Erika Brechtel
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Creative Director Erika Brechtel brings inspired lifestyle, decor, design and fashion content for you viewing pleasure.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 628 )
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SPRING TREND TO TRY The Graphic Print Dress
March 14, 2014 I've got a photo shoot next week at a "very L.A." hotel, and have been looking for a graphic print dress to complete the look. Enter Clover... Read more
Posted on 14 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
SUPERMODEL HOME Karlie Kloss’ NYC Townhome
Nate Berkus is everywhere…and I don’t mind. Absolutely love what his team created for fashion model Karlie Kloss and her new West Village townhome — it’s... Read more
Posted on 12 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
SPRING READY Closet Refresh
It could be the time change — or the fact that we had 80F weather here this weekend — but my brain has suddenly bloomed into spring mode. Read more
Posted on 10 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
NEON SIGN TYPE & the Queen, Tracey Emin
EM Design Interiors I’ve always had a soft spot for a little creative neon sign typography, so it’s no wonder that I’m still kicking myself that I did not make... Read more
Posted on 06 March 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
5TH BIRTHDAY Afternoon Sweets Party
Today I get to share a few snaps from my daughter’s birthday party this past weekend! She had so much fun at the party, and of course I had a blast putting the... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2014 LIFESTYLE, PARTIES -
5TH BIRTHDAY Party Scheme
Happy Friday! I’m throwing my little girl a birthday party on Sunday afternoon, so I’d thought I’d share sneak peek at the scheme I’ve put together for it in... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
PROFILED on The Everygirl!
In case you missed it, yesterday I had the amazing honor of being profiled on The Everygirl! They did a tremendous job with the feature and I could not be more... Read more
Posted on 26 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Boutique Opening Event
I’ve been so busy the past few weeks that I have not had the chance to share this fantastic event I recently attended! You may remember I had the unique... Read more
Posted on 25 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
NURSERY THEMES Styling for Million Dollar Baby
“Manor” themed room for Million Dollar Baby Happy Monday! I am so excited to share a recent 2-day photo shoot I got to work on for client Million Dollar Baby... Read more
Posted on 24 February 2014 HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN -
ART IN 5 Julius Shulman
For my third “Art in 5″ installment on La Dolce Vita, I’m showcasing famed architectural photographer Julius Shulman. I had the amazing opportunity to... Read more
Posted on 20 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
BLACK + WHITE Kitchen + Breakfast Nook
Yesterday I posted a few dining room photos from my friend’s home that I’ve been helping to remodel (remember the “Neutral Texture” board from last year?). Read more
Posted on 18 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
DINNER PARTY TABLE Black, White, Pink & Gold
Happy Monday! Back to work for me, but I hope everyone enjoyed their Valentine’s Day celebrations! As I mentioned Friday, I got to dress up a friend’s table... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
SWEET ENDINGS Valentine’s Day Fondue
Happy Valentine’s Day! Hope you’re doing something fun today, with fun people! A friend of mine is hosting a dinner party, and I’m in charge of table decor and... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
CRAZY. SEXY. COOL. Rosie HW on The Coveteur
I haven’t had the pleasure of perusing The Coveteur in some time, so I was especially blown away by model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s glamorous digs. Read more
Posted on 13 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
MY FIVE SCENTS Day & Night
This weekend I picked up Elizabeth James’ first scent (LOVE!) and it got me thinking: I rotate between only a few signature scents. Read more
Posted on 10 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
MAISON MODERN Paris I’m in Love
Well…this is still not out of my system. Thanks to blog bud Desiré I will not get over any time soon the Parisian interior with traditional architectural detail... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2014 FASHION, HOME, INTERIOR DESIGN, LIFESTYLE -
VALENTINE’S DAY BEAUTY Two Looks, One Palette
This Valentine’s Day, I decided I’d try to spice it up a little, push myself out of my comfort zone, and experiment with two bold-for-me makeup looks. Read more
Posted on 03 February 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
SPRING TREND TO TRY The White Shirtdress
Despite the current “cool down” here in So Cal, I’m already looking ahead to Spring essentials. And what better item for the crisp Spring air than a crisp... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS at the Bowers Museum
Last week I had the honor of attending a private gallery tour and dinner at the Bowers Museum here in Orange County to view A Quest for Beauty: The Art of Van... Read more
Posted on 29 January 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE -
VOGUE CAFÉ at Printemps Haussman Paris
Vogue Paris’ pop-up Hugo Victor patisserie at retailer Printemps Hausmann steals the Fashion Week pre-show with its pretty in pink paneled walls,... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE