Today I’m sharing a collection of snapshots from the Palm Party I threw with my friend Jon of Happy Mundane! He came to visit last month, and we had a blast running around Austin, shopping for party supplies, and enjoying a creative collaboration. Read on for an affordable party idea that’s perfect for summer..
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Retro-Modern Roundup
Today I’m starting a new series on the blog! Each week I find myself wanting share interesting articles, art projects, new products and more. So… I thought I’d round them up and present them to you! In each Retro-Modern Roundup, you will find art, design and entertainment news, as well as links to shops that sell retro-style items (such as clothing and jewelry). Not to mention, I’ll share fun DIY projects in case you’re feeling crafty.
A Tour of My Living Room
Today I’m sharing a tour of my living room! Over the last couple of years, I’ve posted tours of my home office, bedroom, kitchen and dining room. In fact, it’s almost time to share updates of some of these spaces, as I tend to change the look of my home a LOT. For now I’ll focus on the living room, which is a mix of retro and modern styles…
Behind the Scenes: Spring Edition
Happy Wednesday! It’s been an exciting couple of weeks for the blog, so I thought I’d share some behind-the-scenes fun. My friend Jon from Happy Mundane came to visit me in Austin, and we worked on a colorful collaboration, then ran around town checking out interesting locations and snapping photos…
Favorite Photos
I wanted to take some time today and check in with all of you. Since the start of the new year, I’ve been making an effort to include more original photo shoots here at Mirror80. I’ve rounded up some of my favorites below. It goes without saying that every week I’ll continue to post lots of original design photos from the ’80s (many of them from my favorite 1980s design books). But I want to know what you’ve enjoyed in terms of original shoots. What are your favorites?
On Mixing Modern and Retro Design Styles…
While it’s easy to get in a matchy-matchy rut when we decorate at home, it’s perfectly acceptable to mix and match. In fact, some would argue that it’s even more interesting to mix styles. Today we take a look at a few clean-lined modern and retro design styles that work well together!
3 Modern Ways to Enjoy ’80s Design at Home
We spend a lot of time checking out awesome ’80s interiors here at Mirror80, but today we’re bringing the retro design story closer to home. Maybe you love 1980s style but you’re not wanting it to completely take over your interior. Or maybe you want to collect as many ’80s pieces as possible but you’re on a budget for now. Read on for a few easy, affordable, modern ways to bring ’80s design home…
Valentine Vibes
It’s officially February, which means it’s time to photograph my collection of ’80s ceramics! There are so many Valentine’s Day visuals that can’t help but channel ’80s style. It’s hard not to love this holiday. With that said, I find that any holiday dedicated to celebrating a certain stage of life (coupledom, parenthood, etc.) can be challenging for those who are yearning for that stage and not a part of it yet, or those who are experiencing it but going through a hard time. I’m all for happy distractions at this time of the year, so bring on the valentine swans…
Valentine Crafts: A Pastel Air Plant Terrarium
At the end of last week, I styled a DIY air plant terrarium for Decoist, and today I’m sharing a few photos from the shoot! Looking for Valentine crafts to create for friends and loved ones? The soft hues of this easy project evoke a retro vibe that’s totally on trend, and you can customize the terrarium with the artful objects of your choice.
Teatime, Retro-Style
Happy 2016! For Mirror80’s first photo shoot of the new year, I was inspired by teapots and product photography from the 1980s. So let’s hit the ground running with some colorful new images of teatime, fully stocked with retro and current items that can’t help but exude ’80s flair…