Gingham Style

May 3, 2013 By 1 Comment

Warmer weather has us feeling preppy and picnicky. We have spotted a lot of gingham around the office lately. We’re taking a look back at some great moments in gingham, as well as showcasing a few of our favorite, checkered products.

Great Moments in Gingham


The shoes may get all the press, but whether it was shot in subdued sepia or brilliant technicolor, the classic print of Dorothy’s gingham dress looks picture perfect. (You better start pinching those pennies if you want the original, though.) [Read more...]

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Show and Tell: Re-create a Downton Abbey-style Wedding for Less

February 22, 2013 By 7 Comments

Author and weddings expert Cara Davis shares a few of her favorite tips for throwing an upstairs-style wedding on a downstairs-size budget.

The wedding of the season appears to be that of Downton Abbey‘s Lady Mary and Matthew Crawley. The popularity of the series has brought about a renewed interest in 20s-era fashion, as evidenced by the spring 2013 bridal collection from Jenny Packham and the fall 2013 styles of Sarah Seven.

If the grandeur of the Granthams has you dreaming of vintage touches and ornate headpieces, consider these seven must-haves for a Downton-themed garden wedding.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. The Venue
Shop around for an all-inclusive wedding package at a bed-and-breakfast, historic mansion, or botanical garden. Package deals can be very affordable, and the more options included, the fewer planning headaches for you. A church ceremony is perfectly suited for a Downton theme, and you can even get away with a quiet reception of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres afterward. [Read more...]

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Small Screen Living

August 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Ah, the land of TV—where story lines are wrapped up in a week, the quirky girl always gets the guy, and New York apartments are the size of a suburban ranch house. We can’t make those things happen for you, but we have rounded up some fun accessories from popular TV shows to bring a little Hollywood magic to your home.

Watch Your Step

The ottoman in Rob and Laura Petrie’s living room was a central character in the opening sequence for The Dick Van Dyke Show. We’re not really sure what color it was, but in the spirit of classic black-and-white TV, we think this lovely gray ottoman from Crate & Barrel is a good match.

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