You thought we forgot, didn't you? Last year, we got a jump start on the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and shared our favorites even before the sale was live to the general public. OK, so yes, we are a little behind the 8 ball this year, but technically, the sale starts tomorrow, and there are still plenty of amazing things to make your COVID Summer a little brighter and happier. You'll notice it IS a COVID friendly selection; no high heels, no binding clothes, nothing too "fancy". We know most of us are still staying somewhat close to home but I mean, those sneakers you've been wearing ARE wearing out and how cute would your summer charcuterie dinner be on this adorable pineapple cutting board? 

1. Dash & Ash Pineapple Cutting Board Worthy of a display space on your kitchen counter.
​2. Voluspa Pink Citron 2 Wick Candle Spicy and sweet, it's the fragrance of summer.
3.Eileen Fisher Lace Espadrille A step up from sneakers but just as comfy. Assorted colors. 
4. Colors of Morocco Art Print We can all use a virtual vacay!
​5. Work Hard Graphic Tee Words to live by. Today and every day. Captain Casual would be all in. 
6. Textured Dot Duvet Cover A bedding refresh does wonders for lifting your spirits. 
7. Tulip 139 Perforated Sneaker From Ilse Jacobsen, these are Shauna's latest go-to sneaks. 
​8. Madewell Fringe Hoop Earrings Glam up that white T you find yourself wearing at least once a week. 
9. FRAME Les Second Mini Crossbody Bag The perfect size for all your essentials in an easy to carry crossbody. 
So, the details: 
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale runs Aug 19-30 in store and online. New merch added daily so be sure to shop often. 
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Big sales going on this week at online retailers are coming at just the right time since, you know, we should be staying close to home. All Modern is a Wayfair brand that specializes in Scandinavian, Modern, Minimalist, Industrial, and Farmhouse styles, and one of our "go-to" places to find amazing pieces that fit any budget. Plus all of the furniture ships FREE (most in just 2 days) so buy today and by the weekend you can have a whole new room. Seriously, you are not going to believe some of these deals. 

And as if these prices weren't amazing enough, save an additional 15% with code GOFORIT. Shop more of the sale here, and don't wait! Take that vacay budget and spend it on a home refresh. It'll feel like a brand new place! 

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We are officially back in the swing of things here at SGD. One nice thing that came out of the Covid Quarantine was a surge of Virtual Clients. I suppose all those hours of staring at the same rooms in your home and coming to the realization that you really hate that sofa inspired people to do something about it. In addition, we've ramped back up on current projects, are planning some photo shoots, and have some exciting new projects to share with you in the coming weeks. 
And as much as we love Wayfair, West Elm and the like, we also think it is important to support smaller home furnishings brands. So, the down time has also given us the chance to find new shopping resources and we are excited to share some of those with you in this post. 

THE INSIDE

Custom upholstery can be crazy expensive. With their range of over 120 fabrics including designer collaborations with Scalamandre and Peter Som, The Inside makes custom upholstery affordable. Their zero-inventory supply chain and water based digital printing make their process eco-friendly as well. AND delivery times are in a matter of weeks, not months. So, now that chair you love can be a one-of-a-kind treasure that you can say you designed. 

​JAYSON HOME

The first thing we fell in love with about Jayson Home is their amazing assortment of vintage furniture and accessories. Up until now, our "go-to" for vintage home decor has been Chairish, so it's nice that there's another game in town to have as a resource. What started as a retail store in Chicago over 20 years ago has grown to a significant online business yet with the customer service standard you expect from a local retailer. If there was ever a reason to road trip to Chicago, this would be one of them. 

AMARA

With brands like Jonathan Adler, Seletti, Orla Kiely, and Missoni Home, Amara showcases the best of luxury home brands. We also saw pieces carried by our friends at Scout Design in Dallas (go buy from them though), so when you are looking for a special gift or an amazing show-stopper, this is the place to go. Their private label brand, A by Amara offers curated collections twice a year in addition to the Essentials Collection with elegant basics for every home. Based in the UK, but shipping to the US is free with orders over $175. 
Find links to these retailers and more of our favorite places to shop on our Resources page. 

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These are crazy times, my friends. I know all of us that are small business owners are feeling the pain of social distancing maybe more than others but we can still support one another! Our reading audience is from all over the world  but the biggest concentration is here in the DFW metroplex. There are some amazing local businesses you can still support online, and local restaurants that are offering curbside and carry out options. Then we have other friends and followers that are out of town and doing the daily grind, living their dream and trying to make it through this nightmare. To all of you we say, "Hang in there, chin up, this is a detour, not a roadblock". 
This is just a small sample of our friends and followers who we are supporting with some encouragement and promotion. If you have a small business and would like us to help promote you, please comment on this post. Or, if there is a restaurant in your area that you want to help, do the same. It takes a village, my friends. Stay healthy.

