ABC Carpet & Home Presents: 'East x East' Antique Chinese Rug Exhibition

ABC Home is known for their great finds for home decor and interiors. Starting tomorrow, through the weekend, an exhibition will showcase unique and rare Asian rugs that will be for sale in New York. Read all about it below, and details for location and timings are at the bottom. Enjoy! Tweet (@lavanpoise) or Instagram (@lacevanillaandpoise) us a picture of your visit or buy. We'd love to see it. Don't forget to tag us and hash-tag #abccarpetandhome!

From the far-east to the east coast, ABC Carpet & Home is pleased to bring you “East x East,” a premiere exhibition of over 300 Chinese antique rugs dating from the mid 19^th century to the early 1930’s. Theexhibition will be on view from Thursday, February 28th through Sunday, March 31st in the Antique Rug Gallery (6th Floor) at  ABC Carpet & Home.

For the first time, this assortment of unusual and rare Ninxghia, Peking's, Mongolians Khotans and Art Deco Chinese rugs, will be available for purchase at ABC Carpet & Home.

(scroll down for a sneak peek of the collection!)

Many from the region of Tianjin, where weavers first introduced secondary color palettes, these uncommon, eye-catching designs blend old world style and haute deco character. Design elements include surreal pictorial scenes, exotic flowers, and asymmetrical patterns with rich vibrant colors and jewel tones. Sizes range from 2’x3’ to 13’x20’.

This collection is composed of some of the most unique rugs in the market today. Highly sought after by collectors and consumers alike, Chinese Art Deco rugs of this sort are widely appreciated for their individuality, just as any truly great work of art.

With the resurgence of Asian influence in design and fashion, many designers are taking cultural cues and inspiration from the exotic design motifs of rugs and textiles in this realm. This unprecedented exhibition combines history and design to actualize an inspirational experience that will take the viewer on a visually stimulating yet historical journey.

Here's (including the above two) a sneak peek of the collection that will be available tomorrow onwards:

Locations and Timings:

Thursday, February 28^th through Sunday, March 31^st - Exhibition

Address: Antique Rug Gallery

888 Broadway, 6th Floor

New York, NY 10003

Monday to Wednesday: 10am to 7pm

Thursday: 10am to 8pm

Friday & Saturday: 10am to 7pm

Sunday: 12pm to 6pm

Links:

http://www.abchome.com

http://www.abccarpet.comhttp://www.abckitchennyc.com

http://www.abchomeandplanetfoundation.org

All information and pictures provided by ABC Carpet & Home

Kenzo Women's SS13 Clouded Leopard Print

photos and information courtesy of HAVAS PR Middle East

Valentine's Day Preppin'

There's only a few hours left before Valentine's Day!

The day dedicated to celebrating love and happiness, and 

a day to make an extra gesture. LVP has a list of posts to help

you add a little romantic gesture to your VDay this year. Still 

stuck and need some last minute ideas? Take a look at the posts

linked below and you're sure to be inspired!

Take a look at 'Last Minute Cupid' for fun last minute

ideas that wont leave you with nothing on Valentine's Day

Men can be hard to shop for, but hopefully this 'Gift Guide'

complied by LVP and the help of some men with great

taste will set you in the right direction

Here are some more ideas for last minute inspiration

and some DIY options for VDay: 'Cute & Easy Ideas'

A bunch of red roses?! Uh..no thank you. I think they

are so clichéd and overdone...and honestly, just a bouquet

of red roses doesn't look that pretty to me. But of course

everyone's entitled to their own opinion. However, I 

think it's a great idea to put together a bouquet of flowers

that say something, or a couple of things. Full of meaning.

And it changes things up a bit, making the bouquet more

unique. Take a look at our guide to 'Flowers' Meaning', a

readers' favourite, to figure out which bloom(s) best fit

your relationship!

And remember, Valentine's Day celebrates 'love'

You can celebrate love even if you're single! So

treat yourself!!

Sole Lounge Launches in Dubai

Launching for the first time outside of London and into Level Shoe District is the Sole Lounge by Margaret Dabbs.

The celebrity favourite, renowned foot specialist is taking her expertise and her professional foot experts and nail technicians from London to offer both male and female visitors to Level Shoe District first class sole therapies with a difference – fusing pampering and beauty, whilst providing outstanding care that visibly transforms the feet. Bespoke wellbeing therapies will ensure the focus is as much on the customer’s soul as it is on their soles!

