How to Recreate the 'It's Complicated' Look with Nancy Meyers Style | Step by Step Home Makeover

Rebecca Robeson

Rebecca Robeson

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Watch my other Nancy Meyers inspired videos: "The Holiday": How to Recreate "The Holiday" Look with Na...
"Somethings Gotta Give":  How to Recreate the Something’s Gotta Give.... Are you ready for another Nancy Meyers dream home moment?! In this video, I’m breaking down how to recreate the warm, cozy, and effortlessly elegant "It’s Complicated" kitchen aesthetic. If you love classic design, timeless materials, and kitchens that feel both functional and beautiful, this one’s for you.

We’re doing it all again:
REACT 🎬 to the now-iconic kitchen design from Nancy Meyers’ It’s Complicated
REDESIGN 🏡 my own kitchen inspired by that relaxed, collected California aesthetic
REVEAL ✨ the final space—filled with warmth, charm, and designer-approved style

This kitchen isn’t just Pinterest-worthy—it’s real-life lovely. So what makes it work so well? I’m sharing 17 essential design elements to help you replicate the It’s Complicated look in your own home:

• Linen upholstery on barstools and dining chairs
• Freestanding or rolling cart with shelving
• Open shelving
• Industrial pendant lights
• Small table lamps
• Hanging pot rack
• Cast iron and Dutch oven cookware
• Small appliances visible on countertops
• Baskets and woven trays
• Ceramic crock with wooden utensils
• Wooden bowls & cutting boards
• White dishes and pitchers
• Glass-covered cake pedestals
• Candles
• Clear or amber glassware
• Fresh plants, flowers, and bowls of vegetables and fruit
• Potted herbs

If you want to design a kitchen that feels relaxed, lived-in, and layered with personality—while still looking absolutely fabulous—don’t miss this video! 💃✨

Watch My Other Nancy Meyers Inspired Makeovers Here: https://bit.ly/420WdJ9

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A couple handfuls of brussel sprouts
Soak in water for an hour
Microwave for 90 seconds in Pyrex dish with 1/2” water and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
Cut up 10 dried dates in small pieces and place aside
Fry 4 pieces of bacon and crumble once cooled… place aside
Place brussels sprouts on skewers 6-8 per
Roast on med temp barbecue turning every few minutes till all sides are browned and crispy. Braise with melted coconut oil while roasting.  
Combine brussel sprouts, bacon and dates in bowl adding balsamic vinegar to taste
Key Ingredient *My favorite balsamic vinegar is from William Sonoma … aged 25 years.
Enjoy!

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Lens: Sigma 24-70mm 1:2.8
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Editor: Dorian Tucker
Videographer: Calebe Severo
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