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Glamour Friday: Purple Passion
May 4, 2012
I love anything purple and when I saw this stunning purple bedroom designed by Annsley McAleer of Annsley Interiors, I was instantly hooked!
Everything about this room is a Glam Slam! From the floral headboard, to its curvy sexy shape and the solid purple banding that give it that extra oomph!! Love the fabric of the long bolster cushion with the hits of gold and orange. And the beautiful gold-leaf chandelier is the perfect finishing touch….like long dangly earrings accessorizing the perfect outfit.
The ever-popular x-bench is a staple everyone should have in their home. The rich details of the gold mirror above bring out the gold and orange in the fabric. By painting the legs purple this traditional looking bench now has a glamorous edge to it. I think it is absolutely perfect!
And then…..these chairs…Oh la la!!! I think I’ve died and gone to heaven! I’ve been trying to find out the name of this style of chair so if you know what this chair is called please let me know. Are they not stunning or what? The purple stripe detailing and piping give it that glam chic look I love!! And any mirrored furniture is definitely a friend of mine!
So what do you think? Are you in love with this bedroom as much as I am? Would you have these chairs in your home? I know I would!!
If you are looking to glamorize your bedroom with some purple touches, then send me a message through email, Facebook or Twitter! I would love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xoxo
Glamour Friday: Jamie Herzlinger
March 3, 2012
In the latest issue of Dabble Magazine, a gorgeous Arizona home designed by one of my favourite interior designers, Jamie Herzlinger is featured. And because it is so glamorous, I thought it would be perfect for a Glamour Friday post.
This stunning 19th century Dutch corbeille shaped canapé greets visitors when they walk into this 7000 sq. ft. home.
I love this very glamorous foyer with neutral grass cloth covered walls, the fabulous marquetry commode and the stunning mirror above it make for a GLAM SLAM!
This living room is so glamorous with all the sumptuous velvets and silks in this room. And you can never go wrong with decorating in unforgettable plums and purples mixed in with neutral greys. Oh so very elegant!! Love it!
The master bedroom is very calm and serene decorated in a neutral palette mixed with lots of whites. I guess the lesson here is that it’s ok to put the bed against a wall of windows when it’s the only way to ensure that the bed remains the focal point of the room.
This sitting area goes extra glam with nail head detail on the chair and ottoman, a large mirror and lots of gold and brass accents.
This home designed by Jamie Herzlinger is truly a luxe retreat!
If you want to create a glamorous space in your home for 2012, then contact me online or via twitter…I’d love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xoxo
My Exciting News: Urban Barn & A Custom Chair Competition!!
February 29, 2012
I have some exciting news to share with you!!! The Canadian home furnishing store Urban Barn is holding a Custom “Chairity” Competition And I was totally thrilled, honoured and beyond excited when they invited me to design my very own custom chair with four other Interior Design Bloggers across Canada. This event starts today until March 11!
And here they are in all their glory!! The custom five chairs are currently on Urban Barn’s Facebook page AND you, the public are to vote on your favourite chair. When you vote you are automatically entered into a draw to win one of your own custom chairs or one of five $100 gift cards. How fabulous is that?
Voila “The Glam” Chair! This is how I describe it:
“Christine’s Glam Chair was designed to make a bold statement in your home. This glamorous chair with its high octave purple snakeskin texture, silvery grey arms and whimsical floral seat cushion is sure to be a conversation starter in any room of your house!”
I would really appreciate it if you would click here and cast your vote for my chair!!
Then on Thursday March 8th at p.m. I will be at the Oakville Urban Barn store to talk about my inspiration behind the custom chair I designed for the Custom Chairity Competition, as well as tips for ordering custom furniture. So you are all invited…..I really hope to see you next Thursday!!!
You will also receive 15% off all custom furniture during this event! Space is limited so RSVP early!
At the end of the contest the winner will be announced, then each chair will be auctioned off with full proceeds going to the charity of each designer’s choice. The charity of my choice is Jays Care Foundation. Since 1992, Jays Care Foundation has been empowering children and youth in need, inspiring them to make positive choices and helping them realize their dreams by providing access to programs that support physical activity, education, and life-skill development.
