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Sale Alert: Marimekko's Semiannual Sale
From now through July 15, save big on some of your favorite Marimekko designs. I'd make haste, though: sale prices are limited to supply on hand, which is quite limited! I'm very tempted by this Marimekko Kissanminttu Fabric (on sale for $31.50).
Home Library: Plants and Their Application to Ornament
Anyone with a little design savvy, flower-philia, or an appreciation for the way that flowers' shapes lend themselves to pattern will covet Plants and Their Application to Ornament. This reprint of Eugène Grasset 's 1897 design book features amazing botanical illustrations of a variety of flowers, from water lilies to lilacs. Each flower illustration is adapted as a pattern for use in such home design applications as rugs, stained glass windows, metalwork, and tile work.
Midday Muse: Flowers for Tomboys
The inspiration I'm getting from this limited-edition print by Oregon artist Yellena? A floral design that manages to be tough and dainty at the same time. I love the combination of girly colors, like hot pink, with tomboy shades that remind me of dirt.
Nice and New: Black-and-White Ikea Billy Bookcase
Chances are, you or someone you know has owned an Ikea Billy Bookcase ($59.99 to $79.00) at one time or another. The shelves are perfectly basic, big, and sturdy, and, therefore, wildly popular with bargain-seekers everywhere.
Now, in addition to black, silver, white, and various wood stains, you can get the Billy Bookcase in a black-and-white floral pattern for a mere $59.99.
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Nice and New: Barbara Hulanicki Flock For Graham & Brown
Legendary fashion designer Barbara Hulanicki, who founded the iconic London boutique Biba in the '60s, is taking her signature art-nouveau style to the walls. She has created Graham & Brown's Flocked Collection, including five exclusive flocked wallpaper designs — Skulls, Ophelia, Shoes, Baroque, and Antoinette. Flocked wallpaper has a history over three centuries long.
Trend Alert: Moody Knits
I know you've heard about moody florals, but what about moody knits? These dark pieces are a far cry from the ones your auntie knits for you every holiday. Moody sweaters have an ominous tinge to them via slashes, open weaving, and gloomy patterns.
Come Party With Me: Gossip Girl Premiere — The Look
You don't need to go all out with crazy decorations for a Gossip Girl season premiere party, but I do recommend cleaning your living room. A neat space will make you and your guests feel more comfortable. Give everyone their own folding tray table and floral-printed serving tray.
Ask Casa: Help Me Find an Affordable Rug That We Both Love
Hi Casa,
My boyfriend and I are furnishing his apartment, and are having trouble finding a rug we both like! The furniture we have already bought is modern, but I like to mix modern with more traditional accents so that in five years we don't hate the look we created. To do that, I want to get a rug that isn't too modern, but isn't very traditional (I've ruled out ultra-geometric patterns and he's ruled out florals).
Flowery Victoria and Her Four Cute Beckham Boys Lunch in LA
Victoria and David Beckham brought their three boys out for lunch in LA yesterday. VB wore a fairly uncharacteristic outfit — floral patterns aren't the norm for perfectly put-together Posh — but she looked fantastic in her wrap dress with blue pumps and a Birkin to match. Cruz and Romeo took a ride in dad's arms while Brooklyn walked close behind.
Avril Lavigne Wants You to Be Your Own Star
Punky princess Avril Lavigne just added some new notes to her repertoire — she now has her own fragrance, Black Star ($26), available at Kohl's. I caught up with Avril about the scent, her creative process, and her message. To find out what she had to say, just read more
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