COLLINS COTTAGE CHRISTMAS

November 1, 2021 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize, DESIGN TIPS Leave a Comment

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We got a head start on holiday decking out the Collins Cottage at Lido House Hotel in Newport Beach for the special season ahead. The full tour is coming soon (update: it's HERE), but we had to take advantage of these sales and share with you all our festive finds!! Happy decorating!!

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FESTIVE FRONT DOOR

These happy colors are sure to spark the holiday spirit! Pair with these Christmas Trees grouped on either side of your door and you're set. We got the 3FT • 4FT • 5FT pre-lit trees.

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We only got the 30x48" Happy Howlidays Mat, but included the others for festive alternatives by the same designer. Love the oversized style.

WINTER GREENS

Faux wreaths and garland brought the fresh green feel into the cottage, without the worry of keeping them alive. These whimsical wreaths hang in the windows of our octagon-shaped living room and front door, while a smaller and stiffer wreath completes the kitchen decor.

Battery-operated garland knocked out two steps in one lighting up and adding green to the front patio pillars. We also used this garland upstairs on the rooftop with XL ornaments.

Cedar garland stepped up our stair rail game with its feathery branches, also battery-operated.

ROCKIN' AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE

A sunkissed-color scheme and natural textures kicked off our coastal-chic Christmas tree (love the shape + sparseness of this one). Then we sprinkled in one-off ornaments for personality, each adding to the beachy theme. If you've been up to Topside, the rooftop bar at Lido House Hotel, you may recognize the mermaid!

This capiz shell star topped off the tree with the perfect amount of seaside sophistication. We originally ordered this one, but it didn't come in time for our install so the Amazon dupe did the trick!

A woven tree collar conceals the faux tree base and adds a touch more of coastal character. We also considered these -- zigzag woven tree collar • black woven tree collar • hammered brass tree collar -- and bet they would make a great holiday statement!

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Santas // board • sunning • surfing • snorkel

Sea-Inspired // clam • tackle box • junonia • oyster • mermaid • palm • nautilus • woody

Fun + Festive // champagne • rose

HOLIDAY STORIES

Your book collection is about to get more spirited! These beautiful covers make a statement on coffee tables and shelves while offering sweet stories and recipes to share.

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The Polar Express • Fizz • Expect a Miracle • A Classic Christmas • A Vintage Christmas • A Timeless Christmas

HOT COCOA BAR

What's a winter holiday without something warm and sweet to sip on! This hot cocoa bar has all the necessities stashed in pretty, brass-lidded canisters (we got this size for candy canes and this size for marshmallows).

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TABLETOP TINSEL

Mini trees were the perfect fit for our entry console (we used the large and XL sizes) and the candy ornaments could be the cutest things we've ever seen!

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DECKING THE DECK

Our "stay awhile" sign is home of the festive photo ops. Sunbursts sparkle in the sun on the green wall and would look great hanging from a roofline or fence. String lights keep the sparkle strong all night long. There was a lot of DIYing (and time) involved in the painted surfboard designs and wooden presents so no finished products to link there but let us know if you want some tips for the handmade pieces!

Around the octagon lounge, fluffy garland and oversized ornaments hang for a pop of holiday color seen from above and below. We got the blue, orange, white, red and gold ornaments, and also spray painted these gray ones pink to coordinate with our colors inside.

WRAPPED IN STYLE

The style doesn't have to end with your tree decor, continue your scheme into the gift wrap for an extra special touch. You may even get style points with the people on your gift list!

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We would also love to try: wild berries • stripes • mistletoe • nutcrackers • fawn • partridge • stars

Perfectly pair with: velvet ribbon 1 • velvet ribbon 2 • velvet ribbon 3 (we are clearly loving velvet, a holiday staple!)

FESTIVE FAVORITES

We styled this palm tree art with tiny red bows for a coastal take on traditional Christmas and leaned the piece in our kitchen shelfie.

Our woody model carrying a tree and surfboards didn't make it in time but this classic red truck was a great book topper in our living room set up.

The brass bell garland is no longer available but this felt bead option would be a sweet alternative.

We hope this jumpstarts your holiday decor shopping with some festive new additions to your collection!

Follow along on Instagram @blackbanddesign for more styling tips.

