February, You're Making Me Blush: Blush and Gold

Hello Friends!

Today I just wanted to write about color. Since we are moving into February, I thought it only necessary to write about warm colors. Colors that make me think about being warm, or being in love! These colors bring me back to my wedding day and of course all my bridesmaids!

January was a cold month, full of New York snow adventure (Juno) and our first official snow day. Now, it's time to warm my palette and really get into some colors that make me feel warm and romantic.

I recently saw interior design inspiration with my color accents. I like pink, just in moderation and simplicity. Be careful! Sometimes you can overdo it. Having a New York tiny apartment makes you really appreciate the small hints you have, and that means less is more.

I like a lot of neutral colors. These are great because you can always switch smaller pieces out and add a simple pop of color here and there. Neutral colors meaning grey, cream and white. Brass is so chic right now! I really enjoy minimalism in dress and interior design. That means you don't have to constantly switch up your natural surroundings, just add something here and there if you need a pick-me-up.

Besides interior design, I want to make my cheeks pop with a hint of cream or powder blush.if you don't have a blush on you, opt for a pink lipstick and rub on cheeks. Do it the old fashioned way! I'm telling you, they market cream blush now, where do you think that came from? Black is my go to accessory, so I really like a little black skirt with opaque black tights and maybe a powder blush turtle neck or sweater.

I visited a floral store on 59th street and grabbed some cream hydrangeas to perk up my winter blues. You don't really need to overwhelm yourself with pink, just place in in areas that need a little glow. Make yourself glow as well!


Attached a link to the best blushes by Allure Magazine:

http://www.allure.com/makeup-looks/2014/best-blush-for-your-skin-tone#slide=1

New York Apartment Style: Interior Design 2015

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Today I had a burst of creativity and decided to make 2015 a year of discovering my personal style. If you have ever heard, Coco Chanel once said this quote; " Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening." Wherever I go, I am inspired by creativity and the ability to want to make a space more attractive or inviting.

Now into my thirties, I feel a need to want to invest in things of quality, and items that will last many years. Since moving into our New York apartment, I want to use my personal style to create spaces that are comfortable, and encompass beautiful surroundings.

Since I have limited space, I pick things that can be easy to move around and not so massive. I find odds and ends everywhere I go. Last weekend I went to Chinatown and found a porcelain jar and a vase for decorative accents. White hydrangeas would look magnificent in them! These pieces really brighten up the winter blues and make me feel blissful looking at them!  Ralph Lauren home is my personal favorite! Below is my favorite Ralph Lauren Flagship Store on Madison Ave.

New York City has a flower district on 28th street near my work. I can't wait to venture there this spring! I also have some other pieces in my store that make me feel good!  I think I'm going to check out Antique Markets in Brooklyn, browse Estate sales for inspiration, and explore what the 5 boroughs have to offer. If you want to join me on my journey, come along!  I'm just getting my creativity engine started, so who knows what I'll find! If you care to check out my store, the link is below. What's your personal style?

Etoile du North:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/EtoileduNorth?ref=hdr_shop_menu

Interior Design Color Inspiration: Gold and Marble

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I recently became entranced on decorating my living space. Ever since I got married, I have envisioned a certain look that is sophisticated and timeless. My wedding colors were blush, cream, black and gold. I want to embody some of those color schemes into everyday living.

One look that I had in mind was gold and marble. There is something about the material of marble that really makes any space look rich an inviting. I remember interning at the Renaissance Hotel in Cleveland, Ohio. They showed me a beautiful marble bathroom that I couldn't stop looking at.

Yes, marble is expensive, but it will last for decades and stand the test of time. I always loved going into the Merchandise Mart in Chicago. For some of you that don't know what The Merchandise Mart is, I will tell you it's every interior designers go to place.

Waterworks had the best faucets, tile and bathtubs known to man. If you want to feel like a Grecian god...see here.

Here are just of few of my dream scales that I thought I would share with people who dream the same  dreams. Below are some of my pictures from our wedding. I just wanted to show you my color palette.

Color your life and make it yours!  Happy 2015!

Waterworks:

http://www.waterworks.com

Out with the Old, in with the Happy New Year 2015!

Happy New Years Eve Friends!


I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday with friends and family. I really must say, 2014 went out with a bang! Not only did I spend some high quality time with family down in Florida, I also thought positively about how I can make 2015 an even more amazing year.

It was my first Christmas as a married woman! I enjoyed seeing my sister and her husband as well as my mothers, fathers, my aunt and uncle, my cousin, and two incredible grandmothers. I have such a awesome family!

It's true what they say, presents and material possessions are nice to have, but at the end of it all, your family is what truly matters in life. Those memories I had I will truly cherish and savor the time we had together. It was so quick, but so worth it.

That is one thing that we cannot get back, time. That's why this New Year, I plan to use my time wisely doing things I enjoy doing and the people that matter the most to me. Life is so short, I reminisced our childhood memories with my grandma and how quickly they went by.

I will also strive to be my best each and every day. No matter what happens. Always have a positive attitude in life. Think of the silver linings or strength it gives me when something goes wrong. Ask myself " What can I learn from this experience?" And "How can I improve in any situation?"

Over the Holiday, we went together as a family to see the movie " Unbroken". It was truly a masterpiece and something to go see for anyone. It shows the pain and agony of a man who went through some unimaginable situations. He acquired some super human strength to go on no matter how bad things get. Have faith. Grow no matter where you are planted, and face your fears! Go get 'em!

Happy 2015 New Year!