New Year Parties - What Shall I Wear?

New Year's Eve parties are rapidly approaching. Don't know what to wear? Well, you can always count on the LBD to get you through. This year, I decided to keep it simple. A little black dress and some fun accessories will not only fit the bill. You won't have to worry about buying a dress that you can only wear one time. Here's what I chose to wear.  Ladies. Keep it simple and there are tons of pieces you can add to dress up a simple dress. The main thing is that you want to feel beautiful but you want to be comfortable as well.    

      Whatever you decide, have fun and be safe.     Happy 2014!      

Fab Friday - Radiant Orchid

I just posted a blog introducing 2014's color of the year. Radiant Orchid is the color. It's a cross between pink, fuschia and purple. You'll see this color hot and heavy on the runways and your favorite stores.

Here are just a few items I pulled together for my board. This color offers different shades which means there's a shade for every skin tone.

 

 

Stay stylish. Have a great weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2014 Color Trend - Radiant Orchid

Yes! Pantone has announced the trending color for 2014.  Radiant Orchid!   A harmony of fuschia, purple and pink undertones is how this color is created. Pantone's Executive Director Leatrice Eiseman says, "Radiant Orchid reaches across the color wheel to intrigue the eye and spark the imagination." Radiant Orchid encourages expanded creativity and originality.    

 

 

 

 

 

As, much as I love color, I know that this is not a color that you can easily slap on a wall. But, you can accent your space with individual items to create a nice touch of color. Here are a few items I found.

 

 

 Amelia Metal Cafe Barstools: $159.00 Set

 

 Custom shade designed by Couture Interiors

 Quinn swoop arm chair: $329.00 One Kings Lane

 

 

 Floor Lamp - Lamps Plus

 

Amethyst Rug - Joss & Main

 

 

 

 Coaster Swivel Chair: $138.60  www.homeclick.com

 

 

Celine Upholstered Platform Bed: $572.50 www.beyondstores.com

 

 Bathroom by Design Inspiration

 

 Wallpapered Hallway: HGTV

 

  And don't forget. When the new color trend comes out, it applies to fashion as well.    Happy Decorating!  

 

Fab Friday - The Day After....

Well, I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. I must admit, I had to open up a button on two. With, all of the wonderful cooking across the globe, I have a remedy for this weekend's attire :) Anything with spandex! But, you know you can do it with style. Here's one of my favorite outfits for those days when you're feeling a little extra full.

 Have a great weekend!

                                 

 

 

   

Turn Up The Heat

Winter hasn't officially arrived but boy have we had some cold days. Living in a less than toasty space? Perhaps, you want to knock off the chill in style.  Well, heating devices have come a long way. Whether, you live in a city apartment or a single family home, there are so many options out there. 

 

 

 There's a style out there for whatever style home you live in. Most, of the heating devices chosen either plug into a wall, stand alone or can be wall mounted.

 

Always, excercise caution when using any type of heating device. Safety comes first.

 

Stay warm,

             

Fab Friday - Working in Style

As, I travel the city looking for the perfect lighting or fabric for my next project, I realize sourcing the city takes a certain amount of preparation. Moving from the suburbs where you throw all of your findings into the trunk of the car are long gone (for now).  Moving back to the city where it's commonplace to hailing a cab or taking the subway, you have to have on the on the right gear! We, have already had a taste of what the winter is going to bring. Therefore, you have to dress warm. But, there's no reason not to do it in style. I decided to make a few new purchases to prepare me for the city cold and I think these are great "go-to" pieces that never seems to go out of style.

 



     

 

I absolutely, love the jacket because it flares out at the hip, giving extra room for winter sweaters. Military jackets have been around forever and I found this one at JC Penney in 4 different colors. The shoes are by Aerosole. They, give you a little lift but they're made for people who are on their feet most of the time. The, "Ushanka or Trapper" hat is so warm. No matter how cold it gets, this hat is not only stylish but, it protect your ears and you can pin the hat up or leave the earflaps down. The mittens keep your fingers nice and toasty and YES, you can purchase these items in real fur or faux. That's totally up to you. The leggings by NYDJ are stylish but allows flexibility.  Throw on a nice flowy top and jewelry to finish it off and you're ready to take on the elements. Just because you're running around the city doesn't mean you can't do it in style. You never know if you're going to run into your next client, business partner or significant other (wink, wink).  

Well, that's it for Fab Friday. I hope you enjoy my blogs and hopefully, you get some great ideas from my picks.

 

As always, have a safe and wonderful weekend!

