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“word to the wise” wednesday: newell turner

Quality and beauty can be found in the most humble of materials, like white cotton broadcloth, or celebrated in less than a yard of expensive silk velvet.  In the same way that we dress to feel happy and confident -- whatever your budget -- we should also decorate our rooms. -- …

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what’s in your tool kit?

If you ever watched The Rachel Zoe Project when Rachel or Brad went to dress a celeb for one of her big events, you'll remember that they brought a styling kit packed with all sorts of things -- mainly Spanx and other undergarments.  After all, you can't have a red …

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“word to the wise” wednesday: celia domenech

Accessories bring life to any room.  Analyze what the space is asking for after you finish furnishing it:  color?  shape?  whimsy?  contrasting textures? -- Celia Domenech (77 Habits of Highly Creative Interior Designers)

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it’s friday; i’m in love – architectural details

So much of beauty is in the details, isn't it? I was in Chicago at the end of July, and I absolutely adored the gorgeous doors of this building adjacent to my hotel.  I find the attention to detail in old buildings to be very inspiring. And speaking of details, everyone knows …

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