So please vote, whether its for my chair or not……but hopefully it is!! 
Thank you!!!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xoxo
Glamour Friday: Ryan Korban’s sitting area
November 25, 2011
This ultra glamorous sitting area was designed by New York Interior Designer Ryan Korban…and I am in love with his style. So rich and luxe. All of this adds up to one big GLAM SLAM!!
Who can resist large zebra print cushions, lush fur rugs, silver accents, stunning ebony chairs and fabulous larger than life artwork!!
Room design by Ryan Korban
I think I found my new design crush!!! 
Have a wonderful weekend!!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xoxo
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September Socials
September 22, 2011
I love the month of September..not only because fall is coming and its always a time of rejuvenation but because of the great Interior Design Social Events that start happening. And you know me……gotta always be in the middle of all the action! 
Tonight I attended AYA Kitchen Design Party and was surrounded by utter kitchen lust. If you are considering a kitchen renovation than call me so we can head on over to AYA Kitchens together.
Tomorrow I am attending a breakfast at Holt Renfrew given by KORHANI Home to hear about their upcoming collaborations, upcoming holiday collection and a sneak peak into spring 2012 trends. Korhani makes chic but affordable rugs for your home – inside & out!
I absolutely adore this rug from their Limited Edition Korhani Runway collection—how GLAM is that!!! It’s called Burlesque No. 4 – Blue – Cream.
Then I’m off to the Toronto Fall Home Show for a fun Tweet-up mingling and tweeting with Toronto’s top home, interior design, renovation and decor friends and bloggers. Can’t wait!
But right now I’m feeling a bit nostalgic for this time last year. On September 21, 2011 I went down to NYC with approx. 100 ++ Design Bloggers from all over North America to be in the audience of the Nate Berkus Show. And it was a jam-packed 24 hours. Click HERE to read all about my adventure this day last year!!
Can’t wait to keep you caught up on more exciting social events for the rest of the season!! Have a great day!!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
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Dabble Magazine & #What’s Trending!!
September 19, 2011
So, have you had a chance to soak up the latest issue of Dabble Magazine? It’s chock full of exquisite interior design, food and travel
In addition, there’s a fun little recap of the first ever Dabble Magazine Day on Cityline!! Oh yea…who else do you see below? It was my first time ever on Cityline and it was a total blast!!
I also had a chance to talk about my favourite pattern….check it out below along with my fellow design contributors The Moggit Girls and Lisa Canning.
But the most exciting thing for me in the latest issue of Dabble Magazine is my brand spanking new column called “#what’s trending” with a focus on what everyone is talking about in the design blogosphere and twitter. Hope you enjoy reading all about this gorgeous and funky pattern called Chevron AKA the zig zag.
Hope you enjoyed a sneak peak into the latest issue of Dabble Magazine. And don’t forget to subscribe for all the latest news on Dabble!!
If you want to know #what’s trending in home decor then contact me online or via twitter…I’d love to hear from you
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
Glamour Friday: Creating a Glamorous Bedroom Retreat with mirrored furniture
June 24, 2011
As you know, I love all things GLAM – especially a glamorous bedroom. And one of the easiest ways to create a glamorous bedroom is to add a piece of mirrored furniture into the room.
And it doesn’t have to be over the top. This Master bedroom belongs to Nancy Corzine may be a bit much for you with all the mirrored furniture….but for me it is a total GLAM SLAM!!
Nancy also wrote a beautiful book called “Glamour at Home” – it’s on my coffee table at home.
This mirrored four-poster bed was inspired by the Chrysler Building. Wow!!
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Really, all you need is one piece of mirrored furniture to add some glam to your bedroom….and these pieces are easily accessible and affordable from West Elm
How about this mirrored end table at $349.00
This gorgeous console table ($549.00) also is going to end up in my client’s living room once I’m finished decorating the main floor of her house.
This little stool or side table is stunning also….and so is the price at $199.00.
So as you can see, creating a glamorous bedroom is as easy as saying “mirror, mirror, on the wall – who has the most glamorous room of all?” 
Hope you all have a glamorous weekend!!
