Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Faux Accessorizing

Last weekend I had the lovely opportunity to go up to the Big Apple with a couple of friends. On my journey through Hell's Kitchen, Chelsea and Midtown, I stumbled upon a great little restaurant with a wonderful afternoon happy hour. Who doesn't love a great happy hour with friends and a lovely atmosphere? Especially one with a tasty menu and tasteful decor!

Speaking of taste...many people have the pre notion that accessorizing with anything "fake" is just taboo. I tend to disagree. It all depends on how it's used in the design setting. I personally love classy faux flower arrangements because I think they are a great way to bring pops of color into a space, without having to deal with the necessary maintenance that living plants require. It's even better if the decorations look like they could be mistaken for real floral arrangements!

While enjoying my stylish cocktail at the massive centrally located bar inside of the restaurant Pounds & Ounces, I turned to my left and witnessed a statement floral piece. At the end of the bar was a massive colorful floral arrangement, and the second I saw it, I knew I needed a picture of it. Yes, it's not a residential setting, but it definitely makes a monumental statement in this Chelsea restaurant!




(delicious shareable cocktails)





(the statement floral arrangement)



The spherical arrangement of the varied pink and orange flowers really gives a great punch of color to the multiple dark colored walls inside of the establishment. And the best part? You never have to water them!


Don't fret the faux!