It hit me this week. I’ve been thinking (and chatting with you guys!) about design styles this week and this little phrase popped out of my mouth, “When I discovered black and white interiors it was like finding my soul mate.” It felt so utterly profound that I stopped everything I was…
The 2025 Paint Color Palette You Need to See—Inspired by Pantone’s Color of the Year
When Pantone announced their Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, I literally screamed out loud—it’s absolutely stunning! This color is absolute perfection, so warm and rich. Pantone describes it as “a warming, brown hue imbued with richness. It nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our…
Why you need an Olive Tree or maybe three or four… or five!
I’ve got to say this…Olive trees are hands down the most beautiful trees you can use in home decor—period. Ok I have to admit that as a 100% Greek Girl, I am a bit biased! But since olive oil practically runs through my veins, I can’t help but love Olive trees! They’re not just…
A Few Little Things to Say that I Love You!
I started yesterday. I realized that Valentine’s Day is only a couple weeks away and I needed to start planning something before I forgot… a habit I have made for many years! I used to be in the camp of people that thought Valentine’s Day was a bit silly… until I lived…
Want a Fresh Start for the New Year? Here’s My Secret Weapon
Every year between Christmas and New Year’s, I carve out a few days to relax, recharge, and dream up what I want for the year ahead. There’s no set plan—I just find myself cozy on the couch in my favorite pajamas, a steaming cup of coffee in hand, surrounded by a stack…
Cozy, Chic, and Ready for Anything: My Everyday Sporty Essentials
I live by this rule: Every day deserves beautiful clothes! It’s so true, right? Life flies by, and most of it isn’t spent on glamorous trips, fancy dinners, or holiday parties. Nope—most of life is made up of the everyday stuff: running errands, tackling home projects, cooking meals, and just living. That’s…
I hit the Lighting Jackpot!!! 💡✨
Okay, so maybe it’s not Powerball, but it’s just as thrilling to me!—I scored BIG in the lighting department! 🙌 There are so many ways to refresh a room: a fresh coat of paint, rearranging furniture, splurging on all-new pieces… but here’s the secret: changing (or just adding!) lighting can completely transform…
How to Make the Most of a Snowy Weekend—Even If It Doesn’t Snow!
One weather report claims there will be 9” of snow tomorrow awaiting us while the other predicts 1”. I’m not sure what the morning holds, but snow is a very rare thing in Atlanta and it has pretty much put everyone into a frenzy of buying milk, eggs, and bread (Me? I…
My Top Styling Trick for Outfits That Wow—Every Single Time
I’m Obsessed with Contrast and here’s why you should be, too (if I haven’t already convinced you! haha!) 🤩 The first thing you notice when you step into our home is the bold BLACK fireplace striking against warm white walls—it’s dramatic, it’s unexpected, and it’s so me! You may be a candidate…
Hello, 2025! ✨ A Year of Transformation, Bold Choices, and Inspired Design
I can feel it—2025 is going to be a year of transformation, renewal, and deep creative growth. As a designer, I’m leaning all the way into the visions I have in my mind and bringing them to life in my home, my design projects, and even my wardrobe. This year, I’m saying…
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Stop Making Resolutions that Sound Like Torture—Try These Instead!!!
I never make resolutions that sound like torture. I used to do that and then a few years ago I decided to resolve to have FUN, LIVE WITH JOY, and only make goals that sounded like something I’d actually enjoy doing. An example? Instead of resolving to go on a diet, I…
