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Blog Post:
Happy Holiday Greens
Lesley Myrick
Red and green are a traditional Christmas color pairing for a happy holiday. Greens, however, are taking center stage right now in home decor! You might have heard that the Pantone Color of the Year for 2013 is emerald , and we're smitten with it. Since your home is probably already decorated for...
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Dec 19, 2012
Blog Post:
5 Tips for Selecting Bar and Counter Stools
Lesley Myrick
What's the difference between bar and counter stools? (Hint - it has to do with seat height!) And once you've decided which stool is best suited for your home, how do you know what to look for when you're ready to buy? The design experts at Lamps Plus have 5 tips for selecting bar and counter...
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Dec 5, 2012
Blog Post:
Home Decor Inspiration from Fall Fashion
Lesley Myrick
It's no secret that I love fashion and how it translates to home decor. Inspiration for interior design can come from anywhere, and when designing a room, my go-to source tends to be an outfit. I was drawn to the outfit above because of its sophisticated color palette of gold, navy, and beige;...
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Nov 21, 2012
Blog Post:
Layering Rugs
55DS Team
If you like a cozy look and have no place to store your summer light weight rug, simply layer another rug on top. Layer rugs with an exotic, traditional or contemporary pattern over a neutral rug, or go for a bold statement with patttern on pattern. Either way you will add a warm updated look perfect...
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Nov 7, 2012
Blog Post:
5 Decorating Ideas for Small Family Rooms
Lesley Myrick
Decorating a family room is a challenging task, as it's often a room that needs to provide several functions for your family. And it's even more tricky if you're working with a small space! Here are 5 decorating ideas for small family rooms to help them seem larger, and to help them function...
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Jul 31, 2012
Blog Post:
Romantic French Vintage Decor
Lesley Myrick
Simple and elegant, French Vintage decor is the epitome of effortless, romantic chic. I love how a limited neutral color palette can look so warm and inviting, instead of cold and sterile. (I think it's because the French have embraced the griege ! Those luxe shades of warm grey-beige are perfection...
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Jul 17, 2012
Blog Post:
Tasteful Table Lamps
Lesley Myrick
I love how in each of these crisp black and white rooms the table lamps are so subtle - yet make such a statement! Good design doesn't have to shout to be heard. Shop our Chic Table and Floor Lamps event today and find your perfect table lamp mate. Image credits: Rue magazine .
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Jul 12, 2012
Blog Post:
5 Ways to Style a Console Table
Lesley Myrick
Welcome to our newest monthly feature - 5 Ways to Style ! As an interior designer, I'm always looking for creative ways to use simple and classic pieces to make them my own and infuse them with a little personal style. Each month, I'll be taking one basic piece of furniture (today it's a...
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Jul 10, 2012
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