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Design Inspiration | The Perfect Closet

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White Wood Paneling, Island Dresser, Natural Light, Closet Seating | Photo: Pinterest

Loving Lisa Vanderpump's Closet with amazing Natural Light

Loving Lisa Vanderpump’s Closet with amazing Natural Light | Photo: Bravo TV

White Floors with Gold Paint and Floor Mirror with Seating Area

Obsessed with Floor Color and Leaning Mirror with Sitting Area | Photo: Pinterest

Ahhhh, the closet. Your day begins and ends in this iconic space, so obviously the closet is one of the most important spaces to create when designing your home. How many times does a frustrating experience in the closet affect your mood?!? We are currently designing our family sanctuary with Houston Architect Todd Rice, and and designing an inspiring closet is high priority… Naturally it is easy for me to begin with one of the most important spaces, but least favorite spaces in my current home. Enjoy my journey of creativity and wish me luck as I negotiate the deal with my husband and architect- ha!

White, Mirrors, Island | Photo: Pinterest

White, Mirrors, Cabinets, Hooks, Island, Chandelier, Ceiling | Photo: Pinterest

Dream Closet Design

White, Windows, Shelves, Three Way Mirror | Photo: Pinterest

White, Ladder, Cabinets, MIrror, Vanity

White, Ladder, Window Seat, Cabinets, Mirror, Vanity | Photo: Pinterest

Window, Island, Counter Color, Flowers, Cabinets, Chandelier | Photo: Pinterest

Window, Island, Counters, Flowers, Clear Cabinet Doors | Photo: Pinterest

Dream Closet Shoes Chandelier

Shoes are Focal Point and centered with Island and Chandelier | Photo: Pinterest

Need a Pop of Life and a Seating Area Please | Photo: Pinterest

Need a Pop of Life for Personality (minus the hairless cats) | Photo: Pinterest

And of course filled with Wonderfullness | Photo: PInterest

And of course filled with Wonderfullness | Photo: Pinterest

My Vision

1. White

2. Natural Light

3. Mirrors on Cabinet Doors

4. Tall Ceilings

5. Chandelier

6. Island

7. Sitting Area

8. Window Seat

9. Three Way Mirror

10. Dual Sided Laundry Basket

11. Partially Open to Bathroom + Bedroom

12. Desk

13. Hidden Discard Pile

14. Focal Point

15. Something that Pops

What advice do you have for building the perfect closet? Do you love something about your closet? Do you wish something was different? The floor is open and I want your help!

Be Inspired. xo Emily Arnim

More Closet Pinspiration { Design | Closet } on Pinterest

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If These Walls Could Talk They Would Scream: Chanel, Hermes and Louis Vuitton

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Calling all Couture Lovers and Fashionistas… Whether you are the lucky lady with a Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, or the lady with one of these Iconic Designers on your wish list, you will LOVE these gorgeous Works of Art inspired by Couture! These beautiful Watercolors, by Monica of Classy & Fabulous, are a conversation-worthy addition to your walls. If these walls could talk they would say, Buy Me Please!

Louis Vuitton + Vintage + Luggage + Couture + Art

Louis Vuitton Vintage Luggage Watercolor Art 9 x 12 – $20

Chanel + Classic + Purses + Couture + Art

Chanel Quilted HandBag Watercolor Art 9 x 12 – $20

Hermes + Birkin + Iconic + Couture + Art

Hermes Birkin HandBag Watercolor Art 9 x 12 – $20

If these walls could talk, mine would be screaming Louis Vuitton. From the office, to the master bedroom, to the closet, to the bathroom, to the sitting room… This Watercolor Art by Classy & Fabulous will be sure to make a Fashion Statement, affordably of course!

{What a fabulous Girlfriend Gift too… Have a Watercolor made with her favorite Handbag!}

XO,

Emily Arnim

{ Visit the Class & Fab Blog }

Don’t miss this read… { 20 Questions: Classy & Fabulous }

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Oh Deer: Fabulous Symbolism on My Wall

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While I will not get into my point of view on hunting… Let it be known I do LOVE the outdoors, I am a nature enthusiast, I think deer are beautiful mysterious animals, and I love art. These Faux Deer Head Mounts will be a beautiful addition to my office, serve as a symbolic inspiration, and inject a little personality into my eclectic classic style. Oh Deer, I need these fabulous animals of symbolism on my wall asap!

