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Bringing In The Blue

May 8, 2017
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An Intro to Orlando’s Guest Bedroom

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You Guys! It’s Orlando today on the blog, and so much is happening you are going to FREAK OUT when I tell you. If you haven’t been following my shenanigans on , you have to start because my life is RIDICULOUS right now. To make a long story short, I’ve skipped town for a few months and am currently living at my parents’ house, writing my book, and running my design business remotely from Sonoma County (about an hour north of San Francisco, think wine, vineyards, and redwoods). I have a strict deadline for my book (which is still untitled so plz pass along any title ideas, K?) so I have to finish everything by May 31 and I’m FREAKING OUT ABOUT IT.

I left town because my life in LA has been insanely stressful and I basically went broke redoing my dumb kitchen, funding photoshoots for my book, and starting my own design business. BUT DON’T FEEL SORRY FOR ME. Yes, I lost my boyfriend, my job, and my home (temporarily) all in the matter of a few months, but I’m genuinely loving being up north and I’m getting tons of reach out from potential collaborators, sponsors, clients, etc. I have the feeling that next year is going to be my superstar year where I become disgustingly famous. So if you’re thinking of buying tickets to the Orlando Train, I’d suggest purchasing them now because next year they are going to be INSANELY EXPENSIVE. Yes I know how cocky that sounds but keep in mind that I’m literally writing this from my parents house and my mom made my lunch today (greens from the farmers market with salmon over it, so delicious!). I’m supposed to go back to LA in June but part of me is feeling like “NO THANKS.” It’s amazing here and I feel like the five month panic attack I was having is finally over. YOU GUYS WHAT IF I JUST LIVE WITH MY PARENTS FOREVER BECAUSE IT’S SO PEACEFUL AND GLAM HERE? Basically sounds like a pitch for the sitcom from hell. HELP!

Also, FYI, I’m still running a design business in LA with multiple clients and an employee so yes I’m a huge loser and nearly homeless but also, like, I’m still doing stuff, so don’t be scared. DON’T WORRY I HAVEN’T TOTALLY FALLEN OFF THE HORSE SORRY I’M YELLING SO MUCH ALL I DO IS DRINK COFFEE AND EAT ORGANIC FOOD HERE. I think sometimes when stuff falls apart it gives you the freedom to look around and just be like “Whatever, the world is a vampire, I’ma do what I want!” which leads to creative productivity. Also I’m starting Crossfit tomorrow and then you’ll all be sorry! And by “you all” I mean all my exes who dumped me for being gross and disgusting and fat.

Okay, so we’re not here to talk about how I’m a 75 year old grandfather of three who lives with his mom and dad. Today’s topic of convo is my guest bedroom. Which I got done just before I left town so I could shoot it for the book (IT LOOKS SICK YO!). But you’re going to have to wait to see the full, sexy reveal until later in the week. Today we’re gonna chat inspo, planning, and get an idea of the pieces I want to use in the guest bedroom.

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The apartment was painted all sorts of buttery colors when I moved in. I love eating butter, but I hate it as a paint color, so I quickly changed all of them. I chose a dark, saturated color for the guest room, , because the room gets the least natural light of any in the apartment. You might be wondering at this point why I have a two bedroom apartment. Basically when I was looking I was in a bit of a time crunch and all the one bedrooms in the neighborhoods I was looking in were so expensive that a two bedroom made more sense. A) If I wanted to get a roommate and B) So that I could host guests to come stay with me to help me deal with the ABSOLUTELY OVERWHELMING SENSE OF LONELINESS AND SORROW I was feeling post-breakup. Weirdly, there’s only a few hundred dollars difference between decent one bedrooms in West Hollywood and decent two bedrooms. So I went with an apartment that has a guest bedroom. Deal with it, America!

Also, two bedrooms means twice the decorating fun, DUH!

