If you’re searching endlessly for a rattan pendant on a budget, we have a great steal for you…
STEAL: World Market Bamboo Pendant, $70. | SPLURGE: Pottery Barn Flora Rattan Pendant, $300.
eco-chic sleep
If you’re a lover of linen bedding, then I definitely recommend switching from linen and trying hemp instead. Amber Fort’s Hemp Bedding is antibacterial (especially great for those with allergies and pet owners) and it thermoregulates your body while you sleep (keeping you warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer), which helps you maintain a better night’s rest. Amber Fort is luxurious, dreamy, and best of all - it’s sustainable… You literally help the environment just by going to sleep. Do your part, party people!
Amber Fort Hemp Bedding, starting at $60.
kitchen storage
Have a small kitchen with limited cabinet space? Try hanging your more attractive pots and pans on a statement rod to maximize storage and zhuzh up your kitchen.
ETSY: Brass Pot and Pan Rail, starting at $120.
steal or splurge
By the looks of these cute, crisp, striped pillows, you truly can’t tell which one is the splurge… So we made sure to label it for you!
STEAL: Coterie Brooklyn Ivy Throw Pillow $58 SPLURGE: Food52 Recycled Cotton Throw Pillow $195
steamy aromatics
In need of a spa day? Aren’t we all. With the U.S. Elections tomorrow… this week… who-knows-how-long, stop by your local farmers market or flower stand and pick up a fresh bunch of blue eucalyptus. Eucalyptus leaves are known to promote relaxation, and also help relieve cold symptoms. When hung in your shower, the steam from your hot water helps release its aromas and will give a you a spa-like sensation every time. Plus it looks super cute and adds some greenery.
Image via Etsy.
important reminder
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quick 'n easy furniture update
Switching out knobs and handles is such an easy way to update and modernize old furniture. The knobs below feature the @cb2 Circle Antique Brass Knobs, making what was an almost perfect dresser pretty dang perfect.
KNOBS: CB2 Circle Antique Brass Knob, $4.95 each
steal or splurge
When the steal is even better 😎
STEAL: Birch Lane 30” Bar Stool, $109. | SPLURGE: Serena & Lily Riviera Backless Barstool, $248.
steal or splurge
This splurge tho 🤤.
STEAL: CB2 Swoop Black Marble Bookends Set, $59.95. | SPLURGE: Urban Forge Forged Book Ends Set, $249.
steal or splurge
STEAL: World Market Natural Rattan Wingback Chair, $269.99. | SPLURGE: Finnish Design Shop Sika-Design’s Monet Chair, $506.
steal or splurge
Ya that’s right, I flipped splurge or steal to steal or splurge. Not that you likely noticed, but I thought it sounded nicer for today.
Both of the below lamps are super cute and decorative and will add some pattern and dimension to any bedroom, living room, or office.
STEAL: Anthropologie Anna Westerlund Table Lamp, $168. | SPLURGE: Arteriors Toronto Lamp, $625.
splurge or steal
I really love both these side table stools. I love everything by Palecek. But honestly, I think the dimension of the steal is my fave.
LEFT: Candelabra Palecek Woven Rattan Black & White Hourglass Stool/Table, $557.93 | RIGHT: Anthropologie Bryce Side Table, $199.95
dream home
Dream guy too. But that’s neither here nor there. Welcome to Lenny Kravitz’s Brazilian paradise, featured in Architectural Digest’s April issue. I have swooned over this everyday since I first saw it. And yes, it’s only been a week, but do you have any idea how terrible my attention span… SQUIRREL.
To read on ArchitecturalDigest.com (and for pictures of Lenny), CLICK HERE.
Via Architectural Digest | Photography by Simon Upton | Styling by Kirsten Mattila
Via Architectural Digest | Photography by Simon Upton | Styling by Kirsten Mattila
Via Architectural Digest | Photography by Simon Upton | Styling by Kirsten Mattila
Via Architectural Digest | Photography by Simon Upton | Styling by Kirsten Mattila
Via Architectural Digest | Photography by Simon Upton | Styling by Kirsten Mattila
splurge or steal
First of all, yes, I’m aware these two are not in comparison. Missoni is life. However, Urban Outfitters is the life I can afford. And they have oodles of awesome affordable decor... Like the colorful retro outdoor chair below. I LOVE.
As I’m currently working with my talented landscaper-homie Mike of Mike Pyle Design on my own outdoor space, you’re likely to see many outdoor furniture finds over these next couple months here or on the ‘gram.
splurge or steal
Smell is definitely my favorite of the senses. Both of the below hand soaps smell incredible, and look nice enough sitting out on the counter too.
splurge or steal
I love a good room divider. They’re so great in rooms where you have the space to create some separation without the intrusiveness of a wall. You can create an area to read, relax, put your kids (or friends) on time out… the possibilities are endless. Or if you live in a studio, it gives off the feeling of having more than one room.
splurge or steal
Back when the Rachel Zoe Project was on TV, I was obsessed with anything and everything RZ. One of my favorite things she did on her blog was “save or splurge,” “splurge or steal,” something of the sort. Naturally, we all instinctually want the splurge, it’s just not always attainable.
So here is my version, for home. Natural fiber striped rug…
lighting. is. everything 🙌🏼
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! It’s time to set the mood... And did you know that Wayfair.com sells really great lighting at affordable prices? They sell just about everything you need for your home - not just lighting. So to make sifting through thousands of pages online a little less intimidating, here are a few of my very favorite lights…
The heart background is actual wallpaper from Wayfair - click here to view.
Under each of the images below, click the first part of the title to be taken to the direct link at Wayfair.com. Or click on the second half where it says “More…” to view more. Enjoy!
xoxo
this water filter ftw
I’ve been purchasing bulky, plastic water filters for as long as I can remember. My recurring order of a 4-pack of ZeroWater filters cost $44.99 on Amazon, and each filter lasts about a month... Give or take a few days. Yesterday, I discovered Japanese Binchotan Charcoal water filter sticks. They absorb the impurities from our tap water, resulting in pure, seriously great tasting water. One stick costs $12.95 on Amazon, and all you have to do is boil the stick and let it dry every two weeks to reactivate the charcoal filter. I’m so amazed and excited about this reusable, zero-plastic, eco and economically friendly water filter option... Binchotan Charcoal ftw!
Ippinka Kishu Binchotan Charcoal. Available on Amazon. CLICK HERE to view/purchase. Please note, use caution when opening the package, the charcoal needs to be washed off (as will your hands).
Luminarc L3115 Quadro 2-Liter Glass Pitcher. Available on Amazon. CLICK HERE to view/purchase.
california wildfire relief - ways to help
Photo via Instagram by Grant Denham.
Salvation Army
CLICK HERE to donate or text FIRES to 515151 (in partnership with KTLA).
United Way Greater Los Angeles
CLICK HERE to donate to the United Way Disaster Relief Fund.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
CLICK HERE to learn more and donate.
American Red Cross
Text REDCROSS to 90999 to make an automatic $10 donation.
Search “Donate Southern California Wildfires” or “Donate Northern California Wildfires.”
To learn more ways to assist, please CLICK HERE.
Airbnb
Woolsey and Hill Fire victims in need of housing: CLICK HERE to be taken to Airbnb - accommodations are free.
Open as of Sunday November 11, 2018.
