Jonathan Adler 100 Ways to Happy Chic Your Life

by Jonathan Adler

Overview

Live happily, live stylishly! Celebrity designer Jonathan Adler's newest book is a vibrant, hilarious mash-up of style bible, decorating tome, and self-help guide. In gorgeous, full-color spreads, 100 bold ideas for Happy Chic dwelling, decorating, and entertaining are revealed. As a bonus, five project gatefolds invite readers to create their own Happy Chic handicrafts, including a macramé owl and custom LOVE note cards.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781402775079
Publisher:	Sterling Signature
Publication date:	11/15/2012
Pages:	172
Sales rank:	491,636
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.30(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Ultimate design hyphenate Jonathan Adler is a TV personality, interior decorator, housewares entrepreneur, sharp-witted cultural authority, and mad potter. His eponymous lifestyle brand debuted 18 years ago and now encompasses myriad product lines--from pillows and plates to furniture and lighting--sold in 17 retail stores and hundreds of wholesale outlets. Recently, Adler has branched into fashion, launching a capsule collection for denim brand 7 For All Mankind and partnering with the world-renowned Lacoste sportswear brand.

Editorial Reviews

Designer Adler (Jonathan Adler on Happy Chic Colors) creates residential interiors with a touch of whimsy, incorporating late 1960s and early 1970s decorative accessories with mid-century modern furniture and architecture. Using his own home as an example, Adler discusses the decorative elements that reflect his style—such as his vintage collection of colorful Dansk cookware, vibrant needlepoint pillows, and bright slag glass in the garden. Included with the design tips are Adler's suggestions for movies, books, and travel destinations; brief notes about some of his favorite designers and celebrities; and more than 100 photographs and color illustrations. Projects are included to make a macramé owl, block-print card, and a cross-stitched monogram. VERDICT This overall approach to Adler's style will appeal to those seeking fun, fresh ideas for their own homes.

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