TAKE A TOUR OF THE COLLINS COTTAGE IN HOLIDAY STYLE

BLACKBAND SALE!!

May 14, 2019 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize, Behind The Scenes, Blackband Blog, NEWSWORTHY, Press Leave a Comment

OUR WAREHOUSE SALE IS BACK + BIGGER THAN EVER!!

Clear your calendars + come join us at our SALE this Friday + Saturday!! We are offering major markdowns on home decor, pillows, furniture, lighting + more!! From designer pieces to handmade masterpieces + a whole lot in between, there's a wide range of prices + treasures to choose from. It's been two years since we've hosted a sale so we are STOCKED + ready to share the goods with all of you who come visit! THE COUNTDOWN IS ON:

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FRIDAY + SATURDAY
MAY 17 + 18, 2019
9AM - 4PM

BLACKBAND DESIGN
3198 Airport Loop Drive #E
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

The SALE will take place at our showroom in Costa Mesa. We are located behind the runway of John Wayne Airport. We've included a map + general directions below. Please call 949.872.2234 for any further assistance.

FROM 55 NORTH: exit onto Baker St + turn right, turn left on Red Hill Ave, turn right on Airport Loop Drive, follow until road dead ends into airport + turn right into parking lot. 3198 Unit E will be on your right.

FROM 55 SOUTH: exit onto Baker St, turn left on Paularino Ave, turn left on Red Hill Ave, turn right on Airport Loop Drive, follow until road dead ends into airport + turn right into parking lot. 3198 Unit E will be on your right.

FROM 405 NORTH: exit onto MacArthur Blvd + keep right toward Main St, turn left on Main St, turn left on Red Hill Ave, turn left on Airport Loop Drive, follow until road dead ends into airport + turn right into parking lot. 3198 Unit E will be on your right.

FROM 405 SOUTH: exit onto Bristol St + keep right, turn left on Paularino Ave, turn left on Red Hill Ave, turn right on Airport Loop Drive, follow until road dead ends into airport + turn right into parking lot. 3198 Unit E will be on your right.

STAY UP TO DATE

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GET INSPIRED

TIPS + TRICKS FOR SHOPPING A SALE

Come early!!
Have spaces in your home in mind that you're looking to fill + know the measurements that will work.
Bring a tape measure.
Have space in your car/truck to lug home your finds.
Always a good idea to bring your own wrap and boxes to keep your new treasures safe on the trip home.
Bring a friend! Because it's always fun shopping with a buddy + sometimes we need help making decisions!
Keep in mind upcoming gift-giving holidays + shop for loved ones: birthdays, graduations, Father's Day, never-too-late-to-spoil-mom after Mother's Day, super-on-top-of-it Christmas shopping, etc

SHARE THIS WITH A FRIEND, SHOPPING IS WAY MORE FUN TOGETHER!

Safari Chic

May 13, 2016 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize

It’s a jungle out there and we can’t seem to get enough of this trend! From zebra print rugs to cowhide seating, safari inspired decor has been popping up all over the place. The mixture of neutral fabrics and textures (think khaki) serve as the perfect backdrop for a bold statement with animal print. Incorporating elements like natural textures, faux fur, hides, and leather detailing give your space a collected and worldly vibe. To embrace this trend we’ve selected some of our favorite ways to take this look to the next level!

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Here are some of the ways we’ve added safari chic decor into our own designs!

Animal artwork adds a modern touch to our Newport Heights dining room.

Cheetah print pillows and leather ottomans in our Peninsula Point living room.

Zebra barstools add contrast and interest to our bright white Dover Shores kitchen.

Zebra print stools with reclaimed wood bases from our Newport Westcliff home.

Faux taxidermy gives this bedroom a masculine edge from our Coto De Caza home.

Our favorite trend of all, a zebra print hide layered on top of a natural fiber rug in our Newport Heights home office.

Please contact hello@blackbanddesign.com for information on ordering products shown in this post!

Bohemian Gift Guide

December 11, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize Leave a Comment

The holidays are right around the corner so we put together a bohemian gift guide for every free spirit friend on your list! At Blackband Design we love to incorporate a coastal bohemian flair into our designs. Bohemian style is all about bold color combinations, hand crafted pieces, and unique one of a kind items. We’re breaking it down this season with boho inspired objects that reflect their laid back style and carefree attitude. Links for featured products are listed down below!

