Classic with a Twist

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Blessings this Christmas and in the New Year!!

Wednesday, December 25, 2013 Comments: 0

Pantone Color of the Year -- 2014 !

Each year we look forward to the unveiling of the color of the year by Pantone.

This year .... drum roll please..... is "Radiant Orchid"

One of our most favorite projects that we have yet to reveal incorporates this color in the

upstairs master bedroom and loft area of this fun, young clients home!!

Such a calming bedroom, with such an exciting POP of color.

This little swivel chair was an adorable addition of seating to this room.

We mixed in a bit of black to accent the lightness of the room and we love how it turned out.

Such a fun bedroom for this med student to relax in.

In her "loft" area, we created a study space that she could spread out in, yet be stylish as well.

The gray and magenta wallpaper is the showstopper of the entire upstairs.

We look forward to incorporating this color throughout projects this next year, and can't wait to unveil ALL the photos from this uptown loft project we completed earlier this year!

Monday, December 9, 2013 Comments: 0

Arctic Blast = Wintery Decor

Since the weather decided to take a drastic turn this week from the

80 degree weather we were experiencing,

we decided that this new wintery mix made us think

of a specific "color scheme" that we are so fond of ;)

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And we actually just completed an

installation that showcased it!

Blue-Gray and White. Doesn't that get you in the winter spirit?!

There are several ways to "winterize" your home...

and we aren't talking about covering your water pipes, or checking your heater!

* Candles. Our personal favorite "Winter" from Bath and Body Works

will get you in the cold season fast! We love mixing a candle with glass vases and natural items such as birch branches or twigs.

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*Silver dusted pine cones. These are just lightly spray painted with

silver to give them a classic, freshly snowed appearance.

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*Adorable printables. Why not set the mood with phrases that inspire??

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*Here are a few settings to inspire ;) Collections of vases, pine cones, jars, and silver are touches that we love to incorporate

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Stay warm and safe!!

Friday, December 6, 2013 Comments: 0

Happy Thanksgiving from TCI

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Thank you to our faithful blog readers &

our wonderful clients and friends!

Have a wonderful holiday!

Thursday, November 28, 2013 Comments: 0

My New Networking Tool

So... I'm headed to a networking opportunity tonight

in Dallas for a large charity organization.

Instead of pushing the "elevator speech,"

I'm thinking about wearing these beauties-

Via

These stilettos would speak for themselves and certainly

communicate my career entwined with a tape measure:)

Thank you, Christian Louboutin, for

your assistance to the marketing efforts of

Traci Connell Interiors.

Hope I don't fall down...

(disclaimer: totally fiction)

Thursday, November 7, 2013 Comments: 0

A Halloween Special -- Our Clients Edition!

CHECK IT OUT!

We recently completed this beautiful, bright and BOLD space!

Now that Halloween time is coming close, our client has transformed her new space into a classic, tasteful spooky wonderland!

We were so impressed with her Halloween decorating skills we may just have her over to our own homes to transform them ;)

She found the cutest, yet tasteful spooky creatures!

How do YOU decorate for Halloween?!

Not only does she decorate her home so cute, her costumes aren't lacking either!

Here are a few pics of our awesome client's Halloween party she hosted --

Princess Leia and Han Solo

Happy Halloween!!

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 Comments: 0

Fall Decor - How to Do it Right!

Fall Decor : Non Tacky Style

Please no :

1. Scary scarecrows staring at visitors when they walk in your front door

2. Mummy wrapped pumpkins with eye balls ( ?!!? )

3. Disheveled hay bails lying around (creating more mess that its worth)

4. Plastic fake leaves lining your stairway or doorway.

You will THANK us!

How do create an "Autumn" atmosphere without sacrificing the beauty of your house?

Try THESE tips!

1. Small Doses: Bounce the fall decor around your home in bits at a time. No need to overtake an entire table with garb when you have a whole house to fill!

- A simple vase full of colorful leaves with a few white pumpkins surrounding is a perfect way to set the dining table

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2. Stick with mostly neutrals: Don't try to pull out every color of orange you can find. Creams, whites, chocolates, and a few splashes of changing leaves color will leave your home feeling light and airy, yet ready to celebrate Fall!

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3. Lanterns: These simple pieces are always a nice touch to fill with a few (non tacky) Fall items. A couple of white pumpkins, candles, pinecones.... all great choice for fillers.

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4. Simple pumpkins: We love the cream pumpkins with a hint of orange. No need to buy the "ugly duckling" pumpkin that has a giant growth on the side. Stick with what you know is good.

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5. Mix Fall colors with your home's color palette: Just because it is Fall, doesn't mean you have to do away with the rhythm and order of your home. Use a blue vase that is out all year round, to fill with a simple fall leaf.

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6. Go classic on the patio: Like we said before, no need to scare off your neighbors with eyeball-pumpkins and grimacing scarecrows.... How about something much more classic and inviting??