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16
Apr
Audrey Breakfast Tiffanys
Chicago

Quarantine Outfits Inspired by Romantic Comedies

After social distancing for more than a month, I’ve watched my fair share of romantic comedies. I’m talking those tear-jerking, heart-melting movies with iconic phrases you won’t soon forget. After rewatching these iconic films, I started to notice a trend. There are LOT of superb, stylish, and frankly timeless outfits. Is it possible quarantine outfits can be inspired by romantic comedies?

12
Apr
Groundhog Day Syndrome
Chicago

How to Avoid Groundhog Day Syndrome

Over the past few weeks, I’ve heard a lot of people refer to this time as social distancing as “Groundhog Dog” (my dad included). Have you seen the iconic Bill Murray movie from the 90’s? Here’s the basic plot – Bill Murray’s character, Phil Connors, wakes up every single morning and relives the exact same day over and over again. Sound familiar?

14
Aug
Family Room Interior Design
Family Room Redesign
Chicago

All the Details of Our Family Room Redesign

Our First Big Home Project

Sharing a comprehensive look at all of the elements of our family room as well as the details of the design process.

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Sectional: Crate and Barrel “Tyson” custom sectional (in “Vail, Snow” with brass legs) {c/o} | Chair and Ottoman: Crate and Barrel “Cavett” channel (in “Kingston, Lake”) {c/o} | Bookshelves: Crate and Barrel “Estelle” shelves {c/o} | Rug: Jaipur Living “Formation by Pollack” Color FOP03 (10×14) | Wallpaper: Norwall Wallcoverings | Ceiling Lighting: Corbett “Charisma” Chandelier {c/o} and Hudson Valley “Dunkirk” Chandelier {c/o} | Wall Art: “Feathers” by Paule Marrot | Arianna Belle Pillows: “Anshun” in 20×20 and “Chay Light Blue” in 11×23 | Television: Samsung The Frame TV (49″) | Books: Support independent book stores through shopping my favorite coffee table books via my Bookshop page here

    Family Room Interior Design
    Family Room Redesign
    Chicago

    All the Details of Our Family Room Redesign

    Our First Big Home Project
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    Sectional: Crate and Barrel “Tyson” custom sectional (in “Vail, Snow” with brass legs) {c/o} | Chair and Ottoman: Crate and Barrel “Cavett” channel (in “Kingston, Lake”) {c/o} | Bookshelves: Crate and Barrel “Estelle” shelves {c/o} | Rug: Jaipur Living “Formation by Pollack” Color FOP03 (10×14) | Wallpaper: Norwall Wallcoverings | Ceiling Lighting: Corbett “Charisma” Chandelier {c/o} and Hudson Valley “Dunkirk” Chandelier {c/o} | Wall Art: “Feathers” by Paule Marrot | Arianna Belle Pillows: “Anshun” in 20×20 and “Chay Light Blue” in 11×23 | Television: Samsung The Frame TV (49″) | Books: Support independent book stores through shopping my favorite coffee table books via my Bookshop page here

      12
      Aug
      Jennifer Lake Crate and Barrel
      Chicago

      Our Exciting Family Room Reveal with Crate and Barrel

      All of the Details and Design Decisions

      Since I was little, Crate and Barrel furniture and accessories have always been in my home. As a Chicago-based company, they became a part of my interior design lexicon at a very young age. Imagine my surprise (and sheer delight) when I received an email from the Crate and Barrel team about a collaboration for our new home. Talk about a dream come true!

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