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Vintage Fashionistas Cheer For Pink And Orange!

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You don't need to be a genius to determine that I am not a big fan of pink, based on a quick peek into my closet. Or orange, for that matter. So it's hard for me to explain why I squeal with delight when I see these two colors together. I guess sometimes what seems like two fashion wrongs can actually make a big fashion right! And lots of folks agree. Like Jonathan Adler, for instance, who believes there's no better way to banish the blues than with this bright color combination. Or Alexander Girard and so many other designers in the 1960s who married these two tangy shades in home decor and advertising as well as in fashion. Today's slideshow features some outstanding vintage examples of this zesty color pairing, which is like putting on an instant good mood (or enjoying a nice big scoop of rainbow sherbet). Who can possibly stay dreary while wearing something this bright and cheery? Click the slideshow to get inspired!

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Hot In The Hive: Food Print Bowls

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Have you ever been tricked by a mirror? No, I'm not talking about those dressing room mirrors that make anyone look like Gisele. I'm talking about mirrored walls that make rooms look bigger or half-filled mirrored bowls that make it seem like it's filled with endless treats. Yup, I've definitely gotten tricked by mirrors! This time, it's not a mirror that has tricked me, but trompe l'oeil print instead. I found these food print bowls from Dutch by Design and was instantly charmed by them. The outside of the bowls look quite ordinary, but once you peek inside, a convincing print of popcorn, chips, salad greens, french fries, and more can be seen. I can imagine filling the popcorn bowl with popcorn and watching my friends try and get the last kernel only to be tricked! The hard part is deciding which one to get!


Price: $16
Who Found It: facadeindreams was the first to add the Food Print Bowls to the Hive.

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Tags :   decor , decorate , design , food , home , kitchen ,

Live In Green Luxury In Chicago's Emerald Condos

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It IS easy being green! At least at Emerald it is. These twin towers of eco-friendly condos on the east edge of Chicago'ss hot, hot, hot West Loop neighborhood offer a calm, relaxing retreat in the middle of the urban jungle. Decorated in a variety of natural greens and recycled materials, the lobby (with 2-story glass atrium), bar/lounge and boardroom are conscious common areas just steps from Restaurant Row, Greektown, The Loop and the financial district. Each unit has a private balcony -- many with picturesque skyline views -- as another way to bring nature inside. And with an appropriate address on Green Street, Emerald lives up to its gem status in luxury environmentally responsible living.

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Make A Bold Statement With Colorblock Home Decor

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The colorblock craze is one that I like very much. There is nothing more sophisticated than that classic combo of black and white. Bright, solid hues matched with black or each other make for an eye-catching and fashionable ensemble. It's such an easy and appealing way to add interest and color, it's a wonder that it hasn't caught on in home decor as well. Be a trend-setter and apply this tried and true style statement to your home. You can choose a few of your favorite colors and use them in a number of accents. Throw pillows and rugs are an easy way to go and make boring rooms more colorful and energetic. Items like placemats and shower curtains are also fun and easy ways to spruce up your living space and give your home a harmonious theme without having to spend too much! Click on the slideshow for some great colorblock ideas that you can bring into your home!

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Furnish Your Home With One-Of-A-Kind Designs From Baker Furniture

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"Enchanting," "exclusive" and "one-of-a-kind" are words that describe legendary design icon Tony Duquette, his lavish LA estate "Dawnridge," and Baker Furniture's luxury line by Hutton Wilkinson. Join Wilkinson, (who worked with Duquette for 30 years as an apprentice, assistant and then business partner) as he gives us a glimpse inside a magical home where inspiration and beauty reside. "The Select Works of Tony Duquette" line features recreations of his furniture, lighting and accessories and is available at Baker Furniture locations worldwide. Wilkinson also creates bold, colorful jewelry pieces that follow the Duquette design aesthetic-- and as he says, "If it's not fabulous, it's meaningless."

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Small Space Storage Solutions For The Closet-less Fashionista

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Lately I've been looking at apartments with some friends who are looking to move to a new place. While many have spacious kitchens, lots of windows, and large bedrooms, I've found that some have tiny closets or no closet at all! I'm certainly not a fan of using the hallway closet to hold all of my clothes along with the vacuum cleaner, but there are definitely options that can keep your clothes safely in your room. If you have a small closet, keep all your dresses, shirts, and pants inside the closet. Then make the most of your free wall space by adding something like the Fleur-De-Lys Hook Rack to hang your jackets and coats. For larger storage solutions for the closet-less, go for an armoire like this bamboo wardrobe (cute dog not included). An armoire may seem like a fortune to spend, but if you get a quality piece you love, you'll keep it forever. Lastly, for the minimalist (in style and budget), a simple rolling rack may do just fine for less than $20. Take a peek at my slideshow to see it all!

