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Inspired: Emma Thompson's Houndstooth Cape

CasaSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:15:53 -0800

I'm loving this houndstooth cape that Emma Thompson is sporting in Pirate Radio. Houndstooth, which is characterized by a duotone textile pattern comprised of broken checks, is traditionally seen in black and white, but other color patterns are also common.

Inspired by Emma's fab cape, I looked for more housewares-oriented houndstooth. One of my favorites is this Houndstooth Accent Chair (on sale for $749). Its sleek black arms are a great accent to the nubbier pattern of the fabric.

For even more houndstooth finds, check out the widget.

Faux Houndstooth in Cornflower - $119.00	Surya "Cosmopolitan" COS-8826 Black/Ecru Area Rug, 2' 6" x 8' - $339.00
MIO - Haute Houndstooth Surface - $20.00	CLOSEOUT! Preston Houndstooth Accent Chair - $388.00
Needlepoint Houndstooth Rug - $1,250.00	Auberon Bedding Collection - Shams - $119.00
Inhabit Living Faux Houndstooth Pillow - $60.00	Faux Houndstooth in Cornflower - $60.00
Houndstooth Chair, Accent - $949.00

Southern (Indian) Thanksgiving

Yum Community — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:42 -0800

This story was written by member courtneyd and comes from the Kitchen Goddess group in the YumSugar Community.

For a few years now I've wanted to try to marry the traditional Southern Indian food my husband grew up enjoying with Thanksgiving as I know it (Southern girl with a love of spice and heat). So this year I did a trial run of a tandoori-style turkey made in the oven.

By next year I hope to build my own tandoor, or at least grill this guy, because it needs a little more heat to crisp up properly. Even so, the meal turned out great! Tandoori turkey, tamarind gravy, creamed saag, masala mashed potatoes, and Whole Foods' naan, which has a slight dinner roll texture, so it works out perfectly for this blended meal. The tamarind gravy was an original creation (that I cannot believe turned out properly, it was sooooo good), and the other recipes were either inspired by or taken directly from The Food of India from Whitecap Books. I love their "food of" series, and my husband is impressed with the Indian recipes.

For the turkey, I followed the instructions from November's Martha Stewart Living to spatchcock a turkey and cooked according to their instructions after marinating for about 7 hours. Not including the marinade time, this meal came together in about 2 hours on a Friday night. Also, we discovered New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc complements Indian food perfectly.

To get her recipes for this Southern Indian feast, keep reading.

Healthy Halloween Dressups

FitSugar — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 04:30:11 -0700

You probably have the makings of an awesome Halloween costume already and don't even know it. We scoured the web to present you with some of the best fitness inspired costumes out there and added our own suggestions. Most of these ideas have elements to them that any fitness fanatic probably has in their dresser or closet already.

If you have vampire fever like we do, vamp up any of these looks with fangs, fake blood, and pale makeup.

Source: Flickr User deleted.scenes

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Pimp Your Crib: Nursery Themes and Inspiration

LilSugar — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:00:43 -0800

Every impending parent wants to set up a cozy nest that will be ready to welcome their newborn once he or she arrives. While the fabulous lair caters to the lil bundle of joy, the mama and papa are usually responsible for the nursery design. Whether you plan to raise your wee one with fancy fabrics or a low-key look, we've got options. Before you head out to peruse paint chips and crib sheets, check out our selections for inspiration.

Get Inspired by Cute Celebaby Cribs	10 Lights to Keep the Nights Bright	From A to Z on Decorating Nurseries
Be Bold With Modern Nursery Options	Nursery Design Ideas For Close Quarters	Go Wild With Animal Prints in the Nursery

Show off that sweet lil nursery you just decorated to the nines! Join our Revamping Baby's Room group over on the LilSugar Community and share your before and after pics. Your room and style could be featured on the site.

Inspired: Time For Tweed

CasaSugar — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:00:24 -0700

I passed by the Knoll store this morning and saw a Saarinen Executive Chair upholstered in a rich, wintry tweed sitting in the window. Then, I got my computer up and running and saw this smart J. Crew Wool Tweed Oona Coat ($550). Then it dawned on me: it's Fall. I'm not really one to redecorate with the seasons, but I do like the idea of introducing this textured, graphic material into my home. The DwellStudio Painted Tweed Blush Throw Pillow ($106) is a start; it offers the pattern of tweed without the heavy material. See a few more tweed and tweed-inspired items when you read more.

Inspired: Where the Wild Things Are

CasaSugar — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 09:00:02 -0700

Home is where the wild things are - just ask Urban Outfitters, which recently debuted a line of home accessories based on the movie coming out Oct. 16. I've found even more inspiration looking through the stills from director Spike Jonze's interpretation of the classic children's book. You'd be surprised how often the motifs of Max and his monster pals show up in decor. Take a walk on the wild side.
Source: IMDB

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Inspired: Francis Montesinos 2010 Spring Collection

CasaSugar — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 07:00:00 -0700

New York Fashion Week was full of many beautiful, elegant, and inspiring looks. But I must say that the designers participating in Madrid Cibeles Fashion Week have really displayed out-of-the-box thinking and debuted some wild and funky fashions. In particular, I'm blown away by Spanish designer Francis Montesinos's Spring collection. I'd love to translate his aesthetic into a room; it's so fun, lively, and eccentric. So I hunted down a few products inspired by his designs.

Source: Getty

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Inspired: Badgley Mischka 2010 Spring

CasaSugar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:00:28 -0700

New York Fashion Week is full of design inspiration from the palettes and patterns to the details and embellishments, and even the onlookers themselves. Yesterday's Badgley Mischka Spring 2010 fashion show truly won me over, though. From coral beading to ethereal white ruffles, many elements of the collection could easily translate to interior design. So I did a little digging and excavated some Badgley Mischka-inspired home décor for you.

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Sneak Peek! Boutique by Forever 21

FabSugar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:00:22 -0800

Forever 21 has many collections - Twist and Intimates, to name a couple - but none that are vintage-inspired . . . until now. Boutique by Forever 21 is all about that antique touch - elaborate embellishments, soft feathers, and dazzling sequins. Plus, with higher quality fabrics, it all looks authentically secondhand. The new line hasn't hit the racks just yet, but here's a sneak peek to woo you.

See more flirty pieces from Boutique by Forever 21.

Inspired: Vena Cava 2010 Spring

CasaSugar — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:00:29 -0700

New York Fashion Week is a mecca for design enthusiasts around the world, but it's not limited to fashionistas. There's plenty of interior design inspiration to find on the catwalk, be it in a pattern, a material, a shape, or the heft of a model's bangle. Vena Cava is one of my favorites, so it's no surprise that I found lots of design inspiration from the label's 2010 Spring collection.

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Ashfield Neutral Accent Rugs - $49.99	Joe Chair - $149.00
Park Avenue Settee - $3,999.00	XO - 'couture' chair by philippe starck for xo - $440.00
Carter Sectional, Sofa, & Chair by Gus Modern - $1,050.00	"Whitney" Tweed Headboard - $1,759.00
Rattan Dining Table & Gray Tweed Seats - $1,099.00	Blissliving Home Callum Bolster - $50.00
Tweed Drop-Front Shoe Box - $17.99	Painted Tweed Pillow - Cobalt - $150.00
Adrianna - $74.99	Bedford Hunt Suede-Trim Sham - $129.99
Adriana Tweed Sham - $119.99