do you approach home décor? Just like with my wardrobe, I need to feel inspired when decorating my home. I use a lot of white, stripes, navy, and red, mixed with Moroccan rugs, big matted picture frames, mirrors & glass. My home needs to be classic yet elegant and still feel cozy with candles & knits. Very Ralph Lauren meets the beach. You’ve definitely captured that mood, it’s so inviting! Do you have a favorite room? Our living room—I love cuddling up with all the pillows on our big, comfy cream couch! With the fireplace on and candles lit, it’s the best place to be on a rainy day… Was it difficult to decorate your home in a way that
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It was a little bit of a challenge; if it were up to me almost everything would be white, but we’ve found a great balance by mixing in navy blues and reds. I also used his vintage footballs as a decoration in the living room—he loved that touch!
For every feminine touch I add, I like to pair it with something more masculine. We’ve learned how to enjoy decorating together; it’s become a bit of a weekend hobby. I always remind myself that our home needs to be as much of an oasis for him as it does for me.
What advice do you have for combining different aesthetics in this kind of
You mentioned that you entertain friends several
“I always remind myself that our home needs to be as much of an oasis for him as it does for me.”