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In today's current real estate market, buyers expect properties that fulfill all of their needs and wants for outdoor living. Millennial buyers often have pets, so a yard is important. Outdoor living with tvs and eating areas is a trend that became popular during the social distancing phase of 2020 and now entertaining space is at the top of most buyers...

After shopping and sourcing at Mississippi estate sales for 20 years now, one of my favorite interior design styles is what is called Grand Millennial. This decor trend is inspired by traditional design and has a nostalgic feel.    There are many benefits of shopping my collections versus shopping big box stores. Your space will look like you hired a...

The new collection from Annie Selke is a collaboration with Kit Kemp, the founder and creative director of Firmdale Hotels. The colorful collection of rugs, bedding, and more is inspired by Kit's favorite destinations-New York, London, and Barbados. I recently watched a webinar where Dennis Scully of the Business of Home interviewed Annie and Kit. The ladies described their collaboration...

Meeting Ashley Whittaker at a book signing for her coffee table book "The Well-Loved House" was a dream come true for me! Ashley first was on my radar after she was featured in Domino Magazine back in April 2007. I had gone on an interview for a job at Domino (I sadly didn't get the job) and would devour every...

I have always been curious about what is next in the worlds of fashion and interiors. Trends are a fun way to provide little updates to our homes and help to inspire the way we think. I listened to a Chairish webinar earlier this fall and am so excited for what they see coming next.  The first trend is the...

The main ethos behind my brand Mississippi Maximalism is being inspired by the homes and closets of the estate sales and charity shops in my home state of Mississippi. When I would sell at markets and events in other states, people were often surprised to find out I was from Mississippi. I guess they mistakenly thought we live simple farmhouse...

I recently came across a chair at my local Salvation Army thrift store and purchased for $3.50. My mother did some repairs and we recovered it in 1970s suiting fabric from a Tupelo, Mississippi factory. When deciding what to price it at, I did some research and discovered designer James Mont. James Mont was born in Istanbul and emigrated to...

I have two kinds of clients that I work with decorating interiors-the first is home staging to sell their house and the second is clients wanting to create their dream space in their home. This article is for clients that are redesigning to stay in your current home. If you are looking for help staging to sell, check out this blog...