Woah, I'm really feeling this vibe. Is it just me or does Arvin seem... different? No lie, I stopped watching because the videos started to feel a touch... inauthentic. But there was just something so real about this video. I loved it. Well done!
Yes, I’m back to being a maximalist. At 77 years old if I don’t use my accessories now, I never will. I have lots of things that I love, but had put away. I’m getting more and more out and layering. I’m loving seeing all my things out. I’m not worried about being in style or out of style at this time in my life. I have very little visitors, mostly children and grandchildren. Decorating for me and loving it. I’m so glad that you mentioned maximalist. Glad to see you back too! 💜Jeanette Turner, Tennessee
Those blue pillows are to be replaced or covered, right? Maybe a print somewhere? Zebra on the sofa? Maybe a new zebra side chair? In por portion ? It needs some pow!
Arvin I've missed you but THIS you feels so calm, centered and - "in love" suits you well. All I wish is that I could have a hug. You embody friendship kindness. ❤ Longer videos are delightful.
You seem to be sharing more of your true self here, and I like the more relatable Arvin enormously. We married out of state (it wasn't legal nationally then) and had a costume party after we got home with everyone coming as their favorite romantic character. It was memorable and so much fun. Congratulations and best wishes to you and Andrew.
I would go with a camel velvet with a slight pattern/texture for the sofa. You already have a dark chair, and you want it to look more collected. The camel will make it present better than anything to dark, and you’ll be glad of how elegant/casual it looks. It will look more custom that way too. ❤
LOVE the relaxed feel and flow of this video, love your hair this length, your glasses frames, the vision for your home, the fashion, the dogs’ noises and your genuine reactions, and loved that antique store!! That large darkly colored abstract you spotted the first time you visited the store? It. Is. Perfect! Get it!! Congrats on the new rugs, as well!
Arvin, Andrew and the Boys - You have been missed on RU-vid, but I truly understand why you had a gap in content uploads. Artists need inspiration, self reflection and time away to remain creative. Anything less than taking the time you need to do that would be a disservice to everyone. You’re like Adele. Her albums are intentionally spaced years apart to ensure authenticity and quality are never sacrificed. I’m excited about the new direction in your home decor with 10 percent art deco. Intimate weddings are special because you know and love each guest. Congratulations on all of your well-earned success. I have been a follower from the beginning, and I have enjoyed this journey.
Arvin, I have ALWAYS FELT that your videos are so informative and have loved hearing your thought processes in your design, but this video was a real cut above showing your brilliance in design discussion. Good Lord, I must say I am impressed, and this video was like no other, not only from you but anyone else either. @blown away with so MANY new ideas..... thank you. 🥰
Right away, I got EXCITED when I heard MCM and Art Deco. Together at LAST!!! I was obsessed with Art Deco for so long, but when I found out that Victorian/Edwardian/Craftsman-early American was ALSO fabulous and strangely cheaper and somehow more available, that was where it was at for me. But I've really warmed up to MCM and have rescued a few MCM pieces, like a chrome/Formica yellow broken ice-patterned dinette table, and a REALLY - like WOW - cool MCM coffee table that needs SERIOUS restoration. I also have a late '40s curio cabinet. Finally found my already-restored (phew) dream Art Deco console table WITH side table I use to...watch Arvin videos on. Lolz. Because that's where my TV is set (the mirror is the most). Rescued a beautiful Art Deco tallboy dresser (the wood smells INCREDIBLE on the inside). Been obsessed with Tiger Oak (rescued a c. 1910 mirror-mantle) and Birdseye Maple (RMS Queen Mary-inspired, of course)! I rescued an Edwardian Era humidor AND semi-rescued an Edwardian Era side table (the one item I actually bought for $20 at the Salvation Army). Dang. That's a lot more rescuing than I thought. Ending is NOT better than mending. Anyway! With all these eclectic pieces I am gradually restoring and polishing up, I am trying to fuse these three styles together with slightly more emphasis on the x>1930s items. And I am syked to see Arvin's MCM/Art Deco fusion because I NEED the inspiration so I can figure out how to fuse all these different styles in my own space.
I love the idea of warm mid century meets art deco. Mixing eras and styles takes true creativity and gives a new vibe that is unique to each individual. I’m having so much fun myself expressing my creativity through design in my own space.
Hi Arvin! Congratulations to you both! Yay! Welcome to the marriage club. I'm glad you took time off to travel and enjoy yourself. Missed you ! It's hard to decided between both swatches but I think I would go with warm black because the camera show it has a velvet texture.
What a treat on a Sunday (love the longer format). Loved your thoughts on change and coming back to yourself. That verdant green in the Petra is beautiful! Congrats on the collection.
