Saturday, May 31, 2014

Saturday Inspiration - Blue and White



I wanted to make sure none of you had missed the blue and white Chinoiserie window that Mark D. Sikes did for Legends 2014. The wallpaper is from Gracie Studio and the fabric on the chairs is Brunschwig & Fils Les Touches. I love how well Les Touches works with Chinoiserie.











Friday, May 30, 2014

Fabulous Friday Finds


Here are my finds of the week -


The Pink Pagoda is having a sale on all prints in her Etsy store. Everything in the store is 20% off with a minimum purchase of $50 - use code 20PERCENTOFFTPP through June 2.

The Pink Pagoda is now offering in her Etsy store this stunning set of four graphic pink and white botanical prints that she created for the 5th anniversary of Chinoiserie Chic.

Set of Pink and White Graphic Botanical Prints

Marquin Campbell has created a beautiful series for The Pink Pagoda called China Blue I, China Blue II, and China Blue III. These would, of course, be amazing paired with blue and white porcelain.

China Blue I

China Blue II

China Blue III

I saw this photo on Williams-Sonoma and loved the mix of blue and white with orange/Chinese red.


Then I found this rare set of three graduated vintage Fitz & Floyd ginger jars on eBay that reminded me of this idea. These would be great to mix with a collection of blue and white porcelain.

Vintage Fitz & Floyd Ginger Jars


Another great Fitz & Floyd find - a pair of elephant candle holders.


Fitz & Floyd Elephant Candle Holders

And a beautiful vintage Fitz & Floyd dragon bowl -


Fitz & Floyd Dragon Bowl

What about these Chinoiserie file folders for your desk?


Chinoiserie File Folders

I love this vintage set of Fitz & Floyd dragon mugs -

Fitz & Floyd Dragon Mugs

Charlotte & Ivy has a lovely collection of custom Greek key pillows available in various sizes and colors - isn't it great in the pink?

Charlotte & Ivy Greek Key Pillow

This pineapple tealight holder is darling - it is also available in green -

Pineapple Tealight Holder

This large blue pagoda cachepot candle is so pretty and would make a perfect gift - the candle scent is citrus basil.


Blue Pagoda Cachepot Candle

The candle is also available in this wonderful coral pink toile-

Coral Pink Toile Cachepot Candle

And in this beautiful bird print - 

Birds Cachepot Candle

And my last find this week, this gorgeous Ralph Lauren Chinoiserie wallpaper called Nanking Black Pearl that retails for over $100 a single roll at $44.00 a roll. This would be stunning in a powder room, entryway, anywhere!

Ralph Lauren Nanking Black Pearl

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Combining Classics with a Twist


One of my favorite wallpapers is the classic Zebrine by Rose Cumming. In this bedroom, interior designer Liz Caan uses it in the navy colorway with another of my favorites - the piece of art is the iconic "Feathers" by Paule Marrot. The pops of purple give the room a very modern edge.


Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Pink and Green Coastal Chinoiserie

Anne Hepner Design
Isn't this a great take on coastal decor? This would be my idea of a beach condo for myself. I love the crisp pink and green and white - so Palm Beach/Preppy. The seashell console and mirror are beachy but sophisticated. Check out the pink chair piped in green and the reverse of the green curtains edged in pink.

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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Chinoiserie Chic House Tour - The Kitchen


Here are some new photos of my kitchen. If you missed the tours of my dressing room and my foyer, you can see them here.
















Monday, May 26, 2014

Happy Memorial Day

One Kings Lane

In honor of Memorial Day, I thought it would be fun to look at some ways to add red, white, and blue Chinoiserie touches to your home. Above, paint Chinese Chippendale chairs in red and and cover the seats in blue and white. Below, add red and white ikat lampshades to blue and white Chinese lamps.

Robert Kime and Piers von Westenholz

Upholster a headboard in a blue and white Chinoiserie fabric with red nailhead trim.


Knight Moves

Set your table in red, white, and blue.

Joe Nye





Fill blue and white Chinese porcelain vases with red flowers - carnations are perfect this time of year.

Carolyne Roehm

Add red and blue touches to an all white kitchen.

Domino

For more red, white, and blue Chinoiserie, check out my Pinterest board here.