editor’s page
accessories are a
Whenever I fall in love with a new lamp (this happens often), I always want to take home two so I’ll have a matching set. It’s probably because in our living room growing up, my mom always had matching lamps on the matching end tables on either side of the sofa. Come to think of it, my grandma Ann also had a stylish pair of matching living room lamps flanking her sofa, and so did my grandma Helen—though she called her sofa a davenport, which my sisters and I thought was the funniest thing ever. For me—and apparently for my mom and grandmas too—a striking pair of lamps in the living room is the ultimate finishing touch. Little things like lamps are what give a home spark and personality. That’s why we created a special section in this issue that puts a spotlight on the real heroes in a room: the accessories. Whether you want to layer new pillows on your bed, arrange cute coasters on your coffee table, or add just the right decorative box to your bookshelf, we’ve found the best buys. And if you’ve been on the lookout for a new lamp, I suggest you double up and buy two. Sure, one standout accessory could do the trick, but a matching set would double the fun.
Sara Peterson Editor in chief
keep in touch! See this lamp— and more awesome accessories—starting on page 36.
10 HGTV Magazine
Email: sara@hearst.com Instagram and Twitter: @sarahgtvmag
PETER ROSA/STUDIO D; WARDROBE: RANDI PACKARD; MAKEUP: MICHELLE COURSEY
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