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October 11, 2019

Fashion Trends A/W 2019

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I wanted to write a piece about the fashion trends…

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October 9, 2019

Current and Upcoming Art Exhibitions

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Being in the great outdoors, hiking and watching nature’s transformation…

A monochromatic green interior can have such impact! Image via Essential Home.

October 8, 2019

Decorating with Green Walls

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It’s definitely not your idea. Green has been popping in…

October 7, 2019

Mothers Talk :: The Loss of a Miscarriage

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Loss is something that we all experience at some point…

October 4, 2019

Hotel Harry :: Cuban Inspired Interiors

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The other day I stumbled upon some images of a…

A stylish woman standing on a pole near a beach in winter. Image via Monsoon.

October 3, 2019

The Boot Trends for A/W 2019-2020

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It’s that time of year again to talk about the…

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September 26, 2019

On the Trend Radar :: Stripes

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Stripes is one of those patterns that can magically transform…

A warm and inviting living room with a soft blush pink sofa, an off white armchair, a coffee table and a wooden accent wall. Image via Marks&Spencer.

September 20, 2019

How to Upgrade Your Airbnb Listing

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There are over 7M Airbnb listings worldwide. That translates to…

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September 16, 2019

Modern Glamour Set in the Italian Countryside

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Believe me, the sky is the limit when it comes…

A dark blue teal top over a pleat skirt paired with beige suede boots and a dark coat. Image by Dorothy Perkins.

September 13, 2019

Fall Fashion 2019 Ideas

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As we are heading for cooler days, I think it’s…

A contemporary and very bright living room with off white furniture and walls painted in DULUX Tranquil Dawn. Image by DULUX.

September 12, 2019

Tranquil Dawn Dulux Color Of the Year 2020

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Upon the closing of this September’s Maison et Objet international…

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September 6, 2019

Summer Vacation Reflections :: Syros

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Hello September! Hello everyone! I hope you all had a…

The moon peaking through the clouds casting a glare over the blue waters and the sailing boat with its lights on frame this idyllic view from the beach of Achladi in Syros.

August 7, 2019

Wanderlust Design :: A Warm Minimal Beach Resort

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If your idea of living literally on a beach and…

Cielo and circo chairs by an infinity pool somewhere that looks very exotic and tropical.

July 25, 2019

Ames Vibrant Living :: On the Spotlight

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Last April while visiting Salone del Mobile in Milan, I…

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July 15, 2019

My First Hammam Spa Experience

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Most times, investing a little time to yourself is a…

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July 10, 2019

Grecotel Lux Me Rhodos :: Escape To Good Living

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Early this July, George and I along with our two…

Fashion Trends A/W 2019

Current and Upcoming Art Exhibitions

Decorating with Green Walls

Mothers Talk :: The Loss of a Miscarriage

Hotel Harry :: Cuban Inspired Interiors

The Boot Trends for A/W 2019-2020

On the Trend Radar :: Stripes

How to Upgrade Your Airbnb Listing

Modern Glamour Set in the Italian Countryside

Fall Fashion 2019 Ideas

Tranquil Dawn Dulux Color Of the Year 2020

Summer Vacation Reflections :: Syros

Wanderlust Design :: A Warm Minimal Beach Resort

Ames Vibrant Living :: On the Spotlight

My First Hammam Spa Experience

Grecotel Lux Me Rhodos :: Escape To Good Living

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