Le vert émeraude et le rose, lorsque combinés, produisent l’un de deux résultat: soit un décor über-preppy, digne d’un country club, soit un décor féminin et élégant comme celui-ci. Je vote pour le second… et vous?

source: Elle Espana

Hi, Gabrielle from Savvy Home here again! Have you ever noticed how fashion designers always seem to have the best offices? Whether it’s because they infuse their fashion sense into their decor or because we just associate working in fashion as something inherently glamorous (or maybe because they hire the best interior designers) – whatever it is – it’s always a great starting point for inspiration when decorating a home office.

Following that logic, it seems only natural that the best place to start is in the home of one of fashion’s most iconic woman, Diane Von Furstenberg’s Paris apartment. Sure you may say she had quite the budget and the help of a legendary decorator (in this case François Catroux) – all true – but wherever there is good design, there is inspiration.

1. If you don’t love your desk but can’t afford a new one, make a full-length table skirt out of quality linen.

2. Never hesitate to place your desk in front on a window. Who likes to stare at a wall when working?

3. Keeping textiles and walls a warm shade of neutral will give the room coherence and elegance.

4. Unless you work in your home office full-time, an upholstered antique chair is perfectly fine. Just make sure that the chair is the right height (6-7 inches between the bottom of the desk and the top of the chair).

5. If you’re going to be moving (or rolling) your chair around a lot, choose a flatweave or cowhide rug.

6. A sofa, big or small, fills even the narrowest of spaces, and it’s great to have when you need a break.

7. Use a throw that’s comfortable yet stylish, like a suzani, to add color.

8. Don’t forget to add one or two side tables around the space on which to prop books or paperwork.

9. Try a gallery wall of black and white photography for a sense of glamour and intimacy.

10. Fresh flowers are always a nice accent. Buy fresh bunches of classic flowers (like peonies) at the market.

How have you glammed up your office?

See you next week!

Gabrielle | Savvy Home

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That’s it folks I am officially a year older, but a lady never tells what age that is. And what better way to celebrate than with one of my favourite colour. Last year, orange (or Tangerine Tango if we speak in Pantone’s terms) was everywhere as it was elevated to the “colour of the year” status, but now that it has given its throne to this year’s emerald green, we see little of it. Well, I say bring back the orange… especially if it involves a few of these iconic orange boxes. Wouldn’t you say?

Thank you lovelies for all the birthday wishes yesterday, my Facebook profile is still buzzing with hugs and kisses.

xoxo

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source: Sköna Hem

Hi, Gabrielle from Savvy Home here again! With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it seemed fitting to talk about peaceful bedroom retreats, for those few moments moms get to themselves in a day. Luckily, I recently stumbled upon just the right space. No need for fancy extra-large master suites with expansive dressing rooms and ensuites here. This space is all about the simple comforts that make a house a home.

Southerners have mastered the art of hospitality and so it seems logical that Charleston-based southern belle  Hanna Seabrook of the beautiful blog Gadabout knows a thing of two about southern comfort.

1. An upholstered headboard is by far the most comfortable type of headboard there is.

2. Quality sheets really make a difference. I’d love to get a set of Matouk one day, but these sheets are soft too.

3. A variety of pillows ranging from european to throw pillows makes it easier to get comfortable in bed.

4. Antique chests make great bedside tables if your space is limited. They’re spacious and always look good.

5. Bedside lamps are a must. Opt for classic shapes and quality shades.

6. Gallery walls can really frame a bed if it looks lost against a big white wall.

7. Fresh flowers in the bedroom are extra special. I love waking up to a fresh bouquet.

8. Trays and catch-alls are practical for throwing jewelry or loose change away at the end of the day.

9. Wicker Baskets stored underneath the bedside tables are incredible for quickly putting away the mess. They’re especially useful when you have children.

10. And because it’s Mother’s Day, you should always have a large tray at hand for breakfasts in bed, or simply for reading essentials.

Do you like the southern charm of this feminine bedroom?

See you next week!

Gabrielle | Savvy Home

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