If you're looking to experience a bit of Classic Glam style on your next trip, or just want to take inspiration from how hotels make use of the aesthetic, these hotels won't disappoint. More

One classic way to add a bit of glam to a room is by accenting with gold. In a pieces both big and small, the shiny hue captures the eye and gives off a luxe effect. More

Wallpaper is one of the easiest ways to inject classic glam style into your space. Having wallpaper is a commitment that shows ownership over a space and inherently lends itself to being a luxury item in a home. From flocked damask to animal prints to metallics dripping in gold, this roundup of wallpapers is a glamorous combination of textures and patterns. More

Here's another one for the kiddies: the trick was to make something whimsical in a room for a new baby, please the guests when it doubles as a spare room, and not look like dining room wallpaper. More

I find relaxation very stressful. I am at my happiest when constantly engaged. (I have nerve-wracking memories of childhood vacations spent laying on the beach and thinking, "Why is my family making me lay on this beach and get sunburned? There are places to go, things to see! The world is spinning on without me!") What I want most out of a space is to be inspired, so I prefer to surround myself with color and glamour and items of age. More

Don't get me wrong, I don't have a scrap of pink or purple in my own house. And my walls haven't seen floral since my childhood in the 80s. There is something appealing however about taking a left turn from your usual decor and embracing the opposite once in awhile. We all get in ruts, and it's nice to branch out.

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My absolute favorite annual issue of House Beautiful comes out next week - it's all about Small Spaces and never fails to inspire and educate. I just got this amazing sneak peek of a truly wonderful home featured this year - can you believe this is a one-room NYC studio? It's the shrink-ray version of a grand manor house. More

Take a look through some of our recent House Tours, and it becomes clear that classic glam is a look that is here in a big way. Touches of gold, elegantly patterned wallpapers, tufted headboards and chairs — the details are classic, but the look is modern. More

Paint is usually the go-to choice when you want to quickly transform an old piece of furniture. And with good reason — it's an inexpensive and quick solution. But if you're interested in mega-drama and are willing to invest a bit more time, then turn your attention to gilding. More

Empire chandeliers, with their theatrical and opulent crystal beading, are a fun alternative to the traditional chandelier look. At the high end, whether antique or reproduction, these beaded beauties can be very pricy. Happily, there are a handful of great DIY options out there — as well as some decent and affordable modern day knock-offs that use less expensive materials but look pretty fab. More