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Design Confetti: Kim Lucian's Antique Treasures & Auction Finds

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 02.01.24 | Tam Tran
Kim Lucian sits gracefully with her head resting on her right hand, in front of a built-in shelf | BRG

Explore online auctions with Kim Lucian of Design Confetti, as she shares her passion for sourcing vintage and antique finds. Discover ornate comforts, unique pieces, and gain insights into Kim's design style. Uncover the world of estate sales and online auctions through this curated collection.

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Three Colors of the Year That'll Inspire You

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 12.23.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
A David Goldhagen multi-colored swirl bowl has shades of magenta similar to Pantone’s 2023 color of the year … Viva Magenta | BRG

If you're looking to branch out beyond the warm neutrals and greige tones of the past few years by adding rich jewel-tones to your walls and interior spaces, 2023 is going to be the year of inspiration.

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Amazing Secrets for a Collected Eclectic Home with Alcione Miranda-Myers

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 08.19.22 | Tam Tran
Amazing Secrets for a Collected Eclectic Home with Alcione Miranda-Myers | BRG

In this week’s edition of Complementary. Guest Curations, Alcione selects her favorite online auctions items to inspire you to create a collected eclectic style for your home. Here are her two curations for styling a living room and styling a fireplace

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How to Create a Classic Chinoiserie Chic Display with Cynthia Shirey

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.20.22 | Tam Tran
Get a classic, timeless look with Cynthia Shirey | BRG

Meet self-taught interior stylist, Cynthia Shirey, who’ll inspire you to achieve an effortless classic, timeless look with a bit of chinoiserie in this week’s Complementary. Guest Curations.

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Modern Judaica Collection: Antiques and Vintage Jewish Art, Artifacts, and More

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 05.10.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
A wall filled with the mezuzah collection of Miriam and Robert Rothman is impressive. | BRG

When the world-traveling widow of a prominent traveling Rabbi downsizes, her impressive globally-sourced collection of Judaica are slated to go into an online auction.

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Raleigh's Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces

City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 02.28.22 | Connor Lemieux
 | BRG

If you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.

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Upstate Updates with CJ Swank

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 02.02.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
A vibrant, yet relaxing living room designed by CJ Swank using antiques and vintage elements sourced from online auctions, estate sales, and thrift shops. | BRG

When CJ Swank, a former Visual Arts Director retired and began chronicling her experiences in updating her upstate New York on instagram (@cjswank_newyork), insta browsers took notice. Her eclectic and fun design sense permeates her feed. Discover what's inside as CJ shares her curated selection of antiques and vintage pieces.

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How to Add Antique & Vintage Pieces to your Stylish Living Room
 with Mary Aspen Richardson

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.14.21 | Guest: Mary Aspen Richardson
Mary Aspen Richardson, an interior design enthusiast and a professional blogger shares her tips on integrating vintage and antique items to create a stylish modern living room | BRG

Although the antique style brings a particular emotional relevance, random placement of such items carries the risk of creating an outdated look in your new modern living room. However, there are several different ways to decorate with antique pieces, while still keeping your home both stylish and timeless - trust me!

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Secrets on Taking it to the Max with Daniel Mathis

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 06.30.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Daniel Mathis, collector and maximalist shares insights to his design aesthetic | BRG

As a long-time collector, Daniel discovered many years ago that estate sales and auctions were some of the best places to find one-of-a-kind pieces that might set your space apart from all the rest. Learn how maximalist, Daniel Mathis, styles his estate sale finds.

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Author, Journalist, Collector: The Estate of Patricia K. Brooks

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 06.21.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Writer. Activist. Traveler. Critic. The estate collection of Patricia K. Brooks encapsulates the life of this well-rounded, well-traveled woman. Learn more about her life, works, and life's collections.

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