Our friends at Sferra Fine Linens are putting a few of their collections on sale at 25% off, so this is a great opportunity to stock up on fine Italian bedding.

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Bungalow 5’s Jacqui Coffee Table is a versatile mix of modern and traditional elements. It looks great in a variety of settings – even with a Moroccan-inspired ikat theme! This cozy bedroom seating area was featured in the May issue of House Beautiful: Read more

In honor of National Salad Month, today’s favorite is salad-themed dinnerware! Read more

What’s green, American, and oh-so-chic?  Oomph’s stylish line of modern furniture! We love this collection of tables, chairs and mirrors – because every room could use a little ‘oomph’!

Oomph was founded by Amy Rice, Patty Hopple and Louise Brooks. These stylish women believe that simple elements of great design can totally transform any room. Their designs have been featured in everything from House Beautiful and Traditional Home to Garden and Gun and Oprah Magazine.  It’s not hard to see why: Their side tables are like tiny jewels that pack a big style punch:

When was the last time you saw a good-looking backgammon table?

oomph Chairs are hand-made by a family of artisans who have been working their trade for generations. Comfortable and beautifully constructed, they will be a stylish addition to any room in your home.

Oomph throw pillows are hand-sewn with careful attention to detail in oomph’s New England workroom. Filled with down and feathers and made using Quadrille fabrics, they’re perfect for adding a pop of color to every room.

Oomph’s furniture, mirrors and pillows are carefully color-coordinated so you can have a beautiful room without agonizing over color matching.

All of oomph’s pieces are made to order in their workshop in Connecticut.  Skilled artisans construct each table from sustainable, plantation-grown poplar.

Most pieces are available in your of 16 high-gloss lacquer colors and are customizable with a range of surface finishes, including “gator” and natural raffia. To help you choose, there’s a handy lacquer color and surface swatch deck available for only $50.  And once you’ve made your choice, your piece will be ready to enjoy in just 6-8 weeks.  Not bad for custom furniture!

Click here to see our entire oomph collection.

If you haven’t seen the April issue of Elle Decor yet, hurry to a newsstand! The issue is devoted to international design, a topic we’re very fond of here at Gracious Style. There are so many beautiful, exotic interiors with tips on how to add an international flair to your own decorating.
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2012 is the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese Zodiac, and to celebrate Traditional Home Magazine went wild with dragon themed accessories. Included in the roundup was one of our favorites, Blue Dragon Dinnerware by Mottahedeh:
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Whether you’re an astrology aficionado or simply appreciate beautiful sculpture, the latest series of figurines by Royal Copenhagen will capture your fancy. Rendered in fine porcelain, they depict the twelve signs of the zodiac with classical grace and form.
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You surround yourself in luxury with fine bed linens, bath towels, and luxe, beautifully scented cleaning products. Why should brushing your teeth be any different? Pamper your pearly whites and your tastebuds with Marvis Toothpaste. Made in Italy using a traditional recipe, Marvis whitens, protects, and cleans your teeth with seven couture flavors like Ginger Mint and Amarelli Licorice.
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It sure has been a rainy spring here in Los Angeles. Hopefully we’ll soon have lots of May flowers to make up for it! Meanwhile, this fun umbrella stand is just the thing to chase away those rainy-day blues: Read more

This week’s Friday Fave is one of your faves. This citrus-hued beauty by Garnier-Thiebaut is one of our most popular tablecloths:
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