Where have you been, so glad to see you and getting an update. Praying all has been well and I am loving you reconnecting your personal fashion style to home design.
Really missed you for me the longer the video the better,don't lose who you are,I enjoy and really missed seeing you,.all will work out you and Andrew,take care and see you in the next one 🤗👍👍
I know what you mean about black, I have had 3 black tailored leather sofas and I’m tired of it. Great ambiance at night mixed with antiques, but miss fabric and coziness. At night it looks gorgeous during the day more extreme.
It makes sense that your inspo & creativity stems more from your fashion because you are an extrovert who needs to share and then experience the responses of others. You can’t take your home decor outside to show it off, and take part in others enjoyment the way you can an outfit. Sharing on social media is just not the same. Reading comments doesn’t make one feel the vibes like seeing people’s faces. I get you!
Warm Mid Century Modern meets Art Deco? Sounds perfect! That office sofa is everything! Go with your heart. Better to regret the acts of commission, rather than omission.
Yes!!! Love love the mid century/art deco mix!!! There’s an interior designer on RU-vid who said in one of her videos that you should never mix those two design styles and I couldn’t disagree more. I’ve been doing it subtlety in my home for the last couple years and I think it looks fantastic. Now that I know that’s the combo you’re going for, I want to do it even more!!
Favourite video EVER😍 I’m sorry you went thru a trying time feeling uninspired Arvin. You and your spectacular je ne c’est quoi, and jois de vivre have been missed. Sooo delighted you’ve found your new design ethos. Congratulations on your nuptials🎊 You are beautiful consulting with Andrew and sourcing art you both vibe with. Thank you for being you💋🤌
You seem more mature, and more focus on what you want, which is great, happy for you 👍🏼👌🏼. Love to watch ur videos, even though you dont do it often like b4 but i know ur busy, ty , much appreciated.
Congratulations to you & Andrew! Thrilled by your renewed enthusiasm & evolving taste. Love the warm black, ‘denim’ & midnight blue. Adore your new hair & your pups .. their snores do not bother but are reassuring.
So, so happy to see you again! I have missed you so much. Congratulations to you and Andrew for your marriage! My, you seem to have changed so much. You seem so calm now. Your hair is different too. So glad you have gone back to dressing up. Fashion is such a big part of your personality. As for the color for your office sofa, I vote for the dark black. Would love a new tour of your beautiful house and decor. Please don't stay away for long now. You make me happy, and you make me smile. Love you! ❤
I've missed you too! Thank you for the sweet words. We have a few videos lined up for the next couple of weeks and I have to say I enjoyed this extra long vlog format. It felt like I was having a friend over and we were catching up :) so more to come.
So good to have you back, Arvin.....you were missed! Congrats to you and Andrew! Looking forward to many more informative and fun videos. Btw, I love your look now....hair length, glasses....so cool! ❤️
❤ It's so nice to see you again, Arvin! You've been missed. Congratulations to you both on the marriage license! I really love this video. I feel like it gives off more "vintage Arvin" vibes. I believe the time for self reflection has given you that fresh energy we've always adored. I SO appreciate your honesty, openness, and generosity of spirit. Have to mention how much Marble's snoring made me laugh! 😂 Love your new inspirations, and can't wait to see the progress in your beautiful home. You always look amazing, too❣️ Thank you for sharing your joy.
So good to see you again Arvin! I'm glad you were able to take a break. You are back with a renewed sense of peace and calmness. I loved seeing you and Andrew together. You seem so happy together. It was fun to see you two shopping together. Congratulations on your carpets. They are beautiful!
So happy to see you again congratulations on everything in your life.I have been watching for a long time through chemo radiation and surgery.I would kick back and watch you alway made me smile great ideals .I hope your family is well .Thank you both and the fur babies.
Wow! Welcome back...sure miss both of you. Congratulations! We all get in a rut so it's understandable. I am probably like you who wants to get things done...as in...right now, while my hubby is more of a procrastinator that irritates me sometimes but it gives me more time and space to think about how things could and would be. I will def check out your new rug collections, thanks for featuring that in this video. Yes, I have seen how your style changes and loving it. Again...Welcome back!
You are seriously one of my favorite people on YT. The "f" bomb had me 😂 But def the warm black to keep the coziness of your home. Also, Marble snoring made this vid so much better.
Arvin, Andrew!!! What a great vlog. Please continue this kind of format. I truly love your new style. It is very soft and much calmer. And I love the autentic and creative new you, Arvin. Can't wait to see you next vlog. Much love from Denmark...
