BEFORE AND AFTER : DRAFT AND DESIGN

We had so much fun putting together our latest photoshoot for the Bella Notte Spring 2014 Collection. We love sharing the collages that inspire us, stylist Juliet's sketches that gives us our blueprint, and the final shot that falls into the pages our inspiration books.

Enjoy the journey from mood board to design to photography.

Powder, Pebble, and Perfect Peach inspired Mood Board

Juliet's sketch paired with the final shot of Homespun Coverlet in Powder, and new Hendrix Throw Pillows

Powder and Flax inspired mood board

Sketch and final shot of this Hendrix and Madera ensemble

COLOR TREND: MINT

While we all love traditional neutrals for interior design, a splash of color can bring new life to a bedroom. At Bella Notte, we get excited to see how a fresh hue can reinvent a classic fabric. Mint is the latest fashion-forward addition to our palette, maintaining the soothing quality that we adore in our pastels, but with a candy twist.

We pulled this Color Trend article from Australian magazine Inside Out. Since they're already in summer down under, we must be ahead of the curve! Let our springy tabletop and bedroom photos inspire your next look—after all, who doesn't want a mint on their pillow?

INTERIOR INSPIRATION: VALENTINES DAY

What better season than one of love, chilly weather, and cuddly rooms to launch the first of our new Interior Inspiration blogs. We're incorporating colors, unique found items, and beautiful imagery to help you build a perfect space or expertly weave together your own Bella Bed.

Our new color, Powder conjures images of a glamorous 1950's Elizabeth Taylor, with her soft violet eyes and a vanity full of potions and powders.

Liz's sultry sophistication paired with these romantic textures and fanciful images provide the perfect Valentine's Interior Inspiration.

Valentine's Color Board

Bella Notte's Valentine's Day Bedding Suggestions:

• Linen Duvet Cover in Powder
• Trecento Sheets in Petal
• Olivia Pillowcases in Powder over Trecento Pillowcases in Petal
• Hendrix Deluxe Shames in Powder
• Loulah Bolster in Powder
• Linen Whisper Dust Ruffle in Petal

Tabletop Suggestions:

• Olivia Tablecloth in Powder over
• Linen Whisper Tablecloth in Petal
• Silk Velvet Quilted Placemats in Powder
• Linen Whisper Napkins in Petal