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A Renovation with a Fresh New Look!
When the homeowners found this gorgeous house, originally built in 1937, they loved its close proximity to school and activities for their three children. But to accommodate their family of five, the...
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Book Signing at Lam Bespoke (formerly Hien Lam Home)
It's going to be an exciting week! I have a book signing this Thursday, October 11th from 11am to 3pm at Lam Bespoke, formerly Hien Lam Home, in Houston-- a wonderful store!! I first learned about Hien...
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Two Laguna Beach Homes with Ohara Davies-Gaetano
I was so in love with the thoughtful accessorizing and beautifully arranged spaces that designer Ohara Davies-Gaetano had created in her store, Bliss Home & Design, that I was dying to see some of...
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Blaygeen [bley-geen]- The Perfect Shade of Blue-Gray-Green
The new Addition of Antique Shops and Designers Magazine is out which features the article I just wrote on how to find that perfect shade of blue, gray, green. Here is a sneak peak-- Hope you enjoy!!...
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Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween! It's definitely not Halloween without pumpkins… and with an annual pumpkin crop of 1.1 billion pounds in the US, I don't think I'm alone in this belief! In celebration of the ghoulish...
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Ceiling Love!!!
In previous centuries, the ceiling was the most decorated surface in a room. Carved beams, exquisite plaster moldings, and elaborate mural work were used to adorn the "fifth wall," creating a truly...
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Thanksgiving Place Card Ideas
For fall entertaining casual or formal, creating the perfect "tablescape" has become all the rage!! One of my favorite parts to add to the table to give it that personal touch are place cards! Just...
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Thanksgiving Centerpieces!
On a hectic Thanksgiving day with far too little oven space and far too many herbs and shallots to chop, my favorite thing to think about is setting a pretty table. So this year, I've found an...
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What Segreto Did This Week - Part III And Book Give-A-Way!
Whenever I bump into friends and colleagues, they're always curious about any exciting projects I'm working on. And lately, we've done so many beautiful finishes that I wanted to share a few of these...
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You're Invited - Our Shop is Open!
So many of you have sent me emails wanting to see us completely moved in to our new space... And, we're ready for the grand tour! We are getting geared up for our Holiday Open House, and you are all...
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Festive, Fun Holiday Decor
Thanks to everyone who joined Segreto at our Holiday Open House both with well wishes and in person! It was so much fun, a great turnout and we raised money for such a wonderful cause! Although...
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Natural Christmas
Christimas is almost here and I love all the decorations. This year I am doing all natural for the holidays. There's just a beautiful simplicity to using fresh materials, and of course, there's the...
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Happy Holidays!
Have a Very Merry Christmas! Cheers to all!! Enjoy the Holidays with Family and friends!! Much Love--Xo Leslie
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Can You Live in White?
Happy New year Everyone!! Full of new beginnings and new resolutions! I thought white which represents new beginnings and purity would be a great start to the new year!! White is such a staple seen in...
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Ohara Davies-Gaetano on Sophisticated Neutrals
Monochromatic, tone-on-tone designs seem to be all the rage right now. When this trend uses whites, creams, and neutrals, I think it's especially alluring - a beautiful way to bring a sense of...
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Pretty Offices for Two
Whether you work from home or need a place to organize your family’s various meetings and activities, a functional yet pretty office space is a must. I’ve always loved having workspaces that can...
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Making Small Offices Beautiful
This week I wanted to revisit offices and share a few more ideas on storage and accessories for any size workplace. From desk areas integrated into other rooms to offices housed in converted closets, a...
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The Dallas Market
Well, the Dallas Market was so much fun!!! This was my first trip there, so there was a lot to look at. We met with so many wonderful people and loved seeing all the creative ideas and designs. Arm in...
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Rusty Arena - Couture Fabrics and Wallcoverings
What a treat for me! One of my "heroes" in the art field - renowned fabric designer Rusty Arena - gave me a private tour of his studio!!! We met recently at Matt Camron Rugs & Tapestries when I was...
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Happy Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine's Day!!! In celebration, enjoy my Pinterest collection of all things pink, heart-shaped, and handmade! Saint Valentine, for whom the day commemorates, was supposedly known for...
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