DFW Restaurants
Clay Pigeon--Curbside carryout, 3 course menu for $45. Call 817-882-8065 to order
Righteous Foods--Online ordering and curbside delivery
Piatello--Take and bake lasagna delivered curbside
Local Foods Kitchen--Curbside carryout, 4 course family dinners
Meyer & Sage--Weekly chef menu for carryout
The Tavern--Family style menus to go
The Lounge Here--Food, wine and beer to go
Ellerbe's--Family style meals delivered curbside
Hurley House--Online ordering and drive through delivery
Feastivities--Free delivery withing 5 miles or curbside pickup

Shopping
Nature Print Paper--Great project for kids at home!
Cuss A Little--Sassy gifts with quotes that speak to us
Holly K. Whitney--Pins, journals, magnets, everything an office supply junkie needs
Jana's Creative Place--Hand-painted cards and art, remember Mother's Day is coming!
​Suck It Jerky & Pickles--Already intrigued by the pickled cauliflower
Move Athleisure--Because what else will we be wearing for the next 2 weeks?
A Friendly Arrangement--Faux florals you'd swear are real.
Paparazzi Accessories--Y'all everything is $5!
Lakeshore Creations--Handmade vintage inspired jewelry
Safomasi--Textiles and furnishings with global inspiration

Personal Care
Neora Skin Care
​LadyBox
​We will continue to update this post as we get more from all of you on your favorite local and small businesses. Thanks to everyone who sent us your info.
AND, if you are sitting around your home thinking it could use a little refresh, we are still doing E-design consultations. Contact us for our current specials and more information!
XO
Shauna

Hands down, the number one question we get when posting a reveal photo is "where is that rug from?" Hands. Down. Now, because of Shauna's love of rugs you might think that we tend to splurge on rugs we buy for clients. And in some cases, we do. These clients are looking for one-of-a-kind pieces and willing to invest in the purchase and care of high end rugs. BUT, 90% of the time, clients want rugs that look good, are easy to care for, can hide a spill of red wine, and can be upgraded or switch out after a few years without the guilt of replacing something that cost a fortune. 
Obviously, the cost of a rug is going to vary by size, but we've found that there are a heck of a lot of great rugs out there for very reasonable prices. If you are looking for a quick and easy refresh of a room, spending $500 on new rugs and pillows can seriously work wonders. Check out our favorites and get that room refreshed for spring! 

Edesso Tribal Medallion Rug in Orange from RugsUSA.   8x10  $298

Multi Coral Vibrant Rug from RugsUSA.  8x10  $148

Celestial Pink Rug from RugsUSA.  5x7  $238

Multi Striped Chevron Rug from RugsUSA.  8x10  $290

Monaco Distressed Boho Rug from Overstock.   8x10  $198

Orchid Pole Medallion Rug from Houzz.  8x11  $164

Delhi Hand Tufted Rug from Houzz.  5x8  $295
Shop more of our favorite rugs here as well as pillows, lighting, bedding, furniture and more. Be sure to bookmark that page to get all the latest updates on new products. 

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As much as we shop major retailers, we are always on the hunt for cute, locally owed small businesses. When Ida Mae Home approached us about partnering with them we took one look at their quirky, fun kids bedding and felt like anyone who put lemurs on a kids quilt was someone who was speaking our language. And while our initial plan of a kids room makeover didn't pan out, we still found some adorable bedding and pillows to give a guest room a nice refresh. Nellie obviously approves and who are we to argue. 

In addition to bedding, pillows and throws, Ida Mae Home has the cutest jewelry, bags, gifts, kitchen accessories, candles....you see where I'm going. 

You just have to see it all for yourself. AND you can join Shauna there this Saturday, November 16 from 11-12:30 for a Sip & Shop Event. See more of our favorite goodies and get all your holiday shopping done in one place. For more info, check out their Facebook page. ​

With the cool weather finally blowing in to the Metroplex, we are having a moment with fall bedding. Duvets and quilts in rich colors and yummy fabrics like flannel and velvet. Plush and faux fur blankets and throws that make it even harder to get up from the couch or your bed and turn off the most recent Netflix binge. 
Recently we shared with you Shauna's guest room update with bedding from Serena & Lily and another recent guest room project on Instagram stories featured a gorgeous quilt from Anthropologie. So, if you are in the market for some cozy layers, rich colors and a surprise or two, grab a mug of cocoa and check out our favorite fall bedding picks. 

