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Entertaining With Taylor Sterling

Written by on January 8, 2013 in Entertaining, Lifestyle - 18 Comments
Entertaining with Taylor Sterling of Glitter Guide // Details // Photos by Delbarr Moradi

Last week our founder Taylor Sterling had the pleasure of sharing her entertaining style on Camille Styles–one of our favorite entertaining and lifestyle websites! Taylor is new to entertaining, and is beginning with a simple, laid back approach. However, that doesn’t mean she doesn’t have a bunch of pretty cocktail dresses ready for those fancy festivities. Since many of you asked for details of the shoot, she decided to give you more photos and the breakdown!

Photography: Delbarr Moradi
Makeup: Priscilla Francine
Hair: Drybar 

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  • “I love the tiny kitchen in our cottage.  It’s got so much pretty light and a great counter top for  preparing meals.”

  • “We don’t host big parties too often, since our space is so small, but we love having another couple come over for cheese, wine and dinner. I love this tabletop. Pretty much everything I have right now is from West Elm.” 

  • “Since I’m still learning how to cook, I typically keep things simple. I always have a cheese and meat plate with some fruit and crackers. I might also include a few easy appetizers, a salad and BBQ dinner.” 

  • “I like to offer sparking wine first. It really gets the party started!” 

  • Table & Chairs: Old Pier 1
    Bowl: Z Gallerie
    Platter: Sur la Table 

     

  • Napkins: West Elm
    Placemats: West Elm (on sale!)
    Flatware: West Elm
    Plates: Ikea 

     

  • “We’re big coffee & tea drinkers in my house. We set up a tray to make our morning routine easier.” 

    Tray: Crate & Barrel
    Cups: Crate & Barrel
    Tea: BELLOCQ
    French Press: Bodum
    Glass Bottle: Sur la Table
    Standing Mixer: KitchenAid in Pistachio 

     

     

  • “Usually I like to dress comfortably when entertaining. That way I can run around in the kitchen or hang out on the couch easily.” 

    Top: Madewell 
    Jeans: Koral Los Angeles 
    Bracelet: Juicy Couture 
    Shoes: old Frye

  • “This Strawberry, Brie & Honey Crostini is a super easy appetizer to put together and also looks so pretty on the plate.” 

  • “We are in the middle of decorating our living room. I love the way it’s coming together. We added a West Elm pouf for extra seating when having people over.” 

    Coffee Table: West Elm 

  • “I just got two of these table lamps from Lamps Plus. They are amazing! I love the look, plus they have a night light option for when you want a more moody vibe–great for a party!” 

  • Table Lamp: Lamps Plus (on sale!)
    Ornament: Confetti System for West Elm  (on sale!)
    Tray: Zara Home 

  • “I have so many cooking and entertaining books. I use them all the time for inspiration!” 

  • Canister: vintage 

  • “Lucca likes to get dressed up for parities, too!” 

    Couch: West Elm 
    Pillows: West Elm 

  • “These gold plastic animals were from our wedding. I love to keep them out on display–such amazing memories!” 

    Candle: Diptyque 

  • “I love this fun Juicy Couture cocktail dress–if I was hosting a fancy party for my friends it would be my first choice.” 

    Floor Lamp: Lamps Plus
    Couch: West Elm 
    Pillows: West Elm 
    Rug: West Elm  (on sale!) 

  • Pillows: West Elm 

  • iPad Case: Kate Spade 

     

  • Dress: Juicy Couture 
    Clutch: Juicy Couture 
    Shoes: Jerome Rosseauo from Hampden Clothing 
    Pouf: West Elm 
    Rug: West Elm 

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  • Bonnie

    Taylor is PRESH! That cottage is styled so well and I really want to jump thru my screen and come have some cheese and chat! ok I gotta ask- what color is on her nails? its the perfect shade of “happy” that I need for this dreary winter month!

    • glitterguide

      Hi Bonnie, it’s actually gel shellac. Not sure of the color! Thanks!

    • Abi

      Looks a bit like OPI Big Hair, Big Nails from the Texas Collection!

  • imadime

    sorry, this post is pretty goofy … entertaining style with someone who can’t cook and doesn’t actually entertain?!?! “i like to use honey in recipes so i can use this cute honey thingy.” c’mon … give us readers some credit.

    • na

      everything on these blogs are a HUGE exaggeration. I’m dissapointed in this feature

      • Eden

        i think the point is that anyone can entertain…even if you’re not skilled at cooking or don’t have a huge space to work with! :)

  • Ashleigh @ Jolie Jouel

    Love this! The photo captions really add a lot to the piece. Such a cozy home! ~ ashleigh

    My accessories blog: http://joliejouel.blogspot.ca/

  • Chanel // CamilleStyles.com

    Had so much fun sharing your entertaining style with our readers, Taylor! It all turned out beautifully!!

  • kristina

    I love the print in your kitchen— what does it say and where did you get this? thanks for sharing!

    • glitterguide

      It’s by Alanna Cavanagh “An Empty Belly” :)

  • Ashley Lovett

    This is such a great feature. I’m a huge Camille Styles fan, as well! Gorgeous space, Taylor.

    xo,
    Ashley
    yeahwebake.com

  • Andrea

    So pretty – your home resembles mine, I could just move right in! Love that turquoise ikat bowl – where is it from?

  • http://www.facebook.com/mariemichelle.dupuis Marie-Michelle Dupuis

    Oh I love the chevron pouf! And I love how textures are mixed together in that house! Amazing!

    http://coloursandbeyond.com

  • Jaimi *fiore beauty*

    Love it! So fun to get to see your home Taylor, thank you for sharing, it is beautiful! And I will def try that strawberry and honey crostini recipie! xo

  • Ashley

    I love the paint color you’ve used in the dining/living area – could you share the name of it?

  • see_me

    Adorable cottage Taylor! Where did you get those little animals (from your wedding)?

  • Laura Janelli

    Great space Taylor! I shop at West Elm a lot too! We have a lot of the same things! I have the same coffee mugs from C & B, love them! Thanks for sharing pics! Laura

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