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FINALLY...MY SUKKAH: BLACK AND WHITE AND BOLDLY GOLD

Sunday, October 16, 2011

MY INSPIRATION
MY SUKKAH:
Almost everything used was found somewhere in my house. The only exceptions were the wide black and white striped fabric, the fresh roses, and some inexpensive black Halloween decorations from Michaels. 
I simply spray painted old picture frames and urns gold. The damask fabric and branches were leftovers from my daughter's engagement party.
A Halloween ornament from Michaels is used as a 3D piece of art in the gilded frame.

A hanging urn (spray painted gold) is filled with glorious white peacock feathers (loaned to me) and black glitter branches  (Michaels) for a dramatic 3D art piece.

Lamps and mirrors from my friends' and my home adorn the Sukkah to create a temporary outdoor room.

The centerpiece consisted of three different vases filled with mixed elements all within the same color scheme.



An iron candle chandelier given to me by a dear friend is a centerpiece I use and decorate every year. This year I kept it simple and added a tassel in the center.
The tassel from the chandelier hangs directly in the center complimenting the tablescape perfectly.




The striped fabric reflects beautifully in the mirror.
MORE GORGEOUS BLACK AND GOLD INSPIRATIONS:
AN ELEGANT PARTY SETTING

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE FABULOUS ACCESSORIES
WOULD YOU DARE TO WEAR THIS MANI?

A LACE AND SATIN CAKE MAKES A GORGEOUS CENTERPIECE

A SIMPLE BLACK CLUTCH ADORNED WITH SHINY GOLD HARDWARE IS A GREAT STATEMENT PIECE

DON'T BE AFRAID TO USE BLACK PAINT IN A SMALL SPACE (I DID AND I LOVE IT!)

BLACK AND GOLD IN ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ARCHITECTURE

THERE'S A BALLERINA IN EVERY GIRL...AND HER COLOR ISN'T ALWAYS PINK...

ADDING A BIT OF  GOLD HARDWARE IS A GREAT WAY TO GIVE BASIC BLACK WOW APPEAL
I'm not sure why this color combo appeals to me so much, but it definitely is one of my favorites in both fashion and decor. Maybe it's because black is so glamorous but can get dreary and boring if not ignited by something exciting and rich. Gold fits the bill perfectly.

Honestly, I hardly had time to spend in the Sukkah decorating as I usually do, because I had a lot of guests and tons of food to cook. (That is why it took til now to even get this post up!) But, in the end I was thrilled with how everything came out, and the lesson learned here is that if the basic concept works you need not  too much to create the affect you desire. Less is certainly more when the foundation is 'wow' enough.

Do you love black and gold as much as I do? If not, what would you use to bring black alive??

Hoping you enjoy the rest of your Holiday and week!

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34 comments

  1. ElanaOctober 16, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Sharon, I love the colors and the boldness. Amazing job.

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  2. FashionistaOctober 17, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    So pretty! Loved!

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  3. UnknownOctober 17, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    ARE YOU KIDDING ME! that's a sukkah like no other i've ever seen! I'm a Lubavithcher so we don't decorate our sukkah but i can certainly appreciate your talent. (what is it rains?)

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  4. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    i love all the black and white, but the touch of gold is so elegant!

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  5. Karen Itkin RoeOctober 17, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    OOOOH...AAAAHHH!!!!! I LOVE your sukkah - it is like a stage set, but cozy! I can't wait to show my son!!

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  6. Karen Itkin RoeOctober 17, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    PS I'd do black/gold on my toenails.

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  7. Sandy at Ooh La Frou FrouOctober 17, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Ooh, I love this post because black and white has been a love of mine for SOOOOOO long!!! I too love to decorate with it, wear it, and with gold added to it, yum yum yum! I am always attracted to black and white pieces for the home ... have collected white doorknobs with black words on them, black and white striped boxes just because they look pretty in my closet, have a whole collection of white dishes with black words on them ... and the list goes ON and ON!! LOVE! xoxoxo

    Sandy at Ooh La Frou Frou
    http://oohlafroufrou.blogspot.com
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  8. Oksana @ Order MattersOctober 17, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Beautiful! Is that black and white fabric outdoor safe? Where did you find it?

