I’M Erica
Welcome to Designing Vibes—a dreamy corner of the internet for the woman craving beauty, self-expression, and a life that feels as good as it looks.
What started in 2015 as a creative outlet while I was living in a fixer-upper—pregnant, chasing a toddler, and searching for a sense of myself again—has since evolved into a full-spectrum lifestyle brand. One that supports women in creating a home, body, and life that reflects their deepest essence—without burnout, without hustle, and without apology.
About me:
I’m Erica Van Slyke—wife, boy mom, podcast host, creative director, and the woman behind Designing Vibes, Inc.—a platform devoted to beauty, ease, and soulful living
From the very first renovation at my 1980’s fixer upper to my current moody cottage on the lake (surrounded by marshes, wildlife, and serious “Where the Crawdads Sing” energy), I’ve spent the last decade learning how to design not just spaces, but states of being.
Through home styling, beauty rituals, slow living, and soulful storytelling, I’ve built this platform as both a visual escape and a frequency shift—a soft, sacred space where women of a certain age can return to themselves.
I also host The Introverted Influencer podcast—a bi-weekly space where I explore the intersection of creativity, personal growth, business, and energetics. It’s part strategy, part soul, and a whole lot of permission to do life + work your own way.
Whether I’m sharing a simple DIY, a personal breakthrough, or a new anti-aging hack, everything I post here is meant to expand, inspire, and remind you that softness can still be powerful—
and that beauty isn’t superficial—it’s a form of spiritual devotion.
Because life doesn’t end at a certain age.
And neither does your expression, your expansion, or your permission to begin again.
If you’re here, I hope you stay a while.
Because life gets to feel as good as it f*cking looks.
With love,
Erica xoxo
Over the years, my work has been featured in top publications including:
Better Homes & Gardens, HGTV, Domino, Today, Apartment Therapy, Lonny Magazine, BuzzFeed, Bob Vila, Huffington Post, Pioneer Woman, and Cityscope Magazine.
I’ve also been honored as a Better Homes & Gardens Stylemaker in 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, and 2023 —a recognition celebrating top creatives and influencers across design, fashion, and culinary arts.
Don’t forget to check out my most popular posts:
- DIY Kitchen Cabinets for Under $200
- The Best Kitchen Cabinet Paint Brand: Honest Review
- How To Update a Kitchen with Brown Granite Countertops
- 15 DIY Bifold Door Makeover Ideas on a Budget
- The Best Inflatable Hot Tub for Cold Weather: Review
- My Review of Shoji White by Sherwin Williams
- My Review of Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore
- An Honest Review of My Peel and Stick Tiles One Year Later
- What Type of Flooring Can You Install Over Ceramic Tile?
- My Review of Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace
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Welcome!
My journey in interior design and home improvement began with transforming my first fixer-upper home, all while managing a budget and raising two young boys. My work, a reflection of my passion for creating beautiful, uplifting spaces, has been recognized by top publications like Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, HGTV, and more. I invite you to explore my site and witness the transformation of my home and the vibes we've designed. Read more...
