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Black washed walls are hardly macabre or Halloween themed. Instead, black paint, whether shiny or matte, can create a variety of moods including homey, modern, or chic. Don't believe me? See the versatility of black interiors, and have the courage to try it out on your own home. Read more
While many of us are reluctant to stray from the whites and neutrals that currently adorn our walls, there can be a big payoff when you go for bold color. Not sure whether to believe me? Then check out these dark wall colors and wallpapers to see what I mean. You might just be convinced! Read more
Kate Moss covered up a black bikini for a spread in the June/July issue of Harper's Bazaar. She posed for photographer Terry Richardson on the beach in Jamaica for the magazine, which hits newsstands May 29. When she's not traveling for work, Kate's been sticking close to home in London with her husband Jamie Hince. The couple stepped out earlier this week for a Marie Curie Cancer Care Read more
Are you watching The Borgias series on Showtime? The show merges the sexiness of Renaissance-era opulence with the scandal of a crime family saga, telling the story of the infamous Borgia family, whose corrupt patriarch, Rodrigo Borgia, gained political power in 15th century Italy. To kick off the premiere of the second season, Showtime selected designers in 10 cities to create gorgeous Read more
Black isn't my go-to paint color of choice, but the next time I decide to mount a glaring television on my wall, I'll reconsider the moody shade. In the March/April issue of Lonny, homeowner Jennifer Bandier's bedroom small screen was treated to a clever camouflage thanks to a coat of black paint. Surrounded by an array of photographs with white mats and black frames, the oft-inconspicuous flat Read more
Watching The Hunger Games at a press preview, both Angela and I were scrambling to jot down notes on the fantastic set design showcased in the film. Now, we have the answers to all of our set design questions. Set decorator for The Hunger Games Larry Dias was integral in making the film come to life, from the Appalachia-inspired homes seen in District 12 to the opulent palace of President Snow. Read more
Get into the swing of things with some cool hanging chairs. Learn how to style your house so it looks like it's in a magazine. J. Crew creative director Jenna Lyons sold her gorgeous Park Slope house. Here's what you need to consider when decorating your entry. Live in a high-rise with interiors by MissoniHome. Check out some amazing tips for living large in a small space. Mitt Romney's Read more
I'm excited to present a post from guest writer, eco lifestyle expert, and all-around awesome guy Danny Seo. As a former magazine editor, I produced and styled dozens of decorating and entertaining stories for a number of publications including Country Home, Better Homes & Gardens, Elle, Everyday With Rachael Ray, and InStyle. Every shoot was different than the next one in terms of style Read more
Everyone can use advice on how to save money while styling a home, and this article from Houzz focuses on just that. Whether you're putting down roots in a new space or are looking to change things up, these words of decorating wisdom will teach you how to get the most from what you purchase. Figure out when it's worth it to splurge and when it makes sense to save Usually, we think of decorative Read more
We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: Colored mascara has always had pretty tacky associations. But the electric blue lashes at Stella McCartney's Fall show in Paris were actually pretty gorgeous. "[Stella] said, 'I love when girls wear colored mascara'," explained makeup artist Pat McGrath backstage. The striking purple-cobalt shade they came up with was fun and youthful Read more
