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Welcome to Nest by Tamara

Welcome to Nest by Tamara
Tamara Matthews Stephenson is the creative talent behind this journal dedicated to interior design, history and lifestyle inspiration. With a passion for design and a keen eye for aesthetics, she shares her expertise and insights. Tamara has established herself as a prominent figure in the world of interior design and her design philosophy is rooted in the idea that a well-designed home can elevate the quality of life. Beyond her writing, She is an interior designer and textile designer as the Creative Director and Owner of root cellar designs, LLC, an artisan line of textile and wallpaper. Connect with Tamara through email at rootcellardesings@gmail.com

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Let's Talk About The History of the French Breton Stripe and How It Became Popular In Our Homes

Princess of Wales wearing Breton Stripe via Vogue France Textile Diaries: What You May Not Know About the French Stripe- the Marinière  or also known as the Breton Stripe.  I' m heading to Paris and Provence for a little design and food inspiration in the Fall, and of course while planning my trip I must pack a horizontally striped blue and white Breton T-shirt in my luggage.  This simple cotton stripe pairs well with both skirts and flowy pants and makes for a chic and quintessentially French aesthetic. But, let me tell you a little bit more about the classic Breton Stripe… Picasso in Breton Stripe via HOUSE & GARDEN design, DAVIN HOUGHTON Thomas Loof via House Beautiful in the hamptons via Remodalista The History of the marinière stripe in France - In 1858, and under the Second French Empire of Napoleon III, The French government implemented a strict military regulation. The stripe allowed Sailors to be seen when falling overboard. The decree standardized this now ...

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