Situated opposite the highly anticipated Vogue Café, the 1130 square foot Sole Lounge by Margaret Dabbs will offer the ultimate oasis for the region’s shoe lovers. As you enter the stunning 6m long, cove lit corridor you’ll come face to face with the breath taking décor, bespoke wall coverings and displays.

The Sole Lounge exudes luxury whilst still retaining the Margaret Dabbs trademark touch of professionalism that can be found in the London flagship. The Sole Lounge consists of private treatment rooms, foot spas and allows for 24 treatments to be carried out simultaneously.

The Sole Lounge offers separate male and female treatment rooms.

All the treatments offered by Margaret Dabbs at Level utilise Margaret’s award winning ‘Beauty for the Feet’ product range featuring the brand’s signature ingredient Emu Oil. Soon to be introduced, the new treatments exclusive to Level Shoe District Dubai are sure to secure a new following of devotees, and to attain global celebrity status.

A waiting list is already growing, with eager men and women ready to experience Margaret Dabbs’ expert services.

All images and information courtesy of HAVAS PR Middle East

SAG Awards 2013 Best Dressed

Nina Dobrev

Elegant in an Elie Saab pink short sleeved crepe gown,

Jimmy Choo shoes and Judith Leiber clutch and Neil Lane jewels.

Kelly Osbourne

Jenny Packham cap-sleeve gown and a Marchesa bag.

Sleek, edgy and elegantly classic

Giuliana Rancic

Max Azria Atelier dress, Amrapali earrings and a Simon G ring

Love the color, silhouette, and the ruffled sleeve of this dress 

Clea Duvall

looked great in this elegant and crystallized Gomez-Garcia gown with

hand-embroidered Swarovski crystal bodice, and a silk chiffon skirt 

Katrina Bowden

Badgley Mischka never fails to impress with their

gorgeous and elegant dresses. Katrina Bowden looks

charming as ever in this gray embroidered gown that has

a great silhouette, paired with elegantly styled hair

Jamie Alexander

LVP Loves: Jamie's hair and make up make it to your list

of top dressed with the make done just right, and hair perfectly styled

Jayma Mays

 Georges Hobeika Couture dress and Jimmy Choo sandals.

 pictures via Us Weekly

Smashed Avocado + Tomato + Basil Bruschetta

This recipe is easy, delicious, and is the perfect idea for a midday snack,

an appetizer for a great night with friends and/or family or just as a

healthy addition to your menu/recipe collection. Made with fresh vegetables

and herbs, tomatoes are high in lycopene, basil is a strong iron source, and with

avocados packed with carotenoids, this recipe makes your body and taste

buds happy!

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1/2 loaf whole grain french bread (or 1 petite loaf), sliced 1/2 inch thick
• 2 avocados, smashed
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus exta
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 large roma tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 3-4 basil leaves, chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven on broiler setting.

Place slices of bread on baking sheet, spray with olive oil cooking spray and sprinkle with sea salt; broil slices in oven about 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Remove from oven and rub with one clove of garlic (make sure to cut it in half before rubbing).

In a medium bowl, mix smashed avocado, lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt and ground pepper.

In a separate large bowl, combine tomatoes, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.

Mince other garlic clove and add it into tomato mixture.

Spread smashed avocado mixture onto each slice of toast, then generously spoon tomato topping on top.

Garnish with basil and serve immediately.

Images and recipe via AmbitiousKitchen

Kitsch Cupcakes Release a New Treat!

With a new year comes a new treat! Kitsch Cupcakes has revealed that

they will be adding a new member to their family of delicious treats!

Unlike your traditional doughnuts that are deep fried, Kitsch Cupcakes is introducing a new line of bakes, Kitsch Doughnuts. The doughnuts are freshly ‘baked’ from scratch and on location.

Red Velvet

The delicious ring-shaped treats come in three yummy flavors. The ‘Red Velvet’ doughnut is baked with love and topped with cream cheese icing – this is Kitsch’s signature doughnut and a must try!

Cinnamon Sugar + Little Nutter

If you are more of a peanut butter fan, the ‘Little Nutter’ is a baked chocolate doughnut finished with peanut butter icing – simply mouthwatering!

The ‘Cinnamon Sugar’ doughnut is a baked vanilla doughnut dusted in cinnamon sugar – a classic!

Brilliant. What more could you want. Delicious + Healthy!

They are available at Kitsch Locations around Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Here's where you can find them

All images and information provided by MasterMind PR for Kitsch Cupcakes

Happy New Year!

Wishing you a happy 2013!

Hope the new year treats you well, 

see you in the new year! :)

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