Having a hard time shopping for a suitable gift for that one person on your list? Here’s an amazing find that I’m definitely digging into for myself – Noteflix!

The adage says imitation is the highest form of flattery. In the art and design world, though, the struggle between originality and imitation isn’t quite so simple.

Halloween is upon us! In the spirit of the spooky holiday, we’ve compiled our own office storybook of Halloween memories and inspiration. Read on for shrieks and laughs… Esther’s Bridal Entrance Halloween irony: Every year of childhood I insisted on dressing as a bride — never once switched it up. Admittedly, my decision was driven by the fact that I loved to make an entrance down our home’s staircase while my mother played the wedding march on the piano. To this date, never been married. Hmmm… Lisa Loves Boxes. A lot. The box business is a family trade that goes…

This week we're shining the spotlight on Art Deco.This eclectic style, symbolic of the Machine age, can still be widely seen today. Here are some of our favorite finds: Lisa's Arch-Deco Favorites: I  lived somewhere besides New York for a few years, and it didn't go well. It was a beautiful old city, but it lacked (among other things) that architectural thing Manhattan has- the decorative and structural elements that take your breath away as you round the corner. Many of these favorite (and most sorely-missed) moments of mine feature Art Deco flourishes-  some well known, and others mysteries waiting...

A roundup of this month’s interesting news reads and notes under the umbrella of design and experiences for our collective radar screen… MUST TRACK  – Banksy We have always been fascinated by the elusive artist Banksy. We are  now wild about his NY residency this month and all the engagement and emotion his works are prompting. Exhibit A – Exclusive music festivals for super rich The latest trend in lavish home entertaining. Exhibit B – Super interesting fundraiser concept treasure hunt Exhibit C – The Architecture of Autism Emerging group homes of architecctural note for adults living with autism. Exhibit…

Jourdann Goes Pink. Benjamin Moore’s Peony 2709-30. Even with temperatures cooling and chic fall coat wearing a must, pink is the perfect shade for October’s Color of the Month. The femme hue is not only representative of Breast Cancer Awareness, but it’s also a hot trend. On Peony: “Taking its name from the lush bloom that symbolizes romance and prosperity, this deep pink has a hint of black that makes it ideal for those who seek a vibrant color that’s not overpowering,” says Benjamin Moore. The expressive tone pairs gracefully with dark gray, as shown in the photos of interiors below….

Technology has changed our lives and influenced the way we make purchase decisions. Landlines have been cut, consumers are on the move and using their devices to consume an ever-expanding array of content and services. Our environment has changed and, as marketers, we need to respond to this development and shift the way we interact with our audiences. Where does content marketing fit into this shift? According to Joe Pulizzi, founder of the Content Marketing Institute, the formal definition of content marketing is: A marketing technique of creating and distributing relevant and valuable content to attract, acquire, and engage a…

The news from Paris is that fresh faces are upending Fashion Week runways. We’re not talking newcomer designers, though—rather, established houses like Balmain, Alexander Wang, and Proenza Schouler grabbed headlines by sending makeup-free models down the catwalk to showcase their creations. From left to right: Runway looks at Balmain, Alexander Wang and Proenza Schouler. Leave it to the City of Light to remind the design world how glowing the au naturel look can be. But, perhaps there’s more than what’s on the face of it. The Digital Luxury Group released rankings this past summer showing that Chanel has finally overtaken…

Traveling can open the mind reveal the silver lining… A 5 a.m. wakeup call is really just another chance to use our awesome JCPenney Home Bodum coffeemaker. Spritzer spillage on the Mohawk SmartStrand becomes a perfect demonstration opportunity for the carpet’s awesome stain-resisting power. And a late night arrival to a campsite in Iowa is apparently a great way to make new friends and get their “glamping approval” on our Flavor Paper wallpaper. We had so much fun on our RV journey in August that we wanted to recount all the places we saw, characters we met and impressions we made. Take a look at our…

We are so excited to have two (charming, brilliant, talented) new interns here at VP+C. Get to know Victoria and Jessica, below. Victoria Fancies These Florals: Ever since my childhood, I’ve loved flowers. I’m not sure if it’s a product of the bright colors, or their delicate petals, or just the fact that I’m a girl. Either way, I know I’m not alone, and that got me wondering: why don’t we use flowers in more interesting ways in advertising? Today’s use of flowers is narrow. They elicit romance, special occasions, and the daily lives of every single Gossip Girl character…