Author Archives: Leslie Parraguirre

LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT WEDDING VENUE?

The Villa of San Juan Capistrano As most of you are aware, I have been in the midst of planning my daughter, Cali’s wedding for several months now and we are coming into the home stretch.  We are quickly approaching … Continue reading

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LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE

Neidhardt, Inc is owned and operated by Frank Neidhardt, and is based in Redwood City, California. Neidhardt is comprised of a wide range of collections with a new collection released each Spring.  These products range in style from modern to … Continue reading

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CREATIVE ART WALLS

You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on expensive fine art to adorn your walls.  Sometimes artwork can be created from ordinary objects, found items or even architectural elements.  A wall of mirrors of different sizes, different shapes with … Continue reading

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IT’S WHIMSICAL……………IT’S FUN! MACKENZIE-CHIILDS

I have become increasingly surprised and pleased with the expansion of Mackenzie Childs product line.  I have been a huge fan of theirs for decades and have many of their pieces in my home.  In fact, many of their glassware, … Continue reading

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LESLIE MACK IS BACK…….. AT DONGHIA!

After a brief departure from Donghia, Leslie Mack has returned.  Everyone at Colours wishes her a huge welcome back greeting.  She was sorely missed! Donghia has two new lines they are carrying so if you are in the neighborhood drop … Continue reading

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HAPPY 90th BIRTHDAY MOM!

My mother, Wanda, celebrates her 90th birthday this week and I want to share with everyone what a wonderful mother she is, a loving grammy to my kids, and a caring friend to SO many.  I can’t even begin to … Continue reading

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JIM THOMPSON SILKS

Jim Thompson silks have been around for my entire career and a fabric line that is evolving with today’s trends.  I found Jim Thompson’s biography quite fascinating and thought you might enjoy the read as well.  Leslie Jim Thompson Thai … Continue reading

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG?

Spring has sprung?  Yep, it has and if you can contain your allergies, it appears to be time to get out and enjoy our Nevada spring weather and your outdoor living spaces!  Take a look at this new line we’ve … Continue reading

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AMBIANCE ANYWHERE!

We were visited this week by Sandy Sutherland from the David Sutherland Showroom in Los Angeles, California.  She presented my staff something that my staff and I talked about years ago and it simply did not exist.  WIRELESS LIGHTING! Live.Anywhere … Continue reading

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THEODORE ALEXANDER

I recently was introduced to a new furniture manufacturer by long time native Nevadan and friend Harvey (Nick) Dondero…..CEO of Theodore Alexander.  Theodore Alexander is one of the leading manufacturers of fine furniture.  Their comprehensive collections consist of several thousand … Continue reading

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