tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71755182277415217612024-03-05T13:32:58.316-05:00Cherish TorontoDecor, Design, Colour, Art, Thrift, DIY...Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.comBlogger622125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-32683829811183816312017-01-30T13:33:00.000-05:002017-01-30T13:33:52.046-05:00Best of the Best on the SAG Red Carpet<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I skipped the Golden Globes red carpet earlier this month because I was sick with the flu and slept through most of it. Last night my sister and I watched the Screen Actors Guild red carpet coverage and awards ceremony throughout which we offered our professional fashion critique.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm not going to point out the several candidates for worst dressed (they know who they are), although I'm sorry, Nicole Kidman really should have thought twice about that shimmering green double parrot Gucci number. I want to highlight just the best of the evening, so let me cut right to the chase:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The beading, the colour, the fit...c'est parfait!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">T</span>his girl has an <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">bol<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">d</span></span> sense of fashion<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> and I like it!!</span></span></div>
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-51000265061509461942017-01-30T02:28:00.000-05:002017-01-30T02:28:14.219-05:00Just Some Stuff I Finally Did<br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm sure many of you understand the never ending to-do list that quite literally never ends simply because you never seem to get to the 'do' part. I've just passed four years of living in the "new" condo and there are several things that I've only just managed to cross off the list. Mind you, design is a process, and things have to happen in a certain order, and sometimes those things just take time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Case in point: Shortly after I moved into my condo I created a gallery wall at the end of the front hall next to the built in study nook (see the finished product in <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2013/05/a-study-in-storage.html" target="_blank">this post</a>). When I painted the wall a dark navy blue two years later, I took most of the artwork down and hung just four gold framed paintings. My intention was to recreate the gallery wall in the master bedroom. The plan was to hang the photos above a marble top commode (which I had yet to purchase) and also to incorporate a small bedroom television. It was nine months before I would find the right Louis XVI chest of drawers (see<a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2015/10/louis-xvithe-final-piece.html" target="_blank"> this post</a>) and another 15 months before I wall mounted the tv and hung the photographs to recreate the gallery wall.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Of course I'm still not 100% done. I'd like to replace the Toronto photos in the center triptych with three new photos, but there's no rush, I'll get around to it eventually. If you're really paying attention, you'll notice that I went the extra mile and added a paintable cord cover to camouflage the ugly television wires.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Since I was on a roll, I also took the time to add a custom touch to the Pax drawers I had installed in the master bedroom closet four years ago (here is the <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2013/01/weekend-organization-pax-wardrobes.html" target="_blank">original post</a>). This past fall, while looking for cabinet hardware for a client, I fell hard for these <a href="https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.1000789109.html?eid=PS_GOOGLE_HD+%7C+PLAs_Shopping+%7C+All+Products_All+Products&gclid=Cj0KEQiAwrbEBRDqxqzMsrTGmogBEiQAeSE6ZR8wan82eyB7vdpl-QUgC3Fibb2QKR8F54jJw5phMK0aAqAD8P8HAQ" target="_blank">Martha Stewart brass bin pulls</a>. I ordered them up and they've been sitting in an envelope for months just waiting to be installed. I was nervous to do the installation on my own because the job required precision - the pulls all needed to be perfectly aligned and level. Turns out it wasn't nearly as difficult as I thought it would be, it took less than an hour, and the pulls added the custom look I was hoping for.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's always nice to get things done around the house. The to-do list dwindles and there's a real sense of satisfaction that comes with a job well done. Onward & upward.</span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-79474204609688861512016-03-29T18:03:00.002-04:002016-04-07T16:14:26.706-04:00What's Up Next...<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Every time I finish working on a design project, there is a small sense of relief that it's complete (and look<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">s gre<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">at, of course)</span></span>, but an even stronger sense of disappointment that the fun is over. Within days I start to feel restless. What's next? I always want something on my plate, even if I say that I don't.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As luck would have it, the <a href="http://www.cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2016/03/a-brand-new-space-grey-white-basement.html">basement renovation</a> wrapped up (the carpet was finally installed last week) just as spring begins. It's time to start thinking about summer and the time we'll spend away from home working at our seasonal retail stores (if you're new here, my day job is as buyer/merchandiser/supervisor for an independent fashion retailer). The lease was recently signed for a lengthy commitment at our Grand Bend location, so I've decided that we should make our apartment there feel more comfortable. With a budget of<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> approximat<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ely z</span></span>ero dollars, I've been spending a lot of time on Kijiji and my favourite auction websites trying to come up with a design vision.</span><br />
