Facing Sofas

We love the sophisticated look of a room with two sofas facing one another. This layout works well in a space where the grouping needs to float. It provides and ideal conversation area and an extra place to sit.

You can pair two identical sofas across from one another for a more symmetrical look. Be sure to switch up the pillows on each sofa to create interest.

For a more collected look, use two different sofas. One can be leggy, while the other has shorter legs. Make sure to choose a pair that have about the same seat height.

This look can be translated to your outdoor patio as well. Don't we all wish for a view like that?

We just got back from market and navy was all the rage! We love a good navy sofa, so why not make it two! You know how we love our London's so these two beauties make quite the pair upholstered in a navy velvet. In-store now at our Orem location - stop by and have a look!

London in Navy $2,909 each

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Richard's Picks

I would like to introduce you to one of my favorite pieces in store; the Otto!  This furry friend of ours is a store favorite, and she's as luxurious in real life as she looks on your screen.  You have to feel to believe.

She's 100% Tibetan wool, and those splayed wood legs give a great 60s vibe that will complement any décor.  We love Otto because of her versatility.  Put her in front of a sofa with a tray and you've got a great coffee table.  Use her at the foot of your bed for a cozy place to relax and lounge.  Kick your shoes off and put your feet on her at the end of a long day.  She won't mind at all.  Man's new best friend, without the shedding.

Otto Bench: $1,276.75 Otto Cube: $777.50

Our 20% off sale is in full swing, so you can pick up Otto at a great discount.  How can you go wrong?

Jenna's Picks

Recently I’ve been daydreaming about a new bed.  The mattress part of the equation is daunting, and I wish an arranged mattress situation could happen right about now to line me up with The One. But the pretty part of the decision is what I think about instead of counting sheep lately. An upholstered headboard would elevate the mere place we rest our weary heads to a nightly luxury. With an upholstered headboard in my life I could tackle that pile of books just waiting for a rainy afternoon.

There are a few options here to tempt me on a daily basis at Alice Lane so now the question is plush navy velvet or maybe soft grey linen?  Do I want a twist on the traditional with a more contemporary styled wingback Maxime (starting at $2,580,) or should I go for the much needed extra storage with the beautiful and minimal Butler Storage Platform from MGBW?

We also have the Barrett in the Orem showroom right now ($3,700) and the wood frame adds just a little extra something special that I know my more traditionally inclined husband would love. Whatever we end up with, I know the dreams I dream are going to be of the epic variety and the end of the story is going to be a Goldilocks style ending with that just right bed.

If you’re searching for your perfect upholstered headboard too {or anything upholstered actually} we’re having our Very Best sale right now on upholstery and casegoods.

The Very Best Sale Starts Today!

Lindsey's Tips and Picks

We all have that go-to little black dress in our closets. It's that effortless piece that never fails. With new accessories and jewelry, it becomes a whole new outfit. This same idea can be applied to our homes. Take that neutral sofa in the living room. We buy pieces like this because they go with everything and are timeless. What do we do when we want a new look for our sofa and room? The answer is new pillows! Changing up the pillows is like adding new jewelry to your LBD. It's a quick change and is only a fraction of the cost of a new sofa. Mix up the textures, colors, and size to create interest. Always go bigger! We usually like to start with a 26"x26" pillow. Have fun with it!

Hurry In!

Tomorrow (Monday) is the last day to save 20% on EVERYTHING! Hurry in to either location!

Only 4 more days!

Jenna's Tips and Picks

After visiting a factory in North Carolina last spring where a line of beautiful Barbara Barry furniture is lovingly crafted, I curled up in the sunshine and read her book Around Beauty cover to cover.  With spring upon us, I recently reread it, and what I’m absolutely taken with is her approach to life and design.

A few quotes from the book to get us all thinking about the way that nature influences us.

I return daily to these natural connections to fill up my well again and again.  In a way, this is really what my work is all about - the experience of being human, intimately connected to the beauty of nature.

In looking outward to the natural world, the lessons I’ve learned have been many, but one of the greatest has been discovering the intersection between natural beauty and the observation of that beauty.  For me, living in that intersection is terrifically fulfilling.

Original and never out of fashion, natural beauty guides me. I look for connection between what I see in nature and what I’m designing in my studio. …Seeing the undeniable {and elegant} style of a fresh-cut flowers, I attempt to re-create that natural style in the mood for a home.  In a snail’s shell, the edge of a leaf, the shadows on the ground, I find detail and pattern that may inform a fabric, a rug, the piping on a pillow.

…underneath all the pretty stuff in the homes and products I design, there is a solid and a grounded belief that beauty is a positive force.

Around Beauty by Barbara Barry - $65

Drop by either Alice Lane location and grab a copy. {Remember everything is 20% off right now!}

[photos 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 by Alice Lane Home Collection]

VOTE! The Best of Utah Valley

It's that time of year! The Daily Herald is now accepting nominations for it's annual Best of Utah Valley Readers' Choice Awards. Please take a moment and vote for Alice Lane Home Collection in a few of the categories:

- Interior Designer (page 3) - Furniture Store (page 4) - Home Decor (page 4)

Voting ends March 24th. We appreciate all of your support!

