Category: eclectic

  • Loving the new trend of bright colors but afraid to try?  Here’s how to start

    Loving the new trend of bright colors but afraid to try? Here’s how to start

    More and more I see beautiful, bold color on the covers of home decor mags but rarely do you ever see such color in someone’s home. The reason is that, as I’m sure you know, the thought of painting your living room royal blue, or whatever your color crush, is a little scary….

    The trick, and I’m sure this is no secret – is to start with a few accessories in a color you love, and then, if you are happy living with it, start adding more and more layers at a time.

    For example, in the room above – maybe they just started with those fab. aqua pillows. They were happy and added the aqua lamp. Then maybe the colorful vase you see in the back. Their courage was up and maybe a few weeks or months later they add some pink pillows and those gorgeous blue curtains!
    via Pier 1

    Bright color is scary enough, so stick with one hue if you need to. This cornflower blue alone has big impact.
    via House to Home

    Really color shy? Try just adding a bright throw as seen in the two views of the living room below. Sometimes just one pop is enough to satiate your need for color…


    via Alice in Designland

    If you want to be a little braver – try an upholstered piece, like this gorgeous plum velvet chesterfield. Mix and match pillows and an eclectic rug keeps the space down to earth.

    via House to Home

    In the jewel-toned home office above, different bold colors are brought in in layers – a turquoise screen, a plum chair, and green foliage.
    via House Beautiful

    Now…for those of us who think we may be able to paint….

    Maybe start with a washed effect of a bright color….like this pink below, which is bright but also a little translucent.

    …or try going all out in a smaller space, like this purple hall, fully decked out with a vibrantly patterned chaise and that AMAZING pillow!
    two above via Elle Decor

    I don’t know if I’ll ever be brave enough to do something like this but it sure is glamorous isn’t it!
    via Real Simple

    How about you? Have you wanted to use color but are always too scared? Is anyone living with color and loving it?

  • A truly unusual loft space – what do you think

    A truly unusual loft space – what do you think








    I’m a big fan of mirrors and framed art propped on the floor





    great coffee table

    love this home office


    So what do you think? There are elements I really like but could I live there? I don’t know…

    via Lantliv

  • Happy weekend!  An eclectic San Francisco house tour!

    Happy weekend! An eclectic San Francisco house tour!

    I’m sure some of you are familiar with Victoria from SFGirlByBay, her lovely blog. Her style is a blend of eclectic, modern retro, and vintage. See below.

    By the way, this house tour comes to you from a great new online mag called Rue – check it out!















  • A familiar home decorating favorite gets an AMAZING makeover

    A familiar home decorating favorite gets an AMAZING makeover

    Um…did I miss this or is this a new look for West Elm for the New Year? The styling in the Jan. 2011 No. 1 issue is so fresh and different. love?….YES. I really like the indie style, mid-century modern nod, rustic and eclectic touch they’ve introduced. So up my alley. What do you think?

    Click on a photo for a larger version (it’s worth it to see these details)

    I adore every chair in this room!



    Isn’t this the cutest cork and ceramic coffee set?

    yummy






    Do you like their new look?

    See more at West Elm.

  • The little things in life – beautiful details and accessories that make a house a home

    The little things in life – beautiful details and accessories that make a house a home

    I’ve had these images for a while, but I could never find a post to integrate them, so I decided to just dedicate a post to the sweet little things in life – the details. Pretty little worlds within our homes. Enjoy!

    Isn’t this gold chrysanthemum to die for? They are one of the most beautiful flowers (IMHO)

    Love the greenery on the chandelier

    Aren’t the little nesting “bowls”? so pretty?
    via Elle Decor



    These vignettes are so beautiful. via Mariam’s GORGEOUS riad. via My Marrakech

    via House Doctor


    I LOVE quilts – I have (unrealistic) aspirations to make one one day, so I save bits of old clothes and fabrics to use.
    via Indenfor & Udenfor

    A pretty way to display jewelry
    via BHG

  • Megan Mullally’s earthy eclectic home

    Megan Mullally’s earthy eclectic home

    I was surprised when I saw Megan Mullally’s house tour in a recent issue of Elle Decor. I guess because I only know her as Karen on Will and Grace, I didn’t think her personal style would be so laid back because she’s so good at playing a rich NYC elitist.

    What do you think?

    so spa like
    Possibly one of my favorite kitchens. It’s so real for a Hollywood star isn’t it?


    Go to Elle Decor to see all the pics.

  • An intriguing and whimsical housetour

    An intriguing and whimsical housetour

    I’m leaving for my big trip tomorrow – 9 weeks in 11 different countries. I’m freaking out a little -feeling just completely overwhelmed. I’m going to try to post as often as possible – depending on our hotel(s) internet situation – as I’m not bringing my laptop- yikes! I’m already suffering from phantom laptop syndrome. I know I should be posting something traveling related – but I’m just a little too scatter-brained to put anything together – so I’m going with a tried and true house tour.

    This home is really different from anything else I’ve seen before. I think for the most part it somehow manages to avoid being over the top though. What do you think? Too quirky for you?



    great wall color!







    That painting is the only thing I couldn’t really live with

    via KML Design

  • Insired living rooms, from eclectic to retro

    Insired living rooms, from eclectic to retro

    Sorry I’ve been M.I.A you guys, I was traveling to Spain, where I’ll be visiting with my boyfriend for a month until we leave on a nine week backpacking trip around Europe. I’ll fill you in with more details later – so stay tuned!

    For today I thought I’d just grace Decorology with some really great living rooms. Let me know which one is your fav!

    Love this modern retro/industrial look. The carpet keeps it cozy.
    via Country Living

    Skona Hem always gets it right!

    Don’t you love this eclectic look? It’s so warm and full of personality.
    via Southern Living

    So glamorous but the exposed brick ads a nice edge to keep it from being to frou-frou
    via Taverne Agency

    Love the rug, chairs, and salon-style wall.

    two images above via Tricia Joyce

  • Beautiful, peaceful bedrooms

    Beautiful, peaceful bedrooms

    I’m heading “home” this afternoon after living out of a suitcase since Dec. 28th. It’ll be great to sleep in a bed and not a couch or a cot. I have gotten used to traveling and will miss it a bit, but a little time off the road will hopefully be recuperative and prepare me for my next round of travels! So, I thought some gorgeous bedrooms would be appropriate for today’s post!

    a.
    The natural light in this pastel bedroom is amazing

    b.
    This bedroom is maybe a little more modern than I like but the clean lines make me feel like I could sleep all day –
    images above via BHG

    c.
    I’m a fan of benches or chest at the end of beds – and isn’t the headboard adorable?

    d.
    I’m really into sophisticated grays lately
    images above via LivingEtc.

    e.
    This is one of my favs – a modern retro bedroom with a twist of femininity and coziness.
    via Decor8 on Tumblr

    f.
    via Elle Decor

    g.

    h.
    I’m a sucker for mix n’ match bedding – it’s just sometimes a lot easier “seen” than done.

    i.
    I love this sort of vintage elegant bedroom – it’s so indulgent

    images above via ? (credits welcomed)

    Which bedroom would you pick this weekend if you could stay in any?