vintage – Signature9 http://198.46.88.49 Lifestyle Intelligence Mon, 10 May 2010 08:05:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.4 Get Into the Sack: Trend/Treat/Treasure http://198.46.88.49/living/home/get-into-the-sack-trendtreattreasure http://198.46.88.49/living/home/get-into-the-sack-trendtreattreasure#respond Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:58:01 +0000 http://198.46.88.49/?p=8986 Think sumptuous fabrics and fabulous textiles, and chances are that “grain sack” would be the last fabric to come to mind.

Unless, of course, it’s a French grain sack.

The latest trend in interior design? Reusing the humble grain sack to create a look that’s quintessentially Rustic French Chic. From small boutiques (like this fabulous California gem, 3 Fine Grains) to chains like Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, and Anthropologie, the sack has made a comeback in a big way. And even if you can’t afford the real deal (like this divine chair…sigh), you can always get that French Country look by incorporating natural fibers, lettered prints, and stripped furniture into your home.

In need of some further inspiration? Just check out our picks to get that French feel in no time!

TREND: Under $100

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Clockwise, from top left: Calligraphy Drum Lamp Shade, Small, $39 from Pottery Barn; Fleur-De-Lys Hook Rack, $38 from Anthropologie; Vintage French Linen Pillow Covers, $35 – $40 from Restoration Hardware; Rustic Leather-Top Window Panel, $69 – $99, and Kooboo Storage Tall Log Basket, $69 from West Elm; Black & White Apothecary Bath Accessory, Medium Canister, $27 from Pottery Barn; Vintage Strip Apron, $39 from Restoration Hardware; Cursive Knobs, $12 each from Anthropologie; Banker Box Storage, Set of 3, $35 from Pottery Barn.

TREAT: Under $300

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Clockwise, from top left: Rustic Wall Organizer, Pinboard, $149 from Pottery Barn; Chateau-Thierry Clock, $299 from Restoration Hardware; Adorations Curtain, $158 – $198 from Anthropologie; French Grain Sack Floor Cushion, Laundry Emblem, $169 from Ballard Designs; French Laundry Pillows, $95 – $160 from Neiman Marcus; Feed Sack Pillow, Blue Stripe Square, $149 from Wisteria.

TREASURE: Over $600

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Clockwise, from top left: French Six-Leg Upholstered Bench, Red Stripe, $599 from Wisteria; Ordinal Dresser, $998 from Anthropologie; The Lounging French Chaise, $1,199 from Wisteria; “Olivia” Cocktail Table, $1,429 from Horchow; Vintage Floor Lamp, $695, and Vintage French Chair, $1,150 from Jayson Home & Garden.

READ MORE {Orange County Register}

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In the Green: Vintage Style Bikes http://198.46.88.49/living/in-the-green-vintage-style-bikes http://198.46.88.49/living/in-the-green-vintage-style-bikes#respond Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:21:53 +0000 http://198.46.88.49/?p=4550 There’s nothing quite like cycling about town – the wind in your hair, the smell of grass, delicious groceries in your basket. Of course, there’s nothing quite like having to cycle in torrential downpours either, but that’s nothing the intrepid and eco-conscious biker can’t handle. The fact is, bicycling isn’t just an environmentally conscious means of transportation, it’s part and parcel of many people’s signature styles (and well worth suffering through a little rain for).

We think there’s nothing that says cool, retro style more than a cruiser (can’t you just envision yourself in a 50s style dress, cycling down country paths on one of these babies?). Here are three favorites that we’ve found – but don’t forget, you can usually get great deals on vintage inspired bikes on Ebay, Craigslist, and Overstock.com.

The “LOVE” Cruiser, $169, from Chubby’s One Stop Cruiser Shop

The sixthreezero Cruiser, $235, in cream and blue from BeachBikes.com.

Electra Gigi Cruiser, $579, available at Harbor Country Bike.

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Striking It Rich http://198.46.88.49/style/fashion/striking-it-rich http://198.46.88.49/style/fashion/striking-it-rich#respond Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:19:56 +0000 http://198.46.88.49/?p=3847 This coming spring, celebrity Nicole Richie will be debuting Winter Kate, her new 37-piece contemporary womenswear line.  Richie already has a lot on her plate (her House of Harlow line of accessories, for example, as well as a specialty maternity line for A Pea in the Pod — not to mention the recent birth of her second child), but she believes fashion should be accessible and enjoys sharing her creative spirit with others at prices that won’t break the bank.

Pieces are designed to mix-and-match, with the eclectic, bohemian feel that we expect (and love!) from Richie.  We’re already itching for spring so we can dip ourselves into some cheerful vintage-inspired duds and forget about that thing called winter.

Read the full story {WWD}

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