Monthly Archives: January 2012

Friday Favorites: 01.27.12

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Liz

The weather in St. Louis this month has been, at best, a bit erratic. One day, temperatures will rise to 60 degrees, feeling like spring, and the next a wave of wintry mix will halt traffic to a standstill. All … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: Distinctive Dining

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Liz

Keep your kitchen or breakfast room stylish and earth-friendly with this charming, eclectic Teak Barrel Table with Nesting Chairs from At West End. Handcrafted of reclaimed teak wood, this modular, modern table and nesting chair set is unexpected, and would … Continue reading →

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Style Scoop: Sophisticated Stripes

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Melanie

Try decorating with stripes for a fun, fresh pop of graphic print in any space. Thick or thin, horizontal or vertical, smart, stylish stripes add a new dimension with classic contrast. 1. PB Comfort Upholstered Ottoman from Pottery Barn. (Photo courtesy … Continue reading →

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Friday Favorites: 01.20.12

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Liz

In the “Hot Hue” department of our January/February issue, we explore Moroccan-inspired design and decor that creates a warming oasis in any room with hot prints, patterns and color palettes. Here are four SLHL-approved picks for home accents and accessories that drip with … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: Shake It Up

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Megan

We thought we’d shake things up this week with a sustainable solution to a kitchen staple: salt and pepper shakers. This Sustainable Salt and Pepper Shaker Set from The Ultimate Green Store is made with wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, … Continue reading →

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Style Scoop: Vintage Chic

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Melanie

Old-fashioned, retro décor creates a timeless aesthetic in any space. Blend vintage items with a bright, contemporary color palette to create transitional charm, or add unexpected old-world style to modern spaces with antiques such as a ledge mirror or vintage … Continue reading →

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Fabulous Five: Cabin Coffee

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Megan

Have you caught Cabin Fever yet this winter? There’s nothing more important to a cozy winter get-away than a great spot to set your warm drinks! We’ve got five suggestions for charming coffee tables that will serve this purpose as well … Continue reading →

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Friday Favorites: 01.13.12

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Liz

Have you read our January/February issue’s Celebrate article “Sip & Savor”?  Robust Wine Bar & Café co-owner and sommelier Stanley Browne and Chef Eric Brenner give SLHL readers insight on how to host a lavish wine tasting soirée. On Thursday, … Continue reading →

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Style Scoop: Kitchen Savvy

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Melanie

As you update your kitchen with the latest trends and decorating ideas from our January/February issue’s Kitchens of the Year, don’t forget to add trendy gadgets and appliances. Try sleek, stainless steel appliances that are classy and functional. 1. KitchenAid Stand … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: Sustainable Seating

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Megan

Waste not, want not with this contoured kitchen chair. Don’t let its slim, curvy figure fool you; the Spring Chair is as strong as it is flexible. Crafted from rapidly-renewable bamboo and topped with a non-toxic finish, this sleek seat … Continue reading →

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