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</span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've started to cobble together the basics for our little two bedroom place. It might not be perfect, but it's a start and we can build on it each year. Last fall I found a pair of somewhat worn and slighting damaged wood nesting tables at Value Village for $6. A bit of glue, a quick steel wool sanding and a dose of <a href="http://www.howardproducts.com/prod-restor-a-finish.php">Restor-a-Finish</a> was all they needed to look super fabulous. We already have a round dining table with four chairs<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">; </span>the table is going to get a makeover (paint!) soon, but I don't know what I'm going to do with the chairs they're kinda country/ugly/totally not my style...<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> Rec<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ntly I </span></span></span>picked up a pair of upholstered tub chairs for $60 on Kijiji. They're really comfortable and they swivel and<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> r</span>ock which is super cool, but they're a dark plaid which definitely won't work with the rest of my ideas for the space. I may have the chairs reupholstered eventually and keep them for my own home but in the mean time we<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> have no choice <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">bu<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">t to </span></span></span>live with the plaid. What else? First and foremost, the walls of the entire apartment will get a fresh coat of white paint. I don't even remember what colour they are curre<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ntly<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">,</span></span> but I know I don't like i<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">t...</span>I'm thinking maybe it's flesh tone. (Do they even make paint in flesh tone? Because they shouldn't.) The one item </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've purchased in a retail store is an amazing aerial beach photograph from Homesense<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. Featuring the vivid teal of <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ocean waters, </span></span>it will provide a nice punch of colour <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">in the dining area.</span> I'm itching to get started, but I need<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> to wait <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">f</span></span>or the weather to warm up <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">bef<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">or</span>e </span>I can start <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">to clean <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">and paint.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The real point of this post is that I want to tell you all about my most recent auction win!! I scored a pair of twin spindle bed frames online at MaxSold which will be perfect in one of the bedrooms to maximize sleeping space. There will be times when four adults will<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> need<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> spa<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ce to sleep </span></span></span>in this apartment, and everyone will <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">require </span>their own bed. With fresh white walls, I have the opportunity to paint the bed frames any colour I want, so the big question is, what colour should I choose? I have visions of glossy red<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> or </span>navy<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> or </span>green<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> or </span>cora<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">l or </span>teal<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span>or grey. It all depends on what kind of tone I want to set for this room...the bright colours are fun, but the more subtle colours are restful.</span><br />
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-72329683304643229962016-03-07T04:26:00.000-05:002016-03-07T04:26:45.589-05:00A Brand New Space: Grey & White Basement Renovation<br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I posted briefly about the <a href="http://www.cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2016/01/how-to-keep-busy-in-january.html">basement renovation</a> I was working on at the end of January. This was a quick renovation, turning an unfinished basement into a modern living space in just under 5 weeks from start to finish. (There was just one hitch - the carpet for the living area wasn't installed due to a shipping delay, but the kitchenette and bathroom have been completed.) We worked with a great contractor which made our job easy, as long as we were ready with final decisions and materials when required. Knowing that we wanted a grey and white colour scheme right out of the gate helped drive most of the decisions regarding paint colours, flooring, counter tops, back splash tiles, hardware and fixtures.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Everything happens in a <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">par<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ti<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cular </span></span></span>order, and if my memory serves me correctly, we started with sel<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ection of </span>the floor tiles. We chose a 12"x24<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">" </span>semi-polished grey <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/769/techmarble#3881-grey">techmarble</a> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">porcelain stone </span>from Olympia Tile<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">From this we were able <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">pull the</span> paint <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">colours for the </span>cabinetry<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, pulling <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/silverhalfdollar">Silver Half Dol</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/silverhalfdollar">lar</a> and <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/pewter">P</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/pewter">ewter</a> from the Benjamin Moore paint deck<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, using the lig<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">hter shade on the top cabinet<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ry </span>and the slightly darker shade on the bottom. This paint trick is sub<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">tle, but it </span>gives <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">just a </span>bit more weight to <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">the bottom cabinets. You may <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">hav<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e noticed that we <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">added doors t<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">o the penins<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ula<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> cabinets from <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">the opposite side<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span>which allows <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">easy access to <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">serving pi<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">eces<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, cutlery<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, and n<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">apkins<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> could have gone with a light c<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">olour <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">for </span></span>the counter tops w<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">hich <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">would be very on trend, </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">but knowing that we wanted to use a <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">white subway tile back spla<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">sh with a<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> mosaic tile band</span>, it <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">felt more prac<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">tical to go with a dark shade. We chose Wilsonart's <a href="http://www.wilsonart.com/black-alicante-4926">black alicante</a> counter top<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> - y</span>es, it's a laminate <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">-</span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">natural stone was not in the homeowner's budget<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, and we are really please<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">d with how great the </span>laminate looks<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> We added a bit of interest to <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">the neutral white subway tile back splash with <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">an ac<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cent band of mar<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ble and glass mosaic tiles.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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I felt very strongly about using polished c<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">hrome rather than brushed<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> b<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">eca<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">use this element <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">adds a <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">touch </span>of sparkle to th</span></span></span>e k<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">itchenette. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's easy to forget that this is <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">a</span> basement be<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">c<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ause it's actually quite bright - the nearby window cert<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ainly </span>helps,<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> as do <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">any<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span></span>reflective elements<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> in the space. 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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This was the first major project I've taken on that wasn't strictly decorating, and I really enjoyed the experience. It was fun assembling all of the parts together and then seeing the ideas come to life. There were a lot of decisions to be made, and to keep the ball rolling it was important to make those choices quickly and confidently. We made just one misstep (a light fixture that didn't suit the space and was promptly returned), but by and large we were very happy with our choices and consequently we are thrilled with the final results. Let the entertaining begin!!</span></div>
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-53923992135434878752016-03-03T13:05:00.000-05:002016-03-04T00:14:19.853-05:00A Plethora of Beautiful Gowns: Oscars 2016<br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've been working on this post bit by bit every day this w<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">eek</span>, sorry <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">for </span>such a delay...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm at work right now but I really need to get this written so that I can watch E! Fashion Police and read all of the online Oscar fashion recaps. I like to form my own opinions about red carpet dresses, rather than be influenced by what the "pros" think. One thing I'm sure of is that young designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/csiriano/">Christian Siriano</a> can do no wrong when it comes to red carpet fashion. I <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">think </span>Christian is this generation's Oscar de la Renta. I love so many of his dresses, <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">he uses just the right amount of colour, <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">his <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">fit</span>s are impec<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cable and <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">his </span>ideas are </span>original.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This is my absolute favourite dress of the night, and it's a shame that I didn't see it on either the ABC or E! red carpet coverage. This is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jackiemiranne/">Jacqueline Miranne</a> (an <i>US Magazine</i> correspondent and her mother just happens to be Joy Mangano of HSN fame & the film <i>JOY</i>) in a gorgeous Christian Siriano gown.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I snagged the image below from Jackie's Instagram feed - this snap shows the beautiful movement of the dress. Christian calls the gown lime yellow silk faille, so I'm not quite sure which photo reflects the colour more accurately. Either way I love it!!</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I also love this peach Christian Siriano gown worn by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/louiseroe/">Louise Roe</a> (an English television presenter, model & fashion journalist). I love the simplicity of this dress, but the "pleated fan" is just the right amount of embellishment.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Rounding out a lovely trio of Christian Siriano dresses is this lovely beaded silver & white gown worn by E! news anchor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mariamenounos/">Maria Menounos</a>. The gown was created in conjunction with Stella Artois and is being auctioned off to raise funds for Water.org - you have until 3 pm EST on March 11th to place your bid! <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Get </span>more informa<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">tion</span> at <a href="https://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/1017000">Charity Buzz</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Since the first three gowns were worn by entertainment and fashion correspondents, I'm going to continue with the telev<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ision </span>host theme. Guiliana Rancic, co-host of E!'s red carpet coverage wore a simple white crepe <a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgeschakraofficial/">Georges Chakra</a> gown embellished wit<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">h floral embroidery at the waist. