Now that it’s getting dark around 4 p.m., we’re all looking for ways to brighten up our days—and our moods. Maybe escaping the cold for the tropics isn’t in the cards this year. But, you can probably afford to burn $25 for a simple luxury like a high-end candle. And, you’ll have plenty to choose […]
Cozying up to a roaring fire sounds eco-friendly, in theory. After all, what’s a more natural fuel source than wood? Turns out, burning wood is really inefficient if you’re dealing with old fireplaces and woodstoves, which lose much of their heat through the chimney. Inefficient fires also produce excess smoke, which is not so hot […]
If the seasons had genders, fall’s would be decidedly male. It’s the season of tweeds and leather, flannel and football. Maybe it’s the crisp autumn air, but we’re feeling an undeniable attraction to menswear-inspired spaces. With its classic shapes and warm, understated luxury, menswear is perfectly suited to the genteel home. And since home is […]
Pinterest is a veritable cornucopia of visual inspiration! So, with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’ve been scouring the boards for delightfully clever, totally unique and ultra chic (read: not at all cheesy!) décor ideas to help you throw a fabulous Thanksgiving fete. These are a few of our faves: 1. White Pumpkins: Eschew the typical […]
‘Tis the season for Pinterest to beckon with the candle-lit glow of exquisite holiday tables and Rockwellian visions of family gatherings. But with a cupboard full of mismatched china from Grandma and mundane everyday dishes, we felt ill prepared for entertaining, so we brought in some professional help. With little more than glitter twine and […]
Pinterest is a veritable cornucopia of visual inspiration. So with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we’ve been scouring the boards for delightfully clever, totally unique and ultra chic (read: not at all cheesy!) décor ideas to help you throw a fabulous Thanksgiving fete. Below are a few of our faves: 1. White Pumpkins: Eschew the typical […]
The holidays are almost here. For many of us, that means welcoming, and sometimes stressing over, holiday guests. No need to worry though, these steps will help you get your home in order. Plan Ahead Eddie Ross, East Coast editor of Better Homes & Gardens, says it’s all about the preparation. “Try to plan in […]
In a sea of non-committal beige and 50 shades of white, decadent black walls are a distinctive choice. They’re alluring for their dramatic elegance, but can be an intimidating prospect for the home. Sure, black walls look fantastic in swanky hotels on the pages of Architectural Digest, but will they work in your humble abode? […]
My family calls me “the queen of online shopping.” Over the course of five years, I amassed a wealth of furnishings that seemingly came out of the woodwork the day after we closed on our mountain escape. I’m confident I saved a ton of money, but it didn’t come without some risk. Knowing how to […]
IKEA hacking—upgrading and embellishing affordable IKEA furniture to create a more unique piece—is all the rage these days. But even if hacking isn’t your thing (who’s got the time?), there’s a wealth of super chic, hack-free home décor to be had if you think inside the (big) box. At big-box prices, you can definitely afford […]
