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The 5 Most Popular Wallpaper Designs of All Time

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Elizabeth N
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Finding the right wallpaper for a room can really elevate the whole space, as it packs a huge statement. You can instantly give your room a whole new look simply by changing the pattern of your wallpaper. If you’re new to decorating, there are some wallpapers that have stood the test of time and you’ve probably seen them over the years in movies, books, magazines, or in homes. These are the five most iconic wallpaper designs of all time.

Citrus Garden by Schumacher

This wallpaper is based on the 1947 archival print by Australian architect and designer Joseph Frank. It’s as whimsical as it is warm, and upon looking at it, you’ll be full of joy.

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Zebras by Scalamandré

Zebras by Scalamandré was originally designed in 1945 and it’s one of the most recognizable wallpapers. The two zebras leaping over a red background was first seen at the Gino of Capri restaurant in New York and it was inspired by the owner’s love of animals.

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Les Touches by Brunschwig & Fils

This modern, animal print was first released in 1965 and from afar, it looks like polka dots, which makes it great for any living space. Not long after it’s release, it became available in tons of colors, making it a popular wallpaper choice.

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Brazilliance by Dorothy Draper

Brazilliance was created in 1937 for the Arrowhead Springs Hotel in California and the Quitandinha, in Brazil. Since then the Hollywood-Regency-style banana leaf print has been imitated many times and can be seen in many iconic hotels.

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Bowood by Colefax and Fowler

Boxwood is based on the 19th-century print that decorator John Fowler discovered while staying at England’s Boxwood estate and it was released in 1938. The subtle flower design continues to be a bestselling print for the brand as it’s versatile and timeless.

5 Tips For Creating an Engaging Instagram

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Kate B
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Instagram has become the preferred social media platform and tons of people and businesses are using it to keep friends and followers updated on every aspect of their lives. Whether you’re sharing your travel adventures, cooking tips, outfit of the day, or beauty selfies, Instagram has become the place to stand out and create a loyal audience. Here are some tips on how to grow your followers and create an engaging Instagram account.

Pick a Username

Unless you have an established blog name, for your username try and pick something professional and catchy. After you’ve done this, add a profile picture and a bulleted bio that’s short and to the point.

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Select Your Niche

Narrow down your interests and keep your page focused on those. Are you interested in fitness, beauty, fashion, travel, food, or photography? You can have a couple of interests, but don’t make your page too complicated. When someone looks at your page, they should automatically know what your niche is.

Use Hashtags & Geotags

By adding hashtags, you’re increasing your visibility on other accounts related to your topic, which means more people will see your page. The same goes for geotags, when someone is searching for specific places, if you geotag your post, they are more likely to stumble upon your page.

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Engage With Your Followers

Following, engaging, and tagging photos with other accounts will allow people to find your page. This can help you get featured in accounts or stories and increase your following.

Post Regularly

The more you post, the easier it will be for your audience to connect with you. Try and post at around the same time every day and to reply to the comments people leave on your pictures.

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Christian Siriano’s the Designer You Should Be Following

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Mark O
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The best way to stay up to date on the latest trends is to follow the top fashion designer’s personal Instagram accounts. They’re a more toned-down version, compared to the brands that they work for and you’ll even get a taste of their personal, private lives on their pages. A designer that you’ll want to follow and we’re sure you’ve heard a lot about, especially if you’re a fan of Project Runway, is Christian Siriano.

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Siriano was the youngest designer to compete on the reality series and at just 21-year-old, he won Season 4 of the competition. After winning Project Runway, he started his namesake brand and went on to dress Michelle Obama, Billy Porter, Lady Gaga, Priyanka Chopra, Danielle Brooks, Taylor Swift, and many other big-name Hollywood stars. In 2018, 10 years after his win, he took over for Tim Gunn as the mentor of Project Runway.

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So what’s he up to now?

Siriano has amassed over 1.5 million followers on his Instagram page and he uses the platform to document his work relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. The designer is using his studio and his skills to create PPE (personal protective equipment) for first responders. His studio consists of about 10 seamstresses who are older women. The masks they produce aren’t anything like the ones we’re used to seeing—they feature bright colors, that are sure to boosts anyone’s mood during the difficult time.

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In addition to his COVID work, his page is filled with images of elegant ballgowns with tulle ruffles and classy dresses with figure-hugging silhouettes. He’s worked with many brands including Payless, Nordstrom, Starbucks, Disney, Victoria’s Secret, and Lane Bryant. He also uses plus-sized women in his runway shows and dresses actors who aren’t the typical runway “sample size” for the red carpet.

