Design: Tropical Glam

Hi MBG readers, its Amanda and I am back with two absolute summertime fave of mine: the iconic banana leaf print and the Massimo Vitali beach photograph. Not sure about you guys but there's no palm trees over here (in ohio) so I'm determined to bring the classic glam style of vacation destinations into our home.

And if you're not planning on any vacation soon, I've picked out a couple of pieces that will be sure to get you feeling the 'Palm Springs chic meets 1950s hollywood' vibe!

Elle Decor

Martinique Wallpaper | World of Interiors via Art of Interiors

1. Rio Wall Sconce
2. Faceted Pendant Light
3. Jacquard Forest Towel
4. Sunburst Mirror
5. Massimo Vitali Photograph
6. Ikea Sofa (Tullinge Gray Slipcover)
7. Palm Leaves Pillow
8. Threshold Toss Pillow
9. Basketweave Metal Accent Table
10. Bamboo Lucite & Brass Bar Cart
11. Stud Poof
12. Safavieh Courtyard Area Rug
13. Jo Malone Osmanthus


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Design: Brass + Beige

Hi lovely MBG readers! Amanda here today, with a look into two of this year's home decor trends - brass and beige. As we know that emerald green has made its statement in home decor, the beige trend predicted by Elle Decor was a surprise as beige can be bland and boring. But it is in for the Spring and far from boring when paired with bolder hues (perfect with emerald!) and mixed with textures.

The resurgence of brass metal on the other hand is the hot finish for lighting fixtures, furniture and hardware. But it's not the brass we hated. Whether it's polished, antiqued, or hammered, brass is back more refined and with a different kind of finish.

Vogue Living

Elle Decor

Windsor Smith 

1. Dipped Vase
2. Charles Brass Mirror Tray
3. Gold Leaf Agate Bookends
4. Mineral Pillow
5. Horn Vases
6. Brass Rivet Table Lamp
7. Harry 3-seater sofa
8. Antique Brass Chair
9. Table


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Design: Refresh your home

Hi MadeByGirl readers, Amanda here with a few ideas to refresh your home without jumping too soon to Spring. With all our holiday decorations put away, it's amazing how empty a house can feel! 

So as soon as mid-January hits, I like to freshen things up by adding in just a hint of color usually with a potted plant or a blush colored pillow and switching out the blacks for dark blues but the fur blankets and high pile rugs stay. Since it's still so cold out, I like to hang onto that winter cozy feeling.

Lonny Mag

Unique Fabrics

1. Photograph Print

2. Marble Cylinder 

3. Candle 

4. Delirium Coasters

5. LV:Architecture and Interiors 

6. Snake Tray

7. Les Touches Black Pillow

8. Rose Pillow

9. Green Mixed Succulent

10. Presidio Settee

11. Indigo Zebra Rug

12. Loden Jute Rug

13. Peace Studded Candle

14. White One Drawer Accent Table

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Design: The Decorista

Hi MadebyGirl readers! Amanda here. With Christmas fast approaching, holiday shopping can get overwhelming. But no worries, I've curated a collection of home decor gifts since they are some of my favorite things to give and receive.

And especially for "the decorista" in your life - who loves sparkly metallics, obsessed with luxe candles, and would pick the latest coffee table books over shoes.

1. Greek Key Glass Box

2. Spot Pillow

3. Tyrol Horn Vase

4. Philip Crangi Trinket Box

5. Alligator Twisted Bowl

6. Ross Vase 

7. Rhapsody - Limited Edition

8. Rocks Glass

9. Tapis Tray

10. Steidl: The Little Black Jacket

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Design: Cozy Winter Decor

Hi everyone! It's Amanda here, and this Monday I'm sharing a few favorite winter accents. As we transition to much colder weather, I'm hazarding a guess that many of you have pulled out the fur throws & pillows. Right? As for me, I already have my shag rug and fur throws out.

Although it isn't official Winter yet, but my decor mood is already shifting to dark greys, winter whites, with metallic finishes. To prepare for the coziest time of the year and still keeping it stylish, I've been adding accents with textures, like leather and wood. If I could, I would replace my side tables with tree stumps and some gold mercury glasses.

Image | 1 Tufted Settee | 2 Horned Bottle Opener | 3 Kate Moss Book | 4 Crocodile Embossed Leather Pillow | 5 Birch Bark Candle | 6 Marble Arc Lamp | 7 Highrise Vase | 8 Foil Print Pillow | 9 Vintage Brass Bowl | 10 Branch Lamp | 11 Little Kiss | 12 Strada Wastebasket | 13 Faux Fur Throw | 14 Francisco Stool

 
How do you change your decor to fit this season?

 


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Design: Holiday Table Styling

Hi everyone Amanda here, back with a few inspirations on dressing the Thanksgiving table! I thought it would be fun to dream up a city vs. country take on it. 

If you're a hostess this year, I am sure by now you have already planned what to serve, but may or may not be a little stuck on the table decorations. Although, I'm thankful to have snuck out of the role this year, I still plan on breaking out the china. 

