Trends: Chevron

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The Chevron trend has been pretty hot for some time now, but I just can't seem to get enough of it! And by the looks of it, ditto for the rest of the design world. Chevron is such a fun, dynamic pattern and looks good anywhere: walls, floors, furniture, accessories, clothes, etc. Let's take a look!

West Elm

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By the way, a Chevron ginger jar is also on my Decor Wish List. Isn't it beautiful? I've also seen them in navy and mustard. Either color would be amazing.

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Jonathan Adler

Twist Paper

Forever 21

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Target

"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:19 NIV

Glam Interiors: Darcy Miller

The minute I saw Darcy Miller's gorgeous home, I knew I had to share it here on Confessions. If you're a Martha Stewart fan, you're probably familiar with this talented lady. Darcy Miller Nussbaum is the editorial director of Martha Stewart Weddings and a regular guest on the Martha show. I love watching her segments because she always has the greatest and most creative ideas, not just for weddings, but for entertaining in general.

Her Manhattan duplex was featured in the February issue of Architectural Digest, and I have to admit I was a little surprised. Darcy is so artistic, I imagined her home would've been more colorful and eclectic. But then again she has such fantastic taste, this elegant aesthetic suits her perfectly. To see more pictures and read about its design, click here.




I love reading areas like this in a bedroom. So simple, but elegant. And the mirror covered wall above the fireplace is fab!


Metallic glass mosaic tiles? Yes, please!


I'm going to begin a feature here on the blog called Wish List, so I can show you all the things I would love to have in my home someday. A vintage Sputnik-style chandelier is one of the first items on the list. Isn't this one gorgeous?


images: Nikolas Koenig for AD

"My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." James 1:19 NIV

Dining Room Design Trends

Lately I've been noticing some really gorgeous dining rooms everywhere I look. Dining rooms used to be pretty traditionally-decorated spaces, so I love the new trends popping up. Mainly, the intense jewel tones for the walls, the mismatched chairs and tables, and the eye-popping fabrics. For the record, I'd be happy with any one of these dining rooms!











images: 1: Elle Decor/ others: House Beautiful

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Tangerine Tango

One of the things I look forward to the most at the end of each year design-wise, is Pantone's pick for Color of the Year. For 2012 they haven chosen Tangerine Tango, an intense orange hue with reddish undertones. It's a lively, bright color that injects energy and drama to any space where it is used. In Pantone's own words, "Sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine Tango is an orange with a lot of depth to it. Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy.” Well said.


This sort of bright orange hue has become pretty popular in the last couple of years, specially with the neon trend. I've seen it used in all sorts of interiors and whether it's used to create great impact or in more subtle ways, it always looks and feels fresh, modern, and sophisticated. I am loving that ceiling by the way! What a genius use of this color!











When we buy our own house, I am definitely painting my front door a bright, dashing color. This looks fabulous! So what do you think of Pantone's pick? Do you currently use this color in your spaces or are you planning to incorporate it in some way this year?

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Jason Wu for Target

Target has done it again. After the great Missoni debacle from last fall, I think a lot of people were wary of Target's latest designer line. Even though I was one of the lucky ones who managed to buy my Missoni items without any problems, I have to admit after a while I was just over it. Isn't it funny how you can obsess over something, but after a while it stops being so important and you have no idea why you were so obsessed in the first place? Happened to me.

So when Target announced its next partnership, I quickly put it out of my mind and didn't give it another thought. That is until yesterday when they launched the look book for Jason Wu for Target. And I do so love Jason Wu. You may remember the post I did from his 2012 Spring Collection. I like the fact that this particular collection is nothing like Missoni's. It's small, simple, and classic with a dash of preppy sophistication.


I love that it's girly and elegant, just the way I like to dress. If I could live in dresses and skirts I totally would. Those were my dressing staples back home, unfortunately now in winter I mostly wear pants which is very unlike me. Can't wait for warmer weather so I can break out my dresses again!


This navy dress is my favorite piece of all and the one thing I will try to get when the line launches. Isn't it gorgeous?


I'm not really crazy about the way they styled the models with the hair and the lacy socks, but I think the clothes speak for themselves.


Love this red shirt with the flowery pleated skirt!


If I don't manage to get the navy dress, then this is my second choice. It's a top and the pleated skirt from the last look, but together it seems like a dress right?






The collection will also include some accessories like bags and scarves. Pretty cute.



For a look at the full collection, visit the Target Style page on Facebook. It launches February 5th. I'll let you know if I manage to get anything!

images: Target

"My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry," James 1:19 (NIV)