PERFECT DESIGN {MAKING IT YOUR OWN}

Today's post and images are about creative expression and storytelling.

I love trendy colors, patterns and design, and work with them often. But, it's easy to overdo it to the point where things start looking contrived, lacking personality and a deeper style or story. One of the things I'm constantly trying to do is add my own voice, while still giving things a friendly, enjoyable mass appeal.

Looking at Harlequin's Collections was really delicious. Found via an older entry on Print and Pattern, I was entranced by their beautiful use of color in their motifs and the simple setups of their uber-styled shots.

So, I love what happens when these controlled interiors are in concert with more natural and poetic and personal elements, like my favorite Jennifer Altman photograph, an illuminated and glowing curiosity like these Casablanca Lanterns  or a symbolic natural element like a butterfly. Not only does it add an deeper note to the decor, it makes the space more about the individual(s) who created it; truly unique and inspiring beauty!

LATER TODAY...
I will be back later today with a sneak peek of some of next week's features. For those of you who have spent the week with here at heysusy*, a sincere thank you! I've really enjoyed it, and it's great to know that people are reading along.

Comments

[Melissa Brown]

Oh, I love that couch! Am a huge fan of Jennifer Altman's photography...and love those lanterns! Great post.
xo
Melissa

[susy]

I know...I love her work too. I love that bowl. It looks like the moon. To me, it's a very magical shot!

xx s

[Persephone]

I love that Jenifer Altman polaroid as well...so luminous. And those laterns - I saw them in my old neighborhood in LIC and have been coveting ever since. A lovely combination of images. Look forward to seeing what's in store for next week. xox, P.

[susy]

thanks so much persephone!
i tried to leave a comment on your blog...but it wanted me to leave a blogspot address- and since i've switched blogs to typepad, i didn't get to!

i love reading your blog. you're such a great writer...and by the way, i love your name. when i was little, my mom read me greek myths constantly. i used to love the story of persephone, demeter and hades. mmm....those tempting pomegranites!

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