Classic With A Twist

What is not to love about this room. Check out Tommy Smythe's home tour on Apartment Therapy for a major dose of inspiration. The balance of antique and new is really stunning. As Sarah Richardson's right hand man, it's no wonder his place looks like this- He is incredibly talented!Oh yes, and how about those wing backed chairs? Wowsa!

Gorgeous yellow table, displaying two obelisks, along side a lovely bit of grenery- very hot right now! I also love the small topiary.

Tommy has really fantastic collections of matchbooks from travelling, pencils in a color theme, and a beautiful collection of silver candlesticks. I really love this image, and want to incorporate some of his design ideas into our living room- I love a little masculinity!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Playing Dress Up

We are in dyer need of getting chairs for our dining room idea- I am loving, loving loving, these white slipcovered chairs....Amazing

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Golden Age

I love this large gold mirror. It really makes a statement without being too loud!! Oooh yes and plaid chair is devine!

Gotta love plaid -Right hipstas??

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Bedroom Inspiration

Visualize the following...We have the bedframe, we have some art(need to build that up more... Deep Breath, Give it time).... All we need is the bedspread, which I think I might have seen at Pottery Barn a while back & we need to get that damn dresser sprayed- that will be a process...

Pottery Barn( I have yet to see this duvet in stores)

$170.00

The only thing is that Bruce can't jump around with dirty fit or I might have a mild heart attack!

Oh yes and change out that dog for our Brucey!!

Thanks Sarah at Flourish Design and style for the post!!

P.S. Please dont mind the terrible exposure of these pictures...

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Black + White

Here is a bedroom update! Today I decided to spice things up a little in the bedroom- Hey now get your mind out of the gutter(hehe!). So, I bought an orchid. What a difference flowers make, I always say that, just classic white flowers make a room look fresh and beautiful.

Here is the current state of the bedroom, I want to paint it a glossy black though- what do you think??

New Bedding

I think that the black would pop off the white bedroom walls. I would also contrast with a change of bedding, such as my dream monogrammed pillows, or something with a black striped around the duvet cover. Much to do my friends!!

I just had to add a photo of our sweet little Brucey

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Gallery

I love gallery walls, especially when the color are subdued like this one. The vibe is a little retro/vintage, but traditional I think because of the white couch and bench....

The black and white photographs also offers a contrast, but doesn't take away from the prettiness of the pastel photographs.... Love!!!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

O Noir

I am loving this look on Reese Witherspoon- Flawless... and SO elegant!!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Oh, Christmas Tree

This is so gorgeous with large round table in the middle of the room! Look at the striping of the carpet and the detailing in the on the ceiling! It has a Nutcracker vibe to me! I always love the combination of blue and white!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Kitchen Envy

I love the ceiling in this kitchen!! It so SoCal, the beams are amazing, and look at those mouldings!! Love the pops of color!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Black and White

So simple, I love wallpaper in the kitchen... It's instant style, add a mirror, fabulous chandelier, bouquet of your favorite flowers and voila!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Father of the Bride House??

How cute is this "Father of the Bride" look-a-like found in Mount Royal, Calgary?? I Love it, it has always been my "American Dream" house!! I especially love the black shutters, on the white- all it is missing is a white picket fence!! What do you think?? The shot isn't the best as Blayre was too embarrased to slow down and get multiple stalking shots!!! hahaha

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Pink Lady

I love these hints of pink- how beautiful! Isn't that peacock wallpaper gorgeous?

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Wallpaper... Loves

Always Stay Graceful,

L.

Black and White

Could you do black and white? I think I could, but I would need pops of color... Here is a look at some fantastic black/white combinations!

Always Stay Graceful,

L.