On my mind: Home Décor

Posted on: Tuesday, June 18, 2013


 
I've been thinking a lot about home décor lately and have been drawn to the idea of a soft beachy-boho vibe (I made that term up...clearly).  Above are my picks to create the look I'm recently craving.
1. This chair is so "me". Do you ever just look at a piece and think that someone created it just for you (or are you not the narcissist I'm proving myself to be.... I digress). The chair is slipcovered, swivels, and looks so comfy! This is the type of piece I think I would be comfortable investing in.
2. I'm in the process of updating my living room lamps.  I'm planning on staying in the blue family and am transitioning from two that match to a more eclectic look.  This lamp may just have to be my next purchase. What are your thoughts on lamps? Should they match or look like they were collected over time? I'm thinking if I do matching of anything in the near future it will be sconces.
3. This little print has been circling the blog world and it's really quite appealing.  What girl can't relate to some stripes and a top knot? For me, the soft color palette and messy bun evoke a carefree and peaceful feeling.
4. What to say about this lumbar pillow... how about "posture is important and back support is a must" so there's really no way around the fact that I literally need it.
5. OK this rug is a home run in my book BUT only if it's small. I'm picturing in an entryway, hallway, or some other small space. I've made the mistake of committing to a bold rug and learned my lesson: it's not for me. The next rug I purchased for my living room was a nice little Ralph Lauren sisal rug.
6. Here comes the beachy vibe wit this Marsielle rope knot door stopper. Love.
7. The duvet cover is an absolute show stopper.  I'm truly obsessed; although, there's part of me that wishes it were a summer weight quilt.  I like crisp white bedding with a colorful quilt folded at the bottom.
 
Anything you're loving lately in home décor? I'm thinking a lot about wall color these days too. Pouring over this book has been so helpful!
xx

Posted on: Monday, June 17, 2013

Today's crush- the above embroidered shell top! Perfectly pink in the above image but so versatile for summer with white jeans, cut-offs, or even over a pencil skirt for work. At only $47.52 consider it SOLD. There's so much detail it looks like it would cost hundreds!
Find it here.  
xx
*also loving this embellished cropped vest!

UPDATE: WHOA, TOP JUST SOLD OUT! THAT WAS FAST!

Gray Malin on OKL

Posted on: Wednesday, June 12, 2013


Literally RUN over to OKL (click here)
I've blogged about his photography before and was so excited to see that his work is on sale right now over on One Kings Lane. I've got my favorite portrait in my cart now (the above image St. Tropez)!
Which do you like best? Here's a few of my other favorites:
Prada Marfa- LOVE! #TEXAS
Lisbon Umbrellas
Central Park Lawn

Ahh I can't decide! HELP.

Also, side note- hair update. I had a really important appointment (note my absence on the blog- lots of travel and some serious changes happening- more on that later).  I was conservative and only did a few inches. But now that that's over I have another hair appointment Friday and plan to chop off a few more inches and add some highlights! Thanks for all of your feedback. 
xx

Posted on: Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Cha-cha-cha-changes.

I NEED a haircut like whoa! Seriously though my hair is so long I look like a Duggar.  I called today and have an appointment for tomorrow. I just need to decide if I should do a few inches... or go shoulder length like the ladies above?
What are your thoughts? Are you wearing your hair long or short these days?
xx



Posted on: Tuesday, June 4, 2013


One thing I love about summer is that you don't need a huge purse to carry around all your gloves, hats, etc. Just a little clutch will suffice- so I've rounded up a few of my favorites for a night out. 
Phone, lip gloss, credit card- done.
xx

Posted on: Monday, June 3, 2013

Happy Monday. 
I hope everyone had a relaxing weekend.  The slower pace of summer has certainly started to set in for me.  The laid back bohemian space above has a fun yet simple aesthetic that evokes the feeling of summer vacation.  I feel the same way about the two tops. Easy breezy wear that's perfect to throw on after a day at the beach.
I seriously need a vacation. My family is away without me right now! If I could have made it to the beach with them I definitely would have packed one of the above looks.
xx

Posted on: Thursday, May 30, 2013


 Cheers to a short week!
I'm craving a mohito, a manicure, and a dip cone. Top priorities for the weekend.

Lately...
Abusing the Macklemore and Ryan Lewis Pandora station as I take long runs along the water. Highly recommend it.
Just bought this little tunic on sale and love that it's a bit more cropped- perfect to wear with jeans rather than a bathing suit.
Looking to cozy up poolside wearing this white panama hat, this suit *30% off, and one of these cute striped turkish towels which can double as a sarong (just can't decide on a color!)
Also loving that everyone is getting on board with the jumpsuit these days. I parted with one during my last closet cleanse and would LOVE to replace it with this little stunner- also 30% off. It seems there's no middle ground on this one though... you either love it or can't stand it. Similar to Joverals (jean-overalls). 
Would you rock the onsie look?
xx

Required Summer Reading

Posted on: Wednesday, May 29, 2013


Looking to add all of the above to my bookshelf this summer. 
Yes. All Eight.

Happy Wednesday
xx

Summer Stripes

Posted on: Tuesday, May 28, 2013


I hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend! 
I did some spring cleaning, updated my living room with a new sisal rug, spent time with family, and enjoyed long runs by the water.  
Little round up of some classic summer stripes:
*also obsessed with these pants which are on sale but out of my size, wah-wah.

xx

Posted on: Monday, May 27, 2013

Goodbye weekend...

hello work week.

xx

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