This was one of the most rewarding styling projects I’ve done back in Portugal: a home christmas styling. My clients, who I didn’t know before this project, booked an appointment with me Friday late. The brief was simply “we want a happy red and silver Christmas”.
Saturday I bought a few things; Sunday I worked on the concept, painted a few things in silver and red and finished my shopping; and Monday styled the hall and the living room. Everything in 3 days. Freedom to do what I wanted was, indeed key for success.
They had no idea what I had in mind. Simply knew that I was sticking things on the wall, as I called to get permission. Total surprise when they got back home that Monday evening.
I knew they would love it or hate it. A challenge I had in hands. As soon as they got in, a smile in their faces couldn’t be hidden. And when they got to see the polka dots wall… I felt the most happy and lucky woman on earth. No one could hide their smiles.
It was a success to everyone involved. Later, they told me xmas decoration was an excuse to invite friends over for dinner for the whole December and that everyone loved it.
I must say I was, and still am, very proud of this project. Every opportunity I have I talk about it, like today.
Thank you Dina and Nuno Costa. It was a pleasure to design for your family.
The wood silver xmas trees were designed and painted by me. My local carpenter made them.
Materials:Feathers. Tulle. Paper. Organza. Silk. Spray painting . Vinyl stickers. Wood. Wire. Christmas deco.
I wish everyone a happy xmas preparation.
I’m available to style flats, shops and offices for xmas celebrations. Contact me if you’re interested.
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5 comments:
You're right Christmas is just around the corner and a great time to post about Christmas decorations. You're lovely work has inspired me to get creative with my Christmas decorations.
thank You
Nick
www.nickgregan.com
That tree is completely awesome! And the way the red polka dots are strategically placed throughout! I need a more creative tree this year. . .
Eliana, Thanks for this post! I completely spaced out that Christmas is only 6 weeks away! I feel so inspired by your photos, you did a beautiful job styling this home. It's colorful, fun and very elegant. My son is browsing your blog with me and saw the photos and wants me to incorporate dots into our decorations I love the tulle and feathers as well. I will have to start getting ready this weekend and make a plan. Thanks for the heads up!
you're so right. there's so much movement in here. love the simplicity yet quite chic.
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love the contemporary approach to christmas! I espeacially love the image of the cupboard with the red paper (i think paper). Its nice that you have in a way re-designed xmas!
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