A Stylish Weekend At The Hamptons

 

I love the idea of a summer in the Hamptons
~ I have been watching too many 'Revenge' episodes
and have become obsessed with anything to do with the Hamptons!
How perfect to be lunching on the patio,
chatting, laughing and catching up on the social gossip ~
followed by a relaxing afternoon, sunning on a pool lounge!
I think I could slip into that lifestyle very easily!

Now I just need the house, the car and the wardrobe
to match the lifestyle!!!

Melissah xox

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A Chic Weekend at the Hamptons

 

 

I would be very happy to be be packing my Gucci overnighter

and heading to the Hamptons for the weekend.

I would pack classic seperates and chic dresses

that would take me from day to evening

with a simple change of shoes and bag.

This very demure dress would be perfect by day 

for shopping, elegant lunching and popping by a favourite gallery.

Then simply by slipping on some heels and adding a clutch

it is just right for a romantic dinner at a cosy, local restaurant. 

 

Melissah xox

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Weekend Chic

A little weekend sparkle

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I love the low key but sophisticated air to the Hamptons signature style.

For homes it's all about classic chic in elegant neutrals

 and for fashion it's about laid back yet polished clothing and accessories.

The classic summer white shorts, polos, chinos, button downs and cardigans 

are all undeniable fashion staples in the Hamptons. 

Favoured designers are Polo Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan and Gant.

The Hamptons look is traditional and chic

 with ballet flats, pearls, ladylike handbags and gold jewllery

being the summer's must-have accessories.

Hamptons interiors always look stylish

in white, beige and pale grey with accents in shades of blue.

Melissah xox

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Beach House Kitchen

Hamptons Style Kitchen

Loving theis relaxed, casual style 'beachy' kitchens.

The splash of yellow and aqua

really adds to the coastal vibe.

Melissah xox

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Hamptons Style - Get The Look

 

Re-create this Hamptons Look

I am totally smitten with anything to do with the Hamptons:-

 the scenery, the architecture, the interior design and the lifestyle.

The Hamptons seems to have it all.

I love the classic style of the interiors

~ particularly the kitchens ~

and I'm often re-creating the look for clients

with white weatherboard houses by the sea.

I use plenty of magazine clippings and mood boards

to get the right look for the client.

Melissah xox

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East Hampton Showcase

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I'm always roaming through blogs and magazines
on the lookout for gorgeous Hamptons style inspiration for the new house.

Since I started reading blogs it has improved my skills as a designer 
showcasing clever ideas and colour schemes that other designers have put together.
I am constantly inspired by the Americans and their use of colour 
and the Scandinavians with their rustic, minimal approach.

Today I'm loving this striking and dramatic combination
of black and white with a touch of yellow!

Melissah xox

Images via Desire To Inspire 

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The Art Of Framing

 

Here are some interesting ideas for creating gallery-like picture walls. The idea is great in theory but can ending up looking a bit of a mismatch if you don't stick to a few simple guidelines. I always suggest you keep it to a simple colour combination - black and white is an obvious choice but the results are always successful. It's best to stick to one colour mount card - white of course and one single colour for the frames. Then to create interest vary the size and type of the frames and the size of the finished artwork. Then fun is then all in the hanging!

Melissah xox

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Relaxed Hamptons Style - Get The Look

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I love everything about the Hamptons style ~ from the pavilion style architecture to the warm timbers, detailed windows, parquetry flooring and classic, soft interior furnishings. It's a style of architecture and design that works really well here in Australia. Best of all you don’t need to live by the sea to use this style of decorating. You can keep it classic and timeless or simply by adding nautical and 'beachy'  you can give it a coastal feel.

 

Hamptons fashion style has a relaxed, casual feel leading itself to American sportswear in a palette of navy, white and red with basics such as shorts and chinos in shades of beige and khaki. Think rugby shirts, polos, deck shoes and topsiders. The look is sporty but with classic, polished feel to it.

Melissah xox

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