Meet
Olivia Naomis
Instagram http://instagram.com/basilandolives
Website http://santiek.com/
Face book https://www.facebook.com/houseofsantiek
HOME:
Where do you draw your
inspiration from to decorate your home?
I tend to draw
inspiration from everything that surrounds me on a daily basis, as well
interior blogs/magazines/instagram and current fashion trends. When I started
to use pinterest to document images I loved or that inspired me, I started to
notice that my boards were like a pantone chart (that’s the graphic designer in
me!) and that I had a distinct style but that there were obvious colour
trends - one month I was obsessed with blue and the next month it was pink!
People have even mentioned this about my instagram posts, so knowing this is
what I’m like I do tend to stick to neutrals in my home and add colour with
bright and patterned tea cups, fresh flowers or books that I can easily change
up.
What are your go to stores for home accessories?
Dlux - which recently
changed over to Luis La Pegna (www.luislapegna.com) is one of my favourites
here in Perth as well as Empire Homewares (www.worldofempire.com).
They both have such a diverse range of colours, patterns and styles and I am
always inspired (and overwhelmed) when I visit. Being a visual
merchandiser for T2 I am constantly surrounded by the most beautiful homewares
and absolutely love the variety in designs that they source and also in house
design (I own quite a collection).
Do you have any tips for making the home cosy
this coming winter?
I really love a modern
home but have found it to be a little more difficult to create a ‘cosy’
space and atmosphere, especially in the winter time. I think its really
important to love and feel good in the rooms you spend time entertaining or
relaxing, and so comfort comes first! Plenty of cushions, soft throws, fluffy
rugs, mood lighting and the scent and look of candles burning can instantly
warm the place up. I also love having different shades of the same colour
in a room, as well as contrasting of light and dark colours. All white and
light shades is my favourite, and is clean and fresh in summer but can feel
clinical and cold in the winter.
What is your favourite thing about your home?
I would have to say the
living room! it’s a big open but cosy space surrounded by windows and it
is where my family and friends gather for “tea time”.
Do you currently have your eyes on any home
décor or furniture?
When do I not! I was
recently gifted a beautiful Hermes Balcon du Guadalquivir teapot and a tea mug
from the same range though, so sitting at the top of my wishlist is a platter
to match the set. I am also eye’ing the Santamarta cutlery set in silver
which is so beautifully engraved. I discovered a love for engraved cutlery at
Vue De Monde, the restaurant we went to the night my fiancé and I got engaged.
I feel like having the set in our own home to use for special occasions will be
a beautiful reminder of that night.
FASHION
How do you plan your outfits? Do you have any
rules?
I usually plan my
outfits in my head (my mind is like that program Cher has on Cluless!) If I put
it on the day of the event or outing and I don’t feel right in it or it doesn’t
look the way I had imagined then I usually change my outfit all together. I
have learnt to never go out if I’m not 100% comfortable in what I am wearing as
I will always regret the decision. Going out to enjoy yourself to me shouldn’t
be compromised by how amazing an outfit could potentially look (hence I ditched
the stilettos long ago and invested in wedges and chunky heels!)
Favourite luxe brands?
YSL (now Saint Laurent)
& Hermes.
Favourite street brands?
I love Australian
labels! My favs are Zimmermann, Aje, Sass & Bide, Willow, Country Road,
Witchery, Viktoria + Woods.
What are your 3 must have piece for this coming
winter?
A pair of light fitted
jeans, a warm turtle neck knit and an amazing sneaker.
What is something that you will splurge on?
Jewellery, Sneakers,
Handbags. I think it’s about having a few very special investment pieces that
you know you will get so much wear out of and you can then build upon. I’m more
willing to splurge on an item that is more classic than what is ‘on trend’ for
the season as I’m less likely to get over it.
Do you have a fashion icon?
My Yiayia (grandmother
in Greek) who was a dress maker and always pulls together the most amazing
outfits even at 80 years of age. Miroslava Duma, Olivia Palermo and Nicole
Richie are constantly putting together outfits that I lust after or are
inspired by.
Do you have any safety net pieces i.e ponchos on
a bloated belly day? If so, why?
LBD and playsuits! If I try on
everything and like nothing I will always opt for one of my black dresses that
I will dress up with a chunky neck piece, or one of my lace playsuits that are
tied in at the waist. There is one long sleeve lace playsuit by Zimmermann that
I have that has saved me a number of times! It’s so versatile and can be worn
night or day and it’s the first thing I pack when I go on Holidays as a back
up.
BUSINESS
How did Santiek come
about?
I started Santiek in the
last year of my graphic design degree to kick start my freelance business.
Did you have a clear
vision for you brand?
I had a clear vision
then, and fast-forward 6 years to now my vision has slightly altered and
expanded into a few different avenues such as styling, events and pop up shops
resulting in ‘House of Santiek’. As these picked up quite quickly and I started
collaborating with a good friend of mine we decided we wanted to keep these
other ventures separate from my graphic design business and EDIT by Rebecca &
Olivia was born.
Where do you hope your
brand will be in 5 years?
Recently I have been
working on a lot of creative projects with santiek more suited to my interests
than earlier years. With freelance of course you can’t choose your clients
(they choose you) but my focus has been more on wedding stationary, bridal showers,
baby showers and business identities. In 5 years I hope to be specializing in
one area.
What can people expect
from Santiek/EDIT?
Santiek - Personalized
designs that cater to your personality, style and vision.
EDIT – A permanent
gallery space/shop front is on the cards…
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