Memorial Day has become as much of a shopping deal week/weekend as much as a national military observance day. Starting as soon as a week before, the sales have started and it’s time to grab these bargains while the good stuff is still available. From large retailers, to local boutiques, many stores are offering anywhere from 25% off to 75% as the prime summertime shopping is rapidly passing. And with summer almost in full swing, now is the time to buy! Here are some examples of some great deals I found: So how often does Gucci go on sale? Almost never! These blingy, silk green gems at on sale ..read more

Well, I know New Years Eve has obviously passed (I for one passed on an expensive party) but the beginning of the New Year is still in full swing. While the After Christmas sales are great deals to be found, there is not much in terms of selection and finding your size?! Hence, I’m turning to the future! After much perusing, here are some of my favorites new and continuing trends: Rounded and square toed shoes: So ladies, don’t throw out your Christian Louboutin pointed spiked heels just yet, but there is still a trend toward more square toed and block heeled shoes which to me means more comf ..read more

As an interior designer, I use and love infusing fashion trends in my designs. People and many of may clients have come to recognize the both interior design and fashion are a way to freely express themselves in a materialistic ways. Both give you the freedom to creatively explore and develop a better understanding of yourself and others around you. Confidence is created internally but the clothes you choose to wear and the space you surround yourself in will ignite it! Fashion is the driving force which interior design follows and finds its inspiration from. It is constantly evolving along wi ..read more

While it certainly may not feel like Fall right now, October is just around the corner and temps will be falling! Here are some of my top trends for fashion this season: 1.Animal Instincts: Whether leopard, snakeskin or zebra, animal prints are still all the rage. From dresses, tops, accessories and to even footwear, this edgy trend still continues. 2. Mini skirts: Cincinnista’s, if you can pull it off, Do It! While we’ve been seeing tons of midi-length dresses and skirts, this trend is sexy AND classic! 3. Color Trend: Deep Emerald. While “Living Color” was considered ..read more

Memorial Day has become as much of a shopping deal week/weekend as much as a national military observance day. Starting as soon as a week before, the sales have started and it’s time to grab these bargains while the good stuff is still available. From large retailers, to local boutiques, many stores are offering anywhere from 25% off to 75% as the prime summertime shopping is rapidly passing. And with summer almost in full swing, now is the time to buy! Here are some examples of some great deals I found: So how often does Gucci go on sale? Almost never! These blingy, silk green gems ..read more

So, I know I’ve talked a lot about fashion trends for this year, but last week we hosted an event at AYI discussing the top Interior Design Trends for this year going forward now that spring is finally (well, kind of:) upon us. Here are my favorite 8 trends: Gray: So is it here to stay? I get asked this question over and over lately. While I myself has enjoyed this color as well as many a client, I have always preached “proceed with caution” when it comes to gray with big ticket items. While gray has permeated our design style for years now even down to hardwood flooring, I ..read more