The Brownstone Babe.

Born southerner from South Carolina, now living in Brooklyn, NY by way of Bloomington, IN. A librarian of clothes (of sorts) for J.Crew Enjoys your grandma's jewelry, versatile bangs, red lipstick, fisherman sweaters, and breakfast at any hour of the day. My Brooklyn Apartment, as seen on Design*Sponge. Flickr. Photo Blog. The Original. Instagram. Je t'aime: Madewell. J.Crew. Jagjaguwar. Dead Oceans. Secretly Canadian. IZOLA Tomboy Style Kris Payne Photography Kinfolk Magazine Lonny Magazine Aquarium Drunkard Man of the World. TKOW Blackberry Farm Garden & Gun Magazine

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denise basement 2 by taswaim featuring handmade candles

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denise basement 2 by taswaim featuring a clear glass table lamp

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denise's basement by taswaim featuring handmade rugs

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denise's basement by taswaim featuring a brown leather chair

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Hi everyone!!!!

I know it’s been 2,000 + years since I’ve posted here, so who knows if any of you are still reading this page, but I have some exciting news to share!!!

Remember over a year ago when I shared that Apartment Therapy had come to my home to take some pictures?  Well, those pictures are finally going to be seen in the form of their new book that due out in just over a week!!!! Words can’t even begin to explain how excited I am to share my home in this format, it is truly SUCH AN HONOR (and absolutely bonkers/crazy.)

Anyway, just thought I’d share.  For those of you looking for guides and inspiration, I think this one’s for you. 

You can pre-order it here, or pick up a copy when it hits stands!

I’ll just be over here losing my marbles until then. 

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Instagram, as of late. 

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Yet another perfect dream house featured in Lonny Magazine this month.  Design by Jessica Helgerson, who also designed this kitchen.... you know, the one I'd basically lie down and die for. 

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Major home envy going on for Kate Davison's San Fran space.  

via The Every Girl

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This dining room and I are feeling moody today. 

via apartment therapy

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Hi Taylor, I saw your apartment featured on A Design Sponge while I was pinteresting some good "home" ideas. I'm about to move into my first studio space, and I'm essentially starting from scratch with furniture // decor. I absolutely adored these photos of your apartment, and was wondering if you'd be willing to lend some of your expertise. I'm so in love with the rustic coffee table, the dark 2 seater couch, and those gorgeous white chairs… would you be able to let me know of the brands?

Hello out there!

Congrats on getting your first space!  I remember how excited I was the first time I moved into an apartment of my very own back in college. 

To answer your questions, the couch and coffee table were both from west elm.  These were my big apartment splurges... I'd been using a hand-me-down coffee table from my mother's college days, and my couch was something I picked up for $50 at a yard sale. When I moved to New York, I finally said goodbye to both and treated myself to pieces that I really loved (and knew would last.)

The white chairs I actually found at TJ Maxx for a total steal.... They originally had dark-wood legs, but I changed them a little to compliment my space by painting them the color you see in the photos, something I think a lot of people don't realize they have the option to do when purchasing something new. Never be afraid to tweak something store-bought if it doesn't quite fit what you're looking for.  

Hope these tips help, and thanks for the lovely compliment!!

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Life lately as seen from my Instagram.

Hope you're all out there having a great last weekend of summer.  While I'm ready for fall, I may just sneak out to the beach one last time for a proper goodbye. 

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I could sing from the roofs, it feels like fall here in NYC today.... here's a pretty table to look at to get you in the mood (despite the temperature where ever you may be)

via Domino

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all of this, yes please.

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my ideal farmhouse situation. 

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Lonny Magazine is on point this month.