Tag Archives: Design Darling
Stocking Stuffers.
Posted by on December 13, 2012
If you just haven’t had enough of the gift guides yet, I’m guest posting today over on La Vie J’aime sharing what I’d want in my stocking this year — and there are some fun (inexpensive!) ideas for your stocking too! Check it out here.
Holiday Gift Guide: Winter White
Posted by on November 21, 2012
This holiday gift guide is all about little luxuries in a crisp winter white. Don’t you just want to cozy up in that chunky anchor scarf and light one of those lovely diptyque candles?
Sources: Diptyque gift set, Fur earmuffs, Bourbon Vanilla Soap, Anchor scarf, Instax Camera, Hobnail Candle, Salt & Pepper, Bamboo nesting bowls, Cuff bracelet
School Supplies.
Posted by on September 6, 2012
I feel a bit nostalgic this week seeing all of the college students back in the city after a quiet summer. I’m a self-professed geek who actually loved back-to-school time and relished in getting my brand spanking new Ticonderoga pencils sharpened in preparation for the first day of classes. Long gone are the days of first days of school, but I’m still eyeing the desk supplies!
Notepad, Stapler, and Pencil Cup
White Out.
Posted by on July 25, 2012
Where some people stray away from experimenting with color, I fall on the other end of the spectrum. For me, working with whites and neutrals in my home is a challenge! Yet I love the calming, simple aesthetic that comes from an all-white space. Do you have a serene, neutral room at your house?
For more decorating with white inspiration, check out my houzz post here.
Sources: Chair, Floor Lamp, Cake Stand, Table Lamps, Bookshelf, Pouf, Couch, Pillow, Throw, Clock
Summer Entertaining Essentials with Mackenzie Horan.
Posted by on July 19, 2012
Some of my favorite bloggers are sharing their summer entertaining essentials for being a savvy hostess this season, up next in the series is Mackenzie from the ever-so-stylish blog and boutique, Design Darling:
Hi there! I’m Mackenzie from Design Darling and I’m excited to be sharing my summer entertaining essentials on Kate’s adorable blog today. I decided to cook up a little orange and pink partay…
I’ve been coveting the bar cart forever — it’s just too perfect for summer parties! This series has me wanting to round up my girls, decorate my back porch, and throw a backyard bash to remember! Thanks Kate for having me!
Summer Entertaining Essentials with Sequins & Stripes.
Posted by on June 28, 2012
Some of my favorite bloggers are sharing their summer entertaining essentials for being a savvy hostess this season, up next in the series is the lovely Liz of Sequins & Stripes…
Hi there! It’s Liz from the fashion and style blog, Sequins & Stripes, and I am thrilled to be here today sharing some of my go-to’s for easy summer entertaining. Because the summer months tend to be crazy busy, impromptu parties are usually the easiest to throw together and the most fun to create. I like to keep a few pieces constantly stocked in my kitchen {like these pretty paper napkins, a book of cocktail recipes, and easy decor} and add a few details to make the party feel special. This summer I dream of bringing a Palm Springs inspired girls brunch to my patio in Chicago…
Design Darling mini vases // Macaroons and Sweets from my favorite local bakery // Bottomless glasses of champagne // Mrs. Lilien’s Cocktail Swatchbook // Pretty patterned napkins // Kate Spade Market Street Plates // Bamboo Flatware // Pretty Design Darling topiaries for additional decor // Society Social Fifi Chairs for seating // Colorful bistro tables // A striped umbrella to shade my guests from the summer sun
I would request that all of my guests dress in their favorite sunnies and biggest and brightest baubles, wouldn’t that be lovely? A huge thank you to Kate for having me today! Happy summertime to everyone!
5 Under $50: Bright Studs
Posted by on April 10, 2012
I’m a pearl earrings kind of gal; I wear big pearl studs almost every single day of the week. Sometimes a girl has to mix it up though, and when I venture from my safety net I gravitate towards bright pops of color from simple stud earrings. Here are a few of my favorites, all under $50:
Green ($24), Blue ($32), Orange ($25), Yellow ($38), and Pink ($45)
