Haus of Hinton: April 2012

Monday, 30 April 2012

Final Countdown...

Whose ready for some amazing jewellery to enter into their lives??

www.hausofhinton.com in 1 hour.

xx A

Exciting Times

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Do you know why??

Because my online store opens TOMORROW!!

I can't believe it's finally here! It was only the end of January that I decided to go full force ahead and make this dream of mine a reality. And in just over 3 months, it is a reality.

I am THRILLED!

Please make sure to check it out tomorrow, I would love any feedback that I can get.

{Compliments, complaints, comments, questions... they are ALL welcome!}

Now I'm of to finish proof reading the website and adding the final touches!

Happy Monday!

xx A

Friday, 27 April 2012

Pumped Up Kicks

Hello All... guess what? It's FRIDAY!

And guess what... My online store opens in 4 days!!

FOUR DAYS!

Very exciting times...

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My 'muse' for winter chic without hurting feet

So I have a fashion question for you all today, because I am torn. I have seen these 'wedge sneakers' everywhere and I have to admit, I'm kind of a fan. In fact, I think they are pretty fabulous. But, I certainly don't want them to turn into a fashion faux pas in a year or so. I'm determined they are the perfect shoe for scouring the city of Sydney for the perfect piece, which I do every time I go. And although I thoroughly enjoy it, I end up not being able to walk by the end of the day. So I thought these were a good option because even though they aren't heels per say,

they have a chic edge to them that I'm kind of in love with.

What do you think?

Is it a huge mistake or should I go for it?

Ash Bowie Sand Trainers
available here

Ash Cool Suede Strapped Wedge Sneakers
{sold out}
from ASOS

ASOS DENY Wedge High Top Trainers
available here

Ash Suede & Canvas sneakers
available here

Isabel Marant High-top Sneakers
Suede Navy & Beige
available here

Actually, after exploring it further, I'm definitely obsessed. But sometimes 'edgy' things just look ridiculous on me. I love them, but I feel like it doesn't look right on me, ya know?

I'd love to hear your thoughts... My feel are dying for a comfy stylish shoe!

Hope you all have a fabulous Friday...

xx A

Thursday, 26 April 2012

Designer Spotlight: Darryl Carter

So I was a little naughty yesterday and didn't do my post... I am so sorry. However, what I did do was continue the cleansing process though out our house. I have two large bags full of clothing to get rid of {hello justification for winter shopping...}
AND, we even dumped our couch!

Ohh HAPPY DAYS!

I thought, while I am on my cleansing kick, I would focus this week on one of my long time {and all time} favourites, Darryl Carter. I absolutely adore his style, and couldn't think of anyone better than Mr Carter himself when I think of clean, fresh design. What I love the most about his work is his ability to fill a room with antiques, yet still enable it to have a modern feel.
In my eyes, he's absolutely brilliant.

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I love the feeling of this room. Its so clean and well edited,
but feels comfortable and homey as well.

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I absolutely love layering hides over rugs, and this is a perfect example.
The proportion of the furniture is spot on, and that armoire up against
the back wall is to die for.

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Another fabulous example of how animal prints work in rooms.
This room feels so natural, but also like its been here forever.

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I would never think to put two beds in a room like this, but it really works.
Again, the natural materials used in the room are just
breathtaking.

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From one dog lover to another... need I say more?
He emphasises using art that means something to you, such as photos of your children,
family, or dog. He scours through flea markets searching for, among others, simple plaster frames.

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Words really cannot describe my love for this photo. Every element is doing it for me,
but that armoire in the corner is JUST amazing. The layering of neutral tones is
flawless. It feels like a retreat from the craziness that is life.

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I know some of these images are old, but I find them so timeless. What I admire so much about his work is that he has developed a signature look, something that is quite hard to do in interior design.
He mixes old with the new, antique with the modern, subtle with the bold in a flawless concoction that has become the new traditional.

Darryl Carter's The New Traditional
available here

If you don't have his book already, I suggest you buy it.
It will change your life!

Hope you all have a lovely Thursday....

xx A

Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Simple Grey & White

Do you ever think about getting rid of all the clutter in your house and starting over?
I do, all the time.
Sometimes I want to clear the bookshelves,
throw away all the 'throws',
cushions, and 'clutter', and start over.
It's not always the most practical thing to do

{I have been known to be impractical every once in a while}

but sometimes it just feels good.
Like a good cleanse.

One palate I think of when I think of simple & clean is
grey and white.

It's neutral {which I love} and feels natural and fresh, not only in

interiors, but clothing and accessories as well.

Here are some of my favorite looks...

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I love collections. Whatever it is, display it well and make it feel purposeful.
I adore the wall of ginger jars, planters, and ceramic vases.

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No more clutter! Simple, calming, clean, and fresh.

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Although this has the blue tone in it, I still think of this as a really neutral, simple, but elegant way to do a bedroom.
And how fabulous is the little table in between the beds?

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Sometimes simple can be the most elegant way to decorate your house.
This of it as a staple accessory, like a black cocktail dress.

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Because we are going into winter here in Australia,
I am ALL ABOUT warm comfy bedding.
We just bought a fur blanket similar to the one above,
and we are ALL obsessed with it
{that includes the dogs!}