mirror mirror on the wall

use mirrors as a statement piece for any room

by setting a long mirror on the floor rather than hanging it on the wall, it not only adds an interesting touch but also makes the room look larger

add mirrors to the outside doors of your armoire for a vintage look

this mirror changes the entire look of this plain white bathroom

here is an example of how to arrange multiple mirrors on a wall to create patterns

if you already have a busy wall, all it probably needs is one great mirror to do the trick





(images via the decorista, desire to inspire, elle decor)

get the look

Olivia Palermo is the definition of chic. Even while she is out on a casual walk with her pup, she is still looking so put together. Although the stylish socialite probably has more cash in her bank account than we can count, she still includes affordable pieces into her wardrobe making it easy for us to snag her style.

check out some pieces i found to get this look for yourself!

olivia palermo by nhallett featuring nylon leggings

missoni madness

the italian fashion house that is best known for their vibrant & gorgeous prints is coming to a store near you! what store, you ask? only the fabulous TARGET. that's right, Missoni is teaming up with target, as many designers have done in the past, to bring over 400 of their designs to the public at affordable prices. items will range from womens, mens and childrens clothing to home decor, starting from $2.99-$599.
although they have been successful at keeping any previews of the line on the down low, i'm sure their designs will be fun and fabulous. the missoni for target line will launch this fall starting Sept 13 for only a short couple of months.

i know i am counting down the days until the launch, how about you?

these Missoni Designer brand throws are priced around $415 each

from Missoni Spring 2011 & Resort 2012 Collections

The Missoni Hotel in the UK. gorgeous



(images via curbed, elle.com)

stingy styling

looking to switch up a room in your house without spending any cash? youre in luck! there are plenty of beautiful things you probably already have lying around your pad that can be used to add some character to any room.


1. BOOKS- books can add lots of color to a room, and if organized carefully on a bookshelf or arranged in a clever way on a table, they can do wonders.

2. DUCT TAPE- this home staple really can do just about anything, even decorate, believe it or not. these simple vases were plain and white before someone took a funky colored tape, scissors and a little imagination to them.

3. CLEAR JARS- these are wonderful decorative pieces, especially for the kitchen. not only can they be used as vases, but also holders for an assortment of things such as buttons, spices, or my personal favorite.... candy!

4. FEMININE STAPLES- items such as leather clutches, fancy heels and pretty little perfume bottles can make the perfect feminine accessory for a chic apartment

5. FRAMES- no need to have a pretty picture, just a pretty frame. if you don't like the color of your unused frame, take some spray paint to it.

(images via curbly, etsy, sterling style, laurenconrad.com)

designer spotlight: Chris Barrett

i came across these photos and instantly fell in love. i'm a sucker for spanish style houses: dark wood accents, pure white walls and pops of bright, fresh flowers? amazing. Check out interior designer Chris Barrett's Southern California home here. For more from the designer, check out his website at chrisbarrettdesign.com

(images via ruby press)

monday match up

Loewe Spring 2011 Collection & a Bright Kitchen

(images via tumblr & desiretoinspire)

think pink

the color pink is my latest obsession. whether the shade is used on furniture, pants or lipstick, i cant seem to get over this statement color. & although it can go oh so tragically wrong if not used in the right way (ex: neon pink walls) in these images, the color is looking oh so good

(images via 79 ideas, the decorista, sketch 42, the cherry blossom girl, desiretoinspire, material girls)