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Hollywood’s Best Gifts!

March 6, 2013 by Seyie Leave a Comment

Now that you got a peek inside the Official Talent Gift Lounge for the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, I would like to share some favorite fashion & beauty products that celebrities were pampered with at the Lounge this year.

GLALENT Platinum Ion Mist device from MTG
This is a portable facial mist sprayer using a technology that captures nano collagen in capsules. I love the sleek design, and its size also makes it great for travel! http://www.mtg-en.com/

LGGK (Locally Grown. Globally Known.)

Ed Sheeran, photo by Jerod Harris/WireImage

An apparel brand with “style on a mission,” LGGK has partnered with the nonprofit Starkey Hearing Foundation to help people hear. I love how soft their t-shirts and sweatshirts are, and even the inner stitching in the sweatshirts is color coordinated. www.shopLGGK.com

Jäger iOsonic Toothbrush and Teeth Whitening System

This toothbrush releases a constant flow of positive ions from the lithium power source during the brush cycle, which temporarily reverses the polarity of your teeth causing plaque to be repelled from your teeth and drawn to the negatively charged toothbrush head.

The pink color and the charger with the UV sanitizer are great touches. www.thejager.com

4 Leaf Clover made-in-the-USA handbags, courtesy of KeepAmerica.com

MC Lyte, Dayme (designer) & David Seliktar (CEO of KeepAmerica), photo by Todd Oren/WireImage

Their canvas tote with the clover leaf leather trim is quite lovely. It is also available with vegan patent leather trim – perfect for Hollywood. www.4luckyLeaf.com

KeepAmerica.com is the number one online source for all things made in America. www.keepamerica.com

Simone I. Smith Jewelry

Simone I. Smith is an entrepreneur and self-proclaimed accessory queen, who launched her own line a decade ago. Smith has teamed up with the American Cancer Society for her line of lollipops necklaces called “A Sweet Touch of Hope.” These sparkling lollipop charms raise funds and awareness to help save more lives from cancer. www.simoneismith.com

D’Milikah Swimwear

Rami Jaffee of Foo Fighters, photo by Todd Oren/WireImage

D’Milikah specializes in swimwear that captures the essence of everyday real women of all sizes. Their 2013 Swimwear Collection is Brazilian inspired, with a touch of Italian handcraft adorning each unique piece. D’Milikah has expanded its swimsuit collection to also include casual wear, dresses, and accessories. www.dmilikah.com

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A Zen Fantasy at the GRAMMY Awards Official Talent Gift Lounge

February 13, 2013 by Seyie 2 Comments

Seyie Design, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Sting, Miguel, LL Cool J, Mumford & Sons, Juanes, Neil Patrick Harris and more re-charged from rehearsals by escaping into an enchanted Zen garden-inspired Official Talent Gift Lounge for the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, where they were pampered with the best of what Hollywood has to offer.

We were excited to collaborate with Distinctive Assets for the second year in a row, as the exclusive interior designer of the Lounge. This year performers enjoyed a luminescent white contemporary environment, replete with lush green foliage and organic chandeliers. Décor for the lounge was provided courtesy of Niche Modern, material [ENVIRONMENT] and Big Red Sun.

It was an incredible experience to have so many creative, talented people come through the Lounge and see them enjoying themselves…

For a peek inside the Lounge, check out the photos below!

LL Cool J, photo by Todd Oren/WireImage

Sting, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Terrell Owens & Pete Wentz, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

DJ Young 1 & Ashanti, photo by Jerod Harris/WireImage

Miguel, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Ed Sheeran, photo by Amanda Edwards/WireImage

Tom Parker of The Wanted, photo by Alison Buck/WireImage

Tyson Ritther & Nickolas Wheeler of All-American Reject, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Pauley Perrette, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Mikky Ekko, photo by Matthew Simmons/WireImage

Seyie Design, Sweepstakes table

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: branded interior design, celebrities, GRAMMY Awards, luxury event

Inspirations for Thanksgiving Decor

November 19, 2012 by Seyie Leave a Comment

For Thanksgiving decoration ideas this year, I would like to share some favorite images from my library…

Design by Ralph Lauren Home. Photo via Elle Decor Magazine

I like this lush tablescape with the clusters of candles and loosely arranged flowers in earth-tone potteries.

Design by Charlotte Moss. Photo via A Flair For Living by Charlotte Moss

The simple arrangement of roses and fruit look so pretty and elegant mixed with special china and tabletop pieces.

