Dinner party season approaches. That means polishing the silver and updating your friends' addresses. But it also means the fun stuff, like choosing table settings and coming up with decorations. I love a table that feels special and festive, but not stuffy or overly fussy. Here, cool greens mix well with the warmth of gold, and varied prints keep it lively. If you get too giddy from champagne, the worn wood table will bring you back down to earth.
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There is a deep cultural chasm in this country, and it involves the highly divisive and hotly debated issue of hostess gifts. Some say consumables are the only option; anything else brings needless stuff into our lives. Others like a nice tangible token of thanks, and see it as a gracious gesture.
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When setting a casual table to entertain, keeping the color palette simple can create a more elegant look. If a modern and graphic black and white look is what you are going for, why not throw in a few quirky pieces among the elegant and simple items? More

I love rocks. Not the shiny ones you wear on your finger, but minerals, in strange shapes and exotic colors, glittering dully in a cave behind a waterfall somewhere. I love them in the home, where their lovely texture and unusual shapes make them simultaneously luxe and modern. Here are some ideas for bringing a little natural beauty into your abode — no matter your budget. More

With everything that has been happening in the past week, I'm starting to feel like we could all use a bit of good cheer. What better way to embrace the brighter days ahead than with some confetti print décor. Colorful, celebratory and just plain fun it's a trend that works well in both big and small doses. More

Geometric lines, crosses and arrow prints in neon colors, pinks, bright yellows and mint green. Not traditionally Autumnal, but still really on trend - which makes them fun for entertaining, no matter what the weather is outside.
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Floral patterns are one of the original motifs in decorating with versions found in nearly every time period. They bring a bit of the natural world indoors and are a simple way to introduce the color palette of your choice. From vivid primary colors, to muted tones, to soft shades like blush, the possibilities are endless and never look out of place. Check below the jump for a few modern floral picks. More

Lately I can't get enough of the rich, dark drama of black and gold. In yesterday's roundup of black and gold interiors, spaces with black walls and gold accents figured prominently — but what if you're just wanting to dip a toe into the black and gold pool, without painting a whole wall? More

Maybe you've been inspired by our dorm style posts, but your budget is super restrictive. With you in mind, we've created a couple rooms where everything, all together, is no more than 100 dollars. More

Dorm rooms don't have to be all cheerful florals and turquoise plaids. This room combines dark colors and luxe materials for a look that's equal parts feminine and mysterious.
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