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:

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.

Add some bright ikat throw pillows to your sofa.

Lacefield Designs Bombay Raspberry Throw Pillow

And hang a new mirror on the wall.

Oomph Newport Mirror

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

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What’s Hot: Lagon Dinnerware Featured in Elle Decor

Friday, May 11th, 2012

If you haven’t seen the April issue of Elle Decor yet, hurry to a newsstand! The issue is devoted to international design, a topic we’re very fond of here at Gracious Style. There are so many beautiful, exotic interiors with tips on how to add an international flair to your own decorating.
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As Seen in Traditional Home: Blue Dragon Dinnerware

Friday, May 11th, 2012

2012 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese Zodiac, and to celebrate Traditional Home Magazine went wild with dragon themed accessories. Included in the roundup was one of our favorites, Blue Dragon Dinnerware by Mottahedeh:
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Los Angeles Chef Yang Soon’s Favorite Dinnerware

Tuesday, April 10th, 2012

If you live in Los Angeles, you’ve probably heard of Father’s Office. The popular bar and restaurant is well known for refusing to put ketchup on their gourmet burgers, which have been called the best in the world.
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As Seen in House Beautiful: Mottehedeh’s Tea for Two

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012

The March issue of House Beautiful is entirely devoted to the color green …

… and one of their favorite green items is Mottahedeh‘s Tea for Two ($340).  This set includes two tea cups, two saucers, a teapot and a sugar bowl, all stacked into a compact little sculpture:

Tea for Two in Apple Lace

As House Beautiful says, “Even if teatime is just a romantic dream, this stacking set will be eye candy on your kitchen shelf.”

We couldn’t agree more! Tea for Two will be available starting in April, but you can preorder sets now on our website. It comes in two colors, Apple Lace (shown above) and Cornflower Lace (pictured below with a medium fluted tray, not included.)

Tea for Two in Cornflower Lace

They are so pretty, they might just inspire you to relax and have some tea with a good friend.