Archive for May, 2011

Style Statement Stories | Mary Delury, Simple Present

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

Mary is energetic, as a wife, mom and stepmom.  A true entrepreneurial spirit who enjoys a busy life, she loves the smell of the forest, a well-organised home, a clear concise ‘to-do list’, and helping people.  Mary lives on Vancouver Island with her husband and two young boys.
How did you arrive at your Style Statement? [...]

Style Statement Collage | Traditional

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Traditional
Spirit: Traditional gets tremendous joy from nourishing a sense of community and family, whether within a neighborhood, group, organization, or among family members and friends. They are curious and learn from what has come before, especially anything pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines and practices. Traditional is keenly interested in finding the best way to do [...]

Friday Focus | I Feel Most at Home…

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Driving fast, in the kitchen, surfing waves, big city anywhere, amongst the trees, hiding in bed…
This the place you feel most grounded and connected to yourself. How do you feel when you’re there?  What do you most value about your home? Follow your  heart and your heart will find home.
My favorite answer;  (from 2,000 clients)
“With [...]

Style Statement Stories | Laura Forbes Carlin, Classic Serenity

Tuesday, May 24th, 2011

On her inspiring, informative and beautiful blog, Inspired Everyday Living, Laura writes how simple changes in your home can transform your life.  She is also the co-author of, The Peaceful Nursery: Preparing a Home for your Baby and Love at Home: the Single Girl’s Guide to Feng Shui and Life Design. Laura lives in Los Angeles with [...]

Friday Focus | What Not to Do on Vacation

Thursday, May 19th, 2011

I’m off to  Palm Springs tomorrow, where it’s hot, really hot. You’ll find me hanging out by the pool, reading a trashy mystery novel and drinking  G & T’s with my hubby. Can’t wait, only one more sleep!
It’s been three years since our last holiday, just the two of us. Then baby came, exhaustion set [...]

Style Statement Collage | Modern

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Dear Style Statement Friends,
We asked, ” What do you want more from us?” and you answered strongly, “Visual examples of styles.”
ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re  happy to launch our weekly Style Statement Collage. Enjoy, savor and let us know how else we can serve you.
xxx C

DEFINITION | MODERN
Look & Feel: bold, contemporary, clean, edgy, exclusive, hip, latest, metropolitan, streamlined, unique, noticeable, [...]

Style Statement Story | Shantel Collins, Designed Adventure

Sunday, May 15th, 2011

Shantel is a wife and mother of two boys. She is fascinated by design, art, technology, and a foodie in her soul. Her heart is in serving others, she loves researching, finding solutions, and sharing information. It’s been inspiring to follow Shantel’s journey in discovering herself and to watch her share that stunning smile with [...]

Cheap is Expensive in the Long Run | 5 Tips for Buying Quality

Thursday, May 12th, 2011

Feeling as thought you have nothing to wear and yet have a closet full of clothes. As our Manifesto of Style states Commit to Quality and it Commits to You.
What can you do to insure your wardrobe inspires and reflects you?
1. Do the math –  Why buy twice when you can buy once? You buy three [...]

Style Statement | Life + Work

Sunday, May 8th, 2011

Have a fabulous week.

Thanks to Gaile Guevara

Article from Canadian House & Home magazine

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011

Take a peek inside and you will find my abode! Tour through my home – see where I work, play and rest my head.