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Books, Blankets, and Breathing Room: Designing for Softness Easy Tips
So often we’re taught to design for style. But what if we designed for feeling?Softness is a design choice. And it often starts with asking: How do I want this room to hold me? This isn’t softness as in pink or fluffy.It’s softness as in space to exhale. So, what does softness look like in a room? My favorite ways to soften a space right now: Soft doesn’t mean empty.It means gentle, meaningful, and slow. It’s a way to design your home the same way you’d design your favorite afternoon. Warm, quiet, full of breath. Want to learn how to create soft, emotional interiors? My book Home – Decorate with Love explores…
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What I’m Loving Lately: October Edition With Easy Steps
October feels like a deep breath after the brightness of summer. The days are slower, the light softer, and everything seems to invite a return inward. To home, to self, to quiet joy. Here are a few things I’ve been loving this month. Small comforts, favorite objects, and grounding rituals that have made everyday life feel just a little more beautiful. Early Mornings with Bare Feet and Silence Stepping outside barefoot before the world wakes up. It’s still my favorite ritual. The chill in the air, the golden leaves underfoot, the sound of nothing but wind. It reminds me to begin the day slowly. Earthy Color Palettes Muted ochres, mossy…
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Let the Light In: Golden Hour Interiors
There’s something about autumn light that feels more personal. Lower, warmer, slower. It touches surfaces gently and moves across the space with a kind of poetry. This is golden hour in its richest form. And it’s not just for photography. It’s an everyday invitation to pause, notice, and design with light in mind. Autumn Light Is Different In summer, daylight is expansive and bright. In winter, it’s pale and sharp. But in autumn, it glows. Bringing depth, softness, and warmth. Natural light becomes a design element in itself: How to Work With the Light You Have You don’t need a south-facing window to enjoy autumn light. Here’s how to make…
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October at Home: 10 Simple Ways to Embrace the Season
October is in-between place where the energy of summer softens and the stillness of winter hasn’t quite arrived. It’s golden light, cool mornings, and permission to slow down. Here are 10 gentle ways to welcome the season into your home. Not with big changes, but with soft intention. Add Layers, Not Clutter Switch light summer throws to wool or mohair. Add a thicker rug near your bed. Think texture over quantity. Cozy doesn’t need to be crowded. Light a Candle with Intention Choose one scent for the whole month. Something grounding. Like fig, amber, or cedar. Let it become part of your evening ritual. Switch Your Sheets Cooler nights call…
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Quiet Luxury at Home: What It Really Means
In a world overflowing with trends, noise, and visual stimulation, quiet luxury whispers. And that whisper stays with you. It’s not about price tags.It’s not about excess.It’s about intention, restraint, and timeless presence. What Is Quiet Luxury? Quiet luxury is the art of living well without shouting.It’s the softness of a cashmere throw. The subtle grain of oiled oak. The weight of a handmade ceramic cup in your hand. It’s design that feels good before it tries to look good. It prioritizes quality over quantity.Depth over display.Comfort over performance. You won’t find logos or loud statements. You’ll find honesty in materials, simplicity in shape, and beauty that grows more meaningful…
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Muted & Moody: A Color Palette for October
October is a month of quiet transformation.The trees shed, the light shifts, and the days slow. And just like nature, our homes begin to soften. We reach for warmth. Not just in blankets, but in colors. Muted and moody tones are the perfect reflection of this in-between time: grounded, introspective, and deeply calming. What Is a Muted & Moody Palette? It’s not heavy. It’s layered.It’s not dull. It’s rich with undertone. Think olive green with grey undertones. Deep plum that fades into twilight. Smoky blues, tobacco browns, and chalky mauves. These colors don’t overwhelm. They wrap around you like a favorite sweater. This palette creates spaces that feel thoughtful, intimate,…
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Warm Minimalism for Autumn Interiors
Minimalism is often misunderstood as cold or stark. But in autumn, minimalism can take on a softer shape. A quiet, intentional warmth that leaves space for reflection, comfort, and texture. What is Warm Minimalism? It’s not about owning less but about choosing with care.Warm minimalism pairs clean lines and open space with natural textures, earthy tones, and emotional resonance. Think of a room where every object feels right. Nothing more, nothing less. In autumn, this style shines. The leaves fall. The light softens. And our homes respond. Not with excess, but with presence. How to Embrace Warm Minimalism This Season Layer with Texture, Not Clutter Let wool, linen, and raw…
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Bringing the Garden In: Beautiful Autumnal Branches, Leaves & Seeds
Because beauty doesn’t end at the doorstep. As the garden quiets and leaves begin to fall, nature takes on a different kind of richness — deeper, softer, slower. But just because the growing season fades doesn’t mean its beauty has to stay outside. Bringing elements from the autumn garden into your home is a way to stay connected to the season’s rhythm. It’s a gentle reminder that even in dormancy, there’s presence. Even in stillness, there’s expression. Why Bring Nature Indoors? Autumn is full of texture, contrast, and quiet color.It invites us to shift from the expansive energy of summer into something more grounded. And when we bring these details…
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3 Easy Calm Pieces That Add Warmth to Your Living Room
As the seasons begin to shift and cooler days roll in, our homes naturally become places of comfort and retreat. The living room, often the heart of the home, deserves special attention during this transition. It’s where we relax, entertain, and reconnect. If you’re looking to add warmth without overwhelming your space, here are three calm, timeless pieces that bring both visual and emotional comfort — without the need for a full makeover. A Soft, Oversized Throw Blanket There’s nothing quite like the inviting texture of a well-placed throw blanket. Drape it over the arm of your sofa or place it in a woven basket beside your favorite chair. The…
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My Favorite Bedding for September Nights
As the last golden days of summer fade and the crispness of autumn slowly seeps in, I always find myself wanting to make small, comforting changes at home — starting with the bedroom. September nights are transitional. Not quite chilly enough for heavy winter blankets, but too cool for lightweight summer sheets. It’s that in-between season where layering, texture, and comfort become everything — and bedding plays a big role in how restful (and cozy) your sleep feels. So today, I’m sharing my favorite bedding picks that make early autumn evenings feel like a soft, warm exhale. Breathable, Brushed Cotton Sheets September is all about balance — and for sheets,…
