Wood or upholstered: it’s the eternal question when it comes to choosing a bed. Which is better? Should you go for practical or plush, luxurious or minimalist, dreamy or industrial, comfy or sleek? And – more importantly – does it always have to be one or the other?...
What is an Ottoman?
If you’ve ever been confused about the difference between an ottoman, a footstool, and a pouf, you’re not alone. It seems like these words are used interchangeably, but are they, really? The answer to that is…kind of. Hang on, we’re here to break it down for you. The...
Ideas for How to Arrange a Small Bedroom
Our bedrooms are our sanctuaries, where we unwind, dream, and recharge. As the first thing we see when we open our eyes each morning and the last that sends us off into sweet slumber, how we feel in that space matters…a lot. A bedroom that is short on square footage...
How To Style Bed Pillows: Our Favorite Looks
It's no secret that starting the morning with a well-styled bed can set the mood for the whole day. So we asked The Inside's Creative Director Danielle to share her tips on how to style a bed three different ways, along with her favorite schemes to help bring your...
A Brief History of Old World Weavers
Before style icon Iris Apfel became synonymous with her oversized round glasses and beyond-the-beige fashions, she originally worked as an established and successful interior designer with a particular passion for fabrics. It started early. By the age of 12, Iris was...
Picking Paint Colors that Work with Brown Furniture
Brown furniture tends to get a bad rap for being boring, but when put in the right setting, it can actually be extraordinarily stylish. The secret to elevating your favorite (and even your not-so-favorite!) pieces of brown furniture is to choose the ideal wall colors....
Choosing a Kid-Friendly Sofa Without Sacrificing Style
Lots of things change when you have kids, from how you spend your weekend days (goodbye lazy brunches, hello playground at 8am) to the playlists you have on heavy rotation. But one thing that doesn’t have to change is the quality and beauty of your décor. It’s a...
15 of Our Favorite “Beyond the Beige” Orders This Year
Statement Sectional · Los Angeles, California Shop the look: Modern Sectional Bedroom Set · Miami, Florida Shop the look: Square Back Bed, Cocktail Chair, Throw Pillow, Mid-Century Bench Botanical Screens · Kihei, Hawaii Shop the look: Modern Screen Animal Print...
4 Hacks for Holiday Hosting in a Studio Apartment
SCORE SNEAKY SEATING Give yourself extra seating, extra storage AND extra tables with a pair of ottomans or x-benches. Unmatched in versatility, this dynamic duo can be easily stowed for a pop of pattern when not in use. PRIORITIZE PIECES THAT DO DOUBLE-DUTY Celebrate...
Pantone Color of the Year: Behind the Scenes
For the past two decades, Pantone’s Color of the Year has played a vital role in the design world. This year’s color, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue, is a timeless and enduring hue that is equal parts simple as it is elegant. Suggestive of the sky at dusk, the...