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How to Score Amazing Vintage Furniture Deals on eBay

I’m currently on the hunt for a few “new” vintage finds for my place and have been spending hours on eBay in search of the perfect pieces. I’ve had great success finding vintage furniture and accessories on eBay so I thought I would share a few of my best tips and tricks to help you score amazing pieces for yourself!

My vintage coffee table from eBay. Similar here. 

1. OPTIMIZE YOUR SEARCH TERMS
eBay filters search results using keywords so using strategic search terms is incredibly important. Also keep in mind that one seller’s credenza may be another seller’s …

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Zoe Bios Creative

Last month I went to the NY NOW trade show which showcases the newest products in home and I discovered a really great resource for cool art called Zoe Bios Creative. The Los Angeles based art collective has been around for a few years and creates their own original designs as well as represents a handful of talented artists. All of the pieces are available in limited editions – only 100 of each design are ever available making each piece unique and coveted.  There are tons of abstract paintings and watercolors as well as photography, drawings and even decorative …

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Shop My Former Loves on Hunter’s Alley!

I decorated my apartment about 6 years ago and while it’s comfortable and stylish enough I’ve been itching for change so I’ve decided to redecorate!  And that means I’m also cleaning house so I’m teaming up with Hunter’s Alley  –  a new online marketplace where you can shop and sell home decor – to host a “Former Loves” sale! I’m unloading a number of treasures including some of my gently used personal items as well as a number of brand new pieces that I’ve had sitting in storage. The photo below gives a peek at some of the items that …

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Domino’s Spring Issue is Here and it’s All About Color!

The new, Spring issue of Domino is here! Have you had a chance to check it out? I just got my hands on a copy and have to say that it is really good! The issue is all about color and provided lots of inspiration for me because I am redecorating (!) and am working with a much bolder color palette which I am excited about. Can’t wait to share more on that!  In the meantime, here’s a peek at two of my favorite stories from Domino’s latest issue which both happen to be projects designed by very talented friends …

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Trending: Lupita Nyong’o and Her ‘Nairobi Blue’ Prada Dress at the Oscars

Like the rest of the universe, I am completely smitten with Academy Award winner (!) Lupita Nyong’o. Aside from her undeniable talent and outstanding performance as Patsey in 12 Years a Slave, Lupita’s beauty, style and grace along with her Cinderella story has captured our hearts so it’s no surprise that all eyes were on her at the Oscars. The entire world was rooting for her to win the award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. It’s also a fact that Lupita has been killing it on the red carpet this awards season so the world was also waiting …

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American Dream Builders: A First Look at Nate Berkus’ New TV Show


Nate Berkus‘ new TV series is finally here!  American Dream Builders is a one-hour design competition show, where 12 interior designers and home builders take over a neighborhood and compete to renovate two homes from the ground up in just 5 days. They are judged on the end result and each week a member of the losing team is sent home. In the final episode, the last two designers standing will renovate two luxury homes to showcase their design style and one will be crowned America’s Dream Builder. I’m really looking forward to this because with so many budget-focused …