VOTE NOW!

STYLIST TIPS AND PICKS

It is no secret that we have severe spring fever at Alice Lane. We are finally putting away our fur throws and coming out of hibernation. And as it begins to get warmer outdoors, we can’t help but want to echo that indoors.We are filling our stores with flowers, blossoms, and succulents. We are trading out our moody dark accents with flirty pastels. And we are overdosing on our favorite spring candles. 

Since the season is changing, so to is the time to spruce up your bedroom. You no longer need to use your cozy, heated room as refuge from the cold, but with just a few simple steps you can make your bedroom just as enticing as a spring getaway. Okay, not really, but pretty close. Here are a few simple ideas and a few of my favorite pieces in the store to kick-start your bedroom into springtime.

CHANGE OUT YOUR BEDDING & ARTWORK Crisp white linens are a spring must! Nothing will freshen up your room like white bedding. Experiment with your favorite pastels when choosing shams or a duvet to add some interest.

Since I can remember, my mom has changed out the photos and artwork in our home depending on the time of year.  It can be as easy as switching out photos or adding a little more color to your walls.

ADD SOME FLOWERS & MAKE IT SMELL PRETTY I know, I know, we won’t shut up about flowers.  But what screams spring more than flowers! Flowers undeniably heighten everything in the room.  We don’t know how--they are magic I guess.  Whether they are real or fake, you can’t go wrong adding a floral arrangement to your room … or 2 or 3.

Don’t under estimate the power of a great smelling candle. Spring wouldn’t feel like spring with out the smell of fresh flowers and clean laundry. My favorite candles this spring are Sajio Persimmon and Goji Tarocco Orange. They are terrific. Stop by the store and we'll introduce you to some of our favorites!

4 drawer chest - $3,250 || 1 drawer chest - $3,187.50 || Bench - $1,625 || King duvet - $425 || Blue euro shams - $87.50 || Crystal lamp - $625 || Pillows - $182 - $312.50 || Forever flowers - $548 || Candles - $17.25 - $26.50

Weekend Plans

Stop by either of our locations this weekend and shop our sale!

Freshen Up with Neutrals for Spring

Spring is just around the corner, folks. It's as if the weight of winter has been lifted off our shoulders and has brought the urge to clean, organize, and freshen things up. Neutrals are a great way to freshen up a space.

ADD TEXTURE AT EVERY TURN - Sometimes neutrals can seem daunting and may seem flat. Incorporating different textures will keep the room interesting. Add a hide, wood, linens, leather, a nubby fabric, etc.

PLAY WITH NEUTRAL PATTERNS - Mixing neutral patterns is easier than mixing colorful patterns. The possibilities are endless. Add a few neutral patterned pillows to a bed to keep things looking light and airy but still giving the bed depth.

COMBINE MONOCHROMATIC NEUTRALS - Play with different shades of neutrals to make your space feel sophisticated and clean.

USE BOLDER NEUTRALS FOR DETAILS - Neutrals aren't necessarily white and tan... they can be navy, black, metallic, basically any color that goes with everything. You can still get that "pop" by using one of these neutrals that aren't typically thought of as neutrals.

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Stylist Tips and Tricks

I have a confession to make, and after much deliberation, I'm ready to spill it. I reeeeally don't love cleaning. An area that often gets neglected in our homes is the linen closet. To keep things underwhelming, let's focus on just that for right now.

Elizabeth Cabinet - $7,700

DEDICATE THE SPACE - Many homes have a built-in linen closet near the bedrooms, but if yours doesn't? Consider yourself lucky. The solution can be a boastful armoire which is lovelier than a lowly closet at the end of a hallway. This Oly Studio beauty can wear many functional hats, but for today it's posing as a perfect linen closet.

BEAUTY COMES FROM WITHIN - Want a pretty home? Focus on her insides. Now's the time to put away the winter throws and down comforters. Fold them up neatly, or store them in a basket to keep them in place. Rid yourself of the sheet sets and towels you no longer need, and store only the items that you use regularly.

Gym Basket - $45 | Cape Cod Pillow Shams - $62.50

THINK INSIDE THE BOX - Store pillow shams and smaller items in baskets or handsome boxes to keep things uncluttered and easy to maintain. Rolling your shams isn't necessary, but c'mon, look how cute that is! Don't deny yourself the joy of rolled shams.

Jewelry - $10 - $30 | Reed Diffuser - $31.25

IT AIN'T JUST FOR LINENS - Use this valuable space to store any overflow of toiletries and jewelry. Arrange it on a tray for easy access and maneuverability. Free your soaps, cotton balls, and swabs from the drugstore packaging - store them in collected jars to keep things classy. Oh, and see that reed diffuser tucked in there? It makes the closet smell like heaven resides amongst your thread count.

MAKE IT WORK - Are you limited on square feet? Fret not. With careful planning, any small space can be as functional as a large one. (Unless it's the mother-in-law you're making room for. No space is large enough for that.)

