Covered Patio

I came across this outdoor space via House of Turquoise and I am in L.O.V.E.....Love!

I love a house that gives you an extra entertaining space where you can actually design it.  The roof over that patio lets you have upholstery, pillows and good furniture, and you don't have to worry about it getting ruined with the weather.  What a lovely area for lounging, chatting and lots of coffee drinking...or wine drinking, depending on your mood...or time of day!

Enjoy!

Patio designed by Elizabeth Newman Interior Design

A Day at Crabapple

Its rare that a work day can take you off to a different world and a very unique surrounding.  I had the opportunity to style a shoot with several other contributors.  The goal was to get some great photos and footage of what we do best in order for us all to use to market and promote our businesses.  I love how this collaboration came together.

We all met at Crabapple Ranch in Fredericksburg, TX.  Fredericksburg is a sweet quaint little town with tons of shops and loads of personality.  With its wineries, antique shops and delicious restaurants and bakeries, it is one of the most romantic and relaxing places to spend your weekends.  If you have a chance to visit, I highly recommend it.      

Crabapple Ranch was where we set the scene for our outdoor vintage tea party theme.  The china and furniture were so gorgeous and the models were amazing.  The girls were done up with 50's inspired hair and makeup and they donned Stella & Dot jewels.

I had a blast styling the jewels as well as some of our sets.  This group of professionals were a joy to work with and I hope we get to do it again soon!

Below are some of my favorite photos of the day and the beautiful video done by my lovely better half.  I hope you enjoy!

  

Contributors:

Styling: Kristen Ellis, Stella & Dot Independent Stylist

www.stelladot.com/kristenellis

Photography: Rebel With a Camera

www.rebelwithacamera.com

Hair & Makeup, Wardrobe: Divaz Fabula

www.divazfabula.com

Vintage China & Furniture: Sisters Vintage Party (Rentals)

www.sistersvitageparty.com

Flowers: Sprout Flowers

www.sproutflowers.com

Video Production: Ellis Media Group

www.ellismediagroup.com

Venue:  Crabapple Ranch - Fredericksberg, TX

*images by KED and Rebel with a Camera

Greige

Hello all! Happy MLK day!  

I am only half working today....I've decided.  I have been working with a client who loves all things gray.  We are in the stage of making selections for finishes and fixtures, etc.  There is something so elegant and beautiful about a neutral space.  Subtle and unassuming yet it speaks volumes!  Here are a few of my favorite GREIGE spaces.

Tracery Interiors in House Beautiful

Atlanta Homes Magazine

Neely Design Associates

Have a good one!

Oh What a Year its Been...

I am so grateful for what 2011 blessed me with and I am hopeful and excited for what the future will bring! 

The champagne is chilling....

....and the outfit is planned...

...nails are sparkly...

...and we are getting ready to celebrate the new year with some great friends!!

Have a fun night and see you all lovely people next year!!

xoxo

Special Promotion

Hello all!  I hope you had a restful and merry holiday!  Before, I get back into the full swing of things, I wanted to share a special treat with you.  Stella & Dot was featured on Good Morning America this morning promoting one of my favorite necklaces.  The Awakening Charm necklace will be 1/2 off ($39.50) for 24 hours only!!  Get yours quick!

It is the perfect boho-chic layering piece.  

To shop go to www.stelladot.com/kristenellis

(discount will be taken at checkout)

Happy Shopping!

*photos via Stella & Dot

Navy Love

What is it about the color Navy that brings a certain style to mind?  It really is just a word...a word that is synonymous with so many other words, classic, cool, clean, preppy, timeless, chic, coastal...

A navy room or navy accessories, for me, is the epitome of classic cool interior design.  It instantly brings a Ralph Lauren feel to your space.  You know, when life is simply more chic.

Enjoy these spaces and items in one of my favorite colors of all time!!  

House & Home Magazine

Lonny Mag

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Happy Monday!

Its cold here!!  Despite the gloomy gray weather and hectic work day, I am happy its finally cold enough for a coat around here!  What I am even more happy about is the really fun bright colors of the season.  What a nice contrast to the outdoors...who says winter has to be anything but colorful?!

I am loving these cool winter looks from J.Crew!