[tps_header]We’re huge fans of Smitten Studio here at Glitter Guide, so we couldn’t contain our excitement at the chance to peek into Sarah Sherman Samuel’s home! Her Los Angeles abode is an intriguing mix of old and new: a sleek, modern foundation with brilliant touches of warmth, color and charm. Sarah’s impeccable décor includes handmade pieces from her newest exciting venture, A Sunny Afternoon—and effortlessly reflects her signature style we’ve all come to adore!
Photography: Jessie Webster
Styling: Sarah Sherman Samuel
Makeup: Ximena Rolfe[/tps_header]
What inspired you to start your blog, Smitten Studio?
Basically, I started Smitten Studio as a creative outlet. My full-time job had become less challenging, so I wanted to use the blog as a way to push and inspire myself and others. I’ve always been really into photography, styling and using my graphic design background and education in different ways, so the blog was a perfect platform to combine those interests and share them with like-minded folks. I had the idea to start it a few years ago and even made a few posts using a template site, but it didn’t feel right at the time, so I shelved it. It wasn’t until last year that I custom-designed the site to reflect my own aesthetic and launched Smitten Studio as it is today, the visual diary of my journey in life and design. This also coincided with my husband and I buying our little fixer cabin in Michigan, and so it became the perfect place to track all of our DIY renovations. Little did I know that after just one year, the blog would take off, giving me the opportunity to take the leap out on my own. I have been sharing my life, work, travels and inspiration ever since.
Love this peek into Sarah’s world!
I’m dying to know more about the patchwork mirror in slide 15. Where did this piece come from?
I got it from a store called Digs on Abbot Kinney but it has since closed.
Great tour! Can you share the paint color in your bedroom? It’s so rich and dreamy!
Thanks Ashleigh, the paint color is called Starry Night by Behr.
Love your home! Absolutely impeccable style! Great to see so many pieces incorporated from Long Beach & the Rose Bowl Flea Markets – they’re my absolute favs!
What an absolutely fab home! Her living room is too.die.for amazing!!
–Sayeh, The Office Stylisy
Oh Sara How exciting this journey must be!! My god your a beautifully creative woman! always were though in high school I thought :)
Awe thanks Jennifer, that is so sweet of you to say!
this is totally unrelated to post but where are those shoes from? i loooove them.
You can buy them at Modern Citizen here: http://modern-citizen.com/products/steel-toed-slippers
Where is this beach photo from?? CAn I purchase???
I took the beach photo of Lake Superior years ago. Unfortunately I don’t have the digital file anymore. :(
Gorgeous home, but I really want to know which lipstick Sarah is wearing in the first few photos, it looks the perfect orange?! Thanks x
Its called outrageous by Stila. It is my favorite!
Gorgeous home! Do you know the brand and name of the paint color in the bedroom? That blue is striking.
Thanks! It’s called Starry Night by Behr.
Nevermind – just saw the same question and answer below. Thanks!
Wow! Love everything about this house. Answered a couple “What do I do with this space?” puzzles I’m having right now. Great work!
Also want to know where those gold-tipped black flats came from. :)
I’m dying to know ho makes her flats. they’re wonderful.
The brand is called Puya.
Sarah, where is the sunburst mirror in your bedroom from?
It is from a store called Plantation here in LA.
You can buy them at Modern Citizen: http://modern-citizen.com/products/steel-toed-slippers
I want the jeans! Have finally decided to pull the trigger on a ripped pair… where are they from?
They are by Adriano Goldschmied.
Such an amazing article and gorgeous home! So inspiring on so many different levels. Great job!
Gorgeous home and style! I follow Sarah on Insta— love her pics!
Would love to know what the paint color is in the family room!
Sarah is FLAWLESS! I adore her style.
Love the white shirt with the black and pale blue panels on it – could you tell me where it’s from?
so beautiful love those printed drapes! so chic!
Major girl crush on her…and love her newest venture!! Also, wondering where those adorable polka dot containers/vases are from on her desk?!
aw thank you! I made them. there is a DIY on my blog.
Sarah, I’d love to know where the throw pillows on the blue sofa are from. Thanks!
Just perfect home, btw…
Hi Mimi,
Thanks, the pillows are from target!
Love your work space! What is the black and white printed fabric? With the triangles… Also where do you get your black and white prints from?
Hi Tanisha, the fabric is from my collection A Sunny Afternoon.
Love the dark blue walls! What brand/color is it? Thanks!!
Hi wonder if there is a step by step guide as to how you DIY the rolling cloth rack? Thank you.