But who are they to say anyway?
One persons color cacophony may be anothers perfectly calibrated color cocoon.
People walk in and say, This looks just like you!
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The fun decor packs morebold color.
I cant just do plain.
Id be bored to death!
But her best find might be her decorator pal Tami Ramsay ofCloth & Kind.
Instead of reining it all in, Ramsay became Susies fervent enabler.
I was seeing her become more and more adventurous, Ramsay says.
The manyshades of coraland teal take center stage in the living room.
Youve heard it a million times: If you love it, it will go together.
But if youve tried this advice, you know its easier said than done.
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The sofa was a secondhand midcentury piece that cost $100 and seemed to beg for a special fabric.
Tami and Susie chose a Kelly Wearstler linen that echoes the colors in the room.
Ramsay turned an estate-sale vase into a lamp.
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Its a more-is-more approach but with clear color direction.
The effect feels like color kismet, mirroring the effervescent energy of its owner.
The barstools leather seats are easy to clean, and the polished wood bases coordinate with the island.
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Brass fixtures echo the ocher accents carried through the house.
The colors might be quiet, but theres nothing neutral about this nook.
When sofa shopping isnt yielding the perfect shape for the room, abuilt-in banquetteis a smart move.
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The platform base and bench-style top maximize available space, and nubby wool cushions add durability.
The riotous mix of pillows includes block-print textiles and others sourced from Etsy and Instagram ads!
Textiles in a sunny spot will fade from sunlight, so use inexpensive fabrics.
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The art is Susies passionshes always on the lookoutand her collection includes found art and pieces by local artists.
Powder rooms are often the spot to go wild as theyre used only moments a day.
Still, this wallpaper initially shocked the adventurous owner.
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Art and a custom shower curtain make for a luxe bathing experience.
Buy an additional curtain and ask a curtain maker to create a matching pelmet to hide the rods.
Moody was the mandate for the bedroom, which was achieved with deep teal paint on walls and trim.
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Ramsay is a believer in a quiet space for sleeping (and occasional TV-watching).
Working on this helped me get more confident in my creativity, Susie says.
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