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Chic Stripes at Le Toiny
By Sara Bliss on February 8, 2011Start with white linens and mosquito netting, neutral beige sofas and chairs, add in some stunning stripes, a few florals and a touch of toile, and you have the recipe for the cheerful rooms at Hotel Le Toiny in St. Barth’s. The eye-catching striped fabrics hail from Le Toiles du Soleil, a 150-year old French fabric house with a retail […] -
Brooke & Steve Giannetti Check Into The Hotel Bel Air
By Sara Bliss on February 7, 2011For the past few months, I’ve been lucky enough to work with architect Steve Giannetti and his wife Brooke, an interior designer, on their first book. In stores this September, the book will share their design philosophy and provide readers with hundreds of inspiring, and often unexpected, design ideas. The California-based designing duo own a vintage antiques and accessories store, […] -
French Argentine Chic at House of Jasmines
By Sara Bliss on February 3, 2011Want to clear your head for a bit in one of the most scenic regions in the world? Head to House of Jasmines Estancia de Charme, a sweet and romantic 100 year old hotel in Salta, Argentina. On 270 acres of land at the foothills of the Andes, this 10-room hotel looks so incredibly peaceful and serene. Rose and vegetable […] -
The Bed of the Moment at 15 Glasgow Sleep Boutique
By Sara Bliss on February 1, 2011Tufting is absolutely the trend of the moment. And no wonder! Tufting makes furniture and rooms instantly more romantic, as evidenced by the guest rooms at Scotland’s 15 Glasgow Sleep Boutique. The 5 room B&B is located in a beautifully restored c. 1834 Victorian townhouse and boasts original architectural details and the statement-making tufted bed, shown above. If you like the look, […] -
Design Inspiration from Viceroy Snowmass
By Sara Bliss on January 28, 2011The ski lodge has gotten a seriously glam makeover with the new Viceroy Snowmass hotel in Colorado. The dramatic design by Jean-Michel Gathy is in keeping with the hotel group’s uber-luxury properties that are favorites with the jet set crowd. Set right on the slopes, each of the 173-room units range in size from studios to 4-bedrooms, and boast fireplaces […] -
Parisian Chic at 1 Place Vendome
By Sara Bliss on January 24, 2011After falling in love with the brilliant design of Italy’s Continentale hotel, and Germany’s romantic Heidelberg Suites, I went in search of additional projects by the talented interior designer Michele Bonan. The Italian designer is a master at unpretentious glamour, pairing crisp color schemes with stylish, yet comfortable furniture, as he did at the 1 Place Vendome restaurant in Paris. 1 Place Vendome is […]
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SARA BLISSAs a freelance design and travel writer, I am always on the lookout for the most innovative and glamorous hotels. I started Hotel Chic as a travel/design blog to showcase the coolest hotels around the globe, and show you how to bring the look home. Whether you use this site to plan your next trip, redecorate your bedroom, or check into an amazing hotel without leaving your couch, I hope Hotel Chic will be a source of inspiration. Read full bio.