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">S<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">imple can be so elegan<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">t.</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The back of the dress is a lovely surprise...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Guiliana's <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">pre-show <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">look was </span></span>also stunning - she really knocked it out of the park <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">at this year's <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cad</span>emy Awards. </span></span>Th<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ere's just something so <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">luxurious </span>about the fold<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">s of fabric in th<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">is </span></span></span>dress de<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">signed by A<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">zzi & <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Osta<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. And that colour!!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Here is another dress that I didn't see until the <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">day after the <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Academy Awards</span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. It's Amy P<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">oeh<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ler in a stunning <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewgn/">Andrew Gn</a> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">creation<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">; </span>an embroidered <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">kimon<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">o <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">style dress. This look is <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">defin<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">itely a "l<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ove it" or a "hat<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e it". <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Obviously I'm in the love it camp, but I can understand if you're on the other side of the fence<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">here<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> (Come to think of <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">it, this would be </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">gorgeous as wallp<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">aper<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">...)</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cate Blanchett, who <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">often rules<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">the red carpet, did so again w<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">earing this st<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">unning </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/armani/">Armani</a> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">dress</span> embellished with cryst<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">als and </span>feathers<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cate could teach </span>a master class in w<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">hat to wear on the </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">cademy Awards </span>red carpet</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">!!</span> Let's not overlook the fact that it fits <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">to perfection<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> I love this colour too...</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Let's see...<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">who's next? Probably Naomi Watts, she <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">really knows what works for her lithe fram<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">e. This<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> sapphire blue and pur<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ple <a href="https://www.instagram.com/armani/">Gi</a></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/armani/">orgio</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/armani/"> </a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/armani/">Armani</a> Pri<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ve </span></span></span>gown <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">truly shines on the red carpet</span>. Stunning!!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This was another one of my fav<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ourites</span>, Margot Robbie in <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">a "le<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ather applique cross front drape fitted <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">dress" created by </span></span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tomford/">Tom Ford</a>. <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you can't wear gold on the <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Osca<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">r<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">s red carpet, where can you wear it? <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I think she looks </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"></span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">great<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">!!</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've covered my favourites, but o<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">f </span>course there <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">were many beautiful gowns <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">on this year's Academy Aw<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">ards red carpet<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span> Here's a look at the others who cracked my top 20<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cha<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">lize Theron in a<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dior/">Dior</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> g</span>own <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">& </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/harrywinston/">Harry Wins</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/harrywinston/">ton</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">j</span>ewels</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span> </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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<div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Emily Blunt in a crystal embellished <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prada/">Prada</a> gown & <a href="http://www.niwaka-en.com/fine-jewelry/">Niwaka</a> jewels</span></div><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span> <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Jennifer Garner in an Atelier <a href="https://www.instagram.com/versace_official/">Versace</a> gown & <a href="http://www.neillanejewelry.com/">Neil Lane</a> jewels</span></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Priyanka Chopra in a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/zuhairmuradofficial/">Zuhair Murad</a> gown & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lorraineschwartz/">Lorraine Schwartz</a> jewels</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnVnZ3gG2aJvlK_LgpJ2MKV7tBO6XjiNW4DJZet0qM2S3deNhqBVInqZyp3BZQUNTneA2KTmcQp_UTYbgoIKDCxtfvbSAonDD0Vi-fADSas2meR4Q0Q_4QqMrijFevWwBhxdOu7-1DrKA/s1600/Priyanka+Chopra+in+Zuhair+Murad+Oscars+2016.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnVnZ3gG2aJvlK_LgpJ2MKV7tBO6XjiNW4DJZet0qM2S3deNhqBVInqZyp3BZQUNTneA2KTmcQp_UTYbgoIKDCxtfvbSAonDD0Vi-fADSas2meR4Q0Q_4QqMrijFevWwBhxdOu7-1DrKA/s640/Priyanka+Chopra+in+Zuhair+Murad+Oscars+2016.jpg" width="396" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Saoirse Ronan in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/calvinklein/">Calvin Klein</a> Collection & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chopard/">Chopard</a> jewels</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Julianne Moore in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chanelofficial/">Chanel</a> Couture & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chopard/">Chopard</a> jewels</span></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Reese Witherspoon in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oscardelarenta/">Oscar de le Renta</a> & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyandco/">Tiffany</a> jewels</span></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Sophia Vergara in a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/marchesafashion/">Marchesa</a> gown & <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lorraineschwartz/">Lorraine Schwartz</a> jewels</span></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Lady Gaga's <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">white <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">pantsuit red carpet look had so m<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">uch potential, but it fell short right <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">a<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">round her<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> chest where </span></span>the fit <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">seemed wrong</span></span>. I much pref<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">erred the <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">halter style <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">white pantsuit <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">that </span></span></span></span>she wore to the Vanity Fair awards party. Both<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> ensembles were d<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">esi<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">gne<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">d by Gaga's friend <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brandonmaxwell/">Bran</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brandonmaxwell/">don Maxwell</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's so nice to receive a friendly greeting at the front door upon arriving home. For me, it's seeing these fresh green walls painted in Para's <i>Aspen Valley</i>. The front hall project started when I added trim to the doors and painted them out last January, and just one short year later I have a completely finished entrance hall. If my memory serves me correctly, I painted half of the hall early last summer, the other half in late October and finally the back of the door to the corridor just last weekend. I know how to take procrastination to the next level - particularly when it comes to painting, since it's not my favourite thing to do.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The photo on the above left is taken from the corridor, and gives an idea of how the green transitions into the navy blue at the end of the entrance hall (you can read more about that transformation <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2015/01/i-paintedagain.html">here</a>). It certainly is a contrast of colours (which I'm obviously not afraid of), but the trim moulding on the doors and walls keeps the spaces feeling consistent. By the way, do you <i>loooove</i> that table lamp? It's the Alexa Hampton <a href="http://www.visualcomfortlightinglights.com/product/visual-comfort-alexa-hampton-carmen-table-lamps-ah3073ts-np.html">Helios</a> lamp designed for Visual Comfort and it's my new favourite thing!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The colour may be the attention grabber in this entrance, but the trim moulding is what truly adds character to the space. A modern city condo doesn't always have to be smooth surfaces and hard edges, and the DIY trim moulding sets the tone for my home starting at the front door. I created this section of trim to fit the two gold leaf <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2012/11/diy-gold-foil-quatrefoil-mirror.html">quatrefoil mirrors</a> which had previously resided in my bedroom.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">One last tip: I painted out all of the trim, including baseboards, to maximize ceiling height. The condo ceilings are nine feet, but here in the front entrance the ceiling is only eight feet due to a bulkhead running from the dryer vent (located behind door number one) and washroom vent (located behind door number two) through to the exterior. Painting the trim allows the eye to travel in one motion from floor to ceiling without stopping, fooling the eye into perceiving the space as being taller than it really is. I used this trick throughout the entire condo, painting out trim and baseboards in every room.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So what do you think of the colour? I love that it's bold! Truth be told I'm happy to see the final walls painted and I think I'm done with brushes, rollers and paint trays for the foreseeable future. Insert happy dance here!!</span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-33000835582050581412016-01-27T15:58:00.003-05:002016-01-28T11:38:27.089-05:00Basement Reno: So Many Decisions!!