I absolutely LOVE having fresh flowers in my house. They are so pretty and so colorful... they make me happy. A bunch of cheery sunflowers can brighten up a room and an aromatic bunch of peonies can bring some elegance to the center of a table.

I saw this DIY project over at Apartment Therapy, and I thought it was a creatively, awesome idea.  This budget friendly technique gives you unlimited possibilities in helping to tie in your drapery with the rest of your home decor.  All you need is some canvas fabric, paint, and just the right stencil pattern.  

The Braised Short Rib sandwich from North Restaurant is pure heaven. It is an off the menu item. There is so much flavor packed in the braised short rib, you don't even need the side of mustard.  The lightly steamed broccoli and prosciutto was the perfect, refreshingly zesty side dish.  I get emotional just thinking about this sandwich.  North, do yourself a favor and put this on the main menu!

When driving through downtown Houston, I was mesmerized with the demolition of the old YMCA.  It's like one of those Barbie houses / TV sitcom sets, where you peer into the living room.  

Down House recently received rave reviews from Houston food critic, Alison Cook.  My favorite factoid of the day: Down House was named after the home of Charles Darwin.  They hand you the check stuffed in a Charles Darwin book.  How cool is that!  The wait staff is extra friendly.  Stop by and have their southern homage to the Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwich.

Oh, How Suite It Is to feel comfortable where you sleep. We have created two beautiful bedroom settings that will blow your mind. Each room is created with great details and pieces that are a work of art. Would you rather lay down in a nice and comfy suite or an elegant and glamorous getaway? Let us know which room you would spend the night away and you will be entered to win a $200 gift card to the High Fashion Home store. Time is running out! Click here to enter.

Jennifer from The Little Couple visited High Fashion Home back in January.  She and her husband, Bill, were looking to decorate their new home that is currently being built.  The episode just aired this past Tuesday.  We weren't sure if our store was going to make it on an episode, so it was a cool surprise when HFH popped up on the show.

I was inspired to do this blog post by my friends curtains. I was at her house the other day (the cutest house I might add) and she had recently put up some green and white chevron (zig-zag) patterned curtains in her dining room. They looked amazing! They added a great pop of color to the room and the chevron pattern is eye catching but not overpowering AND she made them herself from some super marked down sheets she found. Win, win. So, her curtains got me looking around for more chevron design ideas. Enjoy. 

From freshome, they have some great tips on how to creatively accommodate larger dinner parties.  Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary solutions, they have a few ideas that can help in any situation.

Black and white has been a timeless color combination since the existence of fashion.  Architect Matt Gibson, has created a black and white motif that is very modern and chic, yet warm and inviting.  Take a tour of this elegant home in St. Kilda, Melbourne.  





 

From Contemporist,  the Hotel Fasano in Rio de Janeiro is a jaw-dropping hotel from the legendary design eye of Philippe Starck.  The hotel sits beach side with stunning views of the mountain side.  After looking at these photos, my desire to visit Brasil has increased ten fold.

Summer is finally here and it's time to shed those layers! During this time of year you will be spending more time outdoors and enjoying everything that summer brings, such as beautiful bright colors and of course awesome outdoor furniture. Be sure to keep yourself cool from all the hot products that High Fashion Home has for your summer needs. A cute pink tank, some towels to dry off, and amazing outdoor furniture is what will set your summer off right.

The Haven Daybed and the Oviedo Lounger are two great places to take your mid-afternoon nap. The Haven has a splash of color that keeps your dreams happy and warm until you are awoken. It will also stand out in any space with its bright tangerine hue. Now, the Oviedo has a different style. It has a clean chrome based with a vintage leather upholstered look. It sits like a dream that you never want to leave. So, let us know which one is your dream? Go to High Fashion Home's Facebook page and you will be entered to win a $200 gift card. Click here to enter.