Design Crush: Kishani Perera

January 30, 2012

I recently came across the design work of Kishani Perera and was instantly taken by the eclectic and vibrant mix of furniture, textiles and accessories that have become a signature for her room designs. And, I also love her personal style!

Kishani has a love for antiques and many of her spaces incorporate old and new pieces sitting together in harmony.

She has a knack for creating elegant and stylish spaces with a true sense of personality. I love the traditional botanical art display offset by the fun and whimsical polka-dot fabric on the stools.

This space is another great example of pieces from different eras mixed together to create a comfortable and personal space.

room: Living Room, Contemporary room by kishani perera inc.

This space is so beautiful with simple and sleek furniture used in a room full of traditional details. Love the neutral backdrop and bold pops of color.

In looking through her portfolio I noticed that many of the rooms designed by Kashani showcase an unexpected element or two.

What a fun fabric to use on the sofa!

An eclectic mix of textiles and details.

Love this office space–bold colors against white furnishings.

This living room setting is one of my all time favorites. I love the oversized saying art and the texture and detail within the sofa, chairs and table. Such a subtle space that says so much.

I’m so glad I stumbled across Kishani’s work. She has quickly become one of my design inspirations!

**To check out more of her portfolio, take a stroll through her on-line shop Rummage and learn more about my new favorite designer, head here.**

images 1,6,7,8,9 via Porterhousedesigns.com

images 2,3,4,5 via ElleDecor.com

image 10 via mackenziehoran.com

Room of The Week

January 27, 2012

So refreshing to see a beautiful interior with gold and brass as the accent. Gold tones elevate the look and feel of a space adding elegance and high style. The reddish toned wood walls and flooring enhance the gold finishes while the off-white textiles, carpet and accessories make an understated impact.

p.s. That coffee table and black and white chair are to-die-for!

eclectedrevisited.com via ConfettiStyle on Pinterest

Right on TARGET!

January 26, 2012

It had been ages since I strolled through Target, so earlier this week I headed to my local store to check out what they had to offer. Target has always had some stylish home accents and good prices but their collection are getting better and better each season. The items that they have are always right on trend and are can really work in just about any style of decor.

Here are few things I fell for, all under $50 bucks.

I love this decorative finial and think it would look fabulous on a console table or as an accent with a bookshelf display. There’s another style that works with this one as well.

This white lattice top tray is just gorgeous. What a great addition to a vanity , guest bedroom or bar area.

Whenever I’m looking for decorative accent pillows, Target is one of my shopping destinations. I love this damask print all done up in chocolate-brown.

Target has a great sale going on now on their lamps and lamp shades so if you’re in the market check it out. I love this quatrefoil pattern shade and at only $19.99 it is a great deal.

p.s. I picked up an off-white rectangular shade for only $7.00 that is going on my Longest Yard Sale crystal lamp which I snagged for .50 cents last August. I’m adding a little something, something to the shade and will be sure to share when I’m all done.

Isn’t this Owl Lamp too cute for words. I keep looking around my place to see If I can find a spot for it. I’m sorta obsessed with Owls lately!

Target has a lot of new furniture pieces as part of their designer Target collections, including several decorative stools similar to this one. I love the french inspiration for this piece and think it would be a great little accent piece under a console table or next to a chair.

Ok, hold on to your boot straps. This gorgeous mirror is only $24.00. How great would this be as part of a gallery wall? Or hanging by itself for that matter.

And last but not least, this red lantern is such a great accessory that could be used in so many different way. How about as part of your Valentines decor? It’s available in red or white and comes in two sizes. The small shown here is $14.99.

Well, that’s just a few of the latest and greatest that Target has to offer. Items sell quickly so if you’re looking for new accessories for your home make a bee-line to your local Target! I know you’ll find something great!

Click on the links below for more info on each item!

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Words to Inspire

January 24, 2012

When something is irresistible, you should buy it. Pictures, objects, and furnishings that speak to you tend to speak to each other, creating improbably wonderful harmonies.

– Mary McDonald, Mary McDonald Interiors: The Allure of Style

images via pinterest

Food & Friends

January 23, 2012

Happy Monday. I wanted to pop in again and share a great evening I spent last week with friends.

Last Sunday I had the pleasure of having dinner with some dear friends at one of Atlanta’s newest restaurants, Southern Art and Bourbon Bar, and boy was it an incredible experience.

