Tag Archives: contemporary

What’s Your Ring Style – Traditional, Contemporary, or Unconventional?

Photo by Jenny Rollo In my philosophies on life and marriage I’m traditional yet unconventional and I think my engagement and wedding rings reflect that. Though when Wayne and I were picking them out I didn’t realize any of that at the time. Traditional I consider diamond solitaires perched atop plain gold or silver bands traditional engagement rings. But vintage or antique rings, either fashioned to look that way or because they were handed down and really are, also can be considered traditional. Mine qualifies as traditional, because it is a round cut diamond solitaire and the band is gold. … Continue reading →

Describe Your Dream Home

I’d love to hear from anyone who would like to describe his or her dream home. Would it have many bedrooms, bathrooms, and other private spaces, or would it be large, open, and airy? Would it be traditional or contemporary or something in between? Would you like to live in the city, just outside it, in the suburbs, or miles away from everything and everyone? How would your home be furnished? Clean lines, pure elegance, or casual comfort? Would you add a home theater, or would you be happier with a spa, an indoor pool, or a pool table? Maybe … Continue reading →

Selecting Picture Frames

Choosing the appropriate picture frame is as important as choosing the artwork you want to display in a space. Both the art and the frame should have some element that makes them complementary to the rest of your decor. If your space is somewhat eclectic, mixing and matching picture frames may have a certain appeal. It is still wise to retain some commonality between the pieces, even when the styles are very different, such as choosing frames that are similar in scale or color. Another thing to consider is that some art can stand alone. A highly abstract piece may … Continue reading →