From the personal file: THE perfect bench.

I am in Love, Love, Love, Love, Love, Love!!!

This is fantastic - and I need two.  Pronto. 

Wow.  Designed by Nate Berkus for HSN. 

Pretty Napkin Rings

I want to throw a party so I would have a reason to buy one of these sets of pretty napkin rings. Above - Nate Berkus for HSN

Sparker Shop

Nate Burkus - new stuff

If you've got plain white bedding (like the majority of us -- including myself)... why not punch it up a notch with these fun sheet sets from Nate Burkus at HSN.

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Some of my coffee table books....

I absolutely love reading my coffee table books. Many people buy them and don't even open them. But me, I read them cover to cover. I have a HUGE list of books I want to add to my small collection. I still can't believe I don't own the new book - Kelly Wearstler's 'Hue' especially since my friend, Lana Gomez did several paintings for the book. But anyway - that's another topic -- below are the books that I do have, and they are fantastic and I suggest you go out and get them your self. If you have any recommendations, please do hit me up! Ahhh - this book is brilliant. It's all based on Kelly Wearstler's previous Beverly Hills Estate, Hillcreste and its stunning. Each room is filled with layers upon layers of jewel tones and chinois. It's one of my favorites! I think its probably some of her best work.

This Chanel book is based on the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York's Chanel exhibit. The photography is beautiful.

I am such a sucker for baby animals! It's funny - I have wanted this book for years, but never really wanted to spend the money on it, and the other day I was walking around an antique mall and saw it laying in a booth for $7 -- brand new and looked like it had never been open - so I had to grab it. Ha ha!

Picturing Los Angeles is a collection of old photographs of the city. Its really cool to just flip thru.

Jonathan Adler's book is awesome. It completely makes me laugh, the commentary is hysterical and the forward by his husband, Simon Doonan is hysterical. The rooms he has created are also quite amazing. It all has a 1960's vibe to it its very cool. Very tongue-in-cheek and it really teaches you how to be not so serious with you own home decor.

My best friend, Christine gave me The Find for my birthday. Its an awesome book about antiquing and going to flea markets and how people pull it all together. It's an amazing book.

The design team making up Diamond Barrata are two characters who absolutely love whimsy and color. If you are looking for color inspiration, this book should be your first stop.

Ah.... the bible of all bibles.... the Domino book! I read and look thru this all the time. Its amazing! When moving into a space the first few things you should purchase are the necessities: extra hangers, some wine for the fridge and your Domino book. Everything else will fall into place after you have this.

This book is filled with Fashion Designers' homes and how they designed where they live. It's cool to see it.

Another great KWID book. She is pure genius.

Nate Berkus!! Why are you gay? Just kidding! He is really talented and this book really helps you figure out what your likes are and what your dislikes are. If you are struggling with design, this book will help you get into the right direction.

I interned for Gucci when Tom Ford was still designing for them. That was a very special era for Gucci. I was also interning there when he left and the design team was in a strange transition. I love Tom Ford. He is a master. This book is sexy, flip thru and you will see why. LOL.

Love my sister to death, but I need Nate Berkus for a Brother!

This is Marni, and she is the lucky girl to have Nate Berkus for a brother. So, obviously he designed her first apartment. It is budget friendly with strong investments made on key pieces, vintage finds, and selected pieces from his HSN collection. It is youthful yet sophisticated and beautiful. I absolutely love everything about this place. Amazing!

All images via Glamour Magazine

Nate Berkus for HSN.com

I just stumbled across the Nate Berkus collection on HSN.com and it really is on point with current home trends at unbelievable prices. It's very clean and true to the Nate Berkus style. It has the clean lines, tufted headboards, ikat, flokati rugs, kilim pillows, and pretty much everything else you've been seeing right now in interior design.

That Black and White Striped Rug....

You see this black and white rug, below? I keep running into it. First, I saw it with Nate Berkus last year on the cover of House Beautiful, then I saw one at Ikea, and then finally; the lowest image below. Its quite an interesting piece that plays a little trick with you. It's more than just a traditional striped rug, it has an edge.

I also like that this rug can act as a neutral, yet completely play the part of front and center. This rug will be easier to use then you expect, and also will match a ton! This is an easy one as well as a bargain. Double Wammy! www.ikea.com

www.nateberkus.com I originally fell in love with this room for those gold bamboo chairs. But, then the whole thing just called to me and I adore the whole feel.

Super dramatic with the black and white stripe and the cheetah bench. This screams Hollywood to me.