Though we don’t think of ourselves as overly trendy—we identify as timeless and classic, thanks to the market—there are certain interior products, concepts, and themes that come and go depending on what tastemakers are inclining toward at the moment. I personally keep changing my likes and dislikes when it comes to design. But at the moment I am currently obsessing these 5 design trends. Have a look at it.

1.Oversize Art

When it comes to Art, in most cases I like a bold move. Massive abstracts, huge sculptures, sizable textured wall hangings are my favorite. I believe that art can totally “make” a space. An otherwise serene room can come alive with the pop that an attractively scaled abstract work can offer. Oversized art is always a focal point. This is why when used, the rest of the room is usually very simple. Whether you love yours painted, printed or framed I think you’ll agree that adding color and style to your walls is a genius move in any space.

 

2. Rose Gold

Rose Gold is one of the hot new metallic colors that is sweeping the interior design and fashion worlds. It’s a beautiful and rich warm hue that’s close to copper but with a bit more yellow to it. And it’s definitely one of my new favorite colors. Rose gold is a great choice when it comes to home decor because of its warmth and unexpected color that still blends well with a variety of other hues and design styles. It can be soft, bold, sparkly, matte, or have a metallic sheen. When using this color in your home, use it sparingly, as an accent color, to keep it from seeming overwhelming. The best pieces of furniture that come in rose gold are coffee and side tables, various lighting fixtures. It is also the perfect color for accessories like kitchenware, throw pillows and other textiles, and small items like planters, frames, and figurines.

3. Marble

Marble may invoke up images of sleek kitchen counters, but there’s no need to downgrade the material to that singular design purpose. Thanks to the minimal color palette and unpredictable swirls, marble feels decidedly of-the-moment, no matter where you use it. From bed linens to throw pillows to serving trays, marble is popping up everywhere when it comes to decor. And as an added bonus, it looks absolutely charming with just about any metallic. The beautiful stone has been used in everything from sculpture to architecture since ancient times. And for modern day luxury items, it is the epitome of classic style. From actual stone marble to marbelized paper and accessories, here are marble pieces that will have you bringing this design trend into your home this year.

4. Tropical Prints

In case you haven’t heard, the tropical decor is having a moment right now. Exotic colors and textures—fit for a balmy oasis like the Bahamas or Fiji—have been making a splash on the 2017 home design circuit. And we can’t get enough of the sizzling trend. Sure, tropical looks can be flamboyant. But that doesn’t mean they have to be tacky. Bold, over-scale tropical leaves in graphic prints can make a classy statement. From lighting to cushions, wallpaper to duvets, hallways to mirrors, fashionable tropical décor strikes the right balance between showcasing vivacious colors and nailing that relaxing holiday ambiance. Think flowery prints, with soft, light greens, pale pinks and patterns with subtle coral, brown and blue undertones. A tropical interior design theme isn’t about making overly wild statements and making your house guests feel like they’re living in Rio in the middle of Mardi Gras. Instead, it’s about embracing a welcome boost of color into the home, all in good taste. It’s about being light and breezy.

5. Mixing Metals

Gone are the days of worrying that your fixtures are perfectly matching. Mixed metals have been making importance in interior design for quite some time now. Done well, the presence of mixed metals gives your space interesting personality and adds visual depth to your home. However, when playing with mixed metals there are many factors you want to consider in order to successfully execute this trend. The size of your space, the metal hues were chosen, the amount of metal to incorporate, and the placement are all the important factors in achieving the contemporarily characteristic look of mixed metals. When selecting your metal accents, consider blending warm and cool tones. Warmly toned metals, like brass and bronze, add an astonishing accent of color and when used in juxtaposition with cool toned metals like stainless steel and aluminum. This opposition is what makes mixing metals so attractive and will create the most impact with your space.

 

Eid is just around the corner and still looking for ideas for decorating your home?

Confused about how to do and what to do?

Then go ahead read this blog and get some ideas and tips to decorate your home for a family get together and parties.

Eid al-Adha which is coming up next weekend in Dubai. It’s a festival which brings a wave of joy for everyone. Yes, it has long been associated with pompous decorations, glitzy fervor, and reuniting with your big family. This pleasure should be reflected from your home as well, regarding your whole family will visit it. The entire home should shout the words decorations and adornment.

Here, we have some ideas that how you can make special decor your home on Eid days. Take a look!

Adorn your walls with Islamic art

Islamic art is richly influenced by a variety of cultures, namely, Greek, Egyptian, Persian, Chinese and Indian! You can spot Islamic art in architecture, calligraphy, paintings, glass work, ceramics, and textiles.

 

 

Play around with pillows

Throw pillows with bold design add a casual chic vibe to the room. Don’t be shy to pile them on and mix some patterns. Combine large prints with small ones, florals with geometrics.

Fill some memories in

Display your beautiful memories with your loved ones on these special days! Put some photos prints on your living room table and show your precious moments with your family. Besides, they will add up some personal feeling to light up the room.

