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That fashion stylist Vivienne Gidakos still owns the Vogue magazines she began collecting when she was in primary school says a lot about how she has approached the decoration of her two-bedroom cottage. It\u2019s a shrine to style, of course, but also to her strong sense of nostalgia and lifelong appreciation for aesthetic detail.<\/p>\n

Gidakos, a red-carpet regular<\/a> at Melbourne\u2019s fashion events, is known for her knack of combining pieces from international fashion houses with emerging local designers and even the odd chain-store find. With a career background in store design and visual merchandising for a national homewares brand, it took her nearly two years to find a home that had the requisite \u201ccharm, character, and a touch of the unexpected,\u201d she says. \u201cI wanted a dialogue between the past and the present.\u201d<\/p>\n

Drawn to the vibrancy of Melbourne\u2019s inner east, Gidakos was willing to sacrifice space for the right location. \u201cI love the diverse demographic of the area and the vibrant restaurant and cafe culture,\u201d she says. \u201cThere\u2019s also a high concentration of art galleries and fashion boutiques within walking distance.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"CorrugatedCorrugated steel lines the walls of the
\nensuite, creating extra storage for Gidakos\u2019 accessories collection.Armelle Habib\"\u201cI\u201cI was attracted to the clean lines of
\nthese chairs and table by Swedish brand Massproductions, from In Good Company,\u201d says Gidakos. Her dress is by Marielle Stokkelaar, and the sunglasses are by Bottega Veneta.Armelle Habib\"\u201cThe\u201cThe front sitting room is my haven for relaxing,\u201d says Gidakos. The pink \u201cOscar\u201d chair by Walter Knoll is from Living Edge and the framed drawings are by Charles Blackman from Leonard Joel Auctions.Armelle Habib\"Industrial-styleIndustrial-style steel stairs lead to a mezzanine above the main bedroom. Gidakos wears shoes by Prada and skirt by Lee Mathews.Armelle Habib<\/p>\n

When she bought it, the home retained its original Victorian plasterwork, fireplaces and Baltic pine floorboards. But the previous owners had updated it using industrial materials such as galvanised iron and mesh on the mezzanine level, and corrugated iron lining sheets in the ensuite bathroom. \u201cIt was the perfect canvas for me to layer with both new and beloved pieces,\u201d says Gidakos. \u201cI have a strong visual instinct, and I really honed my eye for detail working in retail design, so everything I do is very thoughtfully planned.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"VivienneVivienne Gidakos on the cover of the Sunday Life Homes edit. She wears the \u201cOne of a Kind\u201d skirt by Perth designer AKA.Artwear. The vintage rug is from Loom.
\nArmelle Habib<\/p>\n

A palette of pink, red and black links the rooms. \u201cIt\u2019s my favourite colour combination \u2013 very theatrical and dramatic,\u201d says Gidakos. \u201cTo me, style is style, so fashion and home style will always intersect. The colours you love are the colours you will want to live with. It\u2019s not about trends, it\u2019s about who you innately are.\u201d<\/p>\n

The elegant lounge room is the space Gidakos loves most. \u201cIt\u2019s where I read books and plan outfits,\u201d she says. \u201cKarl Lagerfeld said he had a fatal attraction for books, and I feel exactly the same way. This room reflects my eclectic approach to decorating and also holds so many cherished family memories.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\u201cMy\u201cMy late mother Angela always encouraged my sisters and I to
\nbuy the best quality we could afford and taught us to look for craftsmanship and attention to detail,\u201d says Gidakos, here wearing a custom-made skirt by AKA.Artwear.Armelle Habib\"SkylightsSkylights flood the mezzanine level with natural light, creating another perfect nook for reading and napping. The \u201cClover\u201d chair is by Driade, and the throw rug is from Adairs.Armelle Habib\"\u201cIt\u2019s\u201cIt\u2019s from a deep-rooted Greek tradition that I like to ensure no guest leaves my house without being fed. It\u2019s all about demonstrating love,\u201d says Gidakos. The chairs are from Thonet.Armelle Habib\"\u201cI\u201cI feel like I\u2019m wearing an art piece in this gorgeous Commes des Gar\u00e7ons ruched coat which features a Renaissance-themed print,\u201d says Gidakos, here in her kitchen. Armelle Habib<\/p>\n

A recent bathroom renovation has been Gidakos\u2019 only big change to the home. \u201cAnd my only plans are to collect more art, finesse my book collection and to slowly evolve the garden,\u201d says Gidakos. \u201cI love it when friends walk in and say, \u2018This place is so Viv!\u2019 It\u2019s a place I feel really great in.\u201d<\/p>\n

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