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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Design Your Own Furniture with A Little Oomph

Friday, May 11th, 2012

What’s green, American, and oh-so-chic?  Oomph’s stylish line of modern furniture! We love this collection of tables, chairs and mirrors – because every room could use a little ‘oomph’!

The oomph designers take inspiration from the seaside.

Oomph was founded by Amy Rice, Patty Hopple and Louise Brooks. These stylish women believe that simple elements of great design can totally transform any room. Their designs have been featured in everything from House Beautiful and Traditional Home to Garden and Gun and Oprah Magazine.  It’s not hard to see why: Their side tables are like tiny jewels that pack a big style punch:

Tini II Stone Side Table

When was the last time you saw a good-looking backgammon table?

Backgammon table in Club Navy

oomph Chairs are hand-made by a family of artisans who have been working their trade for generations. Comfortable and beautifully constructed, they will be a stylish addition to any room in your home.

Tufted Favorite Chair

Oomph throw pillows are hand-sewn with careful attention to detail in oomph’s New England workroom. Filled with down and feathers and made using Quadrille fabrics, they’re perfect for adding a pop of color to every room.

oomph throw pillows

Oomph’s furniture, mirrors and pillows are carefully color-coordinated so you can have a beautiful room without agonizing over color matching.

All of oomph’s pieces are made to order in their workshop in Connecticut.  Skilled artisans construct each table from sustainable, plantation-grown poplar.

Most pieces are available in your of 16 high-gloss lacquer colors and are customizable with a range of surface finishes, including “gator” and natural raffia. To help you choose, there’s a handy lacquer color and surface swatch deck available for only $50.  And once you’ve made your choice, your piece will be ready to enjoy in just 6-8 weeks.  Not bad for custom furniture!

Click here to see our entire oomph collection.

Star-Crossed Sculpture: Royal Copenhagen’s Zodiacs

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

Whether you’re an astrology aficionado or simply appreciate beautiful sculpture, the latest series of figurines by Royal Copenhagen will capture your fancy. Rendered in fine porcelain, they depict the twelve signs of the zodiac with classical grace and form.
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And Now for Something Refreshing … Marvis Italian Toothpaste

Friday, May 4th, 2012

You surround yourself in luxury with fine bed linens, bath towels, and luxe, beautifully scented cleaning products. Why should brushing your teeth be any different? Pamper your pearly whites and your tastebuds with Marvis Toothpaste. Made in Italy using a traditional recipe, Marvis whitens, protects, and cleans your teeth with seven couture flavors like Ginger Mint and Amarelli Licorice.
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How to Care for Denim (Tips for Darks and Whites)

Wednesday, April 25th, 2012

In L.A., wearing jeans is practically a requirement.  We invest a lot in our denim, so we’ve learned how to care of it.  Here are our tried-and-true formulas.
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