I haven't posted a house tour in awhile, which I always enjoy, and I hope you do as well. This is the DC town home of furniture designer and decorator Darryl Carter, whose motto is "less is more." As opposed to accumulating "stuff" as years go by, the contents of the home have been cut in half over the last several years.I think this kitchen is great. It has a mix of clean modern lines, but with some cozy elements, like the antique Italian étagère and the wooden bar chairs.I don't like scru... Read Full Story

Parisa Mahmoudi! Congratulations Parisa! Please email me at ashley@decorologyblog.com with your shipping address, and I'll get that off to you ASAP!Thanks for joining everyone - I'll have a new book giveaway for you next week, so you'll have another chance to win! Read Full Story

I was given a really unique sample of candles, and their scents are based on the color palette of your room! Over a week I tested each of them and one thing I definitely noticed was how nuanced they are. I am no scent connoisseur, but they are all complex and not too strong, or too weak. I did have a favorite though, and that was the Gray-tone candle. I think that definitely fits me. Though I like striking accent colors, I will always start with a foundation of a calm, serene color. I use... Read Full Story

I discovered Nicole Hollis in Metropolitan Home's November issue. I really liked what I saw and looked her up online to find more pictures to share with you guys. What do you think?Isn't this staircase just beautiful?One thing I picked up on right away was how versatile her work is.via Nicole Hollis Read Full Story

I think this bookcase is so beautiful. And what a wonderful answer to those of us who like the organic lines of vintage style but also the clean design that modern furnishings provide. What do you think?I found out via Design Milk that the price isn't actually jaw-dropping. If you live in LA, you'll pay 2,099 USD + freight. For pricing to where you are you'll have to email them.What do you think of the bookcase?For more info visit their website Read Full Story

I'm going to Morocco in January, and I couldn't be more excited. I've wanted to go ever since the first time I ate at a Moroccan restaurant in NYC. I saw a beautiful ad for this hotel in Marrakech, called "La Mamounia" in House Beautiful, and I decided to see if there were more pics online. Granted, I have a hostel budget, but I can dream!mmm...Moroccan food....I can't wait to see the architecture!Beautiful, no?via La Mamounia Read Full Story

I try not to post unrelated (non-home decorating) pictures, but ideeli has some really great sales going on, and with the holidays coming soon I thought I'd share!First, if you aren't a member use this link and sign up for free.These are my favorite from a few of the sales:Olia jewelryApepazza shoes2b. RychVerigo Paris sweatersHere's the link again! Read Full Story

I found this gallery on Better Homes and Gardens, and I wanted to share with you my favorite ideas! Hope you see something inspiring!I always have lots of hooks on hand because they are a life saver in kitchens. NYC apartments have maybe 4 cabinets on average, though I've dealt with less, and having items hanging from the walls is VERY handy, and makes for a nice cottage look.Flea market finds like the section of iron fence, or the grate as a pot rack, make for inexpensive DIY projects.Inst... Read Full Story

I have a really great sale code for you guys - Serena & Lily is holding a 5-day (Nov. 12-16th) 25 % off sale (bedding, fabrics, gifts, accessories). The code is FALLFRIENDS25 at checkout. Here are some of my favorites and you can see another post I did featuring them here.I love all their mix and match patterns and colorsIf you want to browse what they have go to Serena and Lily and enter FALLFRIENDS25 to get 25% off. Enjoy! Read Full Story

I first found this adorable pine cone turkey idea over at the Simplified Bee, and thought to myself, "that is soooo cute, and so my mom!" It's also wonderful because we have everything except the pipe cleaners; pine cones in the woods and feathers around the chicken and turkey coups.via Simplified Bee via Martha StewartIsn't it cute?!I love this too...all of these ideas are fast and easy but so elegant!Click here to see all of these plus more and how-to'svery elegantvia Simplified BeeAnd jus... Read Full Story