Accessories

Shine a light with shabby chic votives.

While out shopping with Melina in Soho one weekend we stopped in Rachel Ashwell’s Shabby Chic where we actually had the pleasure of meeting the gracious Rachel Ashwell herself! I love her whimsical, romantic style and could buy everything in her store (even the antique ballet shoes that aren’t for …

Posted on April 13th 2010

Pillow Fight: Pillowsandthrows.com

Ever feel like your apartment or house needs a change? Just a little something to shake things up a bit without doing anything too drastic (or expensive!)? Well you can follow in Melina’s footsteps who changes her couch pillows and bedding every few months! These types of small adjustments are …

Posted on June 1st 2009

Brocade Home: Elegant French Style

Anyone who knows me (or has been a loyal MKIA reader) can attest to the fact that I hold a dear place in my heart for the city of Paris after living abroad there. This basically means that I am absolutely and undeniably obsessed. I have turned every dorm room, …

Posted on May 3rd 2009

iPig

This little piggie went to market, this little piggie stayed home, and this little piggie rocked out to his iPod allllll night at home! These ipod speakers, appropriately named the iPig, are not only adorable—but so functional! With an iPod docking station that syncs with all iPod models, sensory touch …

Posted on March 1st 2009

Bring The Fantasy Home

Although the name is inspired by the owner’s former home on Jane Street in Manhattan, this site is a gateway for International interior design. If you are looking for something unique for your home or a gift for a host or hostess, this is the place. Their accessories are both …

Posted on February 22nd 2009

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About Me

My name is Melina Starr and MKIA is my version of the perfect online magazine. I created it for women like me who are interested in fashion, home décor, music, cooking, beauty, health and fitness and want thoughtful, researched advice on what’s worth buying and trying. Oh, and we want it to be one-click away too. That’s why everything on MKIA can be read, downloaded, purchased, or obtained in some other magical way online.