Client Stories:
Fashion-Focused Walk In Closet for Damsel in Dior Founder Jacey Duprie
client: Jacey Duprie
location: Los Angeles, CA
design consultant: Doina Curchi
WHAT JACEY DUPRIE WANTED
As the founder and editor of Damsel in Dior, a lifestyle blog about fashion, travel, and home decor, Jacey Duprie knows great style – and that certainly extends to her closet. In fact, her closet plays a large part in her work as the backdrop for much of the fashion photography featured on her website.
So the layout had to be just right, not just for her everyday use but as a visual representation of her brand.
Jacey turned to California Closets Los Angeles and design consultant Doina Curchi for a plan to create a space that had serious ‘wow’ factor. She worked with Doina every step of the way, with the goal of ensuring the design was both beautiful and photogenic but matched her home’s aesthetic as well.
Jacey wanted an immaculate white closet that looked both Instagramable and chic.
HOW CALIFORNIA CLOSETS DID IT
Doina created the initial layout for Jacey’s walk in closet, and then they worked together to polish the specifics of the design.
One important element to consider was a large standing mirror, which features prominently in Jacey’s photography. The placement of the mirror was critical — not only for lighting and perspective but to ensure certain elements of her closet would be visible in the images.
Additionally, Doina and Jacey both worked to maximize storage as much as possible. They came up with a design that utilized dead corners so the system wrapped seamlessly around the edges of the room, resulting in an extremely effective use of space.
Many of the closet’s best features are somewhat hidden. Behind the shaker-style doors are pull-out shelves for easy accessibility, and retractable valet pins allow Jacey to display clothing as she stages the day’s outfit.
Smart integrated lighting – a very important feature in a frequently photographed space – also adds dimension and enhances visibility to Jacey’s wardrobe and accessories.
final result
The contrast of the white finish with oil rubbed bronze handles make the space look elegant and refined.
For this so-called Damsel in Dior, the custom walk in closet exudes personal style with an soothing aesthetic that echoes the look and feel of her whole home.
Design Details
Finish:
Classic White
Note: finishes vary by location, inquire with your local California Closets showroom for current finish availability
Metal:
Graphite
Shaker doors
Shoe fence in graphite
Pull-out shelves with a fence behind the doors
Shaker doors with white insert
Jewelry drawer insert in ebony
Valet pins (3)
Drawer Box material: Birch ply
Additional Accessories:
Kickplate and fascia top treatment
Elite 8-3/8" Handle - 300.3215.192.SG Graphite
Note: product availability may vary by location
Meet the team
Doina Curchi
Design Consultant