Please keep in mind, these goodies below would look just as gorgeous if you're hosting a Holiday dinner in December!

1 Highball Glass | 2 Crocodile Old Fashioned Glass |  3 Bloom Bowls | 4 Chalkboard Tray | 5 Planter | 6 Sphere Salt and Pepper Shakers | 7 Serving Bowl | 8 Gold Flatware/Gold Stripe Cocktail Napkins | 9 Brushstroke Dinner Plate | 10 Patent Stud Place Mat |  11 /Stripe Place Cards

1 Milk Glass | 2 Placemat | 3 Nail Head Placemats | 4 Gold Accent Plate | 5 Greek Key Cocktail Napkins | 6 Fallen Birch Branch Votive  | 7  Woven Bread Bowl | 8 Rose and Silver Antler | 9 Flatware | 10 Vintage Harvest Bouquet

Here's what I'd love to know: What is your hostess style?

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Decor: Soft Glamour

Hi everyone! It's Amanda. I was so inspired by Jen's NYC closet awhile back I thought I'd style a room with a soft glamour feel. I'm sure I speak for most when I say, I wish I had a huge walk-in closet! 

Lucky for those that do! But if you have that extra space.. what better way to add all your favorite pinks, blush and peach tones in a single dream room! (especially when you don't live alone) It's like the perfect girl cave - only extra chic.

via Traditional Home

via Lonny Mag

1 New York Print | 2 Ethel Armchair | 3 Peaks and Valleys Wallpaper - Midnight | 4 Feather Headdress Wall Decor | 5 Non Je Regrette Rien Print | 6 Side Table | 7 Ramio-Velvet Pillow | 8 Reactive Glass Lamp | 9 Muse Bowl | 10 NARS Acapulco Candle | 11 Black Lacquer Commode | 12 Fendi Baguette Book | 13 Moss Cobble Balls

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Design: Fall Decor Trends

Hello MBG readers! It's Monday, welcome back! Amanda here with a roundup of a few fall trends and some pieces to show you how to transition back into richer jewel tones, textured fabrics and heavier materials. 

With fall in full swing, it's hard to miss the burgundy, all shades of green and leather trend for fashion - but what about interiors? We're seeing similar trends for the home, but more tiger prints! 

Angie Hranowsky

Miles Redd

Architectural Digest

Nuevo-Estilo

Chandelier | Pavilion Globe | Print - A Good Read | Print - Stay A While | Painting | Zebra Throw Pillow | Velvet Cushion | Zari Pillow | Tiger Velvet Pillow | Nailhead X Bench | Zebra Rug | Louis Armless Chair | Oversized Mirror | Holiday Chair

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Design: Black & Silver

Hi everyone, it's Amanda with some black & silver inspiration. Since fall is almost here, it's time to embrace the black with metallics again. Although I mostly prefer gold over silver, I still love a good silver accent around the home - be it light fixtures, table and chair legs, small tabletop accessories, or simple frames. 

As we all know, anything black in your home creates an instant classy, edgy feel. But with a few touches of silver, you can notch up a monochromatic room to achieve that sophisticated style. 

via Vart Nya Hem

via Decor Pad

via Decor Pad

via Decor Pad

1 Pulley Pendant Lamp | 2 Frames | 3 Table Lamp | 4 Mirror | 5 Console Table | 6 Stool | 7 Panther Sculpture | 8 Diptyque Candle | 9 Stripe Ikat Pillow | 10 Serpent Pillow | 11 Echo Vases

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Design: Glammed Up

Hi Made By Girl readers! It's Amanda again. When Jen posted the new Chanel No 5 print in her shop, I've knew I had to get it and style a room around it. It's the perfect added touch to any room... and it's classic! Here's how I would style it and some quick tips when adding pink accessories to the home. 

How do you add pink to your home?

1 Sofa | Throw | Leopard Print Pillow | Pink Pillow 

2 Greek Key Rug 

3 Mirror Accent Table 

4 Coffee Table | Glam Centerpiece Bowl | Mini Bauble Box | Letter Sorter | Tin Cans 

5 Books: Impact | Herb Ritts L.A. Style | Louis Vuitton Marc Jacobs | Tom Ford

6 Brass Lamp 

7 Gold Pig 

8 Ikat Box 

9 Iron Feather 

10 Ottoman

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Design: Industrial Glam Decor

Hello Made By Girl readers! This is Amanda from Lust luxe love, excited to be with you today sharing one of my favorite design look -- industrial glam with an edge!

I'm often drawn to homes with a mix of old and new - whether they're the combination of exposed brick and dark wood with modern light fixtures, or a rustic vintage find in a contemporary room. Although sometimes this masculine industriousness can be a bit of a design turn-off, when styled with the right accessories, you can turn the farmhouse look into a cozy, chic space! 

Keri Russell Home via Elle Decor

via Marcus Design

via Holzman Interiors

via Plastolux

Skull Wine Coaster | Pillows | Display Box | Art Poster | Potted Onion Grass | Mirrored Side Table | Shooting Stars Ceiling Lamp | Side Table | Wood Tray | Coffee Table Ottoman | Edgy Votive

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