This month, we're on the lookout for chic Paris escapes, anticipated design book releases, series premieres, interesting exhibitions, and design products that celebrate the color green. Take a look at the items that are inspiring us this month and see if there are any that you simply must have. Read more

West Elm's Spring 2012 collection is almost here, but for those who can't wait, I've rounded up my top picks for the new season! Hitting stores and ecommerce during the first week of January, the new Spring collection is filled with vibrant colors, ethnic textiles, classic prints, and beautiful ceramics. New collaborations, such as an exclusive line of eco-friendly, nonstick pots and pans made by Read more

If you've ever been inside one of West Elm's stores, you know how inspiring they can be. From the products to the staging, it's enough to make you want to buy everything in sight. Tomorrow, the chain is bringing that inspiration to our nation's capital with its first-ever pop-up shop in Georgetown. Check out the slideshow for a sneak peek of what's in store, along with plenty of decorating ideas Read more

West Elm recently offered readers a sneak peek at its Fall collection, and I've already identified several must-have items for my home. You can shop the West Elm Fall preview collection in full here. First, take a look at what I'm loving, and then let me know if you agree with my faves, or if you think I'm missing out on some essentials from the Fall collection sneak peek. Read more

I love the designer collaborations that West Elm has recently launched with the likes of Stray Dog Designs, Lourdes Sanchez, and David Stark, among others, and the upcoming Allegra Hicks for West Elm partnership is no exception. If you're anxious to take a look at the collection — and maybe snap up a few items — great news: you can do so through Elle Decor. With dreamy nature-inspired colors, Read more

Ready to revive your patio for the Spring and Summer seasons? Start with some great seating. I've found options for pairing bistro tables as well as more laid-back loungers. Take a look, then snap one up. Come on — sit down and stay for a while. Read more

Ready for another peek at what's new for Summer 2011 at West Elm? So far, we've taken a look at the Stray Dog collection and the Dexter outdoor furniture collection. Today, though, I'm really excited to share West Elm's all-new kitchen collection. With a Scandinavian-inspired, colorfully modern dishware collection as well as a more organic and handmade collection, there's something to suit your Read more