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Ask Nicole: Where Can I Find a Stylish & Affordable Etagere?


Reader Rachel Murray writes:

Dear Nicole,
My fiancé and I have just moved in together and are having a problem finding a fashionable bookcase for our library. We live in a condo with limited space and want to find an affordable and chic piece that has staying power. We love the large Oly Stella Etagere but it is double our maximum budget. Can you help us find an affordable alternative?

Thank you,
Rachel

Hi Rachel! It’s actually quite difficult to find beautiful and affordable etageres with a similar brass or gold leaf look. The reason is because the labor and …

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Talking Design on HuffPost Live!

Yesterday I stopped by HuffPost Live to talk all things interior design! In the clip, I share a bit about my career background plus a few of my top decorating tips and  ideas for living a more stylish life!  Click to watch the full interview!  …

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Style Spotting at High Point Market + Some Miles Redd Eye Candy

If you follow me on Instagram you probably know that for the past few days I’ve been in North Carolina at the Spring ’14 High Point Market which is the world’s largest home furnishings trade show where buyers, designers, editors and industry trend experts come to check out the latest in home. It happens twice yearly in Spring and Fall and is sort of like Fashion Week for our industry.  I’ll be posting a few of my favorite finds from market on the High Point Market Authority Pinterest board which you can find here and, of course, you can follow …

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Cute Artwork Idea for a Kid’s Room + Get the Look

I stopped by the DwellStudio flagship store in SoHo recently and spotted this adorable little vignette featuring the brand’s newest Safari & Treetops nursery bedding collections. But aside from the bedding what really caught my eye was the artwork above the crib which is actually just a bunch of vintage children’s books mounted and framed in a shadowbox which is such a simple and creative idea that would add a lot of color and personality to any kid’s room. You can easily replicate this idea by scouting for vintage books at your local flea markets or on eBay and then …

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16 Stylish Umbrella Stands & Accessories to Brighten Up Your Entryway for Spring

Spring is finally here but before the sun starts shining brighter and the flowers start to bloom we must inevitably prepare for some soggy April showers. It’s the perfect excuse to add some cheer to your entryway at home by updating it with a stylish umbrella stand paired with a colorful umbrella for you in a fun print that reflects your personal style. Take a cue from designer Ashley Whittaker whose entryway above is accented with a simple white ceramic stand in a lattice pattern and of course she made sure that the umbrellas inside coordinate with her fabulous wallpaper…

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How to Style a Super Chic Coffee Table

One of the easiest ways to switch up your living room décor at no cost is to re-style your coffee table. My coffee table is one of my favorite finds from eBay and I re-style the tabletop every couple of weeks because I love to switch up the look. Even the smallest change such as swapping out the books on display, somehow makes the room feel fresh and new again. If you’re looking to create a stylish coffee tablescape at home that’s just as picture perfect as the ones in your favorite glossy magazines, below are the must-haves you’ll need……