For a designer who’s a breath of fresh air in the industry and making a huge impact on the world, you have to start following Christian Siriano.

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5 Talented Graphic Designers to Follow on Instagram

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Amanda B
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Instagram used to be about taking pictures of your daily activities, cute animals, and the latest fashion trends, but it’s become a great way for creatives to show off their portfolios and designs. The following designers specialize in everything from typography, illustration, animation to painting and 3D. If you want to get some inspiration and bring some style to your feed, you have to start following these graphic designers.

mikeperrystudio

For an explosion of color, handcrafted type, and psychedelic animation, turn to Mike Perry’s Instagram page. You may even recognize some of his work from the title card of Comedy Central’s sitcom Broad City.

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misterdoodle

Mister Doodle specializes in handcrafted typography. His thought provoking quotes are paired with breathtaking scenery which make them even more meaningful.

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mdemilan

This 3D type lettering artist transforms words from simple letters to images that literally jump off the page. His work, although often minimalistic, is carefully constructed, and it will inspire you to let your creative juices flow.

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homsweethom

For cheesy puns and motivational sayings all wrapped up in bold typography, you have to check out Lauren Hom’s page. Her typography is featured in soup, jars, baking sheets, baked goods, walls, and stationary.

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jessicavwalsh

One of the biggest names in the design world and one half of the design force Sagmeister & Walsh, Jessica Walsh takes a look at current events, and she provides great life advice mixed in with satirical commentary.

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How to Create the Perfect Tie-Dye

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Kate B
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Everywhere you turn, it’s hard not to see tie-dye as it’s the official quarantine trend. Now that it’s hot outside and you have tons of free time, it’s time to go old-school and start tie-dying. You can transform plain ordinary clothes and linens into one-of-a-kind pieces. To get the best results, use 100 percent cotton that’s been pre-washed. You’ll also need dye powder, rubber bands, rubber gloves, plastic bags, and a plastic table cover. Here’s your step-by-step guide for all things tie-dye as well as different patterns to try out.

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How to Tie-Dye:

  1. Place your article of clothing or linens in hot water and wring out the excess water.
  2. On a table covered with plastic wrap, lay your shirt flat.
  3. Tie your shirt with rubber bands tightly in the pattern you choose (see below).
  4. Put your gloves on and start mixing the dye with water.
  5. Apply the dye to your clothing or linens.
  6. When you’re done dying your item, place it in a plastic bag and let it sit for six to eight hours, or overnight.
  7. Remove the rubber bands and rinse your item with cold water until the water runs clear.
  8. Wash your item on its own on a cold setting and let it hang to dry.

Patterns:

Spirals: Pinch the shirt where you want the spiral to be and then twist the rest of the shirt around that point and work outwards. Then add the rubber bands to hold it in place.

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Stripes: Bunch your shirt horizontally or vertically and with rubber bands, mark where the stripes will be. To get tighter stripes, use more rubber bands.

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Bullseye: Pinch the middle of your shirt and use it as a bullseye center. Then put rubber bands moving outward. For more bullseyes, use more rubber bands.

Laetitia Ky Models Marc Jacobs Bags With Her Hair Sculptures

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Elizabeth N
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Laetitia Ky has become famous on social media for her hair, but not for the reasons you may think. Her hair isn’t long and flowy or sporting the latest hairstyles, rather, she uses it to create sculptures. Her hair sculptures have even gotten the attention of designer Marc Jacobs, who used her to promote three of his luxury bags.

Ky posted the photos of the project on her Instagram writing, “Creating those images for @marcjacobs was a pure time of joy. Inspiration will be always at its max when you love the product you promote ! I am in love with all my new bags and #thetotebag is my new favorite ! 😊😊😊”

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In the first photo, the hair artist sculpted her hair into a cute little dog with its head popping out of the pink version of the Marc Jacobs Small Traveler Tote Bag. Ky is also wearing a black A-line tent dress from the brand. She shared the video of her prepping her hair for the final product on her TikTok. She told Allure that this was her favorite look, “I was thinking about what I could put in it if I wanted to do a cute picture,” she says. “I immediately thought about cute animals since that’s universally loved.”

