Happy Sunday everyone. First and foremost, the LA team got to meet our newest team member, Marlee, who you’ll hear from down below. We are so happy to have her and she’s already been an incredible addition! Did you see this post that was her pitch? Otherwise, shoots, reveals, and exciting new content are all headed your way so get ready:) Until then let’s get to these links…
This week’s house tour is the Italian/Milan-inspired Brooklyn Brownstone of Paloma Elsesser and designed by Gregory Rockwell and Hester Hodde, of Gregory Rockwell Interiors. It’s so dreamy yet livable and the lighting and art are stunning! Be sure to watch the video too:)
From Emily: We finished my best friend’s living and dining room this week and styled it mostly from affordable places we love per usual. One standout piece: this vase by Studio McGee looks so pretty (I love the shape with the flat top) and even better it’s very very easy to style flowers in it (wide body, narrow mouth). 10/10.
From Marlee: Hi all! I just wrapped up my second week on the job and feeling so good! I joined the team up here in Portland as a social media associate, which means I’ll be hanging around on projects and shoots capturing content for all things EHD. Already having so much fun and so happy to be here!
One thing to know about me is that I’m a major sucker for nostalgia – so when they added LOST back onto Netflix earlier this year I was all in. I just finished the series finale a few nights ago after many many months of binging and I can confidently say that YES the show holds up. The writing, the characters, the outfits, the cliffhangers, the romantic tension… they really don’t make TV like it anymore and I’m devastated that it’s over. Everyone says the last seasons are too weird but don’t let that stop you from watching – if you go in with an open mind it’s so worth it. 10/10!
From Caitlin: Are you tired of your closet? Do you feel like you’ve fallen out of love with your wardrobe? Are you struggling to pull together fresh outfits that make you feel great? BECAUSE I WAS, TOO. 30% of my problem was solved by a massive purge (like, a “donated half my closet” type of purge); 20% was fixed by a renewed commitment to sturdy, keep-forever basics that are easier for me to mix-and-match. But 50% of my fashion conundrum was solved by Indyx, my new favorite app! Do you remember that scene in Clueless where Cher’s closet magically helps her assemble the perfect school outfit? Indyx is the REAL WORLD version of that. I upload photos of my pieces (Indyx automatically removes the background) and then I can play around with new combinations – it’s so helpful! I can save my favorite outfits; I can plan out everything I’m going to wear in a month; I can even track the cost per wear of each piece I own – it ROCKS. I feel like I’m rediscovering my own closet! Emphatically recommend.
Also From Caitlin: PSA – our favorite Anthropologie pant now comes IN JUMPSUIT FORM and it is GOOD. (Like, “everyone you know – including several members of your local Walgreens staff – will pull you aside and tell you that you look snatched,” good.) I grabbed it as part of my Nuuly shipment – highly recommend reading their sizing reviews, as there’s not a ton of ratings on the actual Anthro site yet! – and I have a feeling that this one is going to be sticking around in my closet when I send the rest of my order back. I sized up from a 12 to a 14 and it fit PERFECTLY, even with my long torso. I wore it with a white mock neck and Sambas, but I’m excited to dress it up with some boots! Long live the jumpsuit.
From Arlyn: One of my most useful gifts from Christmas so far have been these Bose sound-cancelling headphones. In the 3 weeks I’ve had them, I’ve found myself using them almost daily, and that’s from someone who hasn’t been able to find their Airpods or earbuds in weeks. Like, I really just don’t use headphones that much, but my goodness have these been helpful especially when working in places that aren’t my home and needed quiet, even in the middle of the living room when everyone around me is talking or watching TV. I also loved them on the plane because the inside of my ear gets super achey with traditional buds after about 30 minutes or so. During moments of overstimulation, I loved going into my room, putting on my headphones in quiet mode (there’s always an aware mode so you can hear what’s going on around you when you need), playing soothing sounds, and resting. It was so revitalizing. They’re pricey but so far, VERY worth the expense.
From Mallory: I’ve only ever had one or two things from Vuori and they were both super soft and comfy but when I got these as a Christmas gift they quickly became the MOST comfortable pants I own (and it shows bc I’ve been living in them for the last few weeks). Plus they’re on sale for $49 so snag them now before they sell out!!
From Jess: Understandably, air purifiers are a top-priority purchase for Angelenos right now. So with a little research, I decided to get a Blueair purifier since it’s highly rated and has a HEPA filter (not all purifiers do so make sure the one you get does). Friends I was staying with in Orange County for the week actually had one and gifted it to me since they are moving to London next month! Talk about grateful. I did order another one since my living room and bedroom are so separate but all I can say is that it’s completely silent and pretty quickly got rid of any smoke smell in my apartment. The great thing is that they have a bunch of different versions at different price points. This is the one I was gifted and am currently using and this is the one I bought that should get here in a week.
From Gretchen: It’s been so wonderful to have a new team member up here with us in Portland (hey, Marlee!) and this week we were “on set” together at Em’s friend’s place shooting a reveal that turned out sooo charming! On shoot days, there is inevitably a list of things I’m always reaching for. I finally put together a little set day go-bag, filling this super sturdy and durable Bogg bag full of Windex wipes, safety pins, nails, command hooks–you name it! But my holy grail combo I grab for all things bedding, curtains, and clothing shoots is this steamer and this wrinkle release spray. In a pinch, the spray works great on its own to smooth out any gentle wrinkles (also dries fairly quick and smells good, too). It’s a staple I keep in my laundry arsenal at home because I grew up with a mom who swears by it. But to ensure things stay extra wrinkle-free for shoots, I like to double up. We recently upgraded our steamer for one that heats up FAST, has a nice, powerful steam stream, and gets the job done quickly. My only complaint is the steam on/off button is located where you tend to grip it, but it turns back on so easily it doesn’t really matter if you accidentally press it. You just click it again and it starts back up immediately. I do appreciate that it’s easier to “pause” it this way if you need to set it down and work on something else, then with one quick push of the button, it’s literally full steam ahead once again.
Great news! Arlyn is working on a fun post that you could personally benefit from. Here are the details:
Have a piece of furniture in your home that you know isn’t quite right (whether because of style, size or wear & tear) but not sure what to do about it? Snap a photo of the problem child and send it to us to possibly be included in an upcoming article. Be sure to send bright, clean photos (smartphone snaps are okay!) as well as some sentences on what you’re struggling with, what dimensions we’re working with and possibly what budget you have to replace it. We’ll put our EHD minds together to help you figure out how best to love it (a.k.a. a make-it-work moment) or recommendations on what to replace it with. Email arlyn@emilyhendersondesign.com by Monday, January 20.
Thank you to anyone and everyone who has in any way helped or donated to those affected by the life-shattering fires in Los Angeles. The healing and rebuilding is going to be a long journey. In case any of you have wanted to help but didn’t know a good way to here is an organization that identifies families who were already struggling before the disaster struck and puts money directly into their hands which is ultimately the best way to help. Jess was talking to a woman who lost her home and she said that as kind as all of the physical donations like clothes are, they don’t have anywhere to put or store them. So having money to buy basic essentials like underwear right now and then to have money for when housing is secured is really the most effective way to help.
Thanks for spending time with us today and again, welcome Marlee!
Opening Image Credits: Photo by Kaitlin Green | From: The Expertly-Planned River House Primary Closet Reveal
