I had so much fun the other night diving into Amazon for some outdoor furniture for a client project! Before I knew it, I had dozens of tabs open and several mood boards brewing! Designing outdoor spaces is so much fun—I mean, who doesn’t love turning a backyard into an extension of…
These are the POWER COUPLES of our homes!
I love a good power couple! These combinations are like peanut butter and jelly… Mac and cheese… you know… a real winning pair! I think when it comes to our homes the real “power couples” are the vases and greenery or florals we pair up. They really bring so much to any…
Summer Bliss Unveiled: Embrace the Season’s Magic!
Fresh cut grass, the sound of sprinklers ticking back and forth, late afternoon thunderstorms rumbling in, bullfrogs serenading their evening audience, the feel of soft linen against warm, tanned skin… there are so many things that make summer so special. Our last few weeks have been a bit of a blur with…
Elevate Your Home with These Bookshelf Must-Haves!
I’ve always had a passion for styling bookshelves! Throughout our many moves—almost 30 in total—whether it was small bookshelves or the expansive wall units we have now, I’ve LOVED the process of arranging them. To me, they’re like modern trophy cases for adult life, housing our books, cherished decor pieces, and treasures…
Wayfair: Proof that Lux for Less is POSSIBLE!
I’ve realized something about myself: I CRAVE calm in my life! Life is wonderful, often loud, and usually crazy (which I do love as well), and I LOVE that home can be the antidote to it all and restore a sense of peace. For me, the magic combination is modern, chic neutral…
3 Easy ways to create a home that is ICONIC!
If you want a home that is bold, daring, dramatic, and memorable, you’ve come to the right place! No matter what your budget is, you can create an iconic home, a home that stands out. Iconic homes aren’t about a certain budget or even size but instead are designed in a way…
Why Wearing Black in Summer is the Ultimate Style Secret You Need to Know
Does anyone else love to wear black for summer? For some, black may seem like a non-traditional color for the sunny season, but for me, it’s an essential! I absolutely love the chic contrast of a gorgeous black outfit against the lighter, brighter colors that summer brings out. Here are a few…
Reimagining Our Backyard: Dreaming Big and Going Bold!
We’re in the early stages of reimagining our backyard space, and I’m dreaming big! When we bought this house 8 years ago, the backyard hadn’t been touched in almost 20 years. As we get closer to the redesign, I’m taking a lot of time to think through what the ideal outdoor space…
The Perfect Outfit for the Perfect Shopping Day in Mykonos
We found the most amazing shopping district in Mykonos called Nammos! Picture this: warm weather, an elegant atmosphere, and me, darting from store to store in absolute shopping bliss. Jack jokingly said that I looked like a beautiful shopping animal in my natural habitat! 🤣 Let’s start with the foundation of my…
Elevating Your Travel Day: Bringing Glamour back to the Travel Experience
Travel days aren’t what they used to be! They can definitely be stressful, long days and it’s easy to give up on making it glamorous. Well, I refuse to go quietly into a world of leggings and pajamas (saw several adults wearing this the other day 🤣, including one man in a…
My New Obsession: Travertine Lighting for Every Room
Ok, I’m a bit obsessed with travertine! A few weeks ago, I shared some of my favorite coffee tables, and while I was shopping for them, I found a lamp. Then I found another light, and another, and before I knew it, I had a whole roundup of gorgeous travertine lights. Travertine…
Dressing for my Empowered Girl Era!
It’s time to go places!! I do mean literally—we’re traveling quite a bit over the next few weeks. But I also mean figuratively as well. As a 44 year old woman, mom, wife, sister, daughter, and friend, I wear many hats, but I’m also Valentina. This year, I’m focused on evolving into…