Southern Art is located in the InterContinental Hotel and is the latest restaurant from renowned chef Art Smith. If you know anything about Art Smith, you know that he is an incredible chef with a flair for Southern inspired foods. His cooking credentials have earned him personal chef roles for Martha and Oprah and are showcased in his 4 restaurants around the country: Art & Soul in Wash. DC, Table Fifty-Two in Chicago, LYFE Kitchen in Palo Alto and Southern Art here in Atlanta.

I was so excited for the evening and it didn’t disappoint.

First let me tell you about the decor at the restaurant and then we’ll move on to the yummy food.

The decor at Southern Art is simply stunning. Very comfortable but full of high style. One of the features I loved the most were the blown glass chandeliers and artwork ceiling. Each of the chandeliers are adorned with colorful glass spheres and pendants and are flanked by commissioned pieces of artwork which are suspended face-down for the ceiling. The ceiling is so colorful and Looking up was really magical!

There were several styles of seating in the restaurant, but my favorite were these chairs. A silver-grey leather was used on the interior of the chair and a beautiful orange and grey flocked damask was on the exterior.

The wallpaper used throughout the restaurant mimicked the chair fabric with an added pop of yellow. So beautiful.

One of the most unique details of the restaurant was under foot. In the areas where carpet was used, the carpeting showcased one of Art’s recipes woven into the rug.

Here’s a look at one of the private areas within the restaurant. What a great way to spend an evening with friends.

And, here is a look at the main dining area. See the heart artwork on the left? Well, it is said that Art’s partner, a very accomplished artist, painted those on the fly when it was determined that artwork was needed for that wall. Let me tell you, they really gorgeous.

Also notice the open back balloon chairs and banquette below. The balloon chair was another chair style used in the restaurant, upholstered in a vibrant red fabric.

One of the truly custom features of Southern Art is the meat carving station. The station sits at the front of the restaurant and houses a great selection of dried meats carved on site.

Next to the meat station was the dessert bar. Each of the desserts available on the menu is showcased under beautiful glass domes.

The dessert menu is fairly extensive, so if you’re looking for a place to end an evening with dessert and coffee, this is it.

Mockingbird Cake and Banana Pudding Pie above and Chocolate Cake below (a work of art)

Cake Pops

Peanut Butter Pie

And a peek at the dessert menu.

In looking at the main menu you can see that it is a personal reflection of all the food Art Smith loves… southern inspired dishes. As a starter for the table, we were treated with Rosemary Cheddar biscuits and a mini dish of sautéed veggies. Then it was on to the main course.

My friend Shannan had the Southern Fried Chicken which was served in a stylish ceramic “bucket”.

I had the braised short ribs which were melt in your mouth yummy!

And, my friend Robyne had the New York Strip and Chris has the Catfish. We also shared a special treat at the table…Arts Mac-N-Cheese. To-die-for!

Dinner was really good, but we did save a little room for those desserts. Here’s a peek at what we shared at the table.

That Chocolate Cake with a huge chocolate fan on top. If you love chocolate it doesn’t get better than this.

Apple Pie–loaded with crisp, crunchy apples and the perfect blend of spices.

Peach Cobbler. This is what I ordered and oh my gosh was it good.

And the 12 layer Red Velvet Cake. And, if you’re wondering, each of those wafer thin layers is cut by hand, by the pastry chef.

All is all, the dinner at Southern Art was incredible. I had so much fun spending the evening with great friends, taking in all the beautiful decor and eating some of the best food Atlanta has to offer.

After dinner, I snapped a few photos of the hotel lobby. The InterContinental just changed out all the furnishing and I loved the color and details used in the space.

This balloon chair is gorgeous and the nail head detail is stunning.

The area rugs are a mix of grey, cream orange and gold.

The nail head trim is repeated on the oversized ottomans used throughout the lobby.

I hope you enjoyed the little recap of my night out with friends. If you live in Atlanta or are planning a trip here, make sure to stop by the InterContinental Hotel and enjoy a wonderful meal at Southern Art.

Southern Art and Bourbon Bar

3315 Peachtree Road NE in Atlanta, Ga 30326

404-946-9070

images via Southern Art and ConfettiStyle

Accessible Fashion: Scarves

January 23, 2012

prettystuff.tumblr.com via ConfettiStyle on Pinterest

I don’t know about you but I have a love affair with scarves. This time of year, when it’s cold and blustery out, scarves are my go-to fashion accessory. I love that you can buy (or make) beautiful scarves without spending a lot of money and elevate your outfit to a new level.

