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How to Style a Coffee Table

Lucite coffee table inspiration / how to style a coffee table

Each week I'm sharing budget decor tips to help you achieve the look of the stylish abodes seen in our favorite design magazines. This week, it's all about decorating a coffee table (on the cheap!). Check out my blog, A Vintage Splendor, for more decor tips and advice.

I change up our coffee table décor on a weekly basis. I enjoy swapping out books, magazines, adding fresh flowers or new succulents, and adding new vintage treasures into the mix. A coffee table is one of the key places in every home, whether it’s where you sit and watch TV, enjoy morning coffee with your family, or entertain guests for cocktails. Styling a coffee table is a reflection of your home’s style and personality, in other words, it's the outfit your coffee table wears daily...so don’t let her sit naked!

Off the Rack: H&M Summer Highlights + Sale


H&M summer sale

Yesterday I stopped by the H&M store at my local Westfield Center to pick up a cute first birthday outfit for my son, who turns one next week (eeek!), and to check out the summer sale for myself. If you're looking for beachy summer picks, H&M has you covered with lots of maxi dress and maxi skirt options, peasant blouses and kimono style coverups. They've also got tons of mid-riff baring crop tops and cut-offs, silky shorts and Equipment style blouses (as noted by an alert reader in the comments of this post). Other highlights included pajama-style print pants, a "Celfie" tank top and chunky heel sandals. The sale stuff I saw was less summery, things like denim, fuzzy sweaters and other separates in darker colors. But I did manage to pick up a cotton gingham shirt for just $10. Instant favorite. And I also found not one but three cute bday outfits for my baby boy - gotta love H&M! Take a look at these photos I snapped and let me know if you like anything you see!

Exclusive Boden 3-Day Sale: 30% Off Plus Free Shipping & Returns


Boden Sale

For three days only, Friday, 6/13 – Sunday, 6/15, Boden is having an exclusive sale featuring 30% OFF EVERYTHING plus free shipping and returns! Moms, this means Mini Boden is on sale, too, which is some of the cutest clothes for baby EVER. Use coupon code K9H4 at checkout. Here are a few colorful summer pieces to entice you...


Linen Slub Tee / Palma Sandal / Bistro Shorts / Palermo Tote

Video: What's in My Weekend Getaway Bag





When packing for a summer getaway, I try to pack light by keeping my beauty routine simple and my style effortless. That's why I've teamed up with Nair to share what's going in my weekend getaway bag, from my go-to hair removal product, Nair Shower Power Moroccan Argan Oil, to fun, beachy accessories. Just one product gives me smooth skin that lasts for days, giving me the freedom to kick back, relax and enjoy my vacay without having to worry about stubble. Check out the short video above to find out more about Nair Shower Power as well as a few of my other favorite fashion and beauty items that are perfect for a weekend escape!

Join the conversation online with hashtag #NairSummer

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Nair and Style Coalition.

Accessory Steal of the Week: White Sunnies


Accessory Steal of the Week: White Sunnies

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly accessory that’s available online or in-stores. This week, it’s all about sunnies. Check out how I’m wearing the accessory steal in my Staples Series on SydneStyle.com!

Sunglasses instantly add a fresh update to any outfit. Plus, they’re perfect for those days you’re running errands and don’t feel like putting on makeup. For a cool, trendy look, try a pair of white frames.