Desk Decor

August 28, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize 2 Comments

GET YOUR GREEN THUMB ON: bring life to your desk by keeping plants in your office (real or faux). We suggest starting with a cactus or succulents, both are low maintenance and do well in offices with minimal sunlight.
ACCESSORIZE: work seems so much easier when you’re doing it in style. Shop Bando is one of our favorite places to find agendas and fun desktop accessories. We’ve shared links to our favorite desk decor on the market now | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | (links to products)
ORGANIZE: staying organized can be tricky, especially when you are crazy busy. We find that it’s easier to stay organized when you have the right tools (it doesn’t hurt that they look good either). | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | (links to products)
SPICE UP YOUR SCREENSAVER: If you aren’t already following Design Love Fest, you should be! They keep our computers looking fresh and in season with the best desktop backgrounds. The Free People Blog is another great place to look for them too! We’ve picked 6 of our favorites and linked them here so you can download them for your own use! | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
MAKE A MOODBOARD: This is something we do for clients during the design process, and they’re great to hang by your desk to keep you motivated. Mood Boards help liven up your space with inspiring images and add a nice pop of color. (Moodboards found here and here)

Designer Pillow Combos!

June 11, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize, Pillows

Finding the right pillows for your space can be one of the trickiest (and most fun) parts of our job! We will be featuring different pillow combinations that work on white sofas and flax sofas. Each post we will showcase a different designers favorites. This week we are sharing Barbaras picks, right now she is all about the mixture of inky indigos and vintage fabrics!

Last Chance on Sale Items!

April 23, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize

Our first warehouse tent sale happened last weekend and it turned out to be a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came out to shop and support us, we appreciate your business! For those of you who weren’t able to make it we have a few things still up for grabs. Everything on the list is marked 50% off or more. For any questions please send us an email to info@blackbanddesign.com or give us a call at 949.872.2234. We are open 10am to 5pm Monday through Friday so stop in and shop the sale items before they’re gone! For directions to our retail showroom, click here.

Succulent City!

April 15, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize

Here are 9 of our favorite ways to style succulents for indoor or outdoor use!

Pastel Accessories for Spring

April 7, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize

Spring fever has arrived at Blackband Design, and we have been busy bringing in the latest and greatest must-have furniture, fabrics, and accessories to make your home more beautiful than ever. Swapping out accessories with the seasons is a great way to update your space without breaking the bank. So we decided to pull together some of our favorite pastel accessories for spring!

1. Lighting is a great place to start, these seafoam green chandeliers are guaranteed to make a statement in any room.

2. Decorative boxes are one of our favorite ways to add color and texture to a space, stack them on your coffee table or pop them on a bookshelf.

3. Tabletop accessories are one of the easiest ways to play with color, and often the most affordable. Don’t be afraid to try new things and mix it up.

4. If you don’t want to get crazy, simply switching out your coffee table tray for one with a pop of color can make a big difference.

5. Last but not least, garden stools. We have a thing for garden stools here at Blackband Design and these bright blues do not disappoint! They serve as fantastic multi-taskers and we like to use them as side tables, additional seating, or placed under a console.

To view our newest accessories or get inspired by some of our latest designs, stop by our Orange County showroom- we would love to see you!

What is your favorite way to accessorize for spring? Leave your ideas in the comments below!

Crazy for Coffee Table Books

March 26, 2015 by blackband Filed Under: Accessorize

We are crazy for coffee table books right now! Your coffee table serves as the centerpiece to your living room, so it deserves some major eye candy that makes a lasting impression. Oversized books are the perfect accessory to do this, but they aren’t just for your living room! They can be used anywhere in your home for an added touch of elegance. Whether you place them individually or stacked in piles, decorative books are sure to make any surface instantly stylish. Our designers selected some of their favorite go-to books that can be used to make a statement in any room.

If you live in the Orange County area- we have everything to fulfill your coffee table book needs! Stop in our retail showroom and check out our latest shipment of books. We are open Monday through Friday 10am-5pm. For directions, click here.