Emily A. Clark

design. simplified.

FOUND: An Affordable Lighting Brand

Sep262019

When I was looking for new lamps for the twins’ room, I noticed I kept coming across one brand with consistently good prices for the size and designer look (aka “more bang for your buck”). I ordered these fun blue and white ones and have been really happy with the quality. Jonathan Y is sold across several sites–Walmart, Overstock, The Home Depot, Amazon, etc. Besides lamps, I also found some pretty impressive sconces and overhead lighting options. Here are a few of the best I found from the brand:

 

Let me know if you’ve come across any great design finds lately that I should share.

See more lighting finds in my Amazon store.

 

Styling Simplified: Vintage Chic

Sep202019

This post is sponsored by Walmart.

I’m back with another installment of my Styling Simplified series, venturing away from my norm this time with “vintage chic” accessories. This style isn’t to be confused with shabby chic. While it brings antique (or antique-inspired) pieces into play, they’re mixed with modern, sleek accessories to give your space a pulled-together look. It’s really about mixing old and new, curves with straight lines, matte finishes with sleek and shiny. Real-life examples might include a traditional wood pedestal table paired with modern ghost chairs or a French-inspired settee paired with a sleek brass chandelier.

So here’s the fun part: everything featured on this board was found on Walmart.com, even the oversized floral painting and vintage-inspired rug that will have people asking if you’ve been scouring the flea market. It could all be easily mixed with family heirlooms or pieces you may already own. Walmart.com makes it easy to find what you’re looking for with everyday low prices (that brass chandelier is a steal at $69!) and by grouping home decor into different style categories. (As always, there’s free 2-day shipping on orders over $35 and free returns on most items.)

Have you done “vintage chic” in your home? I’d love to hear your ideas.

See all of my Styling Simplified posts here.

 

Fast Favorites: Fall Pillows Under $30

Sep112019

Thinking a few weeks ahead here, but a change (or addition) of pillows is one of the easiest ways to subtly bring Fall into your home. Think rich velvets, animal prints, tassels, and soft details. I’m sharing several “Fast Favorites” that are textural, cozy and all under $30. (I tried to find pillows that were at least 20″ or bigger because scale matters.)

Fall-pillows-under-$30

 

See more of my Fast Favorites here.