IN SEARCH OF HOUNDSTOOTH

 Barclay Butera

Considered a classic, houndstooth has been a fashion trend several times in history, with peaks during the 1930s, the 1970s, and again making a splash on the design scene the past decade or so. What's made houndstooth au courant?  The pattern has been super-sized, taking the Scottish classic into big, bold territory. Whether using the classic black and white scheme or a more delicate pink or light green color palette, the large houndstooth pattern packs a graphic punch that seems so right today. 

 1st  Dibs

 Momoy Image Source

 Marc Blackwell

Seletti Wardrobe

 Tobi Fairley

 Nicole Jane Home

 Decorpad

Pretty Pink Tulips

Mrs. Blandings

Ralph Lauren

LIGHT AS A....

Feather!

Exotic, soft, wispy feathers can add graphic drama to a table and look fresh and elegant forever!  How do you incorporate feathers into your seasonal decor?  Mix earthy pheasant plumes with a stark white vase for a dramatic, minimalist contrast.  I'm enchanted by Tobi Fairley's clever use of pheasant plumes on a traditional evergreen wreath.  Bright green apples and a matching velvet bow heighten the delicate nature of the plumes-the look is stylish and spectacular! Even simply laying of a few plumes at a place setting lends a delicate rustic charm to the table.

I plan on incorporating a spray of posh plumes on my wreath this year--what inspires your holiday decor?'

Naturally shed plumes look chic on an all white table

Tobi Fairley's dramatic wreath-so chic!

A few plumes add lovely color and texture to your table

Mix peacock feathers and gold and silver balls for a stunning centerpiece

Naturally shed pheasant feathers can be found at Source Perrier.