{Personalizing Your Space}

So, all the makings of a beautiful room are in place: dynamite curtains, sturdy furniture and beautiful pillows…. And now its time for personalizing your space so it feels like yours and not just some ad in a magazine (however kudos to you if you designed a space that is magazine worthy!)

Here are 5 ways to cozy up your space with personal touches:

1. DIY & Oversize Letters

 2. Frame Special Items, Clothing & Notes 

3. Introduce Natural Elements Into Your Home

Bell Jar filled with mementos 

A branch used to hang special items

A collection of special finds 

4. Unique Displays

5. Collectables displayed on bookshelves

A closing note from my favorite, Nate Berkus…

Do you have a unique way to personalize your home? 

Share in the comments below!

{Fashion Friday: Turquoise & Tangerine}

Nate Burkus believes the best way to create a color palette for your home is to take inspiration from your closet. I whole heartedly agree that the colors you find yourself wearing regularly will most likely be the same as those you're comfortable decorating your home with. 

To create a color palette that is distinctively your own, ask yourself what accessories you gravitate towards. Are they bold, trendy statement pieces or quieter, more traditional pieces?  Do you wear bright colors and pattern more often or do you play it safe with neutrals? Your answers to these questions can help you to create a stunning palette that is uniquely your own. 

Below, you will find an outfit that I love translated into a living room…

Is it summer yet?

A vibrant living room 

 

Suzanne Kasler Sunburst Mirror, $99

Floral Pillow, $45

Celerie Kembel Pillow, $45

  

Ballard Designs Chevron Ottoman, $363

Etsy Tangerine Pillow, $65

Light Blue Lumbar Pillow, $16.99

 A few Benjamin Moore paint color options that will achieve this look… 
(colors are lighter in real life than pictured)

Accent Wall: Tangerine Melt #091

Walls: Chatsworth Cream #225

Woodwork & Trim: White Dove #OC-17

Benjamin Moore's website has some great resources to help you find just the right paint color for your home:

Take this fun questionnaire. 

Having trouble visualizing how it will all work together? Check out their inspiration rooms, which are organized by color. 

And explore their color gallery for every color option under the sun! 

{Thirsty Thursday}

In honor of "Thirsty Thursday", 10 spaces in which I would like to imbibe…

Whether your drink of choice is an ice cold lemonade or a flute of fancy champagne, these stunning spaces will make you want to settle in with a beverage and take in the view! 

Solar lights effortlessly lead the way to a secluded dining area.

The traditional porch swing gets repurposed when given plush cushions and brought indoors to be part of a seating arrangement.

The perfect place to curl up with a book

A beautiful use of space

All you need is the bartender! 

YES. Every day. 

String lights on the branch add a touch of romance to the space 

A Private Nook

Is there anything more calming than lavender? 

Three chandeliers set the tone beautifully.

{IT Color: Hunter Green}

The "It" Color for Spring: HUNTER GREEN

Hunter green was all over the runways during NYC fashion week last month. Marni, Gucci, Bottega and Coach all displayed the trend. The exciting news is hunter green doesn’t just work for spring fashion, it can also work beautifully in your home when paired with neutral fabrics, blonde woods or gold accents. When using hunter green in your home think of it as a substitute for navy. 

No need to limit yourself to just hunter: celery, olive, mint and sage green will freshen any interior as well. Bring on the greens of spring!

Celeb Spaces & Distinctive Palettes 

Nate Burkus Living Room in Equestrian Hues

Green Apple Hues

Tory Burch's Kitchen in Green Apple Hues

Ginnifer Goodwin's living room in dried hues

Sarah Richardson Bathroom in teacup hues 

For A Little More Inspiration...

Robin's Egg Blue gets a punch of pizazz with a hit of strong green for this child's room.

Painting the bookcase wall in an apple green gives you a burst of strong, awakening color that isn't too overwhelming.

A deep hunter green front door works beautifully with the natural elements. 

 Green & Gold And All That Glitters…

 Green goes neutral & sophisticated paired with plush fabrics, strong lines and stunning artwork.