   

 

Holiday Table Centerpieces

As, I get my menu together for Thanksgiving, I'm still trying to figure out my theme for my centerpiece.  So, I went to my old reliable (HGTV) to get some ideas.  Here are a few that I really like. All photos courtesy of HGTV.

 

 

 Original Alisa Centerpiece

 

 

 

 

 Erinn Valencich Centerpiece

 

 

 

Erinn Valencich Centerpiece 

 

 

 

 Erinn Valencich Centerpiece

 

 

 

 Lauren Liess Centerpiece

 

 

 Leah McCall Thanksgiving Centerpiece

 

 

 

 Leah McCall Veggie Centerpiece

 

 

 

 Manvi Drona Hidalgo Centerpiece

 

 

 Marian Parsons Centerpiece

 

 

 Sam Henderson Centerpiece

 

 

 Manvi Drona Hidalgo Centerpiece

 

 

 RMS Patrick Centerpiece

 

 

 Erinn Valencich Centerpiece

 

 

These are just a few of many ideas. Whether, you're having a small or large gathering the centerpiece sets the tone. You can work the rest of the table setting around it. You, don't have to be the most creative person. Check out the internet. There are dozens of ideas for centerpieces and table settings. Find one you like and make a few tweeks to call it your own. All you need is a little imagination and a few close friends and family. It doesn't get any better than this.

 

We, at Couture Interiors would like to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving. May you have a safe, blessed and joyous holiday.

 

 

 

 

 

Fab Friday - The Cape

I'm a little late with my blog, but I couldn't let the day go by without talking fashion. One of the never ending trends in fashion is the cape. Capes been around since forever and they'll never go out of style. The cape is a style that anyone can wear. I'm personally a fan because it hides a multitude of sins and it can be such a sophisticated look.  This, is a style you can dress up or dress down and you still look great. Here, are a few boards I put together. My, style is pretty clean, simple with a touch of flair.  Hope you like it.

 

 Board and Ensemble Created by: Monica Lopez (Classic Black & White)

 

 

 Board and Ensemble Created by: Monica Lopez (Blue & Gray)

 

 

 Board and Ensemble Created by: Monica Lopez (Leopard, Tan & Brown)

 

 

 Board and Ensemble Created by: Monica Lopez (Black & Purple)

 

 

Board and Ensemble Designed by: Monica Lopez (Gray and Lemon)

 Board and Ensemble Created By: Monica Lopez  (Olive Green & Tan)

 

 

Board and Ensemble Created by: Monica Lopez (Black and Tan)  

All of the looks can be duplicated to match your budget. Whether, you're going for a dressy or casual look, you want to always dress to impress.  

 

Have a great weekend!

 

Home Trending - Chests

One of 2013's home trends is something just about everyone has in their home. The chest of drawers! The chest is no longer designated to one room. The chest can be used as a nice piece in your entryway or a cabinet used to place a bathroom sink. The possibilities go far beyond what you're used to seeing. And, it doesn't matter how old your furniture is. This would be a great d-i-y project to sand one down and repaint it. Check out Pinterest. There are so many makeover projects using old chests and dressers. Remember, you don't have to have a room with all matching furniture. There's nothing wrong with having one accent piece with a bold color.

 

 

Photos: Courtesy of Home Fashion Forecast

 

 

Fab Friday - Fall 2013 Leather Trend

Welcome to Fab Friday! Let's not waste any time. Leather is the big thing this season. Fall 2013's Fashion Week was filled with tons of leathers. Designers like Ralph Lauren, Et Ochs, Prada and Rachel Zoe (to name a few) have expressed their creativity in leather.

 

Ralph Lauren - Fall 2013

 

Et Ochs

 

Prada Coats

 

 

 

  

I've also pulled a few of my favorite leather ensembles from one of my favorite designers.

 

 

Etienne Aigner

 

   

If, you're not a fan of leather, there are some awesome faux leather outfits to choose from. Here are a few of my picks.  

 

 Amie Childs Chelsie Faux Leather Panel Dress

 

 

 

Mossimo Faux Leather Jacket - Target

 

 

Dante Faux Top Dress - Neiman Marcus

 

 

 

Mossimo Faux Leather Skirt - Target

 

 

 

 

 Faux leather t-shirt dress (YESSTYLE.COM)

 

 

 

 

Karen Millen Faux Leather Dress - Harrods.com

 

 

Jessica Simpson Faux Leather Dress - Nordstrom.com

 

 

Until next time. Have a great weekend!