Online Magazines - Are they inspiring you?

When it comes to seeking out inspiration -one thing I always look forward to is online magazines. The latest issues of Lonny Magazine & Adore Home Mag are some of my favorite issues! You can get a sneak peek of both below! 

Displaying homes from New York city to Australia - both are equally engaging & completely inspiring! I swear, I feel like re-decorating after I finish looking through these issues! But, we merely moved into this place and that just ISN'T happening! 

On a side note, I wish these online mags would devote an issue to more AFFORDABLE SPACES - so that the pages don't just serve as inspiration but would be attainable to most people. Make sense???

Do these online magazines inspire you? Do you feel they should feature more affordable spaces sometimes?

-images via :
lonny mag
adore home mag

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Design: Brass + Beige

Hi lovely MBG readers! Amanda here today, with a look into two of this year's home decor trends - brass and beige. As we know that emerald green has made its statement in home decor, the beige trend predicted by Elle Decor was a surprise as beige can be bland and boring. But it is in for the Spring and far from boring when paired with bolder hues (perfect with emerald!) and mixed with textures.

The resurgence of brass metal on the other hand is the hot finish for lighting fixtures, furniture and hardware. But it's not the brass we hated. Whether it's polished, antiqued, or hammered, brass is back more refined and with a different kind of finish.

Vogue Living

Elle Decor

Windsor Smith 

1. Dipped Vase
2. Charles Brass Mirror Tray
3. Gold Leaf Agate Bookends
4. Mineral Pillow
5. Horn Vases
6. Brass Rivet Table Lamp
7. Harry 3-seater sofa
8. Antique Brass Chair
9. Table


-post by amanda dietz

 

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Nate Berkus Giveaway!!!

Hello everyone! A few months ago Nate Berkus launched his new book, The Things That Matter.  I was lucky enough to receive a copy from Nate himself (signed & all) - woo hoo! So, I decided to get another copy along with the snakeskin box for one lucky winner!  

Unfortunately the 2nd copy wasn't signed - but no worries, it' just as AWESOME, trust me +you get the super cool snakeskin box. You can add pencils or jewelry, it's up to you! 

THE PRIZE:
Nate Berkus's book, "The Things That Matter" + snakeskin box! 

HOW TO ENTER:
It's easy, leave a comment here with your email then TWEET about this giveaway + link to this giveaway on twitter.  

DON'T HAVE TWITTER?:
It's okay, you can still enter by leaving your email- so we can contact you.

GIVEAWAY ENDS ON:
Thursday, December 13th. Make sure to come back & check to see if you won! Good luck!

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED
 
-images by jen ramos

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Decor: Soft Glamour

Hi everyone! It's Amanda. I was so inspired by Jen's NYC closet awhile back I thought I'd style a room with a soft glamour feel. I'm sure I speak for most when I say, I wish I had a huge walk-in closet! 

Lucky for those that do! But if you have that extra space.. what better way to add all your favorite pinks, blush and peach tones in a single dream room! (especially when you don't live alone) It's like the perfect girl cave - only extra chic.

via Traditional Home

via Lonny Mag

1 New York Print | 2 Ethel Armchair | 3 Peaks and Valleys Wallpaper - Midnight | 4 Feather Headdress Wall Decor | 5 Non Je Regrette Rien Print | 6 Side Table | 7 Ramio-Velvet Pillow | 8 Reactive Glass Lamp | 9 Muse Bowl | 10 NARS Acapulco Candle | 11 Black Lacquer Commode | 12 Fendi Baguette Book | 13 Moss Cobble Balls

-post by amanda dietz

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Design Manifest

Earlier this year I met Naomi from Design Manifest blog. I've been a fan of her work ever since I discovered it online a few years ago! She has a fantastic design aesthetic & one of my favorites! Today she sent a sneak peek into her latest work - where she reveals the gorgeous spaces she designed for clients.

I should be so LUCKY to get a little DESIGN advice from her on my next place! Right???

Here are samples of her most recent work, you can actually see the before & after pictures on her blog! Also, check out her blog tomorrow for the final reveal of the living room!

-images via design manifest

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Book Review: Dazzling Design: Amanda Nisbet

Looking for a good book with lots of inspiration?? 

How about Dazzling Design. I got this book in the mail recently from the people over at Abrams - which I am grateful for, thanks so much!!

This book by Designer Amanda Nisbet - is one of my favorites this year! Her work has been featured in many magazines like , Elle Decor, House Beautiful, O Magazine & more! It's full of color & texture, with over 250 pages of photographs of New York City apartments, country houses & Hamptons beach homes! This book is ideal for those of you who live in traditional homes but still want to bring a punch of color to your place!  

I took a few snapshots of my favorite pages - so you could see I'm NOT kidding, this book is on fire!! You can buy a copy here.

-images by jen ramos

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