nstead of taking a look back at our favorite posts from November, today we’re traveling to the past, reveling in the present and looking forward to the future. I started this blog in 2010, and by 2011, I was definitely ready to get festive when the holidays rolled around. So let’s see how Mirror80 has celebrated seasonal style throughout the years, starting with Christmas past.
1980s Design Inspiration: Mixing Patterns
Today’s post is all about the ’80s trend of mixing patterns! Whether you love each and every pattern in today’s post or you wouldn’t use them in your home to save your life, surely you’ll agree that these four rooms have something. Call it whimsy! Call it boldness. Call it a beautiful blend of colors and shapes. Ready to see more?…
Holiday Gift Guide: Modern Decor from CB2
Instead of one large Mirror80 holiday gift guide this year, I’ll be sharing a few roundups from some of my favorite brands. Folks, these aren’t sponsored posts. I’m just a loyal customer who can’t help myself when I find an affordable shop consistently offering amazing modern decor. And those who know me well know of my obsession with CB2. Here are some of my favorite CB2 gift picks with retro-modern style. And they’re all under $30!!!…
Camille Walala for Aria
For last month’s London Design Festival 2015, artist Camille Walala created an array of vibrant products for Aria, adding a bold dose of color to the shop with items that ranged from furniture and pillows to ceramics and prints. Aria is still offering these works of art, and today we take a look at some of our very favorites!
The AW2015 Collection by ferm LIVING
Each season I eagerly await the new arrivals from ferm LIVING, a Denmark-based design and interior products company founded by Trine Andersen. I’ve been known to check the site repeatedly when I sense a new collection is on the horizon! This season I was absolutely delighted by the retro motifs that appear in the AW2015 Collection. From Bauhaus-inspired pieces to modular tables that bring playful design home, the new offerings are rooted in the company’s Scandinavian-meets-retro aesthetic. And I’m loving the emphasis on retro!…
A Tour of My 1980s Kitchen
Hi Everyone! Today I’m sharing a tour of my 1980s kitchen (the house was built in ’81). Truth: the space has been remodeled since the 1980s, but there are still plenty of ’80s elements, like the garden window above the sink and the pairing of cream and black! When we moved in two years ago, this room became my very favorite in the house.
High/Low: The Retro Style Game
Luxe retro finds can be expensive! But if you’re willing to shop for look-a-likes, you can save a pretty penny. Today we introduce a new series called High/Low. It’s a guessing game of sorts…each High/Low post will pose a question, and today’s question is this: 1stdibs or Z Gallerie? That’s right, we’re asking you to guess which is the high-end retro 1stdibs find and which is the more affordable new, retro-style Z Gallerie item. Check out the photos below and then scroll down to the bottom of the post for the answers. They just might surprise you!
A Memphis-Meets-Deco Home Tour
Today’s home tour is a celebration of creativity and resourcefulness! Combining elements of Memphis-Milano style with ’80s Deco flair and eclectic touches, Meg Gustafson and Neal Miller have filled their Chicago abode with unique collectibles, innovative DIY projects and loads of personality.
Target Goes New Memphis
With New Memphis design and still life style going strong in the realm of product photography, it’s no surprise that big brands are wholeheartedly embracing the look for their large campaigns. The latest is Target, whose back to college shoot is covered with grids, sprinkles, squiggles and geo flair. And since one of my favorite pastimes is “spot the Memphis,” I had to share these photos as soon as they came across my radar…
My Retro Eclectic Dining Room
Hope everyone’s having a good weekend! I decided to tackle a few projects in my dining room and wanted to share the results. This room has appeared in many of Mirror80’s Retro Foodie posts, and to be honest, it’s always been a work in progress. As you can tell by the photo above, it’s not a strictly ’80s space, although it does feature many ’80s elements. I like to call it “retro eclectic”…