<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A friend of mine came to me seeking input regarding the design of his home's unfinished basement. After living in the home for many years, it was time to finish the basement and gain much needed space to entertain and hang out. The basement was pretty much a blank slate: think exposed insulation and ceiling joists. It was the perfect opportunity to customize unused space for the homeowner's needs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The kitchen backsplash will be a classic 3"x6" arctic white subway tile, which we will accent with a 4" band of the glass & marble mosaic tile. The shower wall in the bath will have a similar look, but with a larger 8"x20" <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/120?color=786#786-arctic_white">arctic white tile</a> (less grout = less to clean) with a 6" accent band and a 2"x2" <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/331#1654-dark_grey">dark grey porcelain</a> on the shower floor. Floors in both the kitchen and the bathroom will be the veined grey porcelain <i><a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/769/techmarble#3881-grey">Techmarble</a></i> in a semi-polished finish (<i>love</i> this tile - it has the look of marble without the expense). The bathroom will feature a dark grey <i><a href="http://www.caesarstone.ca/en/The-Catalog/Pages/2003%20Concrete.aspx">Caesarstone</a></i> counter top with integrated white sink which should tie in perfectly with the accent band in the shower. In the kitchen, all upper cabinets will be painted <i>Benjamin Moore</i>'s <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/silverhalfdollar"><i>Silver Half Dollar</i></a> (2121-40), while the lower cabinets will be a slightly darker <i><a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/pewter">Pewter</a></i> (2121-30). Painting has already happened on the walls and we are happy that we chose Silver Half Dollar, it's a light grey which works really well in a basement with very little natural light.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This past week we chose faucets and cabinet hardware for both the kitchen and bath, and this renovation should wrap up within a few weeks. Here are the mood boards for both the kitchen and the bath:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">1. Benjamin Moore <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/silverhalfdollar">Silver Half Dollar</a> (2121-40)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2. Benjamin Moore <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/pewter">Pewter</a> (2121-30)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">3. American Standard <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/American-Standard-Fairbury-Single-Handle-Pull-Down-Sprayer-Kitchen-Faucet-in-Chrome-4005F/100684612">Fairbury Faucet</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">4. Wilsonart Black Laminate Countertop in <a href="http://www.wilsonart.com/black-alicante-4926">Black Alicante</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">5. Cosmas 96mm <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00FGVXL4A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00">Polished Chrome Pull</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">6. Techmarble Semi Polished <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/769/techmarble#3881-grey">Grey Floor Tile</a> 12"x24"</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">7. Frigidaire Stainless Steel <a href="http://www.leons.ca/product/item/appliances/kitchen/refrigerators/frigidaire/frigidaire-stainless-steel-top-freezer-refrigerator-115-cu-ft-ffet1222qs/1719121">Refrigerator</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">8. Glass & Marble Accent <a href="http://www.dufferintile.com/">Mosaic Tile</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">9. Bright Arctic White <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/120?color=786#786-arctic_white">Subway Tile</a> 3" x 6"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">1. Benjamin Moore <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/silverhalfdollar">Silver Half Dollar</a> (2121-40)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2. Benjamin Moore <a href="http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-color/pewter">Pewter</a> (2121-30)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">3. Moen <a href="https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.boardwalk-1-handle-lavatory-faucet---chrome-finish.1000794268.html">Boardwalk Faucet</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">4. Caesarstone Countertop in <a href="http://caesarstone/">Cement</a> (2003)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">5. Hickory Hardware 96mm <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/Hickory-Hardware-Bridges-96-mm-Chrome-Pull-P3232-CH/202335894">Polished Chrome Pull</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">6. Techmarble Semi Polished <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/769/techmarble#3881-grey">Grey Floor Tile</a> 12"x 24"</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">7. Kohler Memoirs <a href="https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/p.memoirs-classic-two-piece-128-gal-elongated-comfort-height-complete-solution-toilet-in-white.1000755630.html">Classic Toilet</a><a href="http://www.leons.ca/product/item/appliances/kitchen/refrigerators/frigidaire/frigidaire-stainless-steel-top-freezer-refrigerator-115-cu-ft-ffet1222qs/1719121"></a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">8. Glass & Marble Accent <a href="http://www.dufferintile.com/">Mosaic Tile</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">9. Bright Arctic White <a href="http://www.olympiatile.com/product/series/120?color=786#786-arctic_white">Subway Tile</a> 8" x 20"</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">10. Nuvo Parker Polished Chrome <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/Nuvo-Lighting-Sandstone-Location-Polished/dp/B018HIBEP6/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1453928009&sr=1-4&keywords=nuvo+lighting+parker+vanity">2 Light Vanity Fixture</a></span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-82050487678686888122016-01-23T15:21:00.000-05:002016-01-23T15:21:43.180-05:00It's January, Time to Organize!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Every January I get the urge to get my act together and organize my stuff. It must have something to do with the new year, since one scroll through my Instagram feed tells me that I'm not the only one in organization mode. The current trend is to throw away or donate nearly everything in your home using the <a href="http://www.amazon.ca/The-Life-Changing-Magic-Tidying-Decluttering/dp/1607747308">KonMari Method</a>, but after donating unwanted items I still have plenty of things that need a home within my home. Because I'm a single in a two bedroom condo, I have the luxury of an entire closet in the guest room offering up some extra storage space. Where else would I keep the ironing board, tool box, drill kit, sewing machine, photo albums, beach towels, gift wrap, suitcases...? I'll leave you with the short version.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I had shelves installed previously in the guest room closet, but they were too shallow and too weak to handle the weight of the items stored on them. As soon as the <a href="http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/categories/departments/bedroom/bedroom_storage/?cid=ba|ca|en_wardrobe_nav|201601082114058143_2">Ikea wardrobe event</a> started (on now through February 1st) I grabbed my sketchbook and picked up all of the components necessary for a mini closet makeover.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">How has January been for you so far? Have you been getting organized too?