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CasaSugarSource: Design Inspiration From LA's SmogShoppe

I've fallen in love with green, urban venue SmogShoppe in LA. But for those of you not planning on celebrating any events at the refurbished smog check center, there's still much to glean from this hidden gem. Take a cue in your own home from SmogShoppe's blend of vintage furniture and modern design with both industrial homages to the spot's past life and a smattering of desert-plant greenery. And with all its eco-friendly features, it'll have you seeing green in more ways than one. Click through my slideshow to be inspired, then check out more design inspiration from this up-and-coming wedding destination.

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CasasugarSource: Favorite NYFW Looks Interpreted For Your Home

We're drooling over what designers are exhibiting for Fall: New York runways are rife with sumptuous fabrics, playful prints, luscious color, and exquisite details. Rather than waiting for these looks to hit stores, why not play with these elements in your home decor scheme? Here's a roundup of our favorite New York Fashion Week looks translated into items for your home.

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CasaSugarSource: 7 Fashion Week Trends Meet Beautiful Bedding

During the Winter, there's nothing better than getting under the soft and cozy covers of your big yummy bed. And every once in a while, you've got to treat those Winter blues by giving your bedding a little face-lift - and what better place to look for fresh inspiration than the amazing world of fashion? With New York Fashion Week coming to a close, we've decided to celebrate with a few of our favorite looks translated into the world of home decor. Check out the seven styles I'm currently coveting!

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Source: Spotted: Mirage Charcoal Wallpaper on Once Upon a Time

A fitting reference for a show about modern day fairy-tale characters, we couldn't take our eyes off of the enchanted forest wallpaper spotted in Once Upon a Time. The print's smokey hues pair perfectly with the pops of chartreuse paint, caramel-colored banquettes, and checkered floors on set.

As the episode title references, it's all about the thrill of the hunt, and we were delighted to discover the source of this enchanting woodland print. Hailing from Graham & Brown, the Mirage wallpaper design comes in five shades ranging from plum to mustard. Usually, I'd skip the neutrals in lieu of more colorful options, but after seeing the fun color combinations on the Once Upon a Time set, I think I'm sold on the charcoal!


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Source: 4 Ways to Make a New Apartment Feel Like Your Home

We know that moving into a new place can be a big adjustment, but it is an equally fun project. The mantra you should keep in your mind: "Rome wasn't built in a day." Unless you are some sort of designing superwoman with insane resources, chances are it's going to take a little time to get your new place up to par. Whether you're moving to a tiny studio or a large loft, here are a few tips to help you make your new place feel homey and personal as soon as you move in.

• A little living furniture will make a world of difference. Whether you have an old couch you're not sure about or a great dinette set that will hold you over until you find the perfect piece, move your old furniture into your new home. If you're not buying new before you move in, bringing some furniture with you will take the edge off. Not being pressured when you're shopping will allow you the time to wait for the perfect piece you know you'll love and

CasasugarSource: 15 Heart-Melting Decorating DIYs For a Last-Minute Valentine's Day Bash

Maybe it stems from early memories of classroom-wide Valentine's Day card-exchanging sessions, but I've never pigeon-holed the holiday as a day for lovers. I like to think of it as a day to indulge the people that you care about, and what better way to indulge them than with a small soiree to celebrate the occasion? With the abundance of hearts, sweets, and the color pink associated with this time of year, I feel like it's a shame not to take advantage of a little girl time. If you're still toying with the idea of inviting your girlfriends over for a last-minute celebration this weekend, see if this roundup of super-stylish Valentine's Day DIY decorations is the deciding factor. I know I'm considering it!

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CasaSugarSource: 12 Clever Yet Pretty Media Storage Ideas

Thanks to the rapid proliferation of media technology, it can feel as though new gadgets are determined to overthrow our homes. We shove them in cabinets only to find cords sprouting from every hinge; we cringe at the futuristic flat screen looming over Louis XVI chairs. Make peace with your televisions, DVRs, game systems, and DVD players with these pretty and functional storage ideas that will make them feel just as much a part of your home's decorating scheme as your entertainment center.

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CasasugarSource: Jenna Lyons Discusses Style, Decorating in Brooklyn, and Whether J.Crew Will Open a Home Line

In a recent article in House and Home magazine, J.Crew creative director Jenna Lyons chatted about fashion, style, and design, as well as her lovely Brooklyn townhouse, which was one of your favorite house tours last year. The house is currently under contract - congrats to whomever is buying the gorgeous property! Let's take a look back at the home and hear what Jenna has to say about decor, design, and her home's style.

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