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I love a navy bedroom. I love it so much I painted my last bedroom that color (the previous bedroom was actually Ralph Lauren Iron Blue which was apparently discontinued FOR A REASON THAT REMAINS A COMPLETE MYSTERY TO ME). I just love a dark, romantic bedroom. And navy is such a pretty, velvety color. Emily taught me a while back that darker rooms look better painted a color with some pigment to it. A lot of people think painting a dark room white is going to make it look brighter but that’s normally wrong. Usually painting a dark space white just makes it look shadowy and dingy. So I’m going full-on gorgeous navy for the guest room AND I’M NOT GONNA LOOK BACK (except at these pics of my old master bedroom that I totally miss tbh COME BACK TO ME, ORCONDO).

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One of the issues I’ve run into with my new place is that I have all this art I’ve collected over the years and no idea where to put it. So I’m going to figure out a way to incorporate it into the decor of the guest bedroom. In looking at all the art I have, about 90% of it is blue so I’m going with an all-blue art scheme in here. It’s going to be so peaceful my guests are going to LOSE THEIR MINDZ!

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I’m working with a luxurious linens brand called to outfit both bedrooms with sumptuous linens. I actually simplified my previous bedding scape a bit, less textile mixing, just a combination of linens. It’s really pretty and feels a bit minimalist/90z Calvin Klein in a hot way.

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I’m taking a hint from my old apartment (that we shot for this blog AGES ago) and doing a cute gallery wall. It’s been a while since I’ve done one of these in my own home and I love them. They’re the perfect way to put all your art in one place so you can ogle it. I hate hanging gallery walls for other people because I always make like 5000 extra holes in the wall and I hate when clients stand behind me as I destroy their walls. But doing one for myself is fine because I don’t care if I ruin my own wall.

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Before I moved in, the room was panted grey below the chair rail and butter yellow above the chair rail. I’m not a fan of this color blocked look for chair rails (one color above, one color below, and the chair rail painted the trim color). In my opinion it looks better to just paint the chair rail the same color as the bottom half of the wall or paint the whole wall the same color. I’m going for a simulated wainscoting look by just painting the lower portion of the room white. This also helps create contrast and gives some space between the reddish floor color and blue walls.

The furniture plan for the space is pretty eclectic, a mix of a few vintage items with very inexpensive furniture (I was doing this on a #nonspon MAJOR budget, so everything that went into the room is tres affordable). I’ve said it before and I’ll keep saying it until my head explodes, you can get away with anything if you have good art, so the furniture in the room may be super cheap, but the overall look is going to be high-end because the art is good. GET! EXCITED! Below is a small preview of some of the furnishings I’ll be using in the room:

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Check back on Thursday for the MIND BLOWING REVEAL and to hear more stories about how I’m a fully-grown man who lives with his parents. Maybe forever. Bye!

***Photography By , , and Orlando Soria.

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    May 8, 2017 at 4:49 am

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  2. Maria says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:25 am

    I can’t say that I enjoy Orlando’s posts. Too much drama for me!

    1. Kelly says:
      May 8, 2017 at 5:46 am

      Then you’re reading it wrong. It’s called humor!! And it’s hilarious!!!

    2. Natalie says:
      May 8, 2017 at 7:25 am

      I love Orlando’s post! Their hilarious! I look forward to them! Great design too.

    3. CAT says:
      May 8, 2017 at 7:31 am

      How can you not appreciate his enthusiasm and energy? It’s infectious…and genuine.

    4. Es says:
      May 8, 2017 at 7:44 am

      Ha! Long live Orlando’s beautiful, raw, crazy, brave, vulnerable real life drama!

    5. abby says:
      May 8, 2017 at 8:11 am

      I agree with Kelly’s response to this post…they are full of humor and purposefully over-the-top drama. I think they are absolutely hilarious and fun to read! They always make me smile…keep ’em coming, Orlando! So sorry to hear about the tight spot you are in, but it sounds like things are on the up-and-up! Excited to see the guest room reveal.