</span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-12199478030225026492016-01-11T23:30:00.001-05:002016-01-11T23:30:16.848-05:00For What It's Worth: My Opinion on 2016 Golden Globes Red Carpet Fashion<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I know, I know, it's another roundup of Golden Globes fashion. But I'm sure many of you have been waiting patiently to hear my thoughts on the subject... Yes..? Anyone..?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Want to make it work on the red carpet? First, pick a colour that flatters your skin tone. Thank goodness there were only a handful of attendees who chose that blah flesh tone that looks terrible on 99% of caucasian women. Second, don't try too hard; simplicity has its merits. If you try too hard it shows, and that's just not good. And finally, attend as many dress fittings as required to get the fit right. It makes me physically uncomfortable to watch a woman constantly adjust her dress, pulling it up or tugging it down. Always take a pass on an ill fitting gown.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Jaimie Alexander in Genny. I love the deep V, it's risky, and yet flattering.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Jenna Dewan-Tatum in Zuhair Murad. Another flattering deep V neckline.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Olivia Wilde wearing a Michael Kors Collection gown. Such lovely sparkle!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This halter neck gown with plunging deep V neckline fits like a glove.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Kate Bosworth in Dolce & Gabbana. More sparkle!! More colour!! </span><br />
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-84903376124118345712015-10-27T14:21:00.000-04:002015-10-27T14:21:26.237-04:00Louis XVI...The Final Piece<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Since I love both vintage furniture <i>and</i> finding a bargain, great pieces rarely come easily. As a result, many of the key items of furniture in my home have a story behind them. The <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2012/06/diy-challenge-done.html">bedside tables</a> in the guestroom, the modern <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2014/10/prest-o-change-o-grey-to-gold.html">glass & chrome dining set</a>, the <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2014/02/a-dragon-diy.html">kitchen stools</a> and the <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2011/09/christie-antiques-show-wrap-up.html">coffee table</a> in the living room are all perfect examples. Each piece took some time and effort, but in the end I got what I wanted and paid a fair price. My latest acquisition is no exception. After more than a year of searching, this, my friends, is the FINAL piece of furniture for the condo. The Louis XVI commode (learn more about the term "commode" <i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commode">here</a></i>) is tucked into the corner of my bedroom to provide a bit more storage for accessories and off season clothing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The plan is to hang artwork on the wall around and above the television</span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> (Gasp! A tv in the bedroom!!)</span> to disguise its existence, but putting holes in the wall is such a big commitment that I'm hesitant. For now I've leaned one of my favourite photos by photographer <a href="http://dontblowtheillusion.com/">Robin Waters</a> behind a tray of colourful perfumes.</span><br />
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-55622817538443721742015-06-01T06:00:00.000-04:002015-06-01T06:00:01.256-04:00Finally Found: Satin Brass Hardware<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">What's this? I have a design blog? For the past few months I've barely thought about blogging...I've been super distracted by work & this thing called life. You haven't missed anything. There haven't been any updates at the condo, and projects that I started in January (you mall recall <a href="http://cherishtoronto.blogspot.ca/2015/01/front-hall-progess-aspen-valley.html"><i>this post</i></a> about the front hall) remain in limbo as we speak.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These were my favourite brick homes; obviously I'm a sucker for Georgian architecture. Just imagine how these will look when the trees and shrubbery leaf out in the spring. The big home on the lower right is currently on the market, <a href="http://www.powersrealty.com/property/immaculate-red-brick-georgian-colonial/">listed for $899,900</a>:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Which leads me to my crazy idea: I want to move to Georgia. More specifically, I want to move to Senoia, Georgia and open a little boutique on Main Street. (There really is a Main Street in Senoia, Georgia, isn't that perfect?) Why Senoia? Well, it's the small town near where The Walking Dead is filmed. Senoia restaurants, bars and shops are flourishing with the influx of TWD tourists. And real estate is cheap there, I could buy a 4 bedroom house there for significantly less than the price of my Toronto condo.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Gwyneth Paltrow is the best of the night. A simple dress, perfectly tailored in a shade of soft pink that suits Gwyneth's complexion. Designed by Ralph & Russo Couture, that shoulder flower is everything. Her sleek hairstyle and statement earrings are just right.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The fancy invitations were sent out to arrive just as this year's <i><a href="http://oscar.go.com/nominees">Academy Award Nominees</a> </i>were announced in January. RSVP's were received and party plans were made. The big day is finally here, party prep is in full swing and guests will be arriving soon. We'll watch the red carpet arrivals and cheer for our favourites during the ceremony.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">^^ This is the beverage station - this year's theme is pink and gold, so I'm serving up cream soda & <a href="http://www.presidentschoice.ca/en_CA/products/productlisting/pc_italian_soda_blood_orangeprod310007.html">PC blood orange italian soda</a> (so good!!). Guests are free to pour their own which takes drink duty off the shoulders of the hostess.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">One of my favourite movies this year was </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2278388/?ref_=nv_sr_1"><i>The Grand Budapest Hotel</i></a>, it is a beautiful film and is a shoe-in for Best Production Design. I also loved <i><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2582802/">Whiplash</a></i>, and I can guarantee that J.K. Simmons will win Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Fletcher. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Fast forward to yesterday at my local Value Village. I found an ashtray to use as a "seat filler" until my fairy godmother brings me that <a href="http://caitlinmcgauley.com/item.php?item_id=73&category_id=3">zebra</a>^^^. Now I know the word "ashtray" sounds rather icky, but this one didn't look as though it had ever been used for such a purpose. With two fierce cheetahs and a touch of green trim, I thought it could be just the thing to hold a bauble or two on the bedside. Made in Italy by Borghi, I would even venture a guess that it's made of porcelain and that the trim is hand painted. Not bad for $1.99.</span><br />
