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

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    Ida Hsiang on окт 19, 2009 8:23 AM PDT
    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.

    Asian-Inspired Fun For Back to School!

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    DIY thing on авг 31, 2009 2:21 PM PDT
    We've been surfing our favorite sites looking at back-to-school fashion and we keep finding ourselves drawn to fun, Asian-inspired looks. becky oh!'s Japanese Retro Wristlet will add style to your wrist for $35 and can be found at What Designers. The bright, funky print is made from Japanese linen. If you want an elegant look, check out the designer Hairpin Flowers Silk Chiffon Scarf by Yosifa Silk - get it at Smashing Darling. And for just plain fun during the school day, you will want one of these handmade Fortune Tellers from Sycamore Street Press. And there are a host of fun totes and bags at Tokyomade. Check out ColorCult's Winged Tote, or the Vintage Obi Messenger, an original, hand made bag by Japanese designer Honmonoya. And Ichigo Seijin's Bento Box bag is pure fun. See all of our picks in our slideshow!

    Transform Your Abode With Asian-Inspired Home Decor

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    Anna Yu on июл 28, 2009 4:24 PM PDT
    There are many times in my life where I would love to get away from it all and go to an exotic Asian country to enjoy the beautiful sights and delicious food. So when I looked online for plane tickets, the four figured price tag promptly stopped my plans for the whirlwind vacation. While I can't afford to transport myself to another country, I can certainly transform my home to at least reflect my imaginary travels! Seeing a well decorated home with Asian-inspired objects makes me think the the owner is sophisticated and well traveled so what's not to like about that? You can start out small like this pagoda wine bottle stopper from Saks Fifth Avenue for a bit of Asian flair whenever you're entertaining. If you're looking for a total room makeover, add a koi rug. Now you can sit back, light some incense, and imagine yourself into another world. Click my slideshow to see more Asian-inspired goodies you can get without a plane ticket!

    Hot In The Hive: Thermos-Minis by Crea Crea And Crescioni Vanina!

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    Ida Hsiang on июл 20, 2009 6:21 AM PDT
    You almost wouldn't expect something so whimsically designed and sweetly packaged from the seriously sophisticated and cynically chic French! Just to prove that they are always unpredictable and one-step ahead, French designers Crea Crea and Crescioni Vanina are introducing Thermos-minis! These cute little drink containers are the baby-siblings of the huge, heavy, stainless steel versions that my dad lugs around in order to save money on coffee. They are obviously smaller, but still hold enough that you won't be left wanting more caffeine after drinking the last drops. These Thermos-minis hold about 8 oz of whatever drink you want... hot, cold, or spiked (just kidding). Besides keeping a good temperature on your drinks (because if it didn't, it wouldn't be a Thermos), these Thermos-minis also come in an array of fun and colorful designs and patterns. Personalize your morning pick-me-up by choosing anything from Asian-inspired floral patterns to multi-colored dots and shapes! There's even ones that resemble a tiny man or an umbrella toting frog! All the designs are different, but all are whimsical, care-free and full of bright color. Their size allows you to pop them into a purse or tote, or to throw into the backseat of a car. No more cookie-cutter, silver steel thermoses that need their own carrier just to transport them around!


    Price: $38.00
    Who Found It: idabone was first to add the Plyones - THERMOS-MINI to the Hive.

    Spend Your Downtime In Loungewear With An Asian Flair

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    Pippie Flannigan on окт 28, 2008 2:21 PM PDT
    When I was quite young, my older brother was a huge fan of "The Karate Kid." With only one TV in the house designated for "kid use" and being the younger sibling of the pair, I ended up spending much of my formative years watching parts 1 and 2 of this classic 1980's saga. At some point, I fell in love with the lovely traditional garments the women wore throughout the movie sequel. I thought the styles were so elegant and pretty that this red-headed Irish girl was even a geisha for Halloween one year. So, I'm pretty jazzed that some of these prints have made their way into modern sleepwear and loungewear. Some styles border on sexy, but for the most part these modern takes on traditional Asian robes are just plain beautiful. Check out my SLIDESHOW for a look!

    Aviaries- They're Not Just For The Birds!

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    Greta on сен 29, 2008 6:26 AM PDT
    Hanging aviaries in your home makes a spectacular statement and provides a unique way to store and display coveted items. Hang a collection of vintage bird cages at differing heights in your living room, display a single dramatic one on a table or shelf, or use cages to showcase potted plants in garden settings-- the possibilities are infinite because there are so many options when it comes to aviaries. Not only are there a plethora of bird cages available online and in antique shops and pet stores, but they are also easy to customize with spray paint and distressors. I'd fill aviaries in my home with everything from orchids to seashells to faux fruit to tea lights and dramatic candles alike. So let your creative juices flow and invest in an aviary this fall! There are quite a few available in the Hive from a pair of Far East pagoda-inspired pieces to a spectacular golden Victorian-era conservatory bird cage. Check out my SLIDESHOW to see my five favorite decorative aviaries.
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