    6. Jody says:
      May 8, 2017 at 2:01 pm

      Also, if you follow him on Instagram and see his instastories it all makes more sense. Once I was able to actually hear his voice, his posts crack me up. But also maybe you just need to get his humor and I do. I really find him refreshing.

      Cant wait to see your room on a budget. Expensive guest rooms are not in the cards for me. Enjoy living with your parents. I know they love having you to themselves again and you won’t have them forever. Cherish it. It is such an unexpected gift to you both.

    7. Betsy says:
      May 8, 2017 at 3:52 pm

      I enjoy his posts enough for both of us. He is absolutely hilarious and adorable!

    8. Rosemary says:
      May 8, 2017 at 5:58 pm

      I agree with Maria, too much drama even if it is in jest but lovely rooms.

    9. Jillian says:
      May 9, 2017 at 3:40 am

      I personally love an Orlando post!

    10. Marissa says:
      May 9, 2017 at 5:06 am

      Orlando’s posts are MY FAVORITE!! So funny and such good design!

    11. Melanie says:
      May 9, 2017 at 5:07 am

      I love his posts!

    12. nastassja says:
      May 9, 2017 at 6:27 am

      I think Orlando’s Posts are some of my favorites! You see so much humor and personality in his writing.

    13. Kelly P says:
      May 9, 2017 at 10:46 am

      That’s so funny – Orlando’s posts are my absolute favorite. I love that he pushes things until they are absurdly dramatic and then at least one step more. He literally always makes me laugh and his instastories are the absolute best.

      “Reporting live with a piece of lavender as a microphone”

    14. Lee says:
      May 10, 2017 at 12:25 am

      Agree. I find him shrill and annoying. But each to their own, I come here to read Emily’s voice and nobody else compares. I like the team voices much better than Orlando’s though.

    15. Olivia says:
      May 11, 2017 at 5:46 am

      I love Orlando’s posts – and may I dare say, even much better than Emily’s fashion posts. I hope he’ll be a guest blogger here more frequently. His posts and his designs are totally worth re-reading and pinning!

  3. Lindsey K says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:39 am

    Orland, first off, will you be my best friend? Secondly, you are freaking HILLARIOUS. My girlfriends and I are currently sharing your quotes back and forth with each other. Not only are you a fantastic designer, but a hilarious writer. Cannot wait to read your book. Keep doing you my friend. XoXo

  4. Kelly says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:44 am

    Great Post! And Orlando — your instastory has been hilarious these past couple weeks.. I laughed so hard when you rode your bike with the brake on. And that scary mask that kept showing up, made me die. Thank you for killing it!! You need to be on TV again, please make that happen with Emily!! Love you guys. Xo Xo

    1. Emily says:
      May 8, 2017 at 9:01 am

      I totally agree with this!!! Orlando’s Instastories are priceless!! “Hello, this Orlando, I’m using this piece of lavender as a microphone”….YASSSS!

      1. Jennifer harrup says:
        May 8, 2017 at 9:59 am

        Have to agree- I am living for your instastories. Keep them coming! And your parents house seems so lovely (creepy mask aside) and sometimes being surrounded by family is just exactly what you need ❤️❤️

    2. Celeste says:
      May 8, 2017 at 11:21 am

      Wanted to chime in about these Instastories to say I AGREE. The day of the shoot that you woke up for 4 a.m. for, I was dyyyyiiing

      You are god’s gift, Orlando.

    3. Kelly P says:
      May 9, 2017 at 10:47 am

      OMG – I just quoted the piece of lavender as microphone line above. He kills me!

  5. Pix says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:46 am

    I’ll take one ticket on the Orlando train because you are amazing! I love everything, especially the wall color. Your honesty is refreshing and I hope someone makes your sitcom. Can’t wait for the book!

