A very happy New Year to all our lovely readers. As we always do annually, we’d like to start 2017 off with a bang by introducing the top design trends for the new year. From fashion to interiors and beyond, we have a long list of everything that’s going to be hot this year. We will explore each bullet point on our list one-by-one to get a closer look at the potential behind each one.
To start, we’re delving into the beautiful world of butterflies. A major hit on the runway and interiors, butterflies are fluttering their way into 2017 and we welcome them gladly. We’re loving the surreal, whimsical symbolism the butterfly brings. Major brands (think Dior and Christian Lacroix) have done an excellent job of taking the iconic insect and elevating it in ultra chic, contemporary ways. From photo-realistic wallpapers to embroidery, appliqué, and taxidermy, these examples show how easy it is to incorporate this 2017 trend into the wardrobe or home.
Christmastime always conjures up images of wintery white, silvery accents, and pine boughs. Design inspiration for me demands a type of rustic sophistication. No one does winter white better than the Scandinavians, and despite different labels (Swedish, Gustavian or Nordic) this clean, sophisticated palette is the very definition of winter.
On Madison brings you some of our favorite images to inspire your holiday and winter decorating. A weather chair next to something modern, an arrangement of pine boughs in a primitive basket…a little Scandinavian style will warm even the chilliest winter days.
Happy Holidays! It seems impossible that it’s already December 23rd, but what better way to ring in the season than with a round up of weekend delights that will tickle your tastebuds, spark some Christmas cheer, and spread joy in our fair city. Hope your Christmas shopping is almost done and those presents are wrapped, because there are some awesome things happening this weekend that we wouldn’t want you to miss.
Descanso Gardens Enchanted: Forest of Light | Tickets and dates here
Enjoy an interactive light show on this one mile guided tour through the beautiful Descanso Gardens for “Enchanted: Forest of Light”. Guests will be able to manipulate and affect these unique light displays as they wander through Oak groves and fields of light and color. See more of the truly enchanting atomosphere on TimeOut, who has a stunning array of photographs of the show.
Union Station’s final Cocoa Concert | Friday, December 23rd (6pm-10pm)
Union Station has long been overlooked by locals so they’ve recently begun hosting numerous events from free music to film noir movie screenings of movies actually filmed inside the historical building, to the Cocoa Concert Series (yes, as in free hot cocoa) within the station. Tonight you can enjoy the sizzling sounds of live salsa music and dance lessons with La Picante, a “Naughty or Nice” photo booth, and of course Santa will be roaming around for free “Selfies with Santa”. Elves will be handing out endless free hot chocolate, so grab your ugliest Christmas sweater (yes, there will be a contest as well) and hop on the Gold line to join in the festivities. Head on over to their website or Instagram for the latest news and events happening at Union Station.
A Christmas Day Feast at Georgie | Sunday, December 25th (12pm-9pm)
This Sunday, Georgie restaurant at the five star Montage hotel in Beverly Hills will be hosting an all-day-fete from noon to 9pm (!) that sounds like it’d be a wonderful holiday gift for any food lover. Featuring rolling champagne cocktail carts, traditional Christmas and Hanukah favorites, savory and sweet items from brunch to dinner, and hot chocolate with festive toppings for each table, it sounds like a treat especially for those that aren’t looking forward to doing the dishes and cleaning the silver for Christmas. Not to mention how gorgeousthe Montage looks all decked out for the holidays. And the interior of Georgie, ooh la la! There will definitely be a lot of Instagram-worthy moments if you’re joining Georgie for their Christmas Day feast. See more of their beautiful restaurant and food on their Instagram here.
Whether it’s Christmas, Hanukah, or Kwanzaa that you celebrate, we’re wishing you the best from all of us at On Madison.
