Let’s face it. Apartment walls tend to be a little boring and lackluster, especially if you have a less than awesome landlord who refuses to let you do anything to them. Here are a few easy, low-commitment ideas to take…
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LEARNING THE ROPES
Rope isn’t just the preferred material of sailors and hillbillies. In measured doses, it adds a charmed, rustic flair to any décor. Here are our favorite rope pieces for your wall, floor and more. Lighting you’ll want to lasso—the Riata…
THE MIRROR HAS TWO FACES
Double-sided and easy to perch in small spaces, vanity mirrors are the charming way to primp and preen. Here are our favorites, from classy bronze to punchy plastic. The wee songbird perched on this Anthropologie mirror will keep you…
GET A GRIP: KNOB ROUNDUP
Commitment-phobes and penny-pinchers rejoice: switching out old knobs is the easiest and cheapest way to give your kitchen or bathroom an instant facelift. This facelift is also easily undone down the road. These black and gold Jewel Knobs from…
ROCK ON, NEON
If we learned one thing from the late 80’s/early 90’s, it’s probably that neon should be used judiciously when decorating. Yet, in atoning for the sins of Gen X, we may have become a little too judicious. It’s time to…
5 FANCY RUGS
Whether you’re craving a quick apartment makeover or just want to up the cozy factor, a good looking rug can transform a room in minutes. Fabulous rugs can cost a pretty penny, but we’ve found some gorgeous threads to satisfy…
5 PRETTY PENDANTS
A large, billowy pendant can do wonders for a room in need of some soft lighting. These pretty pendants, in light whites and neutrals, would look stellar above a bed or couch, adding romantic ambience whether the lights are on…