THRIFTY THURSDAY - AFFORDABLE WINDOW TREATMENTS...

Window treatments can make (or break) a room. Without them, a space can feel bare or unfinished.  They can surely make a statement or be a feature in a space.  Thankfully with the internet, there are so many stylish and, more importantly, affordable window treatment options for any style space. Many retailers and big box stores sell curtains and have an even larger selection and range of lengths on their website.

Here are my Top 5 Online Resources for Window Treatments and some of my favorite options:

Ikat Key - $39/panel

Scribble - $39/panel

Zigzag - $39/panel

Dot Lattice Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Banded Faux Silk - $30/panel

Fretwork Linen & Embroidery - $25/panel

Jacquard Plume in Peacock - $45/panel

Geometric Grommet in Black Flocked - $50/panel

Blythe Colorblock in Sage Linen - $45/panel

Draped Shade - $39

Electric Chevron - $49/panel

Scallop Scale - $29/panel

Channel Sheers - $45/panel 

Vienna Faux Dupioni Silk - $90/panel

Geo - $35/panel

So let's update those windows with some new style, just in time for the holidays. In the meantime, happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

TOAST TO THE BAR CART...

Lots of people are staying in for New Year's Eve and entertaining from home. In doing so, you'll need the essentials for entertaining is style such as elegant glassware and serving pieces. One such necessity to house these wares is the BAR CART. Everything old is new again and the same goes for this retro favorite. This staple of mid century home decor has made a big resurgence in the past few years. 

Vintage 70s Lucite Cart by Charles Hollis Jones

Vintage 70s Lucite Bar Cart from 1st Dibs

Lucite bar cart ready for entertaining

Since we are in the height of the holiday entertaining season, now is the perfect time to find a bar cart that's right for your space. The price points are as varied as the styles: 

Target - $130

Target - $132

Z Gallerie - $260

Ballard Designs - $349

West Elm - $399

Horchow - $795

Worlds Away - $947

Worlds Away - $965

Worlds Away - $995

Williams Sonoma - $1,450

Roost - $1309

Worlds Away - $1715

Restoration Hardware - $1,895

John Richard - $3,885

Luckily they are not only limited to housing cocktail paraphernalia. They are great to use as an end table, in an entry way, an office and even as a sofa table. So raise your glass to this new old favorite. 

Happy trend spotting...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

THE LOW DOWN: THE TARGET-NEIMAN MARCUS COLLABO...

Remember when the FLOTUS Michelle Obama made headlines by "making a Target run" a few years ago. I was uber-excited because I had something else in common with the "friend in my head" - our love for Tar-shay!!  

So finally, the Target-Neiman Marcus collabo that I mentioned here back in September began this past Saturday, December 1st. Although my weary bones couldn't make the grand launch, my daughter was at the store at  our local Target store at 8:00am. 

The 24 designers featured in this legendary partnership are such luminaries are offering 50 gorgeous gifts from apparel such as blouses, scarves and handbags to housewares such cocktail and serving items to recreational items such as bikes and yoga mats.

Here's what Courtney scored:

Brian Atwood Leather Gloves - $49.99

Tracey Reese Sequined Blouse - $79.99

Some of my favs are:

Altuzarra Set of 4 Glasses - $49.99 & Shaker - $49.99

Alice + Olivia Bike - $499.99

Judith Lieber Compact Mirror - $59.99

Derek Lam Slippers - $49.99

DVF Yoga Mat - $49.99

Tracey Reese Dessert Plates - Set of 4 for $39.99

Rag & Bone Flask - $29.99

Altuzarra Tray - $79.99

Of course, I wonder what Mrs. Obama had her eyes on. I could totally see her rock that beautiful purple Lela Rose number. I think I might get it myself to channel my inner-First Lady.

Lela Rose Dress - $99.99

The items are available through January 5, 2013 which is also the last day for any returns, although I'm sure that won't be necessary...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

Photos courtesy of NeimanMarcus.com and Target.com.

TARGET & NEIMAN MARCUS COLLABO...

I just found out some wonderful news.  Two of my favorite retailers are teaming up for a new collaboration - TARGET AND NEIMAN MARCUS. 

Target is joining forces with Neiman Marcus to offer a limited-time-only holiday collection of products from 24 of America’s most talented designers. This collabo will allow Target "guests" (as they like to call them) the opportunity to give or receive high-quality gifts from designer labels at affordable prices. “This collaboration is unlike anything Target has done before and we are confident our guests will be thrilled with this extraordinary collection that features some of America's most preeminent designers,” said Gregg Steinhafel, CEO of Target. In the past, they have teamed up with the likes of Issac Mizrahi, Zac Posen, Missoni and Proenza Schouler, all of which I am proud to have items from these sales.

Starting Dec. 1st through Dec. 20th (or while supplies last), Target will sell more than 50 gift products, ranging in price from $7.99 to $499.99 with most under $60, from the following designers:

• Alice + Olivia                     • Altuzarra

• Band of Outsiders              • Brian Atwood

• Carolina Herrera                • Derek Lam

• Diane von Furstenberg       • Eddie Borgo

• Jason Wu                          • Judith Leiber

• Lela Rose                          • Tracy Reese

• Marchesa                          • Marc Jacobs

• Oscar de la Renta             • Philip Crangi

• Prabal Gurung                  • Proenza Schouler

• Rag & Bone                      • Robert Rodriguez

• Rodarte                           • Skaist-Taylor

• Thom Browne                  • Tory Burch


Missoni madness at Target Pop-up Store in NYC

I remember the madness surrounding the Missoni Collection that premiered last September.  I went online at 7:15AM EST to shop and the majority of the items were already sold out (the sale started at 7AM). I might have to camp outside my local Target for this one...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

Photos courtesy of NYDailyNews.com