🍸 Friday Open House: The October Lounge
🍸 Friday Open House: The October Lounge
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Welcome everyone to this week’s open house edition, featuring The Lounge.
But first,
If you've been eagerly awaiting the festive drops this season, you're in for a treat. Zara Home has just unveiled a little teaser of their holiday collection, and let me tell you, it's nothing short of enchanting.
Imagine this: Soft, luxurious throws that are so inviting they feel like a warm embrace on a cold winter night (they’re coming!). Intricately designed candle holders that cast the most mesmerizing shadows and light, setting the perfect ambiance. And those subtle festive accents? They don't shout anymore, it’s not the season for shouting, they gently whisper, "Hey, the holidays are here!".
This collection is not just about décor; it's a mood. It beckons you to curl up with a captivating read, allowing the serenity and joy of the season to wash over you. This isn't just holiday decorating; it's an experience. And here at The Cabinista, that’s what we do.
This week’s Open House features The Lounge, where I part my knowledge. Tricks of the trade revealed.
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"Home is where one starts from." - T.S. Eliot
Crafting a Daylong Scent Narrative
Engage in a sensory journey as you start your day with the uplifting citrus notes from Vitruvi's Organic Golden Essential Oil. As the day folds into the comforting arms of evening, transition to the grounding aura of sandalwood from D.S. & Durga’s Big Sur After Rain Candle.
The Candle Connoisseur’s Secret:
Here’s a step-by-step on repurposing those luxurious candle jars (because we know everyone has them!):
Choose a candle from a brand like Le Labo that not only scents your space but also adds a visual appeal.
Once the candle has lived its fragrant life, pour hot water into the jar to loosen the wax remnants.
Use a butter knife to gently scrape out the wax.
Wash the jar with warm soapy water, rinse, and let it dry.
Now, you have a chic container ready to house your fresh blooms or to keep your desk organized.
Editor's Choice: Elevate the ambiance with Cire Trudon's 'Ernesto' Candle, enveloping your space in a warm, luxurious embrace.
Hushed Tones, Bold Statements:
Color psychology isn't new, but it's time to dive deeper.
Life Advice. NOT Design advice:
Choose colors that make you feel. That might be a tranquil sage or a bold amber. Your lounge, your palette.
The Insider’s Scoop:
Sample pots. The unsung heroes of the paint world. Test it on poster board and move it around the room, observing changes across the day.
Hues that Transform Palette Narratives: Experiment with colors using sample pots from premium names like Farrow & Ball or the budget-friendly yet elegant shades from Clare Paint.
Affordable Elegance: Discover a palette of affordable elegance with Benjamin Moore’s ben line.
Curated Corners: The Art of Vignettes
Create captivating vignettes with timeless pieces from Burke Decor juxtaposed with seasonal decor swaps from the curated realms of Terrain Holiday Collection.
Trade Secret:
The trick to a captivating vignette lies in the balance of scale, color, and texture.
Begin with a theme or a story you want your vignette to tell.
Gather items that resonate with your theme. This could include books, vases, or personal memorabilia.
Start with the largest item first, then work your way down to the smallest.
Play with height and balance to create visual interest.
Don’t overcrowd; allow each piece to breathe and be seen.
Stand back, assess, and tweak until it feels just right.
The Round-Up
💤 The Company Store Launches New Luxury Hybrid Mattress for Ultimate Comfort and Superior Sleep.
🩷 Danielle Moss is on Substack. One of my all time favorite bloggers.
🪩 Tim Mcgraw, Faith Hill and their daughter Audrey on stage.
🛒 Home Goods is CLOSING IT’S ONLINE STORE.
🏠 This week’s Cabin is “Foxfire Mountain House” with a name like that, need we say more? We do? OK, it’s in Catskill Mountains, Mt. Tremper New York. See for yourself!
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