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  9. DaydreamerOctober 17, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    your sukkah is beyond inspiration!! so fabulous I wouldn't want to leave!
    great post, love the sleek black clutch and mani as well!

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  10. BonBon Rose Girls KristinOctober 17, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    You are so talented! LOVE the stripes!

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  11. Fash BoulevardOctober 17, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    oh my goodness, you are so brilliant. i totally love EVERYTHING. this post is filled with so many inspiring goodies. I hope you had an amazing weekend, love. Thanks for sharing. I attended a store launch party in Vegas this weekend, love if you'd check out the post. xo

    www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

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  12. TheShoeicide.comOctober 17, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    oh emm gee this is absolutely stunning .. u must come do my parents Succah next year.. if we don't go to Israel b'h...
    xoxo- Jamie Sutton

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  13. AnonymousOctober 17, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    I Love your array of pictures and colors. Very creative and entertaining <3 Thanks for the inspiration

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  14. Fashion Confessions of a MommyOctober 17, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Amazing photo finds. I am loving the gold and black nail polish and the clutch is so glam.
    Daphne.

    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  15. Johanna L.October 17, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Thanks for your nice comment on my blog! :) Your Sukkah looks fabulous, I could live in there, you know :D Awesome job, I'm totally blown away!

    And I for one would definitely wear that manicure, it's so cool. :) Hope your having a great week! xoxo

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  16. Jessica Rowe {The Aestate}October 17, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    YES YES YES! Love it! I turned out fab!! Amazing job!!

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  17. Julie (Little Pink Rain Boots)October 17, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Beautiful. I'm so inspired by your lovely work. You have such talent.

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  18. Collette OsunaOctober 17, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    I LOVE black and gold too!! You really did a fab job.work it:)

    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your kind words...it really means alot to me:)
    I cant wait to see more of your posts, Im following you now too!


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  19. AnnOctober 18, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    Love black and gold together.

    They look so elegant and conveys power and opulence. Nice Sukkah,
    great job!

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  20. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Love the white, black and gold combination. You are so talented! xo

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  21. brachaOctober 18, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Black and Gold are my favorite colors and it came together so pretty..gut yom Tov!

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  22. Silvia NegrettiOctober 18, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Love black, white & gold mixed in this baroque way!
    very very sophisticate!
    xxx
    S
    http://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com

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  23. SymbioticLifeOctober 18, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    This was a much needed inspiration for me. I've been beating my head on some decorating stuff and this look is gorgeous. I'm amazed at how resourceful and budget friendly you managed to keep it and still have it look that great. I would totally rock that mani! I agree with you about this color combination being sensational.

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  24. natasha {schue love}October 18, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    What a stunning setup! I love black and gold...it's so elegant and rich!

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  25. STYLE'NOctober 18, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Wow so much good stuff here...love the clutch and who doesn't love a touch of gold right?

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  26. Something Old, Something NewOctober 19, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Looks great!! Love black & gold together!

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  27. EricaOctober 20, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Love the black & gold...I actually have a similar post coming up on it!

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    Erica

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  28. Nicole FelicianoOctober 20, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Yes! I would wear that mani. Thanks for this inspiring post and for sharing on Monday Mingle.

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  29. UnknownOctober 20, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Amazing...truly impressed lady!

    Agreed...black and gold is just the most amazing partnership of colors and adds instant "chic".
    Thanks for sharing this with us Sharon.
    C

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  30. Linda @ theLENNOXXOctober 21, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    I absolutely love it!! The stripes combined with the gold is perfection. And yes, I'd definitely rock that mani (it's just a gold stripe away from the one I already have ;-)

    Have a great weekend!!

    xox Linda

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  31. B.October 22, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    nice! love the space, good work :)
    xo
    http://coconutwishes.blogspot.com

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  32. ChanalesingsOctober 24, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    incredible sukkah!!! i would totally wear the black and gold nail polish btw!

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  33. Kara EndresOctober 25, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Oooooh this post was made for me! I love love love those colors together. The 3D art is really cool.

    xx Kara
    Sprinkles in Springs

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  34. KyrstanOctober 26, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Great Post! Love the Black, White and Gold!!

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