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Aloha! From New York…

small shop: hawaiian-inspired bedroom

Sharing bits of Hawaii in two places today!

It’s funny to be greeting you in such a way from the Big Apple, but I’m guest posting for two lovely ladies today and I chose my homeland Hawaii for both. Please check out:

“A Hawaiian-Inspired Bedroom” on The NOW Stylebook
Trying to get some of my yearning for Hawaii out of my system! (NOT working.)

“Details with small shop” on The House of Earnest
I’m sharing a few ways I’ve incorporated Hawaii into my home. You may be surprised?

And on this same topic, did you know that famed decorator Michael S. Smith did a house in Hawaii? I love the way he mixed just the right amount of tropical details with classic American pieces…

Michael S. Smith Hawaii bedroom Elle Decor

Michael S. Smith Hawaii kitchen Elle Decor

And really, this house could be anywhere, yah?

I’ll be back in CA tomorrow, but for now, enjoying my time in the city…

Images from Elle Decor

Erika Brechtel

Erika's passion for guiding women to "Style Your Biz, Your Home, Your Self, Your Life" led her create 'The E List' (formerly the Small Shop blog) in 2010. Since, she's expanded globally into speaking, mentoring, course offerings, angel investing, and social entrepreneurship through the Élanoura Collective for women founders.

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  1. Sadie + Stella says

    May 23, 2012 at 5:26 am

    I have to admit. I am LOVING these spaces. So refreshing and so island. I hope you are enjoying Blogfest!! Lucky girl.

  2. Eileen says

    May 23, 2012 at 5:35 am

    Ahh that house is gorgeous! I so want to go to Hawaii RIGHT now! Have fun in NYC and can’t wait to hear all about your trip!

    xoxo
    eileen

  3. Chelsea says

    May 23, 2012 at 6:30 am

    I have been dreaming about Hawaii…I love the floor in that second pick. Not an easy look to pull off, but it looks fabulous. Hope you are still having a great trip .xo

  4. Amanda {eclectic snapshots} says

    May 23, 2012 at 6:45 am

    Such a gorgeous home! And in Hawaii, perfect!
    Hope you’re having fun!

  5. Eloquent English says

    May 23, 2012 at 7:32 am

    Ohhhhh so pretty! I love city/location inspired decor! We’ve named each of our bedrooms with their themes. xoxo A-

  6. elizabeth says

    May 23, 2012 at 8:57 am

    you know I have never been to Hawaii (well once when I was in my mom’s belly) and I want to go so bad! They brought me back a placemat with my name in Hawaiian – Aleka Peka…hee hee
    Miss you! Off to read your guest posts!
    xoxo -e (modern24seven)

  7. Andi of My Beautiful Adventures says

    May 23, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    A turquoise floor? YES PLEASE!

  8. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    May 23, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    I didn’t know you grew up in Hawaii! My grandmother lived in Waikiki when I was growing up and I got to spend a couple summers there when I was 8 and 9 (just a couple weeks each time). I’ve been lucky enough to go back twice as an adult to visit. There’s no place like it. So beautiful.

  9. kim says

    May 27, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    please, please tell me what the floor is made of? the turquoise floor?

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