Los fantasmas de Marilyn Monroe y Lucille Ball

The ghosts of Marilyn Monroe and Lucille Ball

Marilyn Monroe's Spanish style home in Brentwood, CA is reportedly haunted. The single story, white stucco and red tile roofed house was built in 1929. It is, the very house in which a 36 year old Miss Monroe met her untimely end in August of 1962 due to an (alleged) drug overdose. But you have to admit, who would want to leave this perfect hacienda?... Reportedly, she is seen in the mirrors and roaming the house in the evening. The home retains many original details- including extra-thick walls, casement windows, original beamed ceilings, terra cotta tile Floors and period hardware and tiles. 

La Casa de Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball died at the age of 77 in her home on N. Roxbury Drive in Los Angeles. Since her death, she is said to remain in the home that experiences a number of bizarre haunts. Many report of unexplained broken windows, furniture and objects moving around inside the house and loud noises. Her playful personality seems to want to stay in this beautiful home, but who can blame her? 

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Chapman Lamps: Antique Chinese Hall Table Chest Drawers, Double Decker Umbrella,Vintage Wrought Iron Garden Dining Set by Salterini,  My Story by Marilyn Monroe and Ben Hecht, Laughs, Luck...and Lucy by Jess and Gregg Oppenheimer 

Casas Entradas

Haunted Houses

One of my favorite types of homes is a haunted one! There is nothing quite like the character and history in an old home and if you have no fear of the dead, they can be fun to fix up. The south has many homes known for their style and charm but there is one that is extra special...

Notorious for its ghostly haunting, is the old history Myrtles Plantation home built in 1796 in St. Franciscville, LA. Draped with Spanish moss and set in the countryside, this beautiful old estate boasts of mayhem and ghostly visits. 

in 1808, Clark Woodruff took charge of the plantation from his deceased father-in-law, general David Bradford, where he kept things running along with his wife, Sara, and three kids. Legend has it that Woodruff also took a special liking to a slave he owned named Chloe. But Chloe was immensely jealous of Woodruff's family and baked a birthday cake filled with poisonous oleander leaves. Woodruff's wife, Sara, and two of their children died. Chloe confessed, but fellow slaves retaliated, hanging Chloe and dumping her body in the Mississippi. 

Lots of other natural deaths occurred in the home, but the only other murder was when plantation owner William Winter was shot and killed in 1871 while standing on the front porch. He supposedly staggered inside, dying on the 17th step of the home. Myrtles Plantation is also reportedly built on the site of an old Indian burial ground and during the Civil War, Union soldiers ransacked the home. 

Popoular sightings of ghosts around Myrtles Plantaion include the large mirror in the home that contains the spirits of Sara Woodruff and her children, ghosts seen around the 17th step and, of course, Chloe who is outside, tending to her plantings. The house is on the National Register of Historic places and is now a bed and breakfast. *zillow

Myrtles Plantation 

Myrtles Plantation 

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French Louis XVI Chippendale Chair , Brass Regal Table Sconces, Ornate Gold Mirror,  Handmade Spanish Wrought Iron Candelabras, Canopy Designs D'Orsay Chandelier, History & Haunting of the Myrtles Plantation, Haunted Beauty Costume

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Black
 
In light of Halloween and Dia de los Muertos around the corner, the next couple weeks are dedicated to my favorite time of year.  Not only do I love to scare myself and snack on chocolate, but I happen to love the color black in fashion and in home décor.  Don't be frightened by the color, it can be extremely chic in the house.  If done right by an accent wall or piece of furniture, it can add a sophisticated element to your home all year long.  See these pics for some inspiration and a little scare!

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Serpent Pillow, Parisian Side Table, Braided Abaca Rug,  Ojai Mirror, Rigby Chair, Bodrum Linen Pillow, Black Madeleline Candels

Estampado de Animals

Animal Print

Animal prints are all the rage this year, on the runway and in home décor. Here are some fun way to incorporate the latest trend in your home. I prefer faux prints and there are a lot to chose from- Remember... a little goes a long way!

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Leopard Velvet Pillow, Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Bench, Leopard Linen Pillow, Jaguar Light Rug, Ralph Lauren Leopard Spencer Chairs

La Casa de Lulu Guiness

Lulu Guiness House

Lulu Guiness is just as well known for her famed handbags as she is as a member of the Guiness family dynasty.  Her whimsical, eccentric style is not only reflected in her fashion, but throughout her home.

Her London pad is a mix of vintage feminine and modern. I love the quirky accents and soft colors. Her eclectic style translates in the living room and bedrooms where the kitchen is clean and modern.

A little bit of unexpected pieces can go a long way and here are some pics reflecting her stylish abode!

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Compras

Paxton Tuffed Love Seat, Louis XVI Mirrow, Kelly Wearstler Dichotomy Bronze Table, Regina Andrew Wine Spheres, Stoneware Pitcher, Velvet Pillow