Archive for the ‘Decorating’ Category

Spotted in House Beautiful: Jacqui has Exotic Flair

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

Bungalow 5′s Jacqui Coffee Table is a versatile mix of modern and traditional elements. It looks great in a variety of settings – even with a Moroccan-inspired ikat theme! This cozy bedroom seating area was featured in the May issue of House Beautiful:

Bedroom by Christina Murphy. Photo by Jonny Valiant for House Beautiful.

Interior design by Christina Murphy. Photo by Jonny Valiant for House Beautiful.

 

For a low-key version of this bold look, start with a unique coffee table. The Jacqui comes in white, black or lime green.

Bungalow 5 Jacqui Coffee Table
Bungalow 5 Jacqui Coffee Table

 

Add some bright ikat throw pillows to your sofa.

Bombay Raspberry Throw Pillow

Lacefield Designs Bombay Raspberry Throw Pillow

 

And hang a new mirror on the wall.

 

Oomph Newport Mirror

Oomph Newport Mirror

 

In no time, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation!

1,000 Places to See Before You Die

1,000 Places to See Before You Die

 

Bring Home Luxury Hotel Linens (Without Smuggling Them in Your Suitcase)

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

What’s your favorite part of staying at a luxury hotel? For some, it’s the fluffy towels; for others, the soft white sheets. In fact, Forbes Travel Guide reports that towels and sheets are some of the most often stolen items from luxury hotels.

You don’t need to risk arrest to take home the same luxurious products used in your favorite hotels, however. These same quality linens are available to purchase here at Gracious Style. We can even ship them right to your door!
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Top 10: Decorating with Coral Accessories

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

Maybe it’s because we’re dreaming of a tropical getaway (it is the middle of winter, after all) but we’re slightly obsessed with coral themed accessories.  In any color, coral is a beautiful way to bring a bit of nature into your home. It also fits in well with a nautical or beach theme … even a dreaming-of-the-beach theme.
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Beautiful In Blue: New Cristobal Marine Dinnerware

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

If you like the Cristobal collection from Raynaud, you’re going to love this. The coral themed dinnerware and giftware line, designed by Alberto Pinto, now comes in a new color. We already love it in Coral:
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Tired of Red and Green? Ideas for a Rustic Holiday Table

Friday, December 9th, 2011

We’ve been seeing a lot of nature-inspired holiday decor lately.  They’re great if you want a festive, but low-key, look.  Here are some great natural and rustic accessories for your own table:
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