Home & Design Rachel Gang Home & Design Rachel Gang

The Greatest Hits of 2024: The Floral Edition

2024 was the year of events for us here at Helen Olivia. We closed out 2024 with hundreds- actually closer to a thousand- events under our belt for the year. Some small and intimate, and others large and extravagant. Looking back on the 2024 season, we thought we’d share some of our most memorable. 

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Lifestyle, Home & Design Britt Patterson Lifestyle, Home & Design Britt Patterson

A Christmas Getaway: Santa’s Village in Lapland, Finland

Located in the snowy landscapes of Rovaniemi, Finland, Santa’s Village brings the magic of Christmas to life every day of the year. Officially recognized as the hometown of Santa Claus, this enchanting destination in the Arctic Circle offers visitors an unforgettable experience filled with holiday cheer, adventure, and unique cultural traditions.

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Home & Design Kristin Try Home & Design Kristin Try

Discovering Design Inspiration and Unique Finds in Alexandria: Crème de la Crème’s Newest Location

Recently, I had the pleasure of attending a wonderful design-focused event at Alexandria’s Crème de la Crème store. At the event, I picked up the perfect holiday gift for any design enthusiast: The Living Room, the latest title published by Assouline. For those unfamiliar, Crème de la Crème is a haven for unique home and entertaining finds.

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Home & Design Lisa Soboleski Home & Design Lisa Soboleski

Nostalgic Gifting

Holidays can stir up a lot of feelings, and there is comfort in memories that connect us to people and places of the past. We are feeling particularly nostalgic these days and have assembled a Gift Guide to celebrate fond memories and a few things we grew up loving.

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Home & Design Rachel Gang Home & Design Rachel Gang

Let’s Talk Front Doors

Let’s talk front doors.  As funny as it is to say, front doors are my favorite part of a home’s exterior. This season we’re rolling out a brand new collection of door wreaths that are the perfect celebration of the season, and a wonderful gifting idea.  


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Home & Design Lauren Sadlon Home & Design Lauren Sadlon

‘Tis the Season to Organize Your Home!

The holidays are coming, which means cozy gatherings, cherished traditions and, yes, a bit of chaos. But don’t let the season overwhelm you! With some thoughtful preparation, you can create a welcoming space that lets you focus on what really matters: making memories with loved ones. 

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Home & Design Kristin Try Home & Design Kristin Try

Holiday Joy: A Home Transformed with Thoughtful Design

In Alexandria, Kelley Reynolds’ home has become a haven of warmth and joy during the holidays, thanks to a six-year collaboration with Kristin Try Interiors. Room by room, the partnership has created a space where design and function blend seamlessly, offering the perfect backdrop for celebrating family traditions and hosting loved ones.

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Home & Design Amy Rutherford Home & Design Amy Rutherford

7 Thoughtful Host Gifts That Aren’t Wine (Perfect for Any Occasion!)

Wine and flowers are great go-to gifts. If you want to go that route, then be sure the flowers are in a vase, and you tell them clearly the wine is for later. If you want to go a slightly different route, then here are a few good ideas. Keep in mind that a thoughtful gift doesn’t need to break the bank. The overall theme is to pamper your host and make sure they don’t feel like they have to act immediately.

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