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-43772076729483735362015-02-02T16:16:00.000-05:002015-02-02T16:16:17.542-05:00An Argument for Antiques<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In today's <a href="http://news.nationalpost.com/2015/02/02/antiques-go-old-school-without-the-rules/"><i>National Post</i> online</a>, I've been quoted in an article about buying antique furniture vs. new. The article, written by Alexandra Lopez-Pacheco, talks with Enric Rose, a former antiques dealer; Barry Gordon, founder of <i><a href="http://www.maxsold.com/">MaxSold</a></i>; Cripsin Butterfield, of <i><a href="http://www.urbantheoryinteriordesign.com/index2.php">Urban Theory Interior Design</a></i> and myself. We all share the same view: that antiques can be incorporated into a modern home as long as the combination is in balance. In fact, as I've stated on this blog many times, antiques are extremely affordable when found at estate sales and auctions, both live and online. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">"...That’s exactly what Pamela Graham, the Gen X blogger and interior designer behind Cherish Toronto did recently for a young client on a limited budget. She looked at the lines — and imagined the possibilities. “We bought two antique bedside tables for a lot less than we would have paid in a big box store. They weren’t fine antiques, but they were solid. We painted them white and changed the hardware to make them look more modern, and they were gorgeous...”</span></span></div>
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Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-37252569603830581792015-01-26T16:12:00.000-05:002015-01-26T16:12:01.854-05:00The Weekend in Review: IDS 2015 & Other Stuff<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This was meant to be an easy weekend, but the unlisted tasks (4 loads of laundry) and the impulse tasks (rearranging decor accessories) had me up past midnight late Sunday. Regardless, all was accomplished and I'm ready for a new week.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1) <strike>Empire Auction preview (starts at 10 am Saturday)</strike>. <span style="color: #a64d79;"><b>Done.</b></span><br />
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2)<strike> IDS <a href="http://www.interiordesignshow.com/event/globe-style-saturday/">Globe Style Saturday</a> (Jonathan Adler @12, Alexa Hampton @2, Thom Filicia @4)</strike>. <span style="color: #a64d79;"><b>Attended!</b></span><br />
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3) <strike>Paint final coat of Aspen Valley green on both doors in front hall</strike>. <b><span style="color: #a64d79;">Done. Thank goodness!</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">4) <strike>Go through three years of <i>House Beautiful</i> magazines and tear out inspirational pages, recycle the leftovers</strike>. <span style="color: #a64d79;"><b>Done.</b></span><br />
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5) <strike>Catch E! "Live from the Red Carpet: The 2015 SAG Awards"</strike>. <span style="color: #a64d79;"><b>Done & blogged.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">Saturday afternoon was spent at IDS where I was able to enjoy all of the <a href="http://www.interiordesignshow.com/event/globe-style-saturday/">Globe Style Saturday</a> presentations by <a href="http://www.jonathanadler.com/">Jonathan Adler</a>, <a href="http://www.markhampton.com/">Alexa Hampton</a> & <a href="http://www.thomfilicia.com/">Thom Filicia</a>. In fact, thanks to my media pass, I was able to personally meet and briefly chat with all three of these talented designers in the VIP lounge. Such a thrill!!☺</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">Jonathan Adler advises each of us to enjoy "rules free living" and to "embrace vulgarity" by adding gold accents to our decor. </span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">Alexa Hampton shared a lot of great tips. I love the "Sharpie method" she employs to envision a new design by drawing on a photo of the existing space with marker.</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">Thom Filicia passes on a piece of advice he was given by the late great <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Hadley">Albert Hadley<span style="color: black;">:</span></a> "Always have an element of surprise in your design."</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">In other weekend news, I stopped in at Empire Auctions Saturday morning for the preview, but that was a strike out - no classic marble top commodes this month. On the bright side, this gives me at least another month to save up for the splurge. I also finished the final coat of <i>Aspen Valley</i> on both doors in the front hall and added gold highlight to the trim. Later this week I'll be able to put the doorknobs back on - yay!! Lastly, I got through several stacks of decor magazines, tearing out tons of inspirational spaces. I guess I know what I'll be working on next weekend...lots of trimming & organizing to do:</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> I managed to come in as high bidder on the brass & marble coffee table and two fabulous sets of sconces. The set on the left will go to my good friend Tim, and I'll keep the set on the top right. Please <i>do not ask</i> my where any of this is going. I'll figure it out. Eventually.</span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7175518227741521761.post-65543262561225680892015-01-21T16:30:00.000-05:002015-01-21T16:30:00.880-05:00French Antique Auction<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">By the time you read this, I'll be fidgeting nervously at the auction house, fist tightly clenched around my paddle as maximum bids roll through my head. In early January my friend Jasmine alerted me to <a href="http://www.frenchantiqueauction.ca/">this auction</a>, and I've dreaming about nabbing a few pieces ever since. French Antique Auction? Yes, please!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I sifted through the preview images and narrowed my choices down to these ten exquisite pieces. If nothing else, I <i>need</i> that marble topped dresser (I've always been outbid at past auctions). If I come home with more than that, I may have to move again. But c'mon, I know I can find a spot for those sconces...and that statue...and that mirror...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><span style="color: black;">Hopefully I'll get through the pile of <i>House Beautiful</i> magazines tonight (list item #6) because the rest of this week is going to be busy. I've got a fun event happening Wednesday evening (watch for Wednesday's post), Thursday morning will be an early start for the <a href="http://www.interiordesignshow.com/"><i>Interior Design Show</i></a> breakfast and Thursday evening I'm going to check out <a href="http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/"><i>Indigo</i></a>'s Spring & Summer preview. Speaking of <i>IDS</i>, it's happening this weekend, January 24th & 25th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Will I see you there?</span></span></span>Pam @ Cherish Torontohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04652502479922376413noreply@blogger.com2