Interior Inspiration - E is for...

...EQUESTRIAN!

As some of you may already know, I absolutely adore my sweet Morgan mare, Libby (a frequent star of the blog), and she brings so much inspiration to many areas of my life (interiors being no exception!).  Whether used in small or large doses, equestrian elements can bring a chic, high-end feel to any space.  I personally have large custom art pieces featuring horses in the studio and in my living room at home, and they are among my favorite design elements in both spaces.  Here are a few of my (most recent) sources of equine inspiration...

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Do these beauties inspire you?  I know I can't wait to get to the barn this weekend...
Happy Wednesday!
xSB

Interior Inspiration - B is for...

B.R.I.G.H.T.S!  That's right, I am (believe it or not) loving NEON and can't wait to incorporate this oh-so-fresh trend into one of my designs.  For a few seasons now we have seen colorful pieces walk up and down the runways and recently some of my favorite fashion bloggers have also embraced the trend with neon colored dresses, bright accessories and/or painting their nails a color that screams of fun.  Not only in fashion, but on furniture and fabrics alike, these bright hues definitely make a statement. Paired with creamy pastels like a cotton candy pink (so fun!) or all white walls (wow!), this taste of lemon zest really wets my design whistle.  After all, what better to inspire us during winter's gray days than some playful pop art and living in color?

Think you could live with something this vibrant or do you prefer a seemingly more serene retreat?  I don't know that I am bold enough to commit to this on my walls, but you may see me wearing it sooner rather than later!

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The Friday 5

This week was all about event and interior projects.  These little blue birds are beyond cute (found them at Michael's) and were the perfect addition to one of my tabletop projects.  

This wall paper pattern is so gorgeous and when I stopped by the job site yesterday and 

saw it on the wall, I literally said "WOW" out loud.

Great company and meal, pretty menu cards and florals at an event planners luncheon at the

Hotel Monaco in Baltimore.

I also stumbled across this book in my travels this week and have always loved e.e.cummings poetry...
especially this one. 

When I got home last night, a package (all the way from Morocco) was on my apartment doorstep and it had this, the newest addition to my living room, inside!  L.O.V.E.

Antler Inspiration

I have always been a fan of eclectic design--the mixing of old and new with treasures collected over time. I also happen to be the daughter of an avid hunter and my father will occasionally send an email with a picture or two of his recent prize from Alaska, Texas or a visit abroad. While that may be a bit extreme for most of us, I have to say I just love these natural sculptures.  My interview with The Baltimore Sun just a few weeks ago about the rise in popularity of this interior trend (view article here) got me flipping through my personal design files and here's what I found...

A tablescape (above) I designed back in 2009 for the Fall/Winter issue of Baltimore BRIDE magazine where I mixed a collection of deer antlers with milk glass containers full of romantic blooms.  I happen to have this pair of horns hanging in my own home mixed in with a collection of artwork and one similar to this at the studio.  I painted it in high gloss white and it currently helps display jewelry and pretty ribbons.  I also found a few of my favorite interior spaces sporting this trend as well. 

So, all this antler talk has me inspired to mix a little rustic with my glam for a last minute holiday pop up party at my place (perfect invite found here) and some decor that is sure to stand out among the masses. 

What do you think about this trend?  Love it or leave it?  I say it is here to stay...

Happy Monday!

xo,

stephanie