Q. Hi Nicole! I am interested in purchasing a Starburst convex mirror like the one you have in your living room. Do you have any suggestions on where to find one on a tight budget?
-Michelle

A. Hi Michelle! I love the look of a starburst mirror. I think it’s one of those timeless decorative elements that will never go out of style. Designed to mimic the rays of light emitted by the sun or a star, these mirrors add an instant touch of glamour and light to any space. You can place one as a stand alone like I did in my living room or cluster them in groups for maximum impact. I scoured the net to find 5 great options for you, all priced under $100, plus a fun DIY version you can make yourself if you’re feeling crafty. And if you have the patience for a hunt, try scouring ebay and your local flea markets for a vintage find. Good luck!

1. Wire Capiz Sunburst Wall Mirror – $84.99, Target | 2. Oversized Sunburst Mirror – $69.99, Target | 3. Suzanne Kassler Sunburst Mirror – $99, Ballard Designs | 4. Oversized Gold Sunburst Mirror – $69.99, Target | 5. Suzanne Kassler Sunburst Mirror – $79, Ballard Designs | 6. Sunburst Mirror DIY by Erica Domesek of PS I Made This via Rue issue #4 pg 58.

Need design advice or help solving a decorating dilemma? Email me at info {at} sohautestyle.com and your question could be featured on So Haute!

_{Photos: Top Left – Carter Smith/Elle.com. Top Right – Suzy Hoodless}

Despite the cold, rainy weather, Spring is officially here and I’ve been dreaming up rooms filled with spring greens, lovely lavender, pops of pink and feminine florals. With inspiration from model/actress Devon Aoki in a beautiful spring garden and a pretty pastel room by British designer Suzy Hoodless, here are some ideas for how you can infuse a bit of spring into your home this season!

PAINT: (L-R) Lily Lavender, Sugarplum, Vintage Taupe – Benjamin Moore Paints. FABRICS: (L-R) Simple Pleasures – Duralee,  Velvet $30/yd – Mood Fabrics,  Riviera in Flight $19.99/yd – Iman Home, Flower Field $21.59/yd – Calico Corners. ACCESSORIES: 1.  Moroccan Pouf $206.99 – Overstock.com, 2. Ceramic Lamp $159.99 – Target, 3.  Tempo Velvet Pillow $39.95 – Crate & Barrel, Caspian Plateau Rug $998 – Anthropologie, 5. Chinese Garden Stool $129 – Wisteria, 6. Tree of Life Framed Art $2000 – Anthropologie, 7. Bexley Throw $49.95 – Crate & Barrel.

On April 5th luxury publisher Assouline will release a new coffee table book that celebrates the beauty and magic of St. Barths which happens to be one of my all-time favorite vacation destinations. Written by Pamela Fiori (who also authored In the Spirit of Capri), In the Spirit of St. Barths is full of captivating photos, giving us an up close look at the posh Caribbean isle that evokes the glamour of the French Riviera and is synonymous with chic. Think yachts, champagne, beautiful beaches and beautiful people. Below is a little peek at what you’ll find inside! (Photos and captions from In the Spirit of St. Barths are courtesy of Assouline).

“It takes a skilled pilot to land on the 2,170-foot-long runway without ending up in the Baie de St. Jean.”

You can order your copy of In the Spirit of St. Barths here. And since we’re on the subject, I thought I’d share a few of my own photos of St. Barths that also capture the spirit of this idyllic little island. Now who’s ready for a vacay?!

_{A design by Ryan Korban for pro Skateboarder Chad Muska. Photographer: Patrick Cline. Photo via 1st Dibs}

From chic house tours and party planning tips from a top Hollywood decorator to the new crop of tween design bloggers whose names you should know, here are our favorite articles from around the web that you must read this weekend!

*LA based celebrity interior designer Nathan Turner shares his top party planning tips with Elle Decor (ElleDecor.com)

*Check out 1st Dibs for a great profile on edgy “it” designer Ryan Korban (1st Dibs)

*First there was 14-year-old fashion blogger Tavi Gevinson, now meet the new wave of tween design bloggers hitting the scene. (Shelterpop)

*Jen Ramos of MadebyGirl gives readers a tour of a beautiful, bright & sunny California home. (MadebyGirl)

**New York Social Diary goes inside the tailored, modern and masculine apartment of NYC based decorators Jim Aman and John Meeks. (New York Social Diary)

Have a wonderful weekend!

PS – If you haven’t heard, we’re conducting our first ever reader survey and I’d love to hear from you! My goal is to get a better understanding of who you are and the type of content you’re most interested in reading here on So Haute! Plus, by completing the survey you’ll be eligible to win a fab limited-edition Christian Chiaze print from 20×200! Click here to take the survey!

I also want to give a huge thanks to everyone who has already completed the survey! I’m so inspired by all of your feedback…both positive and constructive and I’m grateful to have the most amazing and supportive readers ever! I’m learning so much from each and every one of you and look forward to continuing to bring you fresh and inspiring content on a regular basis! xo Nicole

_{PB Found Vintage Kilim Rugs $1,699.00 – $3,299.00}

I came across these limited-edition vintage kilim rugs that Pottery Barn is currently offering and thought they were fabulous! Such rich colors and patterns! Sourced from a collector in Istanbul, each rug is unique and is anywhere from 40-80 years old.  I’ve been hunting for something similar to hide my ugly rental kitchen floor. I totally love the rug Jamie Meares used in her kitchen which was featured in High Gloss Magazine:

If you love this look too below is some more inspiration from designers Sara Gilbane, Commune Design and Tia Zoldan. And if the Pottery Barn vintage kilims are out of your range, eBay has an incredible selection at all price points to help you achieve this look for less! Click here to browse eBay’s selection of beautiful vintage kilim rugs!

_{Photo: Commune Design}