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“word to the wise” wednesday: paul demartini

The new way to decorate is all about the right mix. Old with new, smooth with textured, high with low. Nothing should appear too staged or look like it was done in one day. A room can have a sense of history and change. I enjoy the unexpected, like vases …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: karen von hahn

I write about style for a living. ... But my own style, particularly that of my own home, is really my life's work.  It's a crucial distinction, because that's the thing about style:  it's a creative reflection of all the places you've been, the encounters you've had and the influences …

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it’s friday; i’m in love – per se collection’s toffee coat

  I am totally, madly, head-over-heels obsessed with this coat from Per Se Collection. I adore the gorgeous shade of camel paired with the removable deep fur cuffs.  The empire waist – constructed with an almost pleated type of detail (which you can see if you click “Enlarge this Image” on the …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: mazen el-abdallah

I only have room for what is meaningful, useful and beautiful. — Mazen El-Abdallah, Toronto interior designer (Canadian House & Home, September 2010)

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