Fabulous Forsythia

Flowering branches are the best mood lifter every spring.  I went out looking for Quince or Cherry Blossoms last week but could only find Forsythia in my neighborhood.  They turned out to be the perfect complement to my gallery wall and tablescape and were the best $18 I've ever spent.  

Funny enough, the Off Duty section of the Wall Street Journal newspaper had a feature on hiding televisions in plain sight.  Mine blends in with the gallery wall of art as best a big black rectangle can but for more ideas, you can read the article here.

Happy Spring! 

XOXO, 

HC

Marvelous Malene

I know I just posted a lot of color but what's really been inspiring lately is black and white. It's the hot look for spring 2013 fashion and it's still a classic for the home.  You might remember that Danish fashion designer Malene Birger is also a fan from this post.   Well, she's been at it again at her new home in Palma, Mallorca. The article was in Dutch so I can't tell you any more but as we know, a picture is worth a thousand words. I really wish she's open a store in New York but until that happens, you can shop for By Malene online at Shopbop and Net-a-Porter. 

Sunshine on a Cloudy Day

It's grey and rainy in New York today.  What better time to post the beautiful sunroom from the Hamptons Designer Show House.  The room is a pass through between the great room and the kitchen but designer Kate Singer did a great job with the awkward space.  I especially love the gallery wall of art and mix of blues and neutrals. Definitely makes me wish I was at the beach. 

Photos by Heather Clawson for Habitually Chic

Art Smart

As I was decorating for Christmas, I ended up rearranging my artwork. It also got me thinking of art placement and how important it is to be able to see my favorite works.  And wishing I had more walls.  I especially love gallery wall arrangements, art sitting on shelves and overhung hallways.  Enjoy!

David Netto

Malene Birge

Malene Birger

David Netto

Giorgio Guidotti in Harper's Bazaar

Anna Wintour's old gallery wall at Vogue

Julia Leach's apartment .

Beth Rudin DeWoody in Elle Decor.

Nate Berkus

Beth Rudin DeWoody in Elle Decor.

Nathan Turner

India Hicks and David Flint Wood home in the Bahamas.

Elle Decor

Richard Mishaan in Elle Decor.

Jonathan Adler

Kate and Andy Spade

Steven Gambrel design in Elle Decor. 

House Beautiful

Steven Gambrel in Elle Decor.

Nate Berkus

J.Crew Men's Madison Avenue Store.  Photo by me.

Chris Benz Showroom.  Photo by Joseph D'Arco.

Charlotte Moss

Miles Redd

Nate Berkus in Elle Decor. 

Carlos Mota apartment in Elle Decor. 

Frederic Malle old apartment via Men's Vogue. 

Elle Decor