Decorating For St. Patrick's Day

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In March, I will be hosting a big St. Patrick's Day wine tasting and dinner complete with Irish dancing and Irish music. And although my last name is Connolly, I have no Irish blood whatsoever. My late husband was Irish and from Boston. No green beer - just wine varietals I have chosen with a connection to green like green in the name of the wine or green tasting notes.

Fall Favorites

Hyacinth House Gold Medallion Zeus Dress

 

These are some great picks I am eyeing for fall. I love this black dress above with gold medallion buttons. This versatile dress goes from day to evening. See more of my favorites -

Feathered Fun

Deco Floral Feather Mod Mary Dress

 

I love feathers in my home and wardrobe. In my home I have two Juju hats that are traditional African feathered hats from Cameroon. I also have several feather pillows in my bedroom and dressing room. I have feather trimmed pieces in my closet that I love. Feathers are whimsical and fun and glamorous.

A Blue and White Beach Holiday

Holiday by Pamela Fiori

I am a big fan of Serena & Lily's style and get a lot of inspiration from their website and catalogs. I recommend signing up for their mailed catalogs - I always enjoy receiving them.

Tortoiseshell

Gracie Studio Tortuga

 

This office at Gracie Studio is wallpapered in their brand new tortoiseshell colorway in their paper Tortuga featuring palm trees, orchids, and hummingbirds.

Check out this bar done in Celerie Kemble's tortoise wallpaper Natural Tortoise for Schumacher - 

John Fondas - House Beautiful

John Fondas - House Beautiful

Chinoiserie Chic Finds

Chinoiserie Champagne Bucket/Cooler

 

I have found some really chic chinoiserie pieces for your home at great prices. These are all perfect for a little spring/summer refresh for your home.

Scallops

Suzanne Kasler - 2020 Palm Beach Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse

 

I love all things scallops - in interior design, in fashion, and they are one of my favorite foods. I made scallops seviche last night for dinner. (Actually, I could pass on scalloped potatoes - LOL). This scalloped wicker daybed above is fabulous. I have found some wonderful scalloped pieces - many would make great Mother's Day gifts too.

Animal Print in Decor & Dress

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 I love animal print and especially leopard in my home and in my wardrobe, but there are few things that can go south faster if not used with a sophisticated and light hand. Less is definitely more. Mixing and matching animal print is a no-no as is wearing it head to toe. Done right, it is an elegant and timeless choice.

 Leopard and chinoiserie are an absolutely wonderful pairing. I have several leopard pieces sprinkled throughout by home and many in my closet. Animal print looks especially good in the fall.

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Wicker & Chinoiserie

Amanda Lindroth

 

Wicker is not just having "a moment" - it is hotter than hot in interior design with absolutely no signs of slowing down. And it combines so incredibly well with chinoiserie. Here are my top unique wicker pieces that I absolutely love. Some are indeed chinoiserie wicker!