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PREPARING FOR GUESTS IN MY NYC LOFT | INTERIOR DEFINE

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Sectional sofa: Interior Define. Leather dining chairs: Interior Define. Dress: Maggie Marilyn.

As winter comes along, I’m making my Dumbo, Brooklyn loft feel a lot more intimate, inviting, and cozy…and not just for me, but for all of the people in my life when they come to visit. That always starts with upgrading my living and dining room interiors and adding a lot more seating space so all of my guests feel like my home is theirs as well. I discovered Interior Define on a recent trip to Chicago, where I walked by their gorgeous boutique during a day of shopping. I went inside and fell in love with their clean aesthetic, with a close attention to details and quality. I came back to NYC and customized my selects on their online shop to perfectly work in my home.

Neutrals for me are a must. My home is a mix of soft blues, grays, concrete, wood, and little pops of red. I have been traveling so much this year. When I am home in NYC, I cherish every single moment I get to enjoy here. I love a shabby chic aesthetic that feels lived in and loved, but with a relaxing and elegant color approach. I love inviting friends over to cook a hearty breakfast, or simple circle around my living room space with a bottle of wine. A sectional sofa for me is a must. I had all this extra floor space, and just wanted a much larger couch that made for really stretching out on. This piece gives me that ahhh moment when I come home after a long work trip. The Ms. Chesterfield Sectional Sofa was perfect. I adore the old-fashioned men’s club design with really elegant tufting. It’s my go-to style in any home. I customized it in the fabric, Seed, which is a really amazing cross weave that adds a lot of dimension and warmth.

As for dining area, I have this really luxurious concrete and wood table, but I needed the perfect chairs to match. The Audrey leather dining chairs by Interior Define were just the right fit, with a super luxurious, sleek and modern design to match. You just sit in them and never want to get up. I chose the “New City” gray color with Matte Brass legs. You can choose between a few gorgeous and warm shades of leather with either Matte Black or Chrome legs. Each combination is absolutely divine. These chairs are just so yummy and so pretty to look at. I can’t wait to finally have my guests over and put them to good use.

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Thursday, December 6, 2018
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INSIDE MY NYC LOFT: ARTICLE MID-CENTURY FURNITURE

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My NYC loft has been through a lot of small changes! It’s almost 3 years since I’ve bought my first home and it still feels brand new because I’m constantly making it feel more like home whether it be changing a rug or putting up a new work of art. I finally feel a real sense of coziness the moment I walk in. It’s warm and fully lived in. It doesn’t really feel like you’re in the heart of NYC. The foyer is what I wanted to make the most inviting. I’m a huge fan of Article‘s mid-century furniture and their twist on the classics, like this amazing Geome Sideboard and now it’s the first thing guests see when they walk into my front door. I fell in love with it’s cubic cut pieces of solid oak. It’s unique and special. In NYC, we’re all about making the most of our space, and this sideboard is so roomy for storage all while keeping my space clean, minimal, and super chic. When I think of warmth, I think of wood. Wood works so well against my industrial and lofty red pipes and open windows. I also had an empty wall that I thought could work so well for yes, more storage. I took this empty, narrow wall and placed the Culla Dresser right there. It was hard finding the perfect fit…I needed something slim but tall. Article’s Culla Dresser fit absolutely perfectly. It’s a good place to use for extra blankets and home necessities. Thanks to Article, there’s a place for everything in my space.

sideboard + dresser by Article.

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Monday, September 24, 2018
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FRESH NEW BEDDING FROM KASSATEX New York

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I like my bedroom to be super minimal with a combination of whites and grey. This soft color palette really helps me rest each night. I like to invest in amazing bedding because it just makes me feel so good as I tuck myself to sleep each night! A gorgeous well-made bed really is something to put the time and effort into. I just spruced up my bedding with the amazing Kassatex New York. Founded in 1999 right here in the Garment District of NYC, Kassatex has a love for creating chic, luxury bed and bath products inspired by the classic and sleek NYC style. It’s superior comfort that is casual, affordable luxury. I went with their beautiful Mercer bedding. I fell in love with this clean waffle design. This cotton and linen combination creates a texture that instantly makes a simple white bedding, not so simple. Plus, the more pillows, the better! I topped off my set with a gorgeous baby alpaca throw in light grey and charcoal. It’s so important to invest in a good night’s sleep. I travel so much that I count on a good 8 hour sleep every night to get me through a jam packed day, or early call time. I like the feeling that little luxuries, like a brand new bed set, can bring. Kassatex New York is a believer in high quality bedding…and trust me, I’m all about high quality sleep. Take a little peek inside my NYC loft.

Read my interview with Kassatex New York here as well.

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
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NEW TO MY HOME: THE SIXPENNY ARLO LEATHER SOFA

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Meet the new addition to my bedroom, the stunning mid-century Sixpenny Arlo leather sofa. I fell in love with this Dark Amazonite, earthy shade. It really warmed up my bedroom, contrasting against my white duvet and complimenting my Persian rug. I had this beautiful corner of my home to fill. Surrounded by windows with the view of the both the Empire State Building and the twinkling lights of the Manhattan and Williamsburg bridges, it’s the perfect spot for a comfy piece to lounge on and just gaze out. As you know, I always order my furniture online and I’m so excited to introduce Sixpenny to you all! Their leather is incredibly soft yet firm enough thanks to it’s luxurious feather/down and fiber seat. The tufted pillows make it a statement yet casual at the exact same time. I had it Made to Order and luckily, shipping and delivery was extra easy! I like to keep my home minimal and free of clutter with a modern, mid-century twist. Sixpenny had everything I need. I’m now eyeing their sectionals next time it’s time to redecorate my living room space. Home decor is something that I had no idea I loved so much. I’m certainly minimal with an eclectic, colorful touch when it comes to my loft. Time to finally get some nice big leaves and some green to really warm up the open and industrial vibes of my space! Since I travel so much, I want to come home to a super cozy sanctuary. After 2 years in my first space as a homeowner, I’m really starting to select pieces that feel more and more like me.

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Friday, March 16, 2018
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