Velvet
Velvet is definitely not going anywhere, and we are so OK with that. From pillows to quilts and duvet covers, velvet is the affordable luxury that everyone needs. These are all available in multiple colors, so you have no excuse, really. 
1. Belgian Flax Linen and Cotton Velvet Duvet Cover--West Elm
2. Crinkle Velvet Duvet Cover and Shams--West Elm
3. Velvet Tufted Quilt and Shams--Pottery Barn 
4. Layne Velvet Quilt--Anthropologie

Prints
Used to be that florals were reserved for spring. Not so much anymore. Both in fashion and in home decor, fall florals in rich colors make a bold statement in your bedding. Add in some texture like embroidery or fringe and our boho selves are in heaven. In an interesting twist, as we usually stick to white sheets all year round, these floral sheets have us giddy with the prospect of an afternoon nap.
​1. Helena Embroidered Duvet Cover and Shams--Pottery Barn
2. Meguro Duvet Cover and Shams--Anthropologie
3. Myla Floral Sheet Set--Urban Outfitters

Blankets & Throws
We debate between the importance of warmth over softness when it comes to blankets and throws. While wool might be the warmest, there's just something about that faux fur that we can't give up. With blankets, layer on top of sheets but under quilt or duvet for maximum insulated warmth. Throws are vital too, so have a basket of them in the family room as well as on the end of the bed for naps and that Netflix binge we mentioned earlier. 
1. Wendover Wool Striped Blanket--CB2
​2. Sophie Faux Fur Blanket--Anthropologie
3. Overlook Throw--CB2
​4. Bright Stripe Throw--Anthropologie

Shop more of our favorite bedding here. 

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​If you've yet to venture to turn the page on the calendar, let me be the first to tell you that Thanksgiving is less than 6 weeks away. And if you are the lucky one who has "volunteered" to host the big dinner this year, congratulations! Maybe the bonus part of that position is that you can justify a new dining table that can accommodate the growing fam. We are big fans of the contemporary style of Arhaus; modern but classic enough that your dining room won't look dated in 10 years. Right now during their Dining Event, you can get up to 50% off of dining chairs with the purchase of a dining table. We are especially in love with the Recycled Metal Table with Lyon Base. I mean, this copper table top is AH-MAZE-ING! The recycled copper top that is hand hammered over 3500 times and held over an open flame to get just the right texture and patina. So good! Add the classic Gage Dining Chair or Jagger Dining Arm Chair (or both! We love to mix and match!) and your dining room just got legit.

Need a swanky bar cabinet to complete the look? Go with the Raja with its fish scale bone inlay and storage for 10 wine bottles and 12 glasses.

They have some great tabletop collections too in case your dinnerware, glasses, flatware, etc needs some sprucing up, and it’s all 20% off. Check out our favorites below, and don’t forget candleholders, vases, greenery and the like to make your Thanksgiving table complete. Sale ends on 10/31. ​

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Friends and Family Events are like top of our list of favorite things. And when it is a Friends & Family Event for one of our favorite retailers, that's even more exciting. Serena & Lily is known for their breezy, easy California coastal style and we can always find room for that in our designs. We've picked some of our favorite pieces for your home and for gifts. It's not too early to shop for Christmas, you just may as well buy one for yourself too because by December, you won't want to give it away. 

The Friends and Family Event runs through October 14. Get 20% off almost everything with code BEOURGUEST. 

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Target is celebrating 20 years of designer collaborations by bringing back some of the most favorite pieces from previous collections. Encompassing both home and fashion, these collabs with names such as Missoni, Marimekko and Michael Graves bring high end style at affordable prices. The collections launch in store and at Target.com on September 14 but we have a sneak peek at some of our favorites. 

Michael Graves

The innovative Spinning Whistle Tea Kettle led the way in inspiring the balance of form and function. As said by designer Bobby Berk, "It....reminds you to have a cup and slow down." 

Missoni

The iconic zig-zag pattern in bold colors speaks to us like few designs do. It was one of the most successful Target collabs and we can't wait to get our hands on these!
1. Stacking Espresso Set
​2. Stacking Stoneware Bowls
3. Long Sleeve V Neck Cardigan
4. Zig Zag Silk Scarf

​Marimekko

Inspired by summers in Finland, which are so short, you have to make the most of them, the Marimekko and Target collab features bold, happy prints with a nod to nature. 
1. Melamine Salad Plates
2. Melamine Dinner Plates
​3. Reversible Cotton Table Runner
​4. Melamine Tray

Lilly Pulitzer

These "pieces of paradise" feature bright colors, joyful prints and whimsical details that celebrate the Palm Beach life. "Style isn't just about what you wear, it's about how you live." --Lilly Pulitzer
1. Cocktail Glass Set
2. Porcelain Bowl Set
​3. Print Cotton Napkin Set
​4. Giraffe Bottle Opener

Check out all the design collabs here and be sure to "heart" your favorites for a quick and easy purchase on Sept 14. These definitely won't last long! 

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