I don't think I need to tell you all how much I'm constantly influenced by fashion when it comes to creating new interior designs, but sometimes a piece of inspiration hits me over the head with its gorgeousness so hard that I immediately want to transform a space taking a cue from its style...
This bohemian luxe look could go so many ways. For a totally saturated room you could do an all-over color and print, with a few injections of black+white stripe and neutrals, or
(if you're like me), you could use the neutrals as a base and add the florals as accents to be switched out later whenever the mood strikes you. I'd start with this classic
Ikea striped rug and add the texture of this
faux fur pillow, then layer on the florals with
textiles like these napkins.
Ahn Duong's living room (one of my favorites!) is a perfect example of how to put together this scheme. A black+white rug with pops of color, but a fairly neutral backdrop. Imagine the ottoman in a fantastic bohemian floral, and it's right there.
This room is more along the lines of my style. Simple lines help the bright colored couch seem a bit less intense, and the rug and art provide all the pattern. All that's missing is a striped pillow on the sofa!
Taking it one step further, this room is a perfect example of using an inspirational piece to create something all your own. You can see how the colors and style relate to the photo, but it's taken in a whole new direction with a more contrasting rug and wallpaper. Which would be your preference??
*rooms via elle decor, the city sage, and >house beautiful; inspiration photo by paolo roversi
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Have a fabulous one, ladies+gents!! xoxo, cassandra
There are so so so many pieces in this room that I love, I don't really know where to start. In fact, you know that whole 'pick one room that expresses your style' challenge that's been going around? Add this one to that list. Here's why: simple, classic and neutral soft furniture, a gorgeous reclaimed wood coffee table, herringbone wood floors, a graphic rug, tons of light, artwork, that amazing deco screen, and my god those windows! While some of it seems a bit staged for my taste, almost all of my necessary elements are here, and I adore it!
Isn't it fresh? We're just starting to roll out our spring goodies, and you better believe the colorful floral dishes are amongst my favorites... I can't wait to get all the product in!
Also on the table... these linens, the classic fleur de lys glasses, some yummy candles (my favorite are the rosemary mint), pretty mallorca coaster tiles (wanted desperately for my living room), and sweet folding garden chairs.
And, for the record, yes, I still have dirt under my fingernails. Not a bad way to spend a day at work, eh?
My favorite part about the design was that everything was very simple, budget friendly, and crafted with love - from the cute aqua pon pons, to chalkboard signage and the layered centerpieces...
But, my very favorite details were on the mantle where we used pieces from the couple's small ceremony in Maui to celebrate their marriage at the Seattle reception - including the adorable cake-toppers and framed invitations. Loads of candlelight and paperie completed the space, and the room was completely transformed! Hopefully I'll have more to share with you soon!