Add lanterns and candles

Any celebration is incomplete without lights and when it comes to Eid, the different types of light and candles are of great use. You can use designer lanterns to decorate your home. Add soft color of glittery lanterns for the refreshing festive mood. Play with the placement of lanterns. You can place it on the dining table or hang it above the sitting area. Try to make centerpiece arrangement of lantern for your dining table that gives an ethnic touch to the decoration. Add extra lighting to your home during this month. Even the soft glow of candles can add accent lighting to your décor.

Sparkles All Around

For Eid celebration, use of sparkle and glitters are of great importance, as without adding the glitz and sheen to everything the Eid celebration is incomplete. Glittery cushion cover and bed sheet are the prominent need of the dining table. Use aluminum foil for all the cutlery holders and gold embroidered work on the bed sheets.

All these accessories and decorations pieces you can find in Lifestyle stores in UAE. They have flat 50% off on all their products.

So, give a warm welcome to visitors, friends and relatives with flashy look of your home. Be festive with

Do you want to add some life to your décor, but you’re not sure where to start?

Then you’re not alone.

Why not consider going all tropical?

It’s becoming a growing trend right now. When some people hear the word ‘tropical’, they immediately think of loud, garish and over-the-top colors. Exotic colors and textures—fit for a balmy oasis like the Bahamas or Fiji—have been making a splash on the 2017 home design circuit. And I can’t get enough of the scorching trend. Sure, tropical looks can be loud. But that doesn’t mean they have to be tacky. Bold, over-scale tropical leaves in graphic prints can make a sophisticated statement.

From lighting to cushions, wallpaper to duvets, hallways to mirrors, fashionable tropical décor strikes the right balance between showcasing vibrant colors and nailing that relaxing holiday vibe. Think flowery prints, with soft, light greens, pale pinks and patterns with subtle coral, brown and blue undertones. A tropical interior design theme isn’t about making overly wild statements and making your house guests feel like they’re living in Rio in the middle of Mardi Gras. Instead, it’s about embracing a welcome boost of color into the home, all in good taste. It’s about being light and breezy.

Image courtesy: Pinterest

 

Image Courtesy: Pinterest

 

If your decor has truly put you in the tropical mood, infuse your outfit with natural vibes and earth-toned hues. Paired my tropical dress with my favorite green heels.

Dress: Primark; Shoes: Glamorous; Watch: Michael Kors

It’s worth a look. After all, when you think about it, is there anything more comfortable and warm than an exotic retreat? Hope you agree with me.

xoxo

Yes! That’s right! Unicorn Themed Cafe is finally opened in our very own DUBAI. Unicorn Sweet Vibes, cafe and dessert parlor is located in Damac’s The Vogue building in Business Bay. Off late I have been hearing quite a lot about this place and definitely wanted to check it out as soon as possible.

All your magical childhood dreams and fantasies will come true the minute you enter this place. You have to visit this shop that serves creative ice-creams, ice-cream sandwiches, and milkshakes that are not only a delight to eat, they’re a delight to look at too!

I immediately fell in love with their colorful interiors. Pastel colors have been used on their ceiling and furniture. Walls and floor are in neutral color with a lot of natural light coming in. It’s a very calm and relaxing ambiance with unicorn decor and accessories all over the place. I loved their art wall which is so beautifully done by call.it.art. My most favorite area was the two swings in one of their corners which really brings out the child in you.  Check out their below interiors.

Their hand-written menu and marble counter with glittery wallpaper

Pastel furniture and Unicron head on wall

Their hand-painted colorful AC grills

Hand-painted art wall

Favorite corner – Swings

Check out their unique menu with their home-made ice creams and milkshakes. I absolutely loved the names of their colorful ice cream like:

  • He’s not worth it (Nutella and Kinder – my fav)
  • UBE
  • Cookie Monster
  • Can You Handle This
  • UB & J
  • Unicorn

yummy ice cream counter

 

Hand-written Menu

“He is not worth it” flavor

This place is opened from 12 PM to 12 AM. Check out this hot trending place which is all over social media these days.

xo

Hello Everyone!

Stuck on how to accessorize an end table or nightstand?

There are so many ways to style/accessorize a table, and really there are no rules. However, if you aren’t sure where to begin below is a list of basic items to use that you can’t go wrong with:

*A lamp
*Artwork/mirror
*Books
* Floral/branches

In addition, here are a few more accessorizing tips to get you on your way:
Use items of varied heights to keep the eye moving.  Have something short, something medium, and something tall.  Use stacked books to add height if needed.
Layer your accessories.  Don’t be afraid to let your lamp cover a portion of the artwork.
Group differently shaped items together.  If everything is square/rectangle it just looks boring.
Add pops of color.
Use unique items that mean something to you, such as something purchased from a trip.  These are great conversation starters, and will add a lot of character to your arrangement.
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