  6. Crystal says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:49 am

    I am laughing so hard at making 5,000 holes in the wall! I thought I was the only reprobate that did that! I can’t imagine having a client watching me. I’m seriously dying!! As always, Orlando, everything you do is fabulous and I want Emily and you to know that I have been a fan SINCE THE VERY BEGINNING. I fell in love with her on design star and I watched every episode of her show. I love you guys!!

    1. CAT says:
      May 8, 2017 at 7:33 am

      Me too! I’m actually proud of myself if I only make 3 extra holes per picture!!! The eyeball method sometimes fails me. 🙂

  7. Erica says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:50 am

    Thanks for this! I always love the Orlando posts (esp now that I’m going through my own breakup). But I just decided to move my office and paint it a navy-peacock blue, so this is perfect timing! I may just copy your paint color and rug… Can’t wait to see the reveal. And yay for the year of Orlando!

  8. Ivana says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:03 am

    I just love your posts Orlando. You have such a spirit that it is unbelievably cute, funny, playful and professional at the same time. Wish you all the best! And don’t wait for the next year to be super famous and happy, you still have 6 moths for your miracles to happen!
    Hug!

  9. Colleen says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:23 am

    Glad to hear that you’re doing well! Living with your parents in Sonoma County doesn’t sound so bad 🙂 I’m the same way about working out – 100% motivated by REVENGE! Can’t wait to see the reveal.

  10. Katie E. says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:31 am

    Gorgeous room!!! Snaps m’ friend. And sending good vibes to you up in wine country, take care of YOU!

  11. Elle says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:48 am

    I can’t wait to see the reveal! I always love your instastories but Brenda showing up in strange places brings it to the next level. Also, pretty sure this is how she turns you and keeps you forever

  12. natasha {schue love} says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:56 am

    He absolutely cracks me up! Love his antics {and his style of course}.

  13. Kate says:
    May 8, 2017 at 6:59 am

    You’ll have more fabulous success Orlando. You have many gifts that are to be shared with your waiting fans!

  14. Kim in Charlotte says:
    May 8, 2017 at 7:19 am

    Who cares if you live with your parents in such a beautiful town? If they love having you, it sounds like a win/win situation! I’d stay in Sonoma with my parents (who make me delicious lunches) before I’d live in LA by myself any day! Loser or Genius? – you know my vote ; )

    Can’t wait to see the book reveal. Keep moving forward Orlando!

  15. Michelle @ And Then We Tried says:
    May 8, 2017 at 7:59 am

    I’m digging the dark wall color! It is reading very dark teal which is my dream exterior paint color. I might have to add another swatch to my siding!

  16. Kelsey says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:18 am

    Orlando, you make me laugh so much with your Instastories. Good for you for continuing to be bold and pushing through.

  17. aimee says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:28 am

    Love Orlando posts! Hilarious, honest, and always include beautiful interiors.

  18. Anon says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:58 am

    Sounds like you’re killing it with these new opportunities! So glad for the update, and CAN’T WAIT for the book! And the reveal! So true about the art vs. furniture. So true. That striped bedding will be in my dreams.

  19. Crissy says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:59 am

    Keep on keepin on, Orlando! Life is journey! Good luck in Crossfit! I hope you fall in love with your Fit Fam and have a great time learning something new!

  20. Anon says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:02 am

    Here is the correct link for the striped duvet:

  21. Susie Q. says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:20 am

    Dear Orlando, most every comment I read about you is “He’s so funny, he’s so hilarious.” You ARE, but please don’t feel that you HAVE TO be funny for us to like you. Don’t put that extra pressure on yourself. And don’t feel pressured to lose weight, etc–not for us and not for revenge, but do it for yourself (if you do it at all). We’ll always love you no matter what because you’re worth it!! If someone has been cruel to you in the past, that’s their problem, not yours. In no way is that your fault.
    So anyway, I like those nesting tables from Target, but $365 for linen sheets is just redunkulus. My sheets are from Muji–I like ’em.