In the second photo, Ky’s hair is holding the second bag, a salmon pink crossbody known as the Quilted Softshot 21. She styled her hair into the shape of an arm that’s growing from the top of her head, which grasps the purse from her thumb and forefinger. She’s also wearing an adorable deep-printed cardigan from Marc Jacobs.

The last photo is a bit less shock worthy as Ky’s wearing the bag normally draped around her shoulder and her hair is crafted into an M and J for the brand’s initials Marc Jacobs. Ky’s wearing the Kat Dress in light gray, which features a Peter Pan collar with a peachy nude Snapshot DTM crossbody. 

We look forward to seeing other collaborations that are in store for the hair artist and for more of her Ky’s work, follow her Instagram.

Check out more of her amazing creations below.

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Everyone is born with something unique that makes him/her special. But society imposes many standards that tend to erase the peculiarities of each other to make them "fit" in the mold . Theses Standarts make us lose our individuality, our difference, what we have special. "The one who follows the crowd will usually go no further than the crowd. Those who walk alone are likely to find themselves in places no one has ever been before." Francis Phillip Wernig. Im my own icon because im not afraid to be myself, to think by myself, to embrace all my weirdness, to express unapologetically my creativity and my whole soul trough all kind of art that touch me (since i am a polyvalent artist). I am not afraid to dream big and to believe that i can achieve anything. Im confident in myself and in my talent. Stop being afraid to be you and become you own ICON. With this state of mind, you will be able to achieve anything in life. You are special, you are like no one else, you are powerful and you can run your world. Believe in yourself. You are here cause the world need you. @juliahaart @elitemodellook #beyourownicon

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Small Living Space? These Home Decor Items are Multipurpose

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Amanda B
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If you live in a small apartment, you know just how difficult it is to make the most out of your space. Most of your time is probably spent in your living room and it’s where you work out, work, watch Netflix, and entertain your friends. It also may be where you eat your meals, doubling as a dining room. To make your living room/dining room look cohesive, you need decorating ideas and furniture pieces, and these useful tips will help you own your space.

Take Advantage of Extra Seating

If you have guests over often, it’s important to have enough space for people to sit. Use chairs and tools as accent tables to display books and candles. Benches can be used in the entryway to store your bags and keys.

Create a Makeshift Bar on a Bookcase

You probably don’t have enough room for a bar, but you can display all of your favorite adult beverages on a bookshelf or media unit. Get a decorative tray to display your bottles and accessories.

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Extend the Living Room Decor to the Dining Table

Having a dining room table in your living room can look out of place, so to remedy this issue, use your table as an extension of the living room. Decorate your table like you would your living room furniture and display coffee table books, candles, a plant, or a fruit basket.

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Use a Sideboard as a Media Console

Instead of a media console, use a sideboard to house your TV. The built-in storage unit is perfect for storing linens, glasses, and dishes.

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Italian Designers Create Iconic Handbags From Wrappers

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Amanda B
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Designers Chiara Rivituso and Matteo Bastiani are engaged to be married and they’ve worked together in fashion design for several years. Their focus has been on bags and accessories and their latest project turns discarded packaging from recognizable brands like Oreo, Heineken, Nike, and Amazon into bags modeled after luxury brands like Prada and Dior.

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Their mission is to be more eco-friendly, “[It’s] to communicate our vision of a more sustainable environment,” Rivituso wrote. 

The designs really look like the expensive versions of the bags they’re replicating—there’s a Fendi baguette bag made from McDonald’s brown bags that has the fast-food establishments M logo on its buckles and a Dior Saddle bag designed from a Kellog’s Corn Flakes cereal box that Kellog’s brand K replacing the metal D found on Dior bags.

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But, it’s not only food packages that the couple uses, they also use packaging from fashion labels. Their Jacquemus’s Le Chiquito teeny-tiny bag uses paper from a Chanel beauty bag.

So, how did they come up with the idea? It all began when they wanted to challenge themselves creatively and they created their first bag, the Balenciaga Bazaar made from Tesco shopping bags. They were inspired to focus on reusing and, “the challenge was mixing and matching something from everyday life and iconic fashion world and to explore the possibility to switch.” 

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During COVID, Rivituso and Bastiani were inspired to make use of what they had lying around their house and to be more sustainable. They hope to inspire people to create instead of wasting what they have instead of buying new.

Unfortunately, the bags aren’t available for sale yet, but they hope to launch an exhibition for the bags and they’re not opposed to selling them. Currently, they’re creating behind-the-scenes how-to tutorials to show people how to create their own DIY bags.

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