Arvin, watching you in this video makes me love you even more. I feel like we can see your calm side. I do love the other more side of you too. This makes me love you even more. I feel like you are like just talking to us, that we are there sitting with you in your lounge room. Taking a break from social media is totally ok. We are human we need a break to centre ourselves, and find creativity in the little things. We can't be on all the time. Well done to listening to your heart. This video is excellent. ❤
First thought went automatically to the Jet Black Mohair Fabric!!! Just lovely, elegant, & refined….classy. Happy to see your return to You Tube. You look refreshed & calmer.
Definitely more relaxed video.. no rush, no hype, I like this Arvin.. would sit and watch for 40mins cause it feels like 5 mins! And you like blue now??? What a change.. love that blue rug
I love you and thanks for being authentic! Jet black for the color and I agree that the contrast will help your art deco style. I have the same camera and absolutely love it. Your recommendations are always on point. Keep this longer format videos coming, with the snores of your cuties. Your doggies are so beautiful! Thank you 🙏 for sharing so much and also respecting boundaries for your husband Andrew, and knowing what things to keep privately and what to share and when to share. I absolutely love how you style and fashion yourself. You are a baddie and I am happy to hear that your fashionista side is coming on and will be even more fierce and divine. Keep it coming, I am here for all of YOU! Sending many more blessings and love to you!
I MISSED YOU!!!! I LOVE YOU 💕 I LOVE YOUR VIBE. You remind me of myself in the cutest stylish way. I feel like you rehashed my life since I purchased my house. I lost my designer fashion sense as well but I feel like when I’m decorating my space I neglect my clothes.
Yes! Nothing in life is stagnant so why should your decor be? I'm currently redecorating my apartment and am also bringing in some art deco elements, a bit of a midcentury vibe and unexpected, funky touches. I'm doing it on a tight budget so it's slow-going but I'll get there. I can't wait to see your next chapter, Arvin.
Warm black- we downsized into a mid century condo that we plan to renovate we were all Gung ho to get going but have slowed down and are marinating in our ideas- feels so good to slow down and let ideas come to the surface - thanks for your fabulous content ❤
So wonderful seeing you ❤. Love your energy and excitement! Remember life is full of ups and downs and change. It great how you have reevaluated your own style and what makes you happy and inspired! Change can be scary (I just retired from a career I loved) but it can be reinvigorating too! So excited to see what’s coming next for you and your sweetie! ❤
I like the cool black because personally, I think it will balance your gorgeous warm space and especially if you’re going to be using the blue cushion pillows which is also cool but a bright cool color.
Honestly it was an ICONIC move 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Even though I’ve literally loved every single fashion moment I’ve ever seen you give (like mood board worthy truly 😍😍😍😍 I mean duh!!!) I so so so respect growth and evolution, and honestly have used very similar strategies to fund my furniture purchases 🙈😂. The way you merged your style across the board is so poetic, and inspiring, and I can’t wait to continue viewing every single moment along your evolution 🥹🥰 Xx
Welcome back Alvin! Congratulations to you and Andrew on your official union. I’m so happy to see you online, missed ya! I need some serious help decorating my apartment. I love your style and ideas and looking forward to see what you got in-store to share. Enjoy! Wishing you and Andrew the very best. Take care !
Omg I’ve missed you Arvin ❤️ you look so relaxed and happy, Congrats on your wedding!! I absolutely love your office and the styling of it is so good! Especially with the doggies ❤I’m so happy that you’re back with new content and I’m here for it! 🎉🎉🎉Warm black for sure!
Welcome back. I enjoyed your video and loving your vibe for new home. I just purchased a new home and recently started collecting art work for my new home. I like the “ warm black fabric.” Thank you for sharing .
Loved this video. I also love the new rugs. I fell in love with the Chestnut Melrose as soon as you showed it so I researched and debated for about a week and then pulled the trigger. I've had it in my living room for about 2 weeks now and I just love it. I'm also planning to get curtains from Twopages now that I've lived in the space for a little bit and my throw pillows just came in so I can pick a coordinating color. Anyway, thanks for posting about such accessible decor. I know what I like but it's hard for me to put it all together so it's nice to get recommendations but for real people. ☺
Gtsy again! Don’t be mad but I’m voting against both black fabrics because HELLO you have two sweet furbabies with light colored coats! That black fabric would be a fur magnet.
Agree! I'd stress unnecessarily trying to keep the fur off as its so visible with a dark color. Perhaps roll tuffed pillows in a dark color would give the vibe he's going for. I have a fur baby and bought a leather sofa, so I could just wipe it off, because I lost the battle of trying to keep him off the sofa. His fav spot is the corner of the sofa on a big fluffy blanket, that I wash when needed and everyone is happy!
