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Cabo San Lucas: Inspired for Home

Posted on July 11, 2011 | 3 comments

Mark and I just returned (last week) from a few days in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.  It is called el paraiso entre los mares, Paradise between the seas, and it was.
We stayed at the Hilton Los Cabos and enjoy every maragarita, chip loaded with salsa and guacamole, and view.  Luckily, the hotel was designed so that nearly wherever you stood, sat, or lounged (it’s a vacation!) there was a beautiful view.
Now was more pleasant that the view from the hotel lobby’s bar La Vista.

Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort

By now you know my affinity for the Missoni stripe (which this wasn’t exactly, but it is certianly similar).  The bold colors, fabulous patterns, and pops of light really inspired me to bring this fun, festive ambiance home.

Start with a statement making piece of furniture, eye catching lighting, playful colors in the accessories (rugs and pillows), and of course the requisite margaritas glasses.

If this look feels muy bueno to you, here’s the details:

Top, L – R: Capiz Pendant at Pottery Barn,  Spruce Street Chair by Serena & Lily

Middle, L – R: Dash and Albert Negril Stripe Rug at Velocity, DuraClear Margarita Set at WilliamsSonoma, Julius Grass Storage Ottoman by CB2, notNeutral Season Hurricanes at DesignPublic

Bottom, L – R: Ada Watermelon Fabric by CalicoCorner, Magnificat Avocado Fabric by CalicoCorner, Ikat Fret by Robert Allen Fabrics at CalicoCorner, Abyla Pink Linen Fabric at Calico Corner

The best part of travel is the mental souvenir of inspiration, new recipes and new ideas.  More Cabo influence and inspiration to come!

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Beverly Hills: Get the Look

Posted on May 31, 2011 | Leave a comment

I regaled you with the high glamor experience of the Beverly Hilton, but what if you want to live like you’re on vacation?

This is the guest room and bathroom at the Beverly Hilton.

The Beverly Hilton

The Beverly Hilton

Here is how to assemble the look at your own home, whether in California or Kalamazoo.

Get the Look…

Bedroom, From L-R: Camden Nailhead Headboard at Ballard Designs, Serena Bench at Ballard Designs, Hotel Collection Champagne Bedding at Macy’s, Hotel Collection Blanket at Macy’s, Crystal Ball Table Lamp at Neiman Marcus

Bathroom, From L-R: DKNY All Wrapped Up Robe at Net-A-Porter, “Elise” Dressing Mirror at Horchow, Sussex Tube Sconce at Pottery Barn, Hotel Spa Waffle Towels at Bed, Bath & Beyond, White Phaleonopsis at Gump’s, Winthrop Mirror at Bed, Bath &  Beyond

Luxe living, at home – c’est chic!

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