Who is Leslie Karen?
Leslie Karen is a blog dedicated to women who are forever curious, passionate and don’t believe in limits. I love DIY’ing and trying to figure out how to do things, traveling, designing interiors, finding good restaurants, fashion and reading. Basically just about anything creative and artistic.
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The 12 Best Train Rides in the World
I think there’s something very glamorous about trains and from watching movies about the Orient Express I’ve always wanted to go on a major train journey myself. A train ride makes you feel like you’ve slipped into the pages of a novel or the frame of a film. The rhythm of the wheels, the steady sway of the cars, the way time slows down while the world outside rushes by in a blur of color—it’s cinematic, it’s mysterious, and yes, it’s ridiculously romantic.
25 Things That Are Giving Me Life Right Now – My Love Affair with Wood Frames and Mattes
If you’ve been following along with my Giving Me Life series, you know this is where I let you peek inside my little obsessions—those design details that stop me mid-scroll or make me linger in someone else’s living room longer than socially acceptable. Every month, it’s something different, but this month? Oh, it’s a full-on love affair. With wood. Specifically, wood frames and mattes.
3 Fall Nail Trends that are Sneaking into Your Home and Closet
You know how it starts: you go in for a simple nail refresh, thinking you’ll just keep it “neutral.” Next thing you know, your nails are sporting a moody espresso brown, you’re eyeing a black cherry handbag, and your sofa suddenly looks like it’s begging to be reupholstered in royal purple velvet. That’s the thing about color trends—they rarely stay confined to your manicure. They have a sneaky way of moving into your wardrobe, your interiors, and eventually your entire vibe. This fall, the big three shades—brown, dark cherry, and purple—are not just nail trends. They’re lifestyle shifts waiting to happen.
Designer & Diy’er pumped up on caffeine and willing to create anything. I want to let women know they can do it and if they don’t want to, I will.
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20 Things Giving Me Life Right Now
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My Top 5 Pinterest Trends for 2025
Pinterest came out with their 2025 Pinterest Trends and I must say, they’re very exciting. In this first blog post I’m going to...
The Best Interior Design Trends for 2025 – Part 2
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The Best Interior Design Trends for 2025 – Part 1
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The Pantone 2025 Color of the Year – Mocha Mousse!
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23 Things that Gave Me Life This Season – The Last of the Year
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I’d love to work with you! Let me help you build your dream home, a new design for your office space, or create that cozy, chic room for your guests. I also happily answer general questions, share home-staging tips, and can recommend good products/fun decorating ideas. Do get in touch!
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