Voluspa Candles - $11 - $26.50 | Barr and Co. Vegetable Hand Soap - $33.75 | Iron Basket - $20

DIVORCE YOUR STUFF - Cabinets and drawers can all too easily become stuff magnets. Your space is valuable so only keep your favorite products. Go through these vulnerable spots and toss the creams, cleansers, and goops that have failed to live up to their expectations. It's okay. We all have them. Don't feel guilty, just avoid that channel in the future.

Best wishes on your spring cleaning!

Now Open at Trolley Square

We could not be more excited to finally have our store at Trolley Square open. It was such a treat to see old friends and to make new ones on our first day! We hope to continue to see new faces in our new store and can't wait to share this new chapter with you all. If you haven't had the chance to stop by yet, we wanted to share a bit of the store with you!

Hello, Salt Lake City

Today is the day, SLC! We officially open at 10:00 a.m. at Trolley Square!

Come celebrate with us! Take 20% off anything you wish in Orem and Salt Lake City!

We can't wait to meet you!

Inspiration in...

With today's rain and dreariness here in Utah, we have been dreaming about spring and sunshine. We couldn't help be inspired by J.Crew's spring collection.

Navy for spring. Navy all year long! We'll take it. Use navy as a neutral. Use a piece of navy furniture on a light wall for a pop or for something more subtle, try a monochromatic look of blues like this outfit.

Can we talk about this large floral print? We are dying! Use a large scale wallpaper in a small powder room to make a statement.

Light and airy... this is our ideal look for spring. Everything feels so crisp and clean. Don't forget the occasional animal print to add some surprise!

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STYLIST TIPS AND TRICKS

Spring is just around the corner, and I could not be more excited – I know I’m certainly not the only one out there catching spring fever with these beautiful days we’ve been having lately. In the meantime, one of my favorite ways to beat the winter doldrums in anticipation of spring is to bring the outdoors in.

Adding a little green is a quick and inexpensive way to instantly brighten and change the mood in any space in your home.

We’ve got some beautiful planters in store for you to add your favorite plants to, and a few that are already planted and ready to go.  Add some green to your space, and be amazed at the transformation it can bring to your life and home.

Organizing a Small Kitchen

Space is always an issue in small homes and especially in small kitchens. Every inch of cabinet and counter space is precious in a small kitchen and can't afford to be wasted! As with any small space, it is important to make the very best use of the space you have.

Have an empty wall with no cabinets? Add some open shelving to store and display your prettiest dishes. Why hide them away in a cabinet anyway? Open shelving works best with repetition and groupings of dishes, glasses, pitchers, cake plates, serving platters, cutting boards, etc.

If there is space above your stove, display your pretty copper pots on a pot rack.

If all of your shelving is open or you do have a pantry, store food and baking supplies in glass containers. This makes them look pretty and uniform. It also makes things less messy than different box and bag sizes lining your shelves.

If you're not too short on wall space, another good way to add storage is using a tall shelf or cart to store dishes and glassware. Again, make sure these are your prettiest dishes and keep them displayed in groupings to create a styled look.

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Stylist Tips and Picks

The biggest problems with small spaces always seem to be the need for more – more seating, more storage, more space…and the list goes on and on. Since more space isn’t always an option, a great solution is to focus on multi-use items that will help solve some of the small space problems.

Ottoman | 27.5"W x 18.5"D x 20"H | $1,042.50

One example I love right now is the use of a fabulous little ottoman. Snuggle up to your main squeeze and throw your feet up for a relaxing movie night. After you’re done, move it to the side of your sofa, put a tray on top, and use it as a side table or slide it beneath a console table to add interest and layers. When company comes pull them out for extra seating. Your ottoman always has a purpose and never takes up too much of the little space you had to begin with.

Round ottoman | 18.5" Dia. x 19.1"H | $322.50

Love the space you’re in and the things that fill it up. When you love it, you’ll love coming home, no matter the size.

Living Big When Living Small

Hi.  My name is Suzanne Hall.  I am an interior designer for Alice Lane and for the last 13 years I have lived in apartments, condos, unfinished basements and an attic, none of which were more than 1000 sq ft.  Through my real life experiences I am here to tell you that there is an art to living big when living small.

You may think that small space living means giving up everything you have and/or never buying anything ever again…au contraire!  Living small only means that the few things/surfaces you do surround yourself with get to be reeeaaally good!   If your aesthetic is simple, you have found the perfect home to live simply in, and if you are a collector of sorts, you will learn to live in layers.  Fascinating layers that allow you and yours to discover corners and stories each time they visit.   I am the latter if you can imagine thatJ.  Vincente Wolf said it best when he said…..

There are a series of tricks and tips for living in small spaces that we will be teaching you but if you take anything from this series, know that there is no better feeling than loving every single piece around you.  And frankly we don’t have room for wasteful, unemotional objects!

When living small ask yourself, "Does it have a purpose, a memory or give you butterflies when you see it?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, these items have a home."  If you were reluctant at all, maybe it’s time you thank the object for its service and go your separate ways.  Our real estate is precious and we have to love and use everything inch we get!

And if you love it I’m convinced you will find a home for it, even if your home is really, really, small.

[photo 1; photos 2 - 3, 6 - 8 by Meikel Reece; photos 4 - 5, 9 - 12 by Eliesa Findeis]