It’s just not worth it! Warm and comfortable means hanging out chilling not chasing the pets off and living with a green bissell cleaner 24/7 ( made that mistake lol)
Welcome back Arvin. You’ve had a big influence on the way I furnished my house so you were gone for too long and I really missed you. If you can’t post videos at least could you post shorts of Marble and Sage? I missed them too, now Sage looks so much bigger than when you were posting last year. My house is mid70’s, and is concrete and glass, so I am looking to add more wood pieces to add warmth. I love the warm mid century meets art deco style!
Hi Arvin, I’m so glad you’re back!! I really admire you for speaking up about all of this. My husband I purchased our first home; it’s been six months. Everyone keeps asking us when will we buy stuff to fill up our home. If I’m being honest I’m just enjoying finding piece by piece. Just hearing you say don’t rush into things gives me hope we will get to what we want.
Arvin. So happy to hear an update from you. It’s funny how life sends us in certain directions to show us and teach us who we are, what we like and how to get there. You’re always so genuine and inspiring. Keep sharing what you learn. I love your home and what’s great about it is that it’s like this large canvas where you can keep reinventing what’s important to you. By the way, I loved the warm black for your office sofa. Perfection but I know you’ll choose whatever makes it work for you.
Yes I have seen a lot of buzz around art deco too!! I’m not making a full switch, but I am adding a few art deco pieces to lift all of the casual mid century that we already have 😍
I love art deco, very sleek but sometimes cold. And I love warm mid century, super cozy but sometimes informal... this actually sounds like the perfect fusion! Love this and will watch for inspiration since my cozy cabin décor needs some elegant touches added 💚✔💚
Love the longer format . Also love the mix between antique shopping and other things. Also if you can it’s okay to appreciate, like buy and treasure a piece from days gone by. If it’s rare and in good condition then go for it .
Greetings from London dear Arvin missed you on RU-vid. .. love your cool sophisticated charm and of course your great taste and sense of style in clothing and how you enhance your home space… keep shining and inspiring us all… congratulations on your marriage too ❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Getting back to self! This is such an important lesson, message, experience and part of our journey as creatives and human beings! Thank you for sharing, Arvin! (This is coming from someone who lived in and experienced the 'Hollywood Shuffle' also... it gets ya!)
I think you are on the right track with mid-century/art deco. Contrasts are always a good thing. For example, shiny metals with rustic warm tones, modern lamp with antique table, etc., etc. Also, it's an easy way to evolve your space and enjoy the process of collecting over time. Mohair is the best fabric! So incredibly durable and wears in beautifully over time!
Congratulations! I’m so pleased to watch your videos again….missed you and your passion for design. I wish you both your husband and you a beautiful life together.
Maybe my fave vid of yours ever. The GROWTH is palpable and I love to see it. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your big life updates with us all. We are basking in all of it with you 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 and YES more long form content please!
Hi Arvin. How are you? We are well thank you for asking. My husband and I missed you. We can tell being away from RU-vid gave you the much needed time to recharge. You look beautiful, happy, and relaxed. The information you shared confirms your talent and your passion for decor. We love you and thank you for the information and making us smile as you always do. Please tell Andrew we said hello. Congratulations to you both❤
Arvin you have been missed here on YT, welcome back! Congratulations on your marriage, how exciting for you and Andrew! I love the idea of blending mid-century modern and art deco, a very cool look indeed. Your office couch is perfect, I think I would go with the jet black. Oh, I'm really loving your new rug collection! That navy is to die for and would look fabulous in my space! I'm a maximalist myself as I love layering in a space. Lots of soft goods, patterns and colors. Don't be a stranger!
Welcome back Arvin. I can see you are energized! I like the warm black, not the deep black, for sure! Yes for the glass and steel! It brings luster. Someone on YT was saying luster is an element we should have, so I added just a touch to my home, and I have to say it worked. When you were in the antiques and art place, I fell in love with that splatter abstract with a touch of red. I totally think you should get it. On your new rug collection, I like that sort of orange one with the crosshatch pattern because of all the texture, the white one with the abstract black lines, the denim color, the alabaster one, and more! So glad we can go on your next journey with you. ❤
Welcome back Marbles y Sage....I missed you so much.....too darn cute. Felicidades Arvin y Andrew. God bless you always. The fact that you stood up and gave your fur baby the seat speaks volumes. You guys are amazing dads!!! I'm elated for your new journey. Congratulations on all your success. Blessings from New York.
I love Arvin!! I decorated my entire new home a couple of years ago from writing in a notepad almost everything you said about decorating. And I still love my home! I’m so glad you are back!
I get it, I always dressed up too, the last 5 years I'm mostly in t-shirts or sweats. 😂 Its a major event to get ready to go out- so I don't lol!! But it does affect your inspiration. I have wanted to be invisible 😊 Pulled back into myself.