  22. KLurie says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:24 am

    Orlando, I LOVE YOUR POSTS!! Clever and hilarious. I’m looking forward to your guest room reveal, upcoming book release and trying to find you on Instagram!?

  23. Jill says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:27 am

    Orlando, I love your design style, your sense of humor and your posts – they always make me smile! The first half of this year has definitely been rough for you, but I think you’re about to embark on the “Year of Orlando!” Please don’t forget us little people when you make it big! 😉

  24. Vivienne says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:37 am

    How glad I am for you that you’re with your parents for now. You’ve clearly been hurt and there’s nothing like having your mom cook for you–generally fuss over you–to remind you that you’re lovable and worthy.

  25. Spt says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:37 am

    Love this guy! Cannot wait to buy the book.

  26. Deirdre says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:37 am

    Can’t wait to see the guest room. I love, love Orland’s posts! They are hilarious and still have ideas.

    1. Deirdre says:
      May 8, 2017 at 9:38 am

      ORLANDO!!!

  27. lmn.belly says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:41 am

    I love the mix of wood and tones – it’s beatufifully done and feels so organic versus picking up a set of furniture. Beautifully done.

    Also, that guest room is massive!

  28. Natasha says:
    May 8, 2017 at 10:07 am

    Orlando, I seriously love you and all your insta madness. I laugh out loud often, which I need for my own reasons. You are so silly and genuine and so funny. I wish you lived near me so you could help me with my curtains and interview me with like a wooden spoon as a microphone. I am so on the train already! And your style, obvs.

  29. Laura Hart says:
    May 8, 2017 at 10:20 am

    That blue!! In love! We used a similar blue for the background colour of our whimsical Birds and Flowers Designer wallpaper (we think you may like this!)
    Would LOVE to hear your thoughts. Keep up the amazing and inspirational work, we adore it.

  30. Wendy says:
    May 8, 2017 at 10:34 am

    Guest nest! That’s perfect & what I’m aspiring to create!!

  31. Deborah says:
    May 8, 2017 at 11:13 am

    What is that fantastic quilt-looking-blanket in the top photo?

  32. Sarah says:
    May 8, 2017 at 11:15 am

    You are delicious and everything is going to be excellent in the end. If it’s not fab, that means it’s not the end. Keep going. XOXOXOX

  33. Elisa F. says:
    May 8, 2017 at 11:17 am

    Two things: you have no idea what a gift it is for your mother – just in time for mother’s day! – to have you living with her for a bit. Truly. It will be many years before my kids are old enough to move out, but I already know for sure I would LOVE it if they came back for a while. She knows how talented, funny, genuisy, and lovable you are, so she has no reason to worry about her sweet Orlando, so let her enjoy mothering you again. What a treat for her!
    I have been coveting the photo of snowy Yosemite you made into quintets since the original reveal of Orcondo. I’m throwing myself at your (well-groomed) feet to BEG for access to that photo. A digital download for a modest sum? Pleeeease? DON’T MAKE ME COME TO SONOMA AND SNATCH THE LAST BIT OF LOVINGLY PREPARED WILD-CAUGHT SALMON OFF OF THAT PLATE OF LIGHTLY DRESSED ORGANIC GREENS

  34. Christine Schwalm Design says:
    May 8, 2017 at 11:26 am

    What about “Hommemaker: Creating the home of your dreams with humor, grit and glamour”. Something like that. I don’t like “whimsy” in a room. But I love me some humor. And you’ve got truckloads. When I think of the right way to describe your brand, I think creative, humorous with some diy. And don’t skimp on the design of the binding. When styled on a shelf, it makes a difference. Erin Gates knocked it out of the park with her book.

    1. Jody says:
      May 8, 2017 at 2:11 pm

      totally agree. i love a pretty book cover and spine.

  35. katie says:
    May 8, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    i love orlando! xoxo

  36. Alix says:
    May 8, 2017 at 3:34 pm

    Love your posts Orlando and wondering if your parents have room for another guest – I’m kind of sick of being a responsible adult right now! Can’t wait to see the big reveal!