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Hot In The Hive: Witches' Kitchen Casserole Cauldron

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Double, double, toil and trouble! Concoct the perfect witches' brew (or a totally harmless casserole that's just frighteningly festive) this Halloween season with the Witches' Kitchen Casserole Bowl from Unica. The black ceramic bowl can also be used as a regular serving bowl (snacks, candy, spooky side dishes -- you name it!) and is part of a sustainable line of limited-edition goods produced from eco-friendly materials. Sure, it's a little costly, but it's not so garishly Halloween-ish that you'd be forced to hide it in the cupboard until next year. It's universally sleek and stylish for kitchenware, but with the right seasonal decor and the perfect pointed hat, it's potion-ready!


Price: $360
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Witches' Kitchen Casserole Bowl to the Hive.

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Travel Around The World In The Comfort Of Your Own Home!

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It's time to spice things up at home, and not just in the bedroom either! While we would all love to be jet-setters and fly off to exotic places halfway across the world, it is not a possibility for many of us due to money, time or both. Although the mysticism of far away lands may be enticing, but not quite within reach at the moment, these sumptuous luxuries and richly saturated materials can be brought back and enjoyed in your own home. With ethnic African and safari-inspired prints that make your living area feel like a trip to the savannah, richly saturated and beautifully decorated rugs and home accents that make you feel like you're laying back in a Persian palace, and the minimalist sophistication of Asian-inspired pieces that help give you a peaceful and meditative state, you can take a trip around the world in the comfort of your own home. Click on the slideshow to see some home decor that will add the alluring glamour of distant destinations to your living space.

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Hot In The Hive: Jonathan Adler Mr. and Mrs. Muse Salt And Pepper Shakers

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These days, I'm getting invited to fewer wild parties and going to more subdued wedding showers and housewarming parties instead. Well... they seem more subdued until someone drinks one too many wine coolers and the rest is Facebook infamy. Anyway, the point of the story is that I'm no longer expected to bring a six-pack of cheap beer. Instead, I have to buy a real gift that they'll actually want to use. That's why I've been falling back on the creative genius of designer Jonathan Adler and buying all his cute creations. My latest find is the Mr. and Mrs. Muse salt and pepper shakers. These super adorable salt and pepper shakers is a great choice for a housewarming or hostess gift for any quirky friends you may have. As the night wanes and I have the urge to be a little immature, I can always bring the two shakers together and have them make kissy faces. Please, don't tell me you didn't think of that too!


Price: $48
Who Found It: facadeindreams was the first to add Jonathan Adler Mr. and Mrs. Muse salt and pepper shakers to the Hive.

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Tags :   decor , decorate , design , dining room , home , jonathan adler , kitchen , living , salt and pepper shaker

Creative Halloween Costumes That Are Already In Your Home!

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So you may have left trick-or-treating behind years ago, but the idea of getting dressed up as something completely different and off-the-wall still sounds like a lot of fun. As we get older and reality sets in more, a night to morph into something or someone completely different certainly has its appeal. Or maybe it's the kid in us that still loves to play dress-up with crazy accessories and gratuitous amounts of make-up that would in no way be appropriate for everyday life. Plus, Halloween means parties and get-togethers and it's always fun to see what kind of crazy get-ups others are coming up with. Halloween only comes once a year so we want to make sure our costume is a memorable one. It needs to be unique and original, but we're not trying to break the bank for just one night of ghoul-induced debauchery. Anyone can be a simple cat (or mouse or leopard or whatever other animal ears you want to add to that unitard and heels), or put on a plaid skirt and call yourself a school-girl. Been there and done that way too many times. With a little brain power and do-it-yourself skills, you'd be surprised how many items you already have laying around the house can become a creative costume that people will remember and talk about into the next year. Check out the slideshow for creative costume ideas made from household items that you already have!

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Tags :   adult halloween costumes , costume , halloween , halloween costumes , home , household , kids costumes , trick or treating
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