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Decorate As You Dress: Emerald Green

Bye bye Tangerine Tango!!  Last week, Pantone, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries announced PANTONE® 17-5641 Emerald, a lively, radiant, lush green, as the Color of the Year for 2013.

Most often associated with brilliant, precious gemstones, the perception of Emerald is sophisticated and luxurious. Since antiquity, this luminous, magnificent hue has been the color of beauty and new life in many cultures and religions. It’s also the color of growth, renewal and prosperity – no other color conveys regeneration more than green. For centuries, many countries have chosen green to represent healing and unity.

A couple of weeks ago I was at an event with a couple of my designer BFFs and we were talking about what Pantone`s colour would be for 2013 – and we all guessed Green.  We have seen a lot of it on the fashion runways and in home decor – so it really wasn’t a huge surprise.

Since fashion and home decor intersect so closely, this is what pantone had to say about utilizing Emerald Green in fashion and in the home. 

Emerald for Fashion:

The prevalence of green has been steadily rising for several seasons, especially in the fashion and couture markets, and even on the red carpet. Appropriate for every occasion, Emerald’s classic elegance makes for striking and irresistible women’s formal and everyday wear as well as accessories. Emerald also makes a strong statement in men’s sportswear, knitwear and ties.

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Emerald for Interiors:

Enhance your sense of well-being at home by rejuvenating the interior with Emerald paint, accents and accessories. This jewel-like hue will create a luxurious feel in an entryway, powder room, dining room or study, and bring life to a living room as an accent wall. Add a splash of color to the kitchen and dining room areas with Emerald dinnerware, stemware and appliances.

Yesterday I went for a manicure and this is what I got done.  I thought it was a lot of fun – perfect for the holidays and I`m sure it would be Pantone approved!

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Green glitter French manicure with a hint of gold!!

I`m not crazy about going overboard with the green, but I do love the colour combinations of blue & green and green and pink….very girly!

Here are some images to inspire you and get you in the mood for emerald green in 2013.

Green Painted Furniture inspiration

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Holiday #coloroftheyear-inspired gift idea for the fashionista: Legacy Leather Penny Shoulder Purse from @Coach, Inc., $198

Holiday #coloroftheyear-inspired gift idea for master dwellers and interior designers: Velvet Zaadi-Dot Pillow from @Anthropologie, $198

Holiday #coloroftheyear-inspired gift idea for the college student: DeLonghi kMix 5-cup Drip Green Coffee Maker available from @Overstock.com, $149.95

Lots of green

All images via Pantone and Pinterest 

So….are you excited about next year`s IT colour.  Share your thoughts in the comment section below!!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

What’s Trending in Dabble Magazine

 

The latest issue of Dabble Magazine went live at the end of July but since internet is quite spotty up at Emerald Lake I wasn’t able to blog about it.

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My current What’s Trending column is all about Ombre in home decor. One piece is all you need to add this fun effect into your home.

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My good friend Nicholas Rosaci, Dabble’s DIY Guy has created a very stylish DIY project for this issue.  He really is sooooooo creative.

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Dabble also has an IPAD contest running right now.  See below for all 3 ways you can enter and win this great prize!

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Believe it or not, I’m currently working on the next issue highlighting fall trends which is my favourite time of the year for fashion and interior design. Can`t wait to share it with you next month.

Well, that`s it for now. I`m off to work on my Bunkie so I can share with you another progress update.

Ciao!!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

What’s Trending in the latest issue of Dabble Magazine!

 

The June/July issue of Dabble Magazine is now available for your reading pleasure, so if you haven’t had a chance to read it online, then here’s your chance!

That’s Dudley the dog on the cover…isn’t he adorable!!

You can see what I am up to in this issue below where the focus is all about outdoor decorating.

And here is my latest What’s Trending column!  With so many stylish options for outdoor patio decor, it’s almost a shame to put it away at the end of the season…..so I’m all about bringing the outdoors into your home.

 

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Hope you enjoy the latest Dabble Mag issue!!

If you need any assistance creating an outdoor oasis in your backyard, then give me a call at (416) 859-5082 or send me an email!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

Decorate as You Dress — Flower Power!!

I am way overdue for a Decorate as You Dress blog post and the recent purchase of these fabulous floral wedge heels inspired me.  Aren’t they absolutely gorgeous for spring/summer.  And what an easy look to incorporate into your home decor this season.  Love the feminine chintz pattern on these seat cushions (image from Style at Home magazine)

 

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Here are a few more images from the same home featured in the April Colour issue of Style at Home Magazine. 

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And of course, you can never go wrong with having fresh flowers in every room!!

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In the latest spring issue of Dabble Magazine I wrote how Florals in home decor are a constant trend during the spring/summer season.  You can read my latest column here.

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So, will you incorporate something flowery into your closet and home decor this season.  Let me know by leaving a comment below!! 

Happy Victoria Day long weekend to my fellow Canadian friends!!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

Colour Trends & Decorating Ideas Seminar!

 

Happy Friday!!  Just thought  I would let you know that my good friend Leigh-Ann Allaire-Perralt is speaking at a decorating seminar next Tuesday at 7p.m.

So if you are in the area of Oakville, then come on by and say hello to me and Leigh-Ann.  All the details are below!!

