Down to Business---The Desk Hunt.

Ok, Let's get real--- I need a new desk.

DESPERATELY.

This is my current situation.

I did FINALLY get a new mirror, which is in the process of being hung.

And the x-benches have migrated to the guest room---situated at the end of the bed.

I now have a pink bamboo chair as my desk chair.

But my desk, which was a vintage find in college is tired.

So first, let's talk about what I want.

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Which is some lacquered fabulousness.

Or something Frenchy.

Or something plain ridiculous and amazing like this.

I think these gold seahorses would be very content at my house.

I'm not in love with this desk, but I do adore this office.

I like this fretwork piece---Also something I'd be super into.

I love that this ivory lacquered, glass top desk is something fun and different.

And let's fantasize.

Curse you, Jonathan Adler, for making me want thing like this Bond Desk, that I can't afford.

You are too fabulous for words.

And let's talk about how Pieces has an ivory lacquer version.

Because, It's pretty darn amaze.

And, now we'll jolt back to the reality of my small budget.

The question begs---Do I get a Parson's?

Are they over-done? Or classic?

I love this mirrored version.

This Lucite version from CB2 is a good, affordable option and it gives the look of more expensive mid-century pieces.

And this World Market version of a Parson's style isn't too shabby either.

The other option is to find something vintage and re-paint/re-finish it.

Thoughts?

The Style Inspiration Files.....Modern Decor

Tonight's post is in response to a request from a friend for "inspiration" for her new house.

My friend Kimberly just purchased a duplex with her fiancee and they are in the midst of decorating the living room/dining room. They want a clean modern look, with a hint of traditional style.

The Inspiration

images via decorpad.com

And here are my suggestions of a  few elements for a modern home.

The Dining Room

Sleek wood table with metal top

CB2

With this dining table, you can go formal with a white slipcovered chair..

Or more casual with a rattan chair

Painted a dove grey.

Or fun, like this zebra chair from World Market

Love the nailheads 

 I would use this lucite console as a bar.

I would add an antique tray to give it some glamour.

CB2

And add this pendant from Home Decorators above the dining table

The Living Room

They have a tan sectional, so I would add a modern coffee table 

Like this one from CB2

 or this lucite table, also from CB2

I would add this vintage industrial inspired console from World Market for the television

This rug from Home Decorators adds a bit of interest

These side tables keep things modern

With these lamps from Home Decorators adding a traditional element

 And pillows add a fun element and visual interest to the sofa

This venetian mirror from Home Decorators would add a bit of glamour