Lauren Conrad on Decorating With Classics


Updated 08/17/11 2:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lauren Conrad Interior Design Advice

If you haven't seen it already, starlet Lauren Conrad has an eponymous blog where she writes about everything from fashion to cooking to decorating, always in an approachable, empowering voice. She doesn't claim to be an expert on any of these topics, but rather shares what she's learned from experiences dressing up for fabulous fêtes and outfitting her own LA interiors. One piece of design Read more

What the Location of Your Mess Says About You (and How to Fix It)


Updated 08/19/11 4:43 PM · Posted by Shelterpop · 4 comments

Attributes of Messy People

I'm excited to present a post from one of my favorite sites, ShelterPop! We've learned what a mess says about you, but have you considered the impact of where that mess is located? Author and environmental psychologist Sally Augustin, PhD sheds some light on this surprising revelation. (And yes, we've learned lots from this!) Mess location: The entrywayChances are you are: Extroverted"A mess in Read more

How to Create a Sweet Retreat in Your Home


Updated 08/24/11 2:11 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Create a Relaxation Space in Your Home

Having a space in your home dedicated for relaxation can give you a great sense of comfort and grounding at the end of a long day. Maybe you can only dedicate a small corner of your apartment, or perhaps you have a whole room to spare, but you don't have a be a feng shui master or practice meditation daily to deserve a spot in your home that's a sweet escape from everyday life. Whether you want Read more

Emily Henderson's Advice on Saving and Splurging


Updated 08/30/10 5:05 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Emily Henderson's Advice on Saving and Splurging

Did you catch my interview last week with Secrets From a Stylist's Emily Henderson? Emily shared so many great ideas with me in the interview that I wasn't able to fit them into two posts, so today I'm back with some more of her great tips. When I asked Emily for her advice on where to save money when home decorating, she recommended, "Mirrors are a good bang for your buck. They're not as Read more

Summer Style: Flower Arranging Tips From Paul Lowe


Updated 06/16/10 6:37 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 2 comments

Simple Flower Arranging Tips From Paul Lowe

I'm not the only one who thinks that one rule of Summer style should be keeping things simple. Interior and food stylist Paul Lowe agrees that simple presentations can make a huge visual impact when it comes to flowers. I asked him if he could some simple Summer styling techniques for flowers, and he happily agreed. Here's one of Paul's flower tips: "When I work with flowers I always try to keep Read more

How-To: Design Smart in Small Spaces


Updated 09/16/09 3:45 PM · Posted by CasaSugar · 1 comment

How-To:  Design Smart in Small Spaces

Recently, I gave you a glimpse of a Calgary apartment that interior deisign firm Corea Sotropa renovated. One of the firm's specialties is designing for small spaces. Corea Sotropa was kind enough to share some tips for designing for small spaces. Want to see all of the firm's great advice? Then read more Read more

Casa Quickie: Frame Your Faves


Updated 07/24/09 11:09 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 4 comments

Casa Quickie: Frame Your Faves

Take a cue from Funny People, and decorate your walls according to what you love. In the movie, Seth Rogen plays an aspiring comedian who is mentored by Adam Sandler, a seasoned vet of the comedy business. In a movie that's all about funny people, it makes sense that their homes should reflect their love with framed photos of comedians. Do the same in your house by letting your art and Read more

Design Advice and Special Sale This Saturday at West Elm


Updated 06/19/09 7:00 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Design Advice and Special Sale This Saturday at West Elm

Are you going to be up early this Saturday morning? Tomorrow morning (June 20), all west elm stores are hosting Fall Design Events. The events will take place prior to opening (the time depends on the location, but most events are either from 8-10 a.m. or 9-11 a.m.). At the event, west elm's in-store team will talk through Fall design tips and show the new pre-Fall assortment. Interested? Call Read more

Armani on Fashion Versus Style


Updated 05/20/09 6:20 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Armani on Fashion Versus Style

"Fashion is often about trends, whereas style is about more eternal qualities. The essence of good design for me lies in the consistency of approach. ... Good design should aim to produce things that are both beautiful and functional — your work should deliver what it promises to the customer. If it’s furniture — say, a chair — it should be well made and a pleasure to sit in; if it’s a Read more