Faux Deer Head Mount in Black + Gold by Banana Tree Studios

Faux Deer Head Mount in Cream + Gold by Banana Tree Studios

Faux Bookworm Deer Head Mount by Banana Tree Studios

{ Symbolism of a Deer }

Gracefulness, Love, Peace, Beauty, Swiftness, Family, Gift from Nature

{ Symbolism of a Buck }

Strength, Boldness, Leadership, Skillfulness, Speed

XO,

Emily Arnim

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{ Bring a Butler’s Advice Into Your Home }

{ My South Texas Adventure with Nature }

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Haute Hunting: The Urban Market Houston May 19-20th

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The Urban Market Houston defines the haute hunt for antiques and vintage pieces. May 19-20th interior design and antique enthusiasts will dive into pop-up shops filled with antiques, vintage pieces and decorating inspiration. Enjoy talking shop with the designers and shopkeepers, absorb the advice from other shoppers, or chat it up with your shopping partner while you hunt for the perfect find! Shabby Chic, Modern Industrial, Farmhouse Chic, Old World, Traditional, you name it- a style for every taste. If you have spaces to spice up, have empty areas you need to fill, are building a new home, or have a renovation in progress, come to The Urban Market Houston with your list, an open mind, a camera and a notebook. {Score VIP Tickets: details below}

What kind of treasure awaits you at The Urban Market Houston? Here are my finds…

Stash Studios Handmade Bison Bag – The Urban Market Houston

Antique Lanterns – The Urban Market Houston

Antique Iron Wheel Form Mirror – The Urban Market Houston

Turtle Wall Lamp – The Urban Market

Antique German Luggage – The Urban Market

Vintage Dress Form – The Urban Market

The Urban Market Houston Opens…

Saturday, May the 19th from 3pm-6pm for a VIP Early Buying Event $25 per person entry fee includes early buying, wine/drinks & hors d’oeuvres, and re-entry on Sunday

Sunday, May the 20th from 9am-4pm $8

{The Urban Market Houston Website}

Read More:

{Vintage Dress Form and Stash Bag: Urban Market Finds}

{Study Up… What is the Difference: Antique, Vintage, Retro}

Happy Hunting!

XO,

Emily Arnim

Want to attend the VIP Early Buying Event? Comment Here  for your Chance to Win 2 Free Tickets- Winner Announced Thursday. What is one of your favorite antique, heirloom or vintage pieces?

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Cindi Rose: Houston Artist, Mother, Philanthropist Creates Silhouette of Ashley Judd

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World Renowned Silhouette Artist Cindi Rose Profiles the Beautiful Silhouette of Ashley Judd Photo By: Herb Hochman, Houston

One of my very favorite women, Cindi Rose, had the pleasure of creating one of her World Renowned Hand-Cut Silhouettes for Ashley Judd at The Children’s Assessment Center’s Intimate Luncheon held at the InterContinental Hotel Ballroom in Houston. Read more about the beloved event for a worthwhile cause from CultureMap Houston.

Cindi Rose travels all over the world and throughout Texas sharing her Heirloom Art, the Hand-Cut Silhouette, with all who sit in a chair beside her. I had the pleasure of meeting Cindi last year and I’ve been intrigued ever since! Not only is she gifted with an artistic talent, but Cindi has a beautiful soul, she is an amazing cook, and she is an encyclopedia of organic and natural knowledge - Cindi truly does it all! I have been in her home on several occasions with film crews, staff, friends, family and there she was cooking with her apron, giving herself egg facials and hand delivering her delicacies around herself effortlessly- YES, HERSELF!! I love to cook, but cooking, entertaining and working at the same time- I have no idea how she does it all! It is truly amazing to me how grounded and genuine Cindi is, so easy to become a different person when you are in the spotlight like she is, but she radiates with Genuine Love and I LOVE it!

Cindi Rose recently lost her sister to a long-time battle with cancer and continues to carry out the legacy of her sister through the Holly Rose Ribbon Foundation on top of her dedication to so many other worthwhile causes. Cindi Rose is a giver, a lover, a creator- How beautiful!

XO,

Emily Arnim

Read More about the Lovely Cindi Rose