we'll always have Paris...

Image Paris Perfect

I love Paris.  I've been lucky enough to visit twice and lose myself in this enchanting city.  I even celebrated a magical Christmas there one year with my very dear family friends.  We skipped arm in arm down the Champs Elysees on Christmas Day after Mass at Notre Dame and lunch on La Rive Gauche, I'll never forget it, ever.

Like many people, I'll always have a special place in my heart for Paris and I often close my eyes and dream of going back.

Imagine living in or staying in one of these beauties...

Image My Paris Apartment

Image Chictip.com

Image Elle Decor

Dreamy breakfast on a Parisian balcony www.parisperfect.com

I dream of flinging open windows and peeking over the rooftops of Paris.

Image My Paris Visit

Parisian home of Lee Radzawill via brunchatsaks.blogspot.com

My Parisian apartment must have a pretty flower window box.

www.highriseview.com

Until I am able to return I'll just close my eyes and dream of beautiful, wonderful Paris.

www.europeinsideout.com

Have a colour filled day!

a little bit spotty...

Classic black and white - Image Martha Stewart

There is something about spots, they are cute and happy and fun and bring a smile to my face.

You don't have to cover your home in giant spots to achieve the look.  Add subtle spots to your home through wallpaper, fabrics, cushions or art and bring an unexpected happy element to any room.

Let's take a took at some spotty interiors...

Gorgeous spotty artwork by SF Girl by Bay

Mix it up with florals and spots Image Lonny Magazine

Spotty little fridge Image Jane Janekovic Flickr

Spotty wallpaper behind the bookshelf Image La Dolce Vita

Make a statement with a spotty chair Image The Pursuit of Style

Have a colour filled day!

boho dreaming

Image Bohemian Twilight

Oh yes we love a bit of Boho style.  There is something about the dreamy way it's all thrown together and it just works.  Little bits and pieces collected over time, a little bit mismatched a little bit eclectic and a lot individual.

Splash of colour...

Image www.charlestongrit.com

No matchy matchy here...

Image www.sfgirlbybay.com

Personality on a wall...

Image www.elledecor.com

Texture and colour...

Image www.elledecor.com

Tribal glamour...

Image Simply Harmony

If all else fails, find your inner hippy and build yourself a tent..

Image Kate Moss  - Vogue

Don't be afraid to mix it up, show your personality, add colour, gather meaningful pieces over time and tell your story.  Yes - we do love the uniqueness of Boho style.

Have a colour filled day!

with a twist

Image bhg.com

Let's take a look at barley twist!

Barley Twist furniture is a beautiful traditional design dating back centuries.  Fortunately for us it's a versatile design that transcends perfectly to many interior styles.

Image My Life - My Loves

This gorgeous little stool belongs to my dear friend Sharnel Dollar of Sharnel Dollar Designs.  It sits in her powder room and every time I go in there it makes me smile, it's a sweet little piece she found on ebay and had restored and recovered.

Antique coffee table image Mr Beasleys

Beautiful character filled Antique dining table image Ruby Lane

A modern take on traditional style Image Wisteria

This traditional side board is stunning image Leonards Direct Furniture

Love these two images below which take Barley Twist to a whole new level of fun and design!

Crazy fun Neon Barley Twist side table from Against The Grain

Contemporary Barley Twist by Paul Loebach

So when next your out hunting for character filled furniture, definitely give Barley Twist a thought, it's beautiful, functional and versatile.

Have a colour filled day!

island living

Ralph Lauren Jamaican Home

It might be Monday but let's pretend it's still the weekend and take a little virtual tour through some homes featuring one of my favourite decorating styles - Island / Coastal Living.

Love the framed palm fronds and leaves via Coastal Living

Beautiful blues via Coastal Living

Kumari Blue 60 x 40 cushion The Brown Trading Co

Classic Summer tones of neutrals and blue via Design Seeds

India Hicks is the Queen of Island Living

Love the Capiz Shell Chandelier and the single palm frond via Coastal Living

Beautiful rustic Australian verandah via Country Style

Stuart Membery does Island Style perfectly 

Ralph Lauren's Jamaican Home is exquisite via Architectural Digest

Enjoy your Monday everyone and have a colour filled day.

Spring!

Image - Chateau de Portail France

It's Spring - the birds are chirping, the sun is shining, the days are magical and the air has an altogether different feel that change is on it's way.

It's time to pack up the Winter woolies and freshen up your home with some bright, crisp and colourful accessories.

Head to our website The Brown Trading Co for some easy, inexpensive solutions to giving your home a delightful colour filled look this Spring.  From our beautiful cushions to stunning table linen we've got something to brighten every room.

Here's some of our current favourites -

Tulu Rose 150 x 250 cm Tablecloth

Jasmine Blue Napkins 45 x 45 cm (set of 4)

Aria and Yellow Pineapples 50 x 50 cushions

Hamilton Lattice 50 x 50 cushion and Cockatoo Green 60 x 40 cushion

Happy Spring everyone and don't forget - fill your home with colour!

Have a colour filled day.

Keren Brown iPhone Covers!

So excited to finally reveal that we have been busy collaborating with Cameron from The Dairy to produce our first collection of iPhone covers for 4 and 4S.  iPad covers are coming soon also.

It's been such a blast producing this range and we can't wait to do the next one.

Visit The Dairy to view and purchase the entire collection.

Have a colour filled day!

Keren Brown iPhone covers at The Dairy