Wednesday, November 27, 2013

FRENCH DRAMA




I am a decorating drama queen! I love love love to bring drama to any decor!

And black is just the perfect way to bring some much needed ohh-la-la to my dining room...







I have been looking for a little "something" for the far corner of my dining room for awhile. So when I saw this lovely french beauty it was in the trunk of my car in no time flat!



Oh, such beautiful legs!








Her name is Margaux and she came from one of my very favorite stores, Ethan Allen. She was a floor model that I got for half price! You know I am addicted to quality at great prices! Ethan Allen has FABULOUS floor sales... and their quality is legendary!



She sits in front of the curtains I made from Ethan Allen fabric (on sale too)! I think the fabric on the seat of Margaux flatters the curtains!


Ohh-la-la!








Adding some black to my very light, neutral living spaces adds depth, richness and grounds the room. So Margaux was just the right touch of drama my dining room needed!










Adding a little bit of rich black to the dining room works well with the black accents in the living room...









which is just across the foyer from the dining room.

And the foyer was recently repainted with black glossy banisters.

Oh, I adore a little bit of sophisticated black! 







So welcome lovely Margaux... you are finally home!








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35 comments:

  1. Ooooh I love it. The shape of the chair is great.

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  2. That is a lovely piece! I agree it has a nice grounding affect. I love the specials they run at Ethan Allen. Your stairway really came out great- I know how pleased you must be with it.

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  3. It's stunning! And having an extra chair or two in the dining room is always a good idea.

    Also adore that swan tureen!!

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  4. She is a beauty and makes a statement! Lovely!

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  5. Ooh La La!! Tres bien. Wow! It certainly adds the punch. Love your house and the stairway is gorgeous.

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  6. I love her too! Nothing like a little black to give a room some sparkle! <3!

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  7. I love to accent with black also. The chair's beautiful, and I'm loving what you're doing with the stairway.

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  8. I love the chair too! But what caught my eye was your gorgeous chandelier over the dining room table! Would you please share where you purchased that beauty? I LOVE your decorating style!

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    1. Hi Joy, the chandy came from Overstocks. com .

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    2. Thanks for sharing! My husband just ordered it for my Christmas gift! I can't wait!

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  9. Lovely, and I agree a little black does the trick:)

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  10. Love it! What a perfect piece to tie in with surrounding rooms! And the shape is lovely. I love your decorating style and your stairway came out perfect! Love the black banister.

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  11. ~Yonne~

    What a pretty chair ~ I too like the black accent pieces, just hope never to get tired of black!! Can you tell me what glossy black paint brand you used on the banister. Thank you
    Take care and have a blessed Thanksgiving.

    Paula
    In.

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    1. Hi Paula, My hubby got "glossy black" at Lowes. Nothing special. But it really made a huge difference!

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  12. Beautiful new addition, Yvonne! I love the black chair and how it ties in with all of your other black accents! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  13. Beautiful chair! Adds that extra umph! to the room. BTW...what paint color is on your walls?

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    1. Hi Maria, our walls are Benjamin Moore Sonnet. We love the color. So easy to live with!

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  14. I think it's perfect! Black has always been my fav go to accent color.

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  15. HI Yvonne,
    A beautiful chair and I love the glossy black finish.
    Happy Thanksgiving!

    xoxo
    Karena
    The Arts by Karena!

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  16. I love all of your black accents. Thank you for the Ethan Allen info! Your home is so welcoming; something that is not always easy to achieve. (I love the painted piece in your living room; did you paint that?) Happy Thanksgiving,

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  17. A beautiful addition to your Dining Room.

    Denise

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  18. You are right Yvonne...it's the perfect accent chair. I need to add more black to my rooms...I tend to go with navy but it doesn't have the same impact. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  19. That Margaux is a very lovely lady and she has found a great home in your dining room…I love it when you find a great deal and able to take it home right then…instant gratification is always a good thing!…Happy Thanksgiving Yvonne to you and your family….

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  20. LOVE the chair! and your living room looks gorgeous!

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  21. Yvonne,
    Oh~la~la, such a magnificent chair for your dining room, living room, any room!!!
    Thank you for giving us another glimpse of your lovely home.
    Prayers for renewed health and strength, dear friend!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  22. the only thing i would have do was to get two. i love it. ang

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  23. Oh, most definitely Margaux is a keeper - she's a true beauty!

    Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! Enjoy!!

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  24. Hi Yvonne. Margaux is certainly a beauty and she does looks just right in her new home. Your living room is so beautiful also.A touch of black is never wrong. It always sets everything off so nicely. Have a very wonderful Thanksgiving..Judy

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  25. Well, Margaux is a beautiful new addition to your beautiful home! As you know, I, too, LOVE any black accents in a room. She is the perfect touch. Wishing you a VERY happy and blessed Thanksgiving and that it will be pAIN FREE!!!! I didn't get a chance to call you, Brian is up from Fl.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This Mama is HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! XOXO

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  26. Margaux is so pretty, Yvonne! You have transformed your home so beautifully! I love all the touches of black; it's so elegant and classic! I hope you are feeling better! Do take care of yourself!

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  27. Yvonne, what a great deal on a beautiful chair. I love Ethan Allen's quality too. Happy Thanksgiving!

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  28. Welcome home Margaux! :-) I believe every room should have a pop of black in it. (I hope you are recovering well from surgery)

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