elements of a wonderous dwelling

{everything about this room is exquisite. i especially am obsessed with the raised sleigh.bed-esque headboard. the color combination is a perfect warm/cool chic contrast}

 {a la the bass/humphrey penthouse, this canvas portrait is simple and chic}

{for a small sitting room, having some sort of regal and historical painting 

instantly adds a sense of mystery and poise, as well as a great conversation piece.

for me, i would have 2 like this photo: chief justice john marshall & alexander hamilton}

 {do you ever get bags from boutiques or stores that are just so  well made or so unique you can't throw them away or use them forever? well here is a great idea for an office or den. for me, i would must.have a bergdorf goodman bag and one from addison craig a fine shoe store in long boat key, fl. to start my collection and add a few more as i go. maybe a bag from the store your engagement ring was from, or a store where you bought a monumental item, like the 24k gold "little letter" necklace i bought myself from alex.woo when i graduated high school}

 {this home bar for the a.forementioned "man cave" i must have in my home for my husband.

 this screams mad.men sleek chic, my favorite look/theme}

 {wallpaper is a risky decision. it is purely hit or miss, and more times than not, it is a miss. however, having one small closet, hallway or bathroom wallpapered in a well.made and rich pattern adds instant sass and is all the decorating you need. drab hall coat closet? line it in a pattern with a pop of color and it is the equivalent of a professionally decorated parlor}