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Despite popular belief, neutral doesn’t mean boring. The mistake some make is believing that creating a neutral room is dull + unfinished. Successfully decorating a neutral room is anything but boring and it is possible to make it feel polished, interesting and put together! If you want to design an exciting neutral room, here are […]

It’s the time of year when we are looking for the most special gift for our favourite people and if you are like me we look for something unique and one of a kind for one of the most beautiful women in our lives, here are some fun ideas. I truly enjoy the gift-giving season, […]

It seems like yesterday that I was busy shopping and decorating for my first dorm room (1996). How time flies!! I remember how important it was to make sure my tiny dorm space felt perfectly curated (and coordinating with my roommates of course)! There are so many options these days (like headboards for example) that […]

Many of us have a fair amount of beauty products stuffed in our bathroom cabinets and overflowing into drawers and counters. Mine was no exception for most of my life. It’s no surprise the bathroom is also the second-largest area of waste in our homes, followed by the kitchen. Six years ago, I got my […]

When I lived in the US, my closet was the size of my current bedroom. Leaving that space behind made me think more carefully about the clothes I buy and the outfits I wear. I left fast fashion behind and embraced the capsule wardrobe life. Now, I choose to invest in elegant, classic pieces that […]

I learned an important life lesson when I left Dallas for Australia. I downsized from 356 sq mt and moved into 111 sq mt. It’s still a lot of space, but when you have double the stuff, it’s a bit of a challenge. I had to think mindfully about what I brought with me, what […]

Managing a household with children and busy schedules can quickly become overwhelming. I’ve found that creating a calming environment alleviates stress and keeps our home “flowing” more efficiently. Consider these simple tips to bring on the zen vibes in your home. 1. Music Let your favorite music list play. It’s proven that music has therapeutic […]