 

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Hope to see you there!!  Have a great Family Day weekend if you are in Ontario!!  And if not, then have a super weekend anyway!!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

Christmas Inspiration Day 5: A glimpse into my Christmas decorating theme

Believe it or not, I’m still not 100% finished decorating my home even though I started at the end of November!!  And I won’t be getting my real tree until this weekend.  But in the meantime, I though I would show you how I have incorporated my Purple passion Christmas theme into my home so far!!

If you know me well, then you know how much I love wine.  So it only makes sense that my dining room table centrepiece is made out of full length wine staves from the barrel.  And its the perfect vessel to display my ornaments.

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I’m really pleased how my purple ornaments in varying sizes along with my purple table runner look on my dining room table. It’s very dramatic and glamorous flanked by my mirrored candelabras.

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My Lucite reindeer and snowballs are on prominent display on my sideboard, alongside my mother’s silver tea/coffee set that she gave me so it has a lot of sentimental value (BTW: it needs a good polishing)

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These snowballs are just Styrofoam balls with fake snow glued all over…..what an easy DIY project.  I actually found these at the Dollar Store and thought they were fabulous!!  And a great deal!!

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On my other sideboard, I added a very glamorous mirrored tray to house my bar accessories.  Love my glittery nutcracker hidden among the martini utensils and wine decanter. 

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My purple theme will flow into the family room with the real tree as the focal point – once my hubby chops it down this weekend.  So right now all I have decorated is the mantel and a side console table.  The fireplace is not finished because I haven’t hung the stockings yet.  I bought some really gorgeous purple peacock feathered stockings at the end of the season last year so I am looking forward to putting them up.  They will go perfectly with my purple & green peacock feathered trees.

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That’s a purple fur throw in the brown basket by the fireplace.

Here’s a close up of my feathered trees….aren’t they stunning???

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I love symmetry as you can see by the way I displayed my candle holders and trees on the mantle.  Once the room is finished I will put up new pictures so you can see the final result.

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And of course, we need more sparkle with my sparkly purple cones by the hearth.  Christmas is definitely the time to go overboard with lots of sparkle, glitz and glamour!!!

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One of the accent colours to go with my purple theme is orange and bronze…and I showcase this colour scheme with an assortment of ornaments in these colours.  I found these adorable and very glam deer and the tiny nutcracker at Bouclair.  My 2 daughters love the glittery purple deer.

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Here’s a better look! Have you noticed the feather theme going on here!! Feathers are very hot this season in ornaments.

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Next week I will show you my purple tree in all its glory, the foyer AND my white glamour tree that resides in front of the living room window for all to see!.  Yes, every year I have 2 trees!

Well I hope you enjoyed a peek into my Christmas decor, and that I was able to inspire your own Christmas decorating in some way.

Leave me a comment and tell me how you are decorating you home for Christmas this year.

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

And the winner is……

Congratulations Dayna!!!  You won the Glam Blog Giveaway for the $100.00 gift certificate from InVU!!  I will be forwarding your email to InVU and they will contact you on picking up your gift certificate!  Enjoy!!!

 

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Thanks to all of you for sending in your comments.  I hope InVU was able to inspire you with some gorgeous decorating themes this season.  Hoping to have another giveaway next month!!!  So stay tuned!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

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Decorate Your Home for Fall with InVU & a Great Giveaway!!!

Well now that it is officially the fall season are you starting to think about decorating your home for fall?  I know I am!!  And to get started I love to head to one of my favourite stores, InVU Drapery Co.

This fall season InVU has 4 Colour Stories: Natural Eclectic, Carbon, Woodland, Equinox.  All four are absolutely fabulous!!  Which one is your favourite?

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If you can’t decide, this Saturday on October 1st, InVU is hosting an inSTORE event – Decorate Your Home for Fall from 11am – 12pm and 1pm – 2pm at their Mississauga location. I hope you will join them for a 1-hour discussion where their Design Expert will speak to their Fall Trends and how you can bring it home. Not to mention, you’ll be surrounded by gorgeous drapery, fabric and home accessories! You will also have the opportunity to enter a draw for a $1000. store gift certificate.

AND, my friends at InVU have generously offered a $100.00 gift certificate to give away to one of my readers!!! There are many way for you to win this fabulous giveaway.

· Leave me comment on this blog posting telling me which fall trend you want to bring into your home this season.

· Follow both Decor by Christine and InVU on Facebook and leave a comment telling me that you “liked” us!

· Subscribe to both The Glam Blog and the InVU Blog then let me know via a comment on this blog.

·  Follow us both on Twitter via GlamaMama and InVU and leave us a tweet telling us what fall trend you love!

· Please note: This $100 gift certificate is for Canadian residents only

So start commenting and following away and I hope to see you next Saturday at InVu’s instore fall event!!  The Winner of this $100 gift certificate will be announced on this blog, Facebook and Twitter on Monday, October 3rd.

Best of luck!!!

Glamorously yours,

Christine xoxo

September Socials

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!  Flirt female

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!

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I absolutely adore this rug from their Limited Edition Korhani Runway collection—how GLAM is that!!!  It’s called Burlesque No. 4 – Blue – Cream. 

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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!!

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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!!

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

 

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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!!

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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.

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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. 

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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

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