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Live, preserved, artificial or none at all? My vote says NATURAL ALWAYS, never artificial. Give yourself the gift of greenery with soul. Check out this great blog post with options and lots of wonderful fotos. Enjoy

"Just say no" to fake plants...

unless they are preserved boxwood or super authentic looking.

I don't have a green thumb either

(if that is what you are thinking), but here are some tips below.

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These beautifully preserved boxwood spheres in Debbie's entry are from Restoration Hardware. They aren't cheap but they are on sale right now.

Don't buy the plastic kind at Pottery Barn.

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Here they are in the topiary version that would be lovely on a mantel or in a kitchen window. Even Target has cute preserved

boxwoods by Smith and Hawkins.

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In my gym, every time I walk past the dusty ficus trees (where you can see the plastic branch to leaf attachments), I just have to shake my head. The place would be better off without them.

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How about using these organic looking spheres for some greenery, like my sister does on her dining room table?

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Or orchids last a long time. Just place a couple of ice cubes on top once a week. These are either from Home Depot or Trader Joe's. I added the moss.

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Claire uses succulents on her kitchen island...these are tough to kill.

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With saucers and felt pads, these would be charming inside and require little attention.

If you aren't around enough to water your house plant, use a Jardinier reservoir system.

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I filled the pot with some pebbles, potting soil, ivy and moss.

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Leaf shine adds a florist touch.

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Voila...only needs watering every week to 10 days.

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I put a cork mat under the basket to protect the floor.

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Donna uses the Jardinier system and has kept her tree alive for a couple of years (or is it even longer, Donna?). She also feeds it fertilizer down the tube. Note to self: buy liquid plant fertilizer.

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I am not a totally against fake plants. Look what I have in my laundry room--from Pottery Barn a few years ago. Ha! All the watering these get is to rinse the dust off.

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So what do you think? Live, preserved, artificial or none at all?

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Video: Colin Cowie's Tips for Entertaining on Epicurious

2011-09-06T12:47:00.000-07:00

Colin Cowie's kitchen is built for hospitality.

via: Epicurious

Watch and see his tips for the ultimate entertainment setup and learn how to throw fabulous parties at home, from invites to decor to recipes for appetizers and cocktails. Video after the jump.

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» Jonathan Adler, Jeffrey Lewis and Andy Cohen Together? Blue Key Studio Blog

2011-09-06T08:58:00.000-07:00

Story Via: bluekeystudio.com

On a recent BravoTV web exclusive, Jeff Lewis and Jenny from “Flipping Out” go to NYC and critique the decor in Andy Cohen’s office. The network exec got a bit of a ribbing from the designer and his kooky assistant. While the office was truly a bit of a mess, the seating area was actually quite cute. You can watch the video below.

What’s interesting to note is that Andy has the Jonathan Adler blue Capri tall table Lamps flanking his sofa. They look great and are a great choice, but that office definitely needs a bit of a clean up and rearrange. For starters he needs a bigger desk! What would you do to improve Andy’s office?

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In Hollywood, a Modernist’s Tag Sale - NYTimes.com

2011-08-28T08:52:00.000-07:00

Laure Joliet for The New York Times

By RIMA SUQI

Published: August 24, 2011

In Hollywood, a Modernist’s Tag Sale - NYTimes.com

Slideshow - A Modernist Collection in a Mediterranean-Style Home

2011-08-28T08:48:00.000-07:00

Home & Garden

A Modernist Collection in a Mediterranean-Style Home

Published: August 25, 2011

Jonn Coolidge, a photographer with a collection of 20th-century design and art, had to pare down for his new Los Angeles apartment.

Shopping for Dish Racks With Richard Joseph - Interactive Feature - NYTimes.com

2011-08-28T08:36:00.000-07:00

Shopping for Dish Racks With Richard Joseph - Interactive Feature - NYTimes.com

The Power of OM | Kelly Cutrone

2011-07-21T21:26:00.000-07:00

I DO NOT HAVE TIME FOR COMPLICATED PRAYERS OR MAGIC SPELLS – SIMPLY THE WORD ‘OM’ (RHYMES WITH HOME) IS ENOUGH POWER TO CARRY YOU SAFELY THROUGH THE DAY. I WAS OM’ING INSIDE TODAY WHEN I WAS PULLED OVER BY THE NYPD WITHOUT MY LICENSE ON ME – THEY LET ME GO!! PUT SOME ‘OM’ IN YOUR HOME.

The Power of OM | Kelly Cutrone

Life's a Beach

2011-06-12T13:33:00.000-07:00

What is better than lounging poolside? Being beachside of course...Jay-Z shares with us some beautiful beach homes that we would love to reside in! Have a chic day!

Sewing Up Modernity - Shelterpop

2011-06-12T12:58:00.000-07:00

Sewing Up Modernity - Shelterpop

Jonathan Adler Strikes Again!

2011-05-22T13:18:00.000-07:00

This Raging Bull Bookend set artfully holds up one of Jonathan Adler's own books! We love the composition as well as the designer himself!

Have a chic day!

Creating Graffiti With Yarn - NYTimes.com

2011-05-19T09:41:00.000-07:00

Creating Graffiti With Yarn - NYTimes.com

The Late, The Great...

2011-05-04T15:25:00.000-07:00

Alexander McQueen. Need I say more? With his design house continuing to pump out gorgeous designs (think the Royal Wedding) we cannot help but to be captivated by their creations.

We love these dark, yet irreverently chic rings, handbags, and jackets...trust us, you will not be disappointed! We honor you Alexander McQueen!

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Homes Around the World

2011-04-27T22:58:00.000-07:00

Jay-Z has done it again--stumbled upon some of the most beautiful homes spanning the globe. Take a look at his compilation of these fabulously modern homes.

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Happy Easter from H'OM CHIC!

2011-04-24T14:08:00.000-07:00

Since Easter is the celebration of Spring time we thought we would share the lovely colors associated with the season. Our favorite store, Anthropologie, has themed their home store so we can shop by colors, which happen to evoke sunny springtime feelings. Take a peek and enjoy!

Have a chic Easter!

Modern Dwelling

2011-04-24T13:00:00.000-07:00

Being H'OM CHIC is all about living a modern and fabulous lifestyle. Dwell is a cool website showcasing some of the most groundbreaking innovations in green homes, furniture, and lighting.

One of the coolest links we discovered on Dwell was the Modern Cabana web page. If you enter their site you can see the brilliantly designed green prefabbed spaces. Their designs range from kids play houses to dog houses to studios fully equipped with a bath and kitchenette!

We love the idea of being able to plant one of these beautiful eco-friendly studios in your backyard as a green house, guest house, or whatever else you could need! Check them out and see for yourself how chic these can be.

Have a chic day.

Remaking a Studio Apartment at the Villa Carlotta - Slide Show - NYTimes.com

2011-04-20T13:27:00.000-07:00

Remaking a Studio Apartment at the Villa Carlotta - Slide Show - NYTimes.com

Shopping for Coin Banks With Brad Zizmor and Dag Folger - Interactive Feature - NYTimes.com

2011-04-18T22:25:00.000-07:00

Shopping for Coin Banks With Brad Zizmor and Dag Folger - Interactive Feature - NYTimes.com

Sean Carter's Life + Times

2011-04-13T20:36:00.000-07:00

Sean Carter, more commonly known as the rapper and business mogul Jay-Z, has created a beautiful blog to share his musings with the world.

His creation is not only visually compelling but it includes articles running the gamut from art to culture to technology; making this blog a well rounded outlet for us to gather new and chic information.

Check it out. I guarantee you will love what you see! Life + Times

Have a chic day.