India Hicks for HSN

Let me begin by saying I don't spend a lot of time watching HSN, but late Monday afternoon I succumbed when the listing on my tv guide read "India Hicks".  Wouldn't you be curious?  Apparently Ms. Hicks has put together a collection for HSN called "Island Living" that is inspired by her life at Hibiscus Hill in the Bahamas , and also by her design legend father David Hicks.

First, a few shots of India's home aka the partial inspiration for her collection.

Image from Caribbean Belle

Lots of white, lots of texture, and small doses of color. And a big 'ol sailboat for drama.

Again there are  light walls and lots of texture - this time with formal (by comparison) antiques.  Enormous bird cage(I think?) for drama.

White walls. Check.  Textural elements . Check. Something big and dramatic. Check. 

And her HSN collection?  There are a few things that would absolutely be at home at India's place:.

Seagrass baskets for texture

Flying Irishmen Sailboat model for drama

Diamond throw, possibly inspired by her father's iconic La Fiorentina?

See what's left of the collection here.

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My Ballard Designs Favorites

The day after I read this post that featured Raina's favorites from Ballard Designs, I received my very own sale catalog from Ballard's and thought I'd give it a good look for myself.   After all, it included a 15% discount offer - and I love a bargain  (but you already knew that.) 


 Here are my favorites:

The Cattail Floor Lamp - it's functional, it's sculptural, it's whimsical!

Oyster Shell Mirror - a fun variation on a classic seashell mirror

Bella Cane Bar Stool - a Palm Beach classic

Remember I posted about busts here?  I love the added texture of the plants!

Monserrat place mats - love the little shell trim.

Surprise!  Who knew I was so drawn to texture?

Do you have any Ballard faves I should know about?

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Opposites Attract

I just saw this image over at MFAMB and could not stop looking at it. 

 This bedroom is full of contradictions yet it all works together.  Shall we analyze?
1.  The feminine settee vs. the masculine headboard
2.  All of the contrasting textures: the smooth wood floors, rough stone walls, soft fur throw and rug, dainty matelasse quilt, chalky white ceiling
3.  The light and open feel of the stripe on the settee against the dark, dense print on the tablecloth


The elements in this room seem to have little in common, yet when they're combined, well - it's magical!  I think rooms like this are the most engaging spaces, don't you?  Rather than being perfectly coordinated and "decorated", they feel collected, personal and interesting.  And isn't that what a great space is all about?


So tell me what opposites you've combined lately!


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