Hip Mama

I admire a woman with her own style and image. Solange Knowles, a singer, model and mommy (and yes Beyonce's younger sis), has an uber indie style layered with color, texture and pattern! As you know, I love a look fashionably speaking and at home that doesn't feel forced or expected. Here's a peek at Solange's Brooklyn home featured in September's issue of Elle magazine. The images were taken while Solange hosted a cocktail party for all her stylish, creative type friends. Solange remarks that she loves throwing "rowdy till the wee hours roll up the rug" dance parties. Sounds like my kind of girl! I can't wait to entertain again!!

Adoring the mix of ethnic patterns found throughout!

Coincidentally I just included this pillow from John Robshaw in a nursery presentation for a great client! Rug: Madeline Weinrib

 Here's a sample of her music, love the retro sound of this song! A bit more up my alley then her big sister's sound!

All photography by: Paul Costello

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On My Radar

I love the concept of layering pattern and texture in design right now! Remember don't be afraid to take risks and be sure to vary the scale and direction of the patterns to keep the look from getting chaotic! 

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Kelly for Groundworks + more...

I'm loving Kelly Wearstler's refined fabric collaboration for Lee Jofa's Groundworks collection. Charcoals, blacks and cream tones paired with bright shades are sitting well with me right now! A couple of my girl friend's and I are thinking of heading to Miami for a getaway this Fall. (the plus side to using my Amex too much - free miles) I vote that we stay at the Miami-Viceroy. I'll at least grab a drink there to take in the amazing design details! I've been a fan of Kelly's work since I was in grad school, that was about 12 years ago. (I hate to date myself) The entire design hits on so many details that I'm currently adoring! See my mentions below! I love that Kelly marches to the beat of her own drum, her designs and fabrics feel more artist and dynamic then anything else.

When I move I think I need to cover something in the charcoal and cream faux bois print (top pillow above)

LOVE: Limed wood paired with aqua and deep cobalt

Architectural outdoor spaces

Graphic chairs, tufting and limey-yellow ( a color predicted to trend next winter)

Rope details and small club chairs - working on a nursery with rope details right now!

Oversized lamps and tufting! (Did I mention tufting ? )

And as ALWAYS, fret work..I'm always searching for the next best fretwork design.

Custom Chandeliers and citrus yellow

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I spy

 

BUFFALO CHECKS

I think they're especially sweet in kid's spaces!

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Curtains made simple

I'm genuinely delighted to introduce you to Curtains Made Simple as one of our sponsors this year because it's the kind of company that makes you life easier and you want/need to have in your Interiors Little Black Book...and I think they're complement BODIE and FOU perfectly.

They make curtains but also roman blinds using either the piece of fabric you fell in love with and bought during your last holidays or you can buy some from their site and Dear...they have a fantastic selection with fabrics from Cabbages and Roses (featured below) but also Cath Kidston, Ashley Wilde and even Ikea's Swedish fabrics.

Je suis ravie de vous présenter Curtains Made Simple, un de nos nouveaux annnonceurs cette année parce que c'est le genre de prestataires de services qui vous rend la vie plus facile et que vous voulez/avez besoin dans votre carnet d'adresse déco...et je pense qu'ils complémentent BODIE and FOU parfaitement.

Ils font des rideaux mais aussi des stores utilisant le morceau de tissu que vous avez adoré et ramené de vacances ou vous pouvez en commander directement sur leur site et ils ont une collection vraiment sympas avec des tissus très anglais de Cabbages and Roses (photo ci-dessus) mais aussi Cath Kidston, Ashley Wilde et meme ceux d'Ikea.

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Using Pattern and Prints

Wallpaper

Fabric to re-upholster a chair

Fabric for drapes.

I am enjoying the use of pattern and prints in a recent job of mine. The intention is to keep the spaces simple with a shot of pattern. All fabrics and wallpaper are available through Charlotte Minty Design.

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Sponsor Welcome, Dana Gibson

 

I'm excited to share the custom designed products from my newest sponsor, Dana Gibson. Dana Gibson's site is full of beautiful, colorful, and fanciful accessories, lamps and decorative objects for your home! I especially love her colorful pillows and lamps. Be sure to visit her shop here! Below is Dana's mission:

 "offering items that will lighten, brighten and ultimately, transform the home. A ceramics designer for fifteen years, creating beautiful lamps and vases inspired by European porcelain, Dana has recently branched out into pillows and tole painted wastebaskets.  “I’m excited about these new product lines because they are allowing me to explore my interest in and my love for pattern, as well as add exciting accents to today’s home.” 

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Color your world

I can envision Sis Boom's selection of fabrics, pillows and rugs in a cottage or summer home. They sort of have a granny chic feeling about them!  In any case, if you're looking to introduce some color into your home, any of these items would do the trick. They also sell fabric by the yard!

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