Photo via Vogue Living Houses Gardens People

I have always liked the mix of vines and ornate candelabra with the casually placed linens here. Feels as though it’s out of a fairytale storybook. To make it into a festive Thanksgiving table, I would add some deep orange colored flowers, maybe ranunculus, and amber glasses.

Photo via Vogue Magazine, September 2004

The vintage style plates and trays with pastries and berries make for a lovely dessert display.

Decorated by Seyie Design

Maple branches in a clear glass always make a nice fall-themed table. Best part, it’s so easy!

Wishing you a beautiful and delicious Thanksgiving!

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: Fall decor, Fall entertaining, Thanksgiving decorations, Thanksgiving table

Amazing Craft

November 9, 2012 by Seyie Leave a Comment

I have such a love of craftsmanship that I can watch an artisan at work with the same fascination and attention as some people viewing an action-packed Hollywood film. Needless to say, I was therefore excited to come across this article on Elle Décor, in which Hermes gives a peek at how its products are meticulously crafted.

Hermès scarves. Photography by Mimi Ritzen Crawford via ElleDecor.com

Apparently, the making of a single Hermes scarf takes two years and requires 280 miles of silk thread. One more reason to appreciate it!

White-leather flowers decorate tables etched with tool imagery. Photography by Mimi Ritzen Crawford via ElleDecor.com

Silk specialist Kamel Hamadou. Photography by Mimi Ritzen Crawford via ElleDecor.com

Gilding a Saint Louis glass. Photography by Mimi Ritzen Crawford via ElleDecor.com

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration, Shop Talk Tagged With: luxurious craftmanship

A peek inside the GRAMMY’s Official Talent Gift Lounge…

February 24, 2012 by Seyie Leave a Comment

(Photo by Tiffany Rose/WireImage)

Welcome to a candy inspired experience at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards® Official Talent Gift Lounge. Rihanna, LL Cool J, Maroon 5, Chris Brown, The Band Perry, Jason Aldean and many more experienced “a sweet escape” between rehearsals here, and indulged in what the best of Hollywood has to offer. This year, I had the pleasure to join Distinctive Assets and event producer, Pam Morrison, to make this very special place.

In designing this lounge, I wanted to create something fanciful that stimulated a child-like excitement in the talent, yet was still sophisticated and edgy to appeal to their rock-star tastes. Candy colors and the experience of being in a sweet shop was my inspiration. Monumental pink architectural arches and a black & white checkerboard floor were introduced to bring a modern edge to this whimsical place.

I hope you will enjoy the photos!

CELEBRITY PHOTOS

The Band Perry (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Anthony Hamilton (Photo by Tiffany Rose/WireImage)

PJ Morton & Matt Flynn of Maroon 5 (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Carolina Liar (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Mike Love of The Beach Boys (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

John Paul White of The Civil Wars & Glen Campbell (Photo by Alison Buck/WireImage)

Neil Patrick Harris (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Deadmau5 (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Joe King of The Fray (Photo by Alison Buck/WireImage)

Skylar Grey & Lash Fary, Founder & President of Distinctive Assets

Jason Aldean (Photo by Araya Diaz/WireImage)

Pauley Perrette (Photo by Alison Buck/WireImage)

LL Cool J (Photo by Tiffany Rose/WireImage)

INTERIOR PHOTOS

Photo credit: Devin Ford (image 1, 3); Tiffany Rose/WireImage (image 2); Araya Diaz/WireImage (image 4)

A heartfelt thank you to all of my contributing vendors who made this event a success!

Brueton LA – Horse chairs, Trang console table, side tables and accessories
Domaen – Design collaboration & fabrication of pink architectural arches
L.A. ART Machine – “Shanti” acrylic on wood mural by artist CRYPTIK
Micucci
Niche Modern – Plum “Stamen” pendants
Plug Inc. – “Namak” chandelier by Barovier & Toso

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: chic event, GRAMMY gift lounge

CHIC HOLIDAY DECORATIONS

November 29, 2011 by Seyie 1 Comment

I love this time of the year – all the festivities and decorations that abound everywhere… So, I have compiled images of some favorite holiday decoration ideas from various sources. Perhaps, they could be inspiring for you as you decorate for the holidays.

COUNTRY CHIC

Photo via Harper’s Bazaar, December 2011/ January 2012

There is something quite romantic and magical about candelabras…

Photo via Elle Decor, December 2011, design by Alessandra Branca

The overgrown greenery and oversize ornaments add wonderful drama to the mantle.

