations on the farm [...]
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I came across these collections of pouffes by Dutch Designer Nicolette Brunklaus via nook and thought they were interesting. After viewing the collections on her website, I discovered she has a range of products that includes lighting, pillows, curtains, ceramics, and silk paintings.
House of Anne pouffe
Her own house was featured here.
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When I think of iron beds, visions of dark metal and straight lines usually come to mind. Something like the below…
That is, until now….
I opened up my new Anthropologie catalog to find the epitome of “scrolls, curls, and twirls” in their new Calligraphy Bed. This white, whimsical, Hollywood Regency-inspired bed would be the perfect finishing [...]
This Furniture Friday is dedicated to a very controversial piece of furniture…the skirted table! It has even inspired a blog/radio show. I like mine stream-lined with a graphic punch or done-up with dress-maker detailing!
{Julie Neill}
{Above two photos, Palmer Weiss}
{photo from here}
{Beach Dwelling via Patricia Gray}
Pam Pierce via Cote de Texas
Ballard Party Table
Linen Table Skirts from Wisteria
I [...]
{via Michael Robinson Photography}
Are you a young, hip Chicagoan looking for the next “it” spot to spend your cocktail hours or late night rendezvouses? The Violet Hour is the place for you. Well, if you can get in, that is. Located in Wicker Park, the unassuming facade marked only by a single lightbulb may not impress [...]
Attention all you design-obsessed Houstonians! Three of the city’s top Designers are competing for your vote in the, “Redesigning Downtown,” Style Competition at One Park Place, Downtown’s newest luxury apartments.
Renea Abbott, Michael Stribling, and Chandos Dodson have each designed an apartment, and YOU get to decide which one you like the best! Tickets are $10 and [...]
Today I received this cute lil email flyer in my Inbox….
A lot of the time, the email flyers that I receive are completely random, (they could almost be interpreted as Spam), but I could immediately tell that this one was different.
The bold colors and unique mirrors really caught my eye. There was no way I [...]
