Holiday
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Mother Nature, The Original Muse
I created the inspiration board below for a client this week. The concept of “bespoke-modern-organic” is specific to this particular project, but it’s also an underlying theme I try to channel in my work. I often find that design is at its best when it is inspired by something true and natural. And I don’t mean conservative. Mother nature is not exactly bourgeoisie; she rocks some pretty crazy stuff. She informs some of the most interesting, avant garde art and design. She’s the perfect muse. Samples of stone slabs and my Christmas wrapping from last year. The “bloom” of the coolest plant ever, Asclepias…
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Personal Shopper – Summer Holiday
I think I could be a personal shopper in another life. It’s like my day job, but with clothes. And with the social calendar of summer in full swing, there are a bevy of opportunities for crafting looks that suit the occasion. The coming holiday weekend alone could demand a half dozen “fashion-scapes”. With that in mind, I have styled four summer looks for my Luxe & Lucid readers. And although my own ensembles typically consist of a mix of labels and price points, each of the outfits below has been culled from a single source or shopping district to make your purchase all the less painless. That’s what…
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A Love Letter to my Mother
As we all know, Mothers’ Day is Sunday. An important day despite those who chalk it up to a Hallmark fabrication. What could be more valuable than honoring the woman who brought you into the world? For me, that woman is Bonnie Dickinson Huntley. AKA, Bonnie Lou. In terms of mother-daughter similarities, there aren’t many. She is a petite five feet tall, has dark hair, blue eyes and a sweet, effervescent demeanor. Me, not so much. I’m 5’-7”, fair, brown-eyed, feisty and ambitious. She would tell you that comes from my father (and she’d be right). But because of our differences, I think we have a more dynamic perspective…
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True Romance
I am fortunate – especially this time of year – to have the two words above feature prominently in my life. But it wasn’t always the case. I know how lackluster single life can be regardless of how much one relishes his or her freedom. Love and happiness do, no doubt, go hand in hand. But that doesn’t mean you can’t imbue your reality with some of the magic of romance sans sig-other. It comes down to simple things like finding beauty and stirring the senses. As a designer, I do this for a living, so I found alternate avenues to joy when I was on my own. Below are…
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Stocking Stuffers a la Georgetown
I am fortunate enough to live in Georgetown – an urban village in DC with cobblestone streets, historic architecture, charming restaurants and fabulous shopping – the perfect setting for Christmas. So as things quiet down, I'm going to grab a latté, enjoy my city, and pick up stocking stuffers from my favorite vendors. Below are nine items you may want to pick up for yourself. But buyers beware, some of these items are one of a kind and I may have already beaten you to the punch. ; ) 1. J. CREW 3222 M Street NW leather driving gloves 2. JEWELERS’ WERK 3319 Cady’s Alley…
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Tip deLuxe
GIFT GIVING – HOLIDAY 2010 OK people, here it is. Luxe & Lucid’s holiday shopping guide for 2010. I realize it’s the 11th hour, but don’t tell me you don’t have a little shopping left to do. If not, I hate you. If so, great! Because the list below is going to get you excited and encourage more spending. Your wallet may not thank me, but your friends and family will. Happy Holidays! THE ROMANTIC You may not be a romantic yourself, but it’s awfully fun to buy for those who are. Look for dramatic and drop dead gorgeous items. …