  37. sarah says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:01 pm

    Orlando! I love you, buddy. My heart goes out to you AND YOUR GORGEOUS ROOM!

  38. Regina says:
    May 8, 2017 at 5:42 pm

    I rarely laugh in a way that makes actual noise while reading blog posts. These two lines succeeded:

    “Also, FYI, I’m still running a design business in LA with multiple clients and an employee so yes I’m a huge loser and nearly homeless but also, like, I’m still doing stuff, so don’t be scared.”

    “Also I’m starting Crossfit tomorrow and then you’ll all be sorry! And by “you all” I mean all my exes who dumped me for being gross and disgusting and fat.”

    Never stop doing you, Orlando. #neverstop

  39. madalin stunt cars 2 says:
    May 8, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    Gorgeous room!!! Snaps m’ friend. And sending good vibes to you up in wine country, take care of YOU!

  40. Melissa says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    If drama means laughing out loud while my eyes pop out looking at fabulous rooms, more please. Also, for some reason I suddenly miss my parents. Thanks, Orlando! xoxo

    P.S. You do not waddle. Definitely more of a saunter.

  41. Lia Haryanto says:
    May 8, 2017 at 8:34 pm

    that picture inspired me to buy a navy sofa n stripe rug <3

  42. Kristen says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Hang in there Orlando! Gorgeous guest room. Keep the hilarious posts coming. And I’m ready to buy tickets for the Orlando train!

  43. Sam says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:19 pm

    Laughing so HARD omg one of the best posts ever. Also hungry for salmon now so thanks for nothing but also thanks for everything? Still laughing

  44. Diane Grantham says:
    May 8, 2017 at 9:57 pm

    The title or your new book shall be, Boredom be Damned.

  45. Awfulknitter says:
    May 9, 2017 at 2:16 am

    I want a gallery wall in my living room, but am filled with fear at the idea of making holes in the wrong places in my wallpaper. Agh. At least with paint you can usually cover up mistakes with a Q-tip and some leftover paint.

  46. Ellen says:
    May 9, 2017 at 3:16 am

    I can’t stop laughing – your posts are my absolute favorite!

  47. Dena says:
    May 9, 2017 at 4:36 am

    You spread joy and beauty and laughter! I’m sure your mom is so happy to have you home for a while! Been laughing so hard at your instastories. Thanks for being honest about your life. It’s refreshing!

  48. KathrynJB says:
    May 9, 2017 at 5:06 am

    Can’t wait for the full reveal. YAY ORLANDO! Loving your Insta stories; highlight of my day.

  49. Kiwi says:
    May 9, 2017 at 5:11 am

    This post has me envisioning you singing Captain Hook’s (yum) song from Once, lol. “Revenge, revenge, REVENGE is gonna be mine!
    Do an instastory of that, k? K.

  50. Caitlin says:
    May 9, 2017 at 6:40 am

    I had no idea that the design with the gallery wall/navy couch was yours, Orlando! I love that room and have been using it as inspiration for my living room. Can’t wait to see your guest room and the book!

  51. CC the orlando fan says:
    May 9, 2017 at 8:27 am

    oh how I love thee Orlando!! keep it coming, all the silly, witty, self-deprecating you-ness. your design talent is only outdone by your inner light….even when you’re sad. BTW, I need some tickets on the Orlando Train, LOL!
    question, the color says navy, but it seems to have a teal undertone, is it?

  52. shopgirl says:
    May 9, 2017 at 10:33 am

    I have been on the Orlando train for years.

    I can’t wait to see this, and I’m so excited about your book!

    1. Jane says:
      May 9, 2017 at 11:25 am

      LOVE LOVE LOVE Everything about ORLANDO!!! Style, On File !! Hilariously Sexy Design to The MAX! Rockin’ Sockem Design, Via Orlando!! Do. Not. Change. One. Thing…….except your strive for excellence, beauty and happiness…….it’s CONTAGIOUS!!!! Consider me a patient !!!