Photo via House Beautiful, December/ January 2012

WHITE WONDERLAND

Louis Vuitton Spring 2012, photo via Harper’s Bazaar, December 2011/ January 2012

Even though this image is not related to home decor I included it because it feels like a fantasy winter wonderland… which I would want to use as an inspiration in my design.

Photo via Elle Decor, December 2011

Simple white flowering trees or flowers arrangements look great mixed with rustic elements.

Photo via Veranda, November/ December 2011

RED GLAM

Photo via Veranda, November/ December 2011, design by Carolyne Roehm

This arrangement would work just as well as a centerpiece on a dining table.

Happy Decorating!!!

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: Christmas decoration, holiday decor, holiday mantle

Celebrity Gifting Lounge

November 3, 2011 by Seyie Leave a Comment

I am very excited to share some photos of a celebrity lifestyle lounge that I had designed for Hollywood mothers, in collaboration with Gifting Services…

Design vignette by Seyie Design

Lisa Loeb

Maria Canals-Barrera

Jodi Sweetin

Debi Mazar

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: Celebrity gifting lounge

TRICK OR GADGE-TREATS!

October 30, 2011 by Seyie 1 Comment

In the spirit of Halloween, I decided to showcase some delightful desk & home accessories and gadgets. These eye candies are a treat to behold or to have at home… and best of all, ZERO calories!!!

TREATS FOR THE KITCHEN

Kuhn Rikon mouse measuring cups

Kuhn Rikon autocrank safety lidlifter

Normann Copenhagen rainbow trivet blue

Ghost salt & pepper shaker from UncommonGoods.com

Trudeau utensil pot clips

TREATS FOR THE DESK

Tape dispenser

Alessi Dozi paper clip holder

Architect’s blueprint paperweight from MOMA Store

Dream Cheeky mail box friends alert

Heel & Lips Telephone

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Functional Living, Shop Talk Tagged With: Cool kitchen & desk accessories

A WHIMSICAL FALL DINNER

October 20, 2011 by Seyie 2 Comments

While going through my image files recently for inspiration for a design project, I came across this tablescape by Federico de Vera in House Beautiful magazine. The setting is so romantic and whimsical with all the delicate Venetian glasses. It reminds me of Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antionette, which happens to be one of my favorite films set during a favorite decorative period (i.e. Rococo.) With the busy season of holiday entertaining coming up, I decided to use this as inspiration to create a whimsical tablescape for Fall dining. Whether it is for a large Thanksgiving party or an intimate dinner, why not bring a bit of playfulness to the table!

INSPIRATION

Tablescape by Federico de Vera, via House Beautiful Magazine

The collection of Venetian glasses in the setting above happens to be from Federico de Vera’s shop, deveraobjects.com. I am so captivated by the pieces, I will have to remember to visit his shop next time I am in New York City.

MY WHIMSICAL FALL TABLE

Resource list:

1.    Taper candle by Pottery Barn
2.   Monochromatic flowers loosely arranged in a simple clear glass vase
3.   Isabella candlestick by Juliska
4.   Gibraltar wine goblets by Z Gallerie
5.   Twirl glass by Diane von Furstenberg
6.   Hemstitched napkins by Pottery Barn
7.   Napkin rings by Kim Seybert
8.   Placemat by Chilewich, from Bloomingdales.com
9.   Pergola china by Philippe Deshoulieres
10. Flatware from Anthropologie

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Inspiration Tagged With: dinner party, Fall entertaining, table setting, thanksgiving

A Celebration with Christofle & Champagne!

October 6, 2011 by Seyie 6 Comments

I recently attended an event at the Christofle boutique in Beverly Hills called, “The Evolution of Luxury.” It included a presentation regarding special collaborations between Christofle and different houses of Champagne producers, comprising one-of-a-kind or limited edition silver pieces made for serving bubbly. I have always enjoyed admiring their silver crafts and crystal; doing so with a glass of champagne doubles the joy!

A cage-like case for Ruinart Champagne. My new obsession…

A lacework case for Perrier Jouet. It is made to hold a magnum bottle. However, once the bottle is opened, it can be used as a vase to hold a floral arrangement. Quite a novel idea!

I just love that these exquisite pieces have a whimsical side…

Desserts look even more delectable when presented on a beautiful tray…

My friend, Katie Mayfield, and me with Jean-Claude Bourbon, the master silversmith at Christofle.

Filed Under: Fashionable Living, Functional Living Tagged With: dessert, Entertaining