THESE FOUR WALLS:: Marie Flanigan Interiors

Rooms that are visually beautiful, comfortable but with added flair, not overly formal, unpretentious yet refined, describes the well-designed interior spaces of Marie Flanigan Interiors. The contrasting dark color of the island adds weight to the room and stands out amid the all white kitchen. These elegant tufted dining chairs featuring a nailhead trim are my kind of seating. A…

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A Note from Rose Angel: DESIGN BY OCCASION TURNS 1!

Although my company formed back in May, 2011, today is officially the 1st year anniversary of launching the website for Design by Occasion! To believe how time has flown by since my very first post back on October 1, 2013. Over the past several months, I’ve watched my readership grow steady and I’m thankful to all…

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ENTERTAINING: “Black-Tie” Inspiration

Today, I’m bringing you another ‘Entertaining’ inspiration board. Inspired by the ‘black-tie’, this dress code is normally worn at evening events, an invitation-only gala or very formal wedding. This perfect color combination makes a dramatic statement that translates to glamour and sophistication. If I could jump into this scene, this is definitely a soirée that…

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ASSORTED HAND-PIES: Apple & Pear with Cardamom

With supermarket shelves selling an abundant amount of apples, one cannot help but think of baking an autumn inspired dessert.  So yesterday, I baked an assortment of decorated Hand-Pies and enhanced a classic apple pie recipe to a scrumptious Apple & Pear with Cardamom! Adapted from Martha Stewart’s Chai-Spice Apple Pie, I tweaked her recipe by adding…

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HAPPY FRIDAY

There’s nothing like getting a little pampered, whether it’s visiting a spa for a facial, getting a mani and pedi or having your hair done, wouldn’t you say? I’ll be doing the latter. There’s no denying that a new hairdo not only has you looking good but feeling good too! I’m looking forward to a…

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