Best Guests
Furnish a welcoming guest room with these fabulous finds
By Sandy Hapoienu
Super Soaps
Aspire Boutique’s cruelty-free natural soaps are made from premium plant ingredients, herbs, and therapeutic-grade essential oils blended with shea butter, olive oil, vitamin E and fresh goat’s milk. The 52 unique blends are sold by weight and cost $18 a pound. Available at Aspire Boutique Salon, 70 Main St. , Tuckahoe, 337-3400 www.aspireboutiquesalon.com
The Softer Side of Remodeling
Pillows are an affordable way to change a look or add a finishing touch to a guest room. They offer the opportunity to embellish any decorating scheme by introducing color, texture, and pattern. Cost: $175. Available at Mill Street Home, 227 Mill St., Greenwich, CT (203) 813-3600
The Right Light
At home in just about any décor, this oversized, ceramic temple jar lamp in turquoise with translucent over-glazes adds a touch of history and worldly sophistication to a room. Its finish is reminiscent of ancient pottery techniques used in China. Cost: $750. Available at Blithewold, 495 Lexington Ave., Mt. Kisco, 666-7533
Statardust Memories
Nothing says “welcome” like a collection of pretty frames filled with photos of family and friends. Each one of these frames is finished by hand using dazzling combinations of Swarovski crystals, enamel, and other luxurious materials. Cost: $59 to $225. Available at Hoaglands, 175 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, CT (203) 869-2127
A Place for Everything
The Daisy Tapered Bin is a colorful way to keep your guest organized. Use it in a closet to hold folded clothes or accessories. It’s also a helpful solution for storing toys, knitting supplies, or reading materials. Cost: $14.99; available at The Container Store, 145 Westchester Ave., White Plains, 946-4767
Sandy Hapoienu, is a Waccabuc-based photo stylist and shopping editor. She is also a fierce personal shopper, a runway stylist, and a magician who can transform the girl-next-door into a fashionista. On top of that, she is a professor of visual merchandising at SUNY Westchester Community College. Email Sandy at fantasticfinz@hotmail.com.