Here what’s on my shopping and DIY list

(once I learn how to knit)

and a great scarf tying flash card to boot!

Love this color combination. Great to wear now and even into early spring. Nordstrom $34.00

Anything in coral is a winner with me. Love the abstract print and splashes of color. Forever 21 $8.80

Such an elegant color combo. Love it. Forever 21 $8.80

I’m so attracted to blue and white for spring. Target $24.99

Wouldn’t this be so beautiful with a black coat, crisp white shirt and jeans. Banana Republic $49.50

Would love to make a few of these to tuck inside a coat or heavy sweater. Anyone want to knit me a few? DIY from marthastewart.com

12 Ways to Tie a Scarf!

Scarves.net via ConfettiStyle on Pinterest

Do you love scarves as much as I do? What’s your favorite shopping spot for scarves?

Room Of The Week: Perfect Pops of Color

January 20, 2012

An all white room brought to life with the perfect pops of color!

When I look at this room, I see the different finishes used on the ceiling (high gloss) and walls (flat) and how that slight variation makes the architectural details stand out. I love the lighter finished floors and how that same wood tone is repeated as an accent in the area rug, tray and green pillow, giving it more impact. The mix of materials (tables, ottoman, lamp) fill this space with personality. And, there’s no better way to add interest to neutral furniture than to add colorful and artistic pillows.

I’d call this a refined space full of fun!

Ilovevintagestuff.tumblr.com via ConfettiStyle on Pinterest

Ribbon Love: My Go To Source

January 19, 2012

One of the things I told in my 2012 blog goals post was that I wanted to share with you my love of ribbon and creative and unique ways to gift wrap. We’ll today is the first installment of Ribbon Love and I’m not only sharing with you fun Valentines gift wrap ideas, but also my favorite source for beautiful ribbons, May Arts Ribbon Company.

May Arts is a US based company offering a vast array (thousands) of ribbons in every material, color and style you can imagine. Up until now, May Arts has been available to the trade only, but I’m excited to announce that all of May Arts ribbons are now available to the public on their exclusive May Arts Amazon shop.

Yeah! That means that now you too can buy beautiful ribbon from my favorite ribbon source and share in my ribbon love!

Here’s just a sampling of what they have to offer:

Red Twill Chevron Stripe–available in other colors too!

3″ Satin Ribbon–available in a range of colors and widths!

Grosgrain Leopard Print–What fun!

Fuzzy Pom Pom Ribbon–available in a range of colors

Net Ribbon–such fun to wrap with.

Reversible Satin Ribbon–available in a range of colors and widths! This is one of my favorite ribbons to wrap with.

May Arts doesn’t just inspire you through their enormous offering of ribbons, they also have a newly updated blog full of craft, card and wrapping projects to thrill you as well. And, to celebrate the blog redesign, May Arts is having a fantastic giveaway! Head on over the May Arts blog, check out all the great stuff and enter to win ribbons and much more!

(p.s. I’m a member of the May Arts design team so be sure to follow their blog and check out my ribbon projects).

Now on to the wrapping inspiration.

Presentation is everything and beautiful wrapping makes a gift even more special.

I folded and pleated the paper for this gift and then tied on a beautiful satin ribbon in a red and white diamond print. A red glittered clothes pin holds a white die-cut tag I glued red dots to.

After wrapping my box in red paper, I placed a die cut note card on each end of the box and laced the two together with red and white cotton ribbon. (side view of the notecard above).

To create this look, I layered pink and red paint chip cards on top of each other and wrapped them around the box. I used a white lace ribbon, paper mache heart and pink floral tag to finish the look.

Wrapping gifts is so much fun. I hope you’re inspired and ready to be creative with your gift wrapping and May Arts Ribbon!

Material Source:

All ribbon from May Arts

Red Gift Wrap from Ikea–You may only find it available during certain times of the year but they carry a good selection of solid colored gift wrap.

Die Cut notecards, paper mache heart, pink floral tags and red glitter clothespins from Micheals (all in the $1.00 or 2/$3.00 section–whoopee!)

Paint chips–Home Depot (free)