Layla Grayce

Everywhere in home furnishings are aged, neutral finishes; furnishings and accessories in muted tones of cream, flax and gray that combine European elegance with something a bit more rustic and well-traveled. Aidan Gray is a master at this look, and updates it this season with typography accents that are completely on trend but still timelessly sophisticated. Take the look on the road by mixing these same colors in one outfit and adding accessories that look like you found them on a trip to a faraway land.

1. Aidan Gray Molly Table Lamp
2. Aidan Gray Laura Mirror
3. Aidan Gray Travail Quatre Office Organizer in White
4. Aidan Gray Coleman Sofa Table in Natural Wood
5. Aidan Gray Painted Ethan Chair
6. Aidan Gray Lavandrie Cart

1. Armand Diradourian Horoscope Scarf
2. Waxing Poetic Earrings Free Form Hammered Gold Plate
3. Petticoat Cardigan
4. Waxing Poetic Bracelets and Charms
5. Steven by Steve Madden ‘Waren’ Espadrille Sandal
6. Broken-in skimmer in Khaki

Interior Design magazine Jun/Jul 2010 Design by: Elizabeth Bauer

Designer: Emma Pilkington, Photographer: Roger Davies

Essex Ikat Upholstered Ottoman from West Elm

Ikat Ogee linen window panels from West Elm

Bravado Ikat fabric from Thibaut

Cobalt Sophistikat carpet Tiles from Flor

We love when traditional textiles get a modern makeover – blending ancient craft with contemporary sensibility. It’s a look that catches the eye, and this year ikat is turning heads in both home decor and fashion. Rendered in updated bold, bright colors and showing up in unexpected places, we’re smitten by the juxtaposition of ikat pillows and textiles popping up in all decor styles ranging from modern to eclectic. Mind, we’re not advocating a room or wardrobe full of ikat (there’s something to be said for too much of a good thing), but as a fashionable accent to update your look for the season? Inspired!

1. Madeline Weinrib Hollywood Regency Slipper Chair in Blue Daphne Ikat
2. Ikat Stoneware Mini Bowl in Raspberry
3. DwellStudio Home Diamond Ikat Pillows in Azure and Citron
4. Ikat Picture Frames
5. Capel Rugs Marrakesh Charcoal Wool Rug

1. Plenty Linen Easy Cardigan in Marigold
2. OiOi Organic Diaper Bag Chocolate Ikat Tapestry Pompeian Slouch Tote
3. Madeline Weinrib Daphne Ikat Evening Bag in Celery
4. Madison Marcus Ikat Print Top
5. Ikat Print Scarf in Poppy

Who can pass up classics with a romantic, modernized twist? Certainly not us, and we’re torn between which captivates us more, the interior or the outfit. Aidan Gray is masterful at creating furniture and decor with French élan and historical details that are tweaked ever so slightly, here using quirky printed word upholstery. But the traditional leather riding boot with ruffled accents had us at hello. Paired with this season’s hot skinny jeans, a cozy wrap cardigan and embossed python bag, you’ll be ready for fall weather AND for the compliments to come flying in. Instant modern chic.

1. Aidan Gray Darby Bookshelf
2. Aidan Gray Truro Table Lamp
3. Aidan Gray Namur Fragment Table Lamp
4. Aidan Gray Conversation Bench
5. Aidan Gray Parisian Candlesticks Set
6. Aidan Gray Mattix Wooden Coffee

1. Coach Kristin Embossed Python Hobo
2. Juicy Couture Belted Wrap Jacket
3. Nadia Earrings
4. Loose Rein Boots
5. Freshwater Pearl 18K Gold Plate Bracelet
6. True Religion Julie Skinny Jeans

You love the romanticism of white, of delicate, feminine touches, but how to make it look right for fall interiors, or create an outfit that works for now when temperatures are still hot (but every magazine is showing wool)? Mix your favorite whites with light cream accents and the softest shades of army green to transition into fall – the perfect solution!

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Whooo’s to deny that owls are a hot trend in home decor and fashion? DwellStudio Owl crib bedding is the inspiration for dressing your colorful little nature lover.

1. DwellStudio Laminated Roller Shade
2. DwellStudio Crib Bedding Set Owls
3. Nurseryworks Loom Crib Natural Catalpa
4. DwellStudio Kids Tufted Wool Rug Tree

1. Blabla Owl Backpack
2. Pearly Charm Owl Necklace
3. Halter Top
4. Beaded Charm Bracelet
5. Girl’s Essie Nail Polish
6. Tiered tulle skirt
7. Kenneth Cole Reaction Kids Sandal
8. Handmade Felt Owl Clip/Grip

Be inspired – Translate Serena and Lily’s white bedding and soft neutrals into the perfect on-the-go summer outfit accented with just the right amount of pattern and splash of color.

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