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The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
a bit of decorative whimsy
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The inspiration was luxury, but also a little bit of whimsy, a little bit of playfulness.
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Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
For a bit of whimsy, the annual challenge is always based on the calendar year.
—Gretchen Rubin, TIME, 30 Dec. 2024
Rooms are painted a soothing gray, with marbled wallpaper, stained glass windows, and colorful decor serving as delightful pops of whimsy.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Only five of the trains are sporting the eyes, but a little bit of whimsy goes a long way.
—Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 3 Jan. 2025
For a bit of whimsy, the annual challenge is always based on the calendar year.
—Gretchen Rubin, TIME, 30 Dec. 2024
Rooms are painted a soothing gray, with marbled wallpaper, stained glass windows, and colorful decor serving as delightful pops of whimsy.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
Only five of the trains are sporting the eyes, but a little bit of whimsy goes a long way.
—Natalie Escobar, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Whimsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whimsy. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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