A Guest Post By Jane Blanchard of Modernize.com Just picture it. You walk into your closet to walls lined with perfectly portioned shelves and wrought-iron rods set to custom heights for dresses and shirts. Then you turn the corner, and there it is, the shoe showcase. Swoon. It’s a dream for any fashion lover as well … Continue reading
Although wedding season is winding down for this year (at least in the Northern Hemisphere!) things are just getting fired up for planning those 2015 weddings. Personally, I’m part of two wedding parties next spring, and I’ve been having a heyday exploring creative DIY projects to bring a special, memorable touch to the events. Not to … Continue reading
It’s that time again, that time when we have fun exploring trends that are criss-crossing from interiors to fashion and back again. The cool autumn weather is bringing on that cozy feeling and it’s making me think of all the cute and cuddly creatures that are collecting their nuts, lining their dens and warming up … Continue reading
One of the things that never fails to catch my eye and inspire me in home decor is the combination of light and color. That’s the reason why I am absolutely in love with this mason jar DIY from Lilyshop. They would look so beautiful sitting on a windowsill or used as a tealight candle … Continue reading
This weekend I finally realised that the weather is really cooling down a bit. I think I’ve been in denial, but yes, it is time to get my autumn jacket out of the cupboard and start wearing it! I got a cute red one earlier in the summer which I’m a little excited to start … Continue reading
One of my favourite colour combinations for chic cooler-weather days and sultry evening affairs is black and gold. Every-classy and fresh, this season is seeking simple shapesaccented by rich textures, layered jewels, geometric embellishmentsand glossy metallic finishes. 1–2 A black and gold scheme is a gorgeous and romantic ideafor interiors too: here are some of … Continue reading
A brief return, during a very busy fall…I’m doing my best to keep The Unexpected Chic going! I have a few other projects on the go as well which are stealing time, not to mention my ‘real’ job! Thanks for reading, and keep checking back… ;) And now – my absolute FAVOURITE colour for fall, … Continue reading
With my general lack of self control when it comes to shopping and thrifting, I’ve accumulated a number of cool old suitcases over the years. They’re kind of just chilling out in my parents’ basement at the moment, awaiting the day when I have the opportunity to go on a trip with just the clothes … Continue reading
I remember back in the day one year at summer camp we were assigned the project of making tie dye underwear. Why underwear, I have no idea! And of course, our newly dyed projects had to be put out to dry, so we were all embarrassed hanging our horrendously blotchy colourful knickers and training bras … Continue reading
While my abode is sadly lacking in the outdoor space department (a smallish balcony with more pidgeon poop than furniture) I can still dream of what exactly I would do if I did have a little bit more to work with! Having said that, don’t let space constraints stop you: a gorgeous summer party doesn’t … Continue reading
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