by Furnishly | Oct 19, 2022 | Design Inspiration
Introducing the holidays into your home is a beloved tradition to many, and to just as many, it’s an intimidating process often met with design results not so beloved. Not to worry, Shea and our design team are here to help with a step-by-step guide on how to achieve a perfectly layered holiday look. Keep scrolling for everything you need to know for holiday layering done right.
01 STEP ONE
Start with an empty table, whether it be your entryway console, your coffee table, or a sideboard. Next, introduce a background piece of hanging art that will center the entire display once it’s complete. It’s best to keep this piece more subdued with a repeated pattern versus a landscape or anything more detailed. Add lighting and a leaning piece of art that is a clear opposite of the hanging art, like a gold frame against a black one.
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White Speckled Dots
02 STEP TWO
Using yet again a contrasting piece of art, lean a smaller piece against the first one, then add some vessels, a basket or some sort of textural element that will later be filled with textiles to bring some warmth into the holiday look. And a stack of books is always a good idea.
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Wicker Handled Basket
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Samuel Shelf Mirror
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Fluted Marble Bowl
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Winter Homes: Cozy Living in Style
03 STEP THREE
Placing a small curiosity at the top of your stack of books breaks up the hard edges and adds visual interest. Start to layer in smaller elements now that you have the larger pieces in place, like ornaments in a bowl or a small wreath hooked on one of the leaning frames. This step is about merging form with function. Dried florals are a great way to introduce a sense of hominess while offering some longevity. It’s always a bummer watching your favorite seasonal blooms wither away. The addition of a candle is twofold, offering delightfully cozy vibes and introducing scent into your design scheme.
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Golden Metal Bells Door Hanger
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Brown Long Necked Vase
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Brown Sisal Bottle Brush Tree
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Oak & Orange Blossom Candle
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8″ Faux Juniper Wreath
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Noel Neutral Ornaments (Set of 3)
04 STEP FOUR
Soft textiles are so seasonal, a nod to the colder months where warmth and coziness is key. Having them drape outside of a woven basket gives a lived-in feel, like nothing is too precious or not meant to be touched. And lastly, it’s the holidays, bring in that wreath and tree. One wrapped in burlap or sitting in a textural pot gives that time-worn character that we love. Objects that feel like they tell a story are some of our favorites around the holiday season.
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Cedar & Pinecone Wreath
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Norway Potted 3′ Pre-Lit Faux Tree
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Beatrice Wool Throw
by Furnishly | Jul 19, 2022 | Design Inspiration
When curating a pillow vignette, color is a great place to start.
Refreshing your pillows is one of the most effortless ways to reinvigorate your space, but it can sometimes be a bit intimidating to make sure you have the right collection of pieces. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be!
We love creating a color story in our spaces through pillow vignettes and find that one of the easiest ways to develop this story is by homing in on a palette that feels expressive and timeless. With three simple tips for creating your own color story, you’ll be well on your way to curating a cohesive, inviting pillow vignette.
No. 1: Consider your current palette
When choosing colors for your pillow vignette, start with what you’ve already established — the palette of the room. Consider whether the room has light or dark tones, and identify the key colors used in the space.
From here, focus on finding textiles that complement the overarching palette. You may find that you want more contrast, or alternatively that you hope to keep the room tonal. Whatever you choose, this establishes a foundation so you can search for pillow covers that enrich the color story of your space.
No. 2: Choose colors you love
With the palette of your space in mind, start considering what other colors (if any) you want to see included. Whether it’s a favorite color of yours, a hue that feels fitting for the season ahead, or just a desire for something different, don’t limit yourself.
After selecting these colors, look for pared back, muted hues that feel timeless and neutral. From softly muted pinks and greens to rich, warm tones of red and blue, pillow covers have a way of expanding the palette of your space without speaking too loudly.
No. 3: Diversify your patterns
In telling a color story, your pillow covers can (and should) vary in their application of the palette you’ve chosen. This keeps things visually interesting, bringing a richly dimensional feel to the pillow vignette.
Incorporate a healthy mix of patterns and solids. We love choosing block printed pillows for their intricacies and character, pairing them with more simple patterns, solids, or textural pillows for a bit of contrast. Ultimately, using color as a starting point brings a refreshed perspective to your pillow vignettes, allowing you to highlight pieces of the palette you love most to strike the perfect balance with your pillows.
by Furnishly | Jul 12, 2022 | Design Inspiration
We love bringing personality into the spaces we spend the most time…
And there’s (almost) nowhere we’d rather be on a hot summer afternoon than sitting down to a late-morning brunch or afternoon snack board! When styling this space for our most recent catalogue, we were drawn toward a curated look with timeless personality. With small vignettes and light, summery textiles, this space feels intimate and refreshing.
“As we styled this space, we thought about all of the brunches and sunshine that could be enjoyed here. The vignette of artwork adds an especially sweet touch.”
– Shea McGee
Curating an effortless tabletop
There’s something really charming about simple dinnerware. Layered with organic placemats, airy summer napkins, and tabletop vignettes, the Adele Dining Collection lays a foundation for a casually beautiful tabletop.
We love the ribbed detail on the Ribbed Wine Glasses. Glass is both trendy and timeless, and bringing it into the space gave the tabletop a clean yet traditional feel.
by Furnishly | Jun 27, 2022 | Design Inspiration
We’re dining al-fresco this summer!
Embracing the summer with open arms, we’re looking to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Whether we’re nestled under shady trees during a garden party or out on the patio for a casual family dinner, there’s something extra special about gathering with loved ones in such a naturally beautiful space.
It’s part of why we’ve spent so much time designing and styling tablescapes that reflect the beauty of our surroundings. With light textiles, woven textures, and summery prints, we’re making space for airy, playful layers and subtle details. No matter the occasion, we’re showing you two of our favorite looks for some summer design inspiration!
We’ve also incorporated a few taper candles into the table. They give a really intimate feel to an otherwise simple setting!
Pairing woven materials with traditional, simple serveware allows the texture to truly shine. We’ve added layers of natural woven materials to this look, which feels playful and organic — perfect for an afternoon on the patio.
by Furnishly | May 25, 2022 | Design Inspiration
It’s time to draw open the curtains and let in the summer breeze.
With each new season, we take the opportunity to refresh our spaces and add new life to each vignette. Whether we hang a seasonal wreath on the front door or switch out our textiles to reflect our surroundings, each element works together to create a unique feeling in the home.
In search of inspiration, we reached out to a few of our favorite designers to ask them how they bring summer into their homes. Scroll through to read their answers and shop a few of their favorite warm-weather finds.
This season I’m bringing Summer into my home with a soft muted palette of green, brown, and accents of black for some contrast. I love finding pieces that not only look good for the current season but will also work year round. Pieces that always have a place in my home are always high in texture, vintage or vintage inspired, and one of a kind objects that tell a story.