If your home is craving some glamour, then contact me online or in person! I’d love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
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Decorate As You Dress!! My Summer White Toy Watch!
June 13, 2011
Wow……it’s certainly been a while since I posted a Decorate as you dress blog posting. My sister was visiting from British Columbia so we spent some quality time together and I’ve been crazy busy with decorating projects for clients – which I can’t wait to share with you.
But now let’s get to my most favourite fashion accessory of the moment: my gorgeous white Toy Watch!! It’s such a fun accessory and every time I look at that huge white face I just think of beautiful layers of white drapery billowing in the wind.
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So when I saw this all white home in Style at Home Magazine designed by design editor Ann Marie Favot , it so reminded me of my Toy Watch!!
(all photography by Stacey van Berkel-Haines)
So crisp and clean….like my watch!!
Love this vignette!! And the hit of colour through pretty flowers in a small vase!
What a pretty mudroom.
I’m so in love with all white kitchens…I can’t wait to reveal Lee Ann’s Kitchen reno to you all!!
How gorgeous is that hanging light fixture……a perfect example of mid-century modern lighting.
How glam is this bedroom??? Ohhh yes, it’s a GLAM SLAM!!! This room almost makes me want to switch my bedroom over to an all-white colour scheme.
Love her creative use of IKEA chests placed together at different heights. What a lovely dressing/vanity area.
Hope my White Toy Watch inspired you as much as it inspired me!!
If your home is craving some all-white glamour, then contact me online or in person! I’d love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
YAY!! Three New Decorating Shows launching in Canada!!
June 4, 2011
Three new decorating shows are launching in Canada on Sunday, June 5th, and with all the reruns out there, I can’t wait to start watching these summer shows!!
On the W Network, Million Dollar Decorators premieres at 9pm. It features celebrity interior designers decorating for their very exclusive clientele. You will meet L.A.’s most exclusive and sought-after interior designers –Martyn Lawrence-Bullard, Kathryn Ireland, Jeffrey Alan Marks, Mary McDonald and Nathan Turner.
Looks like a cat 
fight ready to happen!! You can read all their bios here
On HGTV Canada, two new summer decorating shows starring some familiar faces also premiere on Sunday night!
Home to Keep
With his team of experts in tow, Peter Fallico takes on a new challenge every week, working through different space challenges and giving each lucky family a space that will truly make it a Home to Keep.
Summer Home
Designer Karen Sealy packs up her samples and design pad and heads up to cottage country to makeover summer homes. Using functional and practical designs, Karen creates dreamy retreats that celebrate summer living. From a derelict waterside bunkie to a multi-family country lodge, Summer Home captures the fun, humour and emotion of a summer at the family cottage.
Will you be tuning in??
If your home is craving some glamour, then contact me online or in person! I’d love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
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Glamour Friday: Girly Modern with Melanie Coddington
May 20, 2011
I absolutely adore the girly design style of Melanie Coddington from Coddington Design. She has been named one of House Beautiful’s young interior designers to watch.
She describes her style as approachable, clean, classic and feminine….Girly modern!! Love her style!! It’s also very Glam!
So let’s take a look at some of Melanie’s rooms:
Photographer: Joe Fletcher
This living room is a girly modern showcase of Swedish and French antiques, America mid-century and flea market finds paired with modern items and art. The colour combination of blue and brown will never go out of style and that beaded wallpaper is to die for!! This room is a definite GLAM SLAM!
Ok….who wouldn’t want this master ensuite in their house…..this bathroom is a major swoon-fest!! Oh la la!! The detail of the onyx and laser cut tile mimic an area rug and draw your eye to that fabulous free-standing tub. The faucet coming out of that piece of marble shaped like a headboard is a masterpiece and so very creative. The grey and creamy gold colour palette also adds to the glam factor in this room!
Photographer: Matthew Millman
The double sinks are on the opposite wall of the tub area…very smart thinking. Add built-ins with a TV unit and original art and this is one glamorous bathroom!!
So what do you think? Is Melanie Coddington worthy of another Glamour Friday post in the future…..I definitely think so!!
If your home is craving some glamour, then contact me online or in person! I’d love to help!
Glamorously yours,
Christine xo
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