ARE YOU A HIPSTER?

I recently read an article online (where else?) decrying the proliferance of "hipster" living and listing the items in your home that could either make or break your hipster status . I find this kind of lifestyle/cultural trivia mildly entertaining and so I had to see for myself which furnishings the writer considered "hipster" worthy. The premise of the article was to state that folks are actually becoming more and more homogenized, despite their best attempts to stand apart from the crowd with their style and eclectic tastes. It was actually kind of enlightening. The long and short of it is that I discovered that I am definitely not a hipster at present, but if I could acquire a coveted piece such as, say, a ghost chair which you can view here , my status could be instantly transformed. Actually, I really do like ghost chairs, even if you seem them everywhere now. Another option for aspiring hipsters is to hang decorative antlers, buy an overdyed rug or use skateboards as a wall decoration instead of a means of transportation. Hmmm.....what do you think??  

Any decor elements that scream "hipster" to you or some you'd even like to incorporate for yourself? Do tell!

SMART SEATING FROM SMART FURNITURE

Louis Ghost Armchair

Looking for some stylish and versatile seating solutions? Anyone who reads this blog knows by now I have a thing for chairs! I have used quite a few as subjects in my paintings and they never fail to interest me and draw my eye.

Here is one that I am sure you're probably familiar with, because it's already established itself as a new design classic and it's destined to stay that way. Phillipe Starck's much celebrated Louis Ghost Armchair by Kartell. I love the modern take on classic Louis lines, as well as the clean and "light" aspect it introduces to a room.

Dr. No Chair

Here's another practical, yet design savvy option - perfect for outdoors this Spring and Summer as well! I kept spotting the Dr. No Chair everywhere last time I was in Europe.

Both of these chairs are available in a selection of great colors and are sure to infuse a bit of youthful chic to any setting! Click on the photos or links now to check them out or request a FREE catalog from Smart Furniture, who offer a broad array of quality design classics at a great price and are now also offering FREE SHIPPING on these two chairs as well! Don't miss this great offer! Click on the chair names or photos for more information.

THE GHOST FOR LITTLE ONES

The much-celebrated "Ghost Chair" by Phillipe Starck now available in a mini version for children!

As most of you know, Phillipe Starck is one of the most prolific designers of our day. The Ghost Chair is one of his most popular designs to date and now this hip dad has designed a smaller version for little people who deserve a little style also. How cute would these be in a child's room or playroom? They just came out in Europe this Summer and will be available shortly in the US through Kartell for about $116. Available in a variety of candy-colored transparent pastel colors (fluorescent orange and green, sugar pink, blue, sky blue, purple, lilac, and pale green) and three opaque colors (red, white, black). They are made from polycarbonate, resistant to scratches and feature perfect ergonomics. It's a shame no one has come out with a miniature Saarinen oval table for kids, too! How perfect would that be paired with these chairs?

Photos courtesy of Marie Claire Maison