  53. Trinitee says:
    May 9, 2017 at 11:14 am

    I adore Orlando! Keep his posts coming!

  54. Keith says:
    May 9, 2017 at 12:08 pm

    Omg that rug is going in my living room fo sho. Also painting my living room that swag ass shade of blue. Now I just gotta convince my man. Thanks Orlando!

  55. Patricia says:
    May 9, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Orlando is right. He NEEDS a sitcom of his very own. And we need to see him re-designing the world according to Orlando ASAP. Can’t wait till next week.

    I need to start drinking coffee so I can write in all caps all the time too.

  56. Melissa says:
    May 9, 2017 at 12:43 pm

    My love to Orlando!

    You are beautiful inside and out beyond being a super talented human being.

    It takes guts to admit to hard times and I can tell that you are comin up to a major upswing in your professional life.

    You are already a star in my book!

  57. Katie says:
    May 9, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    Umm….this is seriously the best thing I read all day. Thanks for that!!

  58. hotmail login says:
    May 9, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    first bedrom very beautiful, it very comport me

  59. danielle hardin says:
    May 9, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    Orlando, I love you! I’m sorry there a re just a couple folks who don’t understand your well timed hyperbole, making fun of yourself, and SERIOUS SKILLZ. You most certainly are the funniest person on this blog, and to me, you and Emily are the best writer’s on this blog with well-developed style/voices. Celebrate yoself up there in your little Sonoma-nest while you heal from the massive heartbreak that we all know can temporarily tare a person apart- as you finish one of the biggest creative projects of your life!!!! You know the Japanese art of Kintsugi? When a piece of broken pottery is mended together with veins of gold and becomes more beautiful than it was before? YOU next year darling. Cheers!

    1. Guru Ji says:
      May 10, 2017 at 4:21 am

      nice post

  60. Rebekah says:
    May 10, 2017 at 7:48 am

    I love Orlando, he is the guy I want to knock back cocktails with after a heavy bout of thrift store shopping. Then we can wrap ourselves in vintage silk bathrobes and tell each other that we are fabulous. (Because of course we are!) His posts are warm and funny, keep them coming.

  61. alyssa says:
    May 10, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    It’s just not fair to anyone that you are both so funny and so talented. It’s a good day when there is an Orlando post to read! Thanks for making mine!

  62. Jess says:
    May 10, 2017 at 7:02 pm

    OK, first of all, you are amazing. Please keep writing, it is saving my soul!

    Second, you absolutely SHOULD stay in Sonoma County because I visit family there during holidays and I would be THRILLED to bump into you in some artisanal cheese shop or other hipster locale that keeps popping up every 5 seconds (a random encounter, in a totally non-stalkerish way of course).

    Lastly, I have an idea for your book title. Ready? “Orlibro” Get it? Orlando + Book (in Spanish). You don’t even have to pay me royalties for that gem, it is yours. Just keep being you – brilliant and heart-crushingly honest. 🙂

  63. Alice says:
    May 10, 2017 at 8:44 pm

    I LOVE everything about it!! That paint color is yummy!

  64. Meridith says:
    May 11, 2017 at 8:15 am

    I need Orlando’s insta-commercial dramas to narrate my life!

  65. C Chapman says:
    May 11, 2017 at 11:43 am

    What is the amazing long dresser in the first image? Love it!

    1. Ang says:
      May 17, 2017 at 8:15 am

      I’d love to know too!

  66. C Z Guest says:
    May 12, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    Orlando, thank you, your honesty and words just make me smile. I wish I could dance with words as you do. You have a remarkable talent and I agree you are ready for your career to burst into hyper mode, you are so brave AND have worked very hard to get to this place. Go for it, love to see success and to know what it truly costs in so many ways, thank you!

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