Friday, December 3, 2010

Fridays Finest

Here are my picks for this weeks 'best of' DC's Craigslist...

Gold Carved Wall Mirror 2x3 $75 (gold...I am diggin' it)
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Pair of Gold Table Lamps $10 (for this price, even if the electrical wiring is bad, it still is well below anything you could find out there and if you need any help replacing the wires, let me know b/c I can help or do it for you)
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Round Coffee Table $50 (simple and sweet)
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Large Mid Century Sofa $125 (this is a beauty and looks so incredibly sturdy)
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Yellow Leather Accent Chair $25 (the price and simplicity of this chair are what i find appealing...maybe even a little re-upholstery down the line)
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4 metal faux bamboo chairs $89/piece (not too pricey and since they are metal they would be fine in a covered outdoor setting)
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Here's what I would do with the chairs above, paint them pagoda red and add black/white striped outdoor fabric cushions. Here is a gorgeous example of how stunning they could look (i am so loving red, black and white right now)...
Designer: Jamie Herzlinger
Another inspirational image...
Image: via Lonny

Bamboo settee $425 (this could be an accent piece for a cream and black living room...add a cream with black piping cushion for comfort)
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Here's an inspirational photo for the settee above...

Hollywood Regency Upholstered Chair $260 (I would offer less, especially if you want to re-upholster and I have a feeling this girl has some pretty legs, so take off her skirt)
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Orange Vinyl Couch $150 (i am not a big fan of pleather b/c it is made out of vinyl, but this is a beauty for sure...I see it in a dude's place with semi dark grey walls and black/white striped pillows)
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Mid Century Modern Sideboard $60 (uh...wow this is a great price and a lovely piece, I like the wood, but I can't help imagine it in a high gloss black which will make the brass really shine and leave the insert alone, believe me...it'll look hot)...
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Mid Century Modern End Table $40 (i have seen these for triple the amount, so this is a steal and oh so glossy)
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Modern West Elm Sofa $300 (these peeps are on the right track...grey walls, bird decals, zebra rug and splashes of bright yellow...copy them, but take better pictures)
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Cane and Upholstery Chairs $39/each (are these people nuts, $39 is cheap for these beauties. please forgive me for saying this again, but i see black with cream or mustard yellow velvet upholstery...oh so hot)
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Do you see the chair in the image below? Does it remind you (not exact of course) of the chair above...see how cool black and yellow can be...

Kashini Perera

5 Modern Chairs $25/chair (inexpensive...great if you're just starting out)
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All of the following inspirational images for the chairs above were found via Decor8's blog post on Fritz Hansen.  One could paint the above chairs in many different colors, as evidenced below (or you could leave them as is because they are just fine, but paint is so much fun)...
Republic of Fritz Hansen

Republic of Fritz Hansen

Republic of Fritz Hansen

West Elm Mirror Wall Art $25 (so many love the star burst wall art right now)
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Side Table $100/pair (umm..paint white and attach a piece of green or black fabric to the inside behind the moorish design, so it actually pops, as my friend Jim would say)
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Dining Table and 4 chairs $50 (even if the table is formica, this is still a steal...have I mentioned paint before???...and dining chairs are so easy to reupholster. ikea has some fun fabrics for seriously dirt cheap, even black and white stripes...i'm just sayin')...
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Exotic Fireplace Chairs $700/pair (had to put this in...what do yo think about the chairs? i personally am not liking the fabric...hot pink velvet and I am game)


Hope you enjoyed and please leave a comment if I forgot to link an item that you would like. Have a wonderful weekend!!!!

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

What to Wear Wednesdays


Close-up of the stunning shirt...

Ralph Lauren Black Label black silk shirt $328.95
BB Dakota blue cotton skirt $15.95
BCBG black suede peep toes 8 $61.95
Vintage hard black clutch $58.95

Today is the first day of Hanukkah and I thought this gorgeous ensemble would be perfect for dinner parties and festivities galore! The top is even more stunning in person and could be worn with pants...I think worn with a pair of Tuxedo pants would be absolutely beautiful. If you are interested, please stop by Current Boutique in Arlington...it is filled to the brim with holiday dresses, shoes, purses and jewelry!!!! And the lovely ladies that work there are always willing to help you choose the perfect outfit! 

To all those that celebrate, I wish you a super Happy Hanukkah!!!


To see what Kat has picked out for $150 or less at the Alexandria store, please go here

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

The New Kate Moss and she likes Vintage

In last Friday's The New York Times Fashion and Style section was the article The Making of Fashion's Latest 'It' Girl  and it was all about Alexa Chung, my new style muse. I was so excited to find out that she is currently filming 'Thrift America,' a new television series airing this summer on PBS. It will be about my absolute favorite past time...'shopping for vintage clothes and other paraphernalia.' I seriously can't wait for it to air, maybe she's heard of Fresh Quince's What to Wear Wednesday segment and maybe she will contact me to help her in DC...hahaha..only in my dreams! 

Following are some seriously chic Alexa Chung photo's: 

I think Kate Moss is telling Alexa that she will be the next 'it' girl.

Ask the girls at Current Boutique, my go-to consignment store, and they will tell you I am mad for stripes right now!

Alexa looking divine in more stripes!

Alexa Chung at the \"I Heart Ronson\" JCPenney Celebration Picture 7
I am also going crazy for red, black and white!

Love her hair!

So gorgeous!!!

Totally hip! 

Host Alexa Chung appears on set of MTV's 'It's On with Alexa Chung'
Awesome vintage sofa she is on...I see these sofa's on Craigslist all of the time! 

The New York Times article states "MS. CHUNG’S style might be described as tomboy-meets-Lolita (delicate mini-dresses and brogues)" and I would have to agree. She pairs vintage items with new hip clothes so effortlessly. You all have to read the article and I am sure you will fall in love with her like I have. She is a breath of fresh air in a sea of overtly sexy and sometimes style-less celebrities!

Monday, November 29, 2010

Fresh Quince's Top 5 Trends for 2011

1. REFURBISHING VINTAGE FURNITURE...paint and/or upholstery will do magic for those one of a kind vintage pieces!

    



All of these images are from Chairloom, a fabulous company that re-upholsters antiques. 

2. TRES CHIC ENVIRONMENTALLY MINDED DESIGN COMPANIES...the idea that to be 'green' it has to be bamboo and boring will no longer fly in 2011, as evidenced below in these images from fresh and stylish eco-minded companies.

Haze


artichoke lamp more colors available
Jane Gray for Stray Dog Designs Lamp

There are a plethora of eco-friendly design companies with a wide range of prices.

3. PLANTS INDOORS...every space needs something living and plants are always fresh and decorative.





Not only do plants help clean indoor air, but they also look lovely...why buy stuff, when plants are easy and green.

4. WALL COVERINGS...whether you stencil or get VOC/PVC-free wallpaper, having a wall covered will be so 2011 and not 2000 and late ;).




Captain Smith in "Promenade" - SINGLE ROLL

5. ON-LINE CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUES...why buy new, when there are so many new on-line consignment shops that offer gently-used items at a huge discount???

Trina Turk Red and Ivory Velvet Coat from I-ELLA on-line consignment boutique.


Fresh Quince believes that in 2011 there will be an increase in eco-minded style...Glamour and Green will rule supreme!! To see other blogs and their 2011 forecasts go to Design Refuge here!!!