So Cal & Palm Springs Dreamin’…which outdoor space would you pick?

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Maybe it’s because my birthday (virgo season) is just around the corner. (I hope it comes slow as I want the summer to feel longer than 3 months). It’s about that time for me to start planning my annual trip. Usually I go to Chicago but last year I celebrated in Atlanta. This year I want to go somewhere I’ve never been and I’m thinking out west. I’ve never been to Cali and although Palm Springs isn’t where I will be going, I keep dreaming of it ever since I posted on flamingos.

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The palm trees, the sun, the pools, the laziness of the days is what I’m craving. I may not end up in California but for now, let’s pretend I will. Actually let’s pretend I had a vacay home there. I’d be on the fence on how I would decorate the outdoors whether I want the pool and sky colors sprinkled throughout in turquoise and green hues or if I want a chic classic like black and white stripes with hot pink splattered all around.

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Which outdoor space do you like best? I like both a whole lot but….the classic modern one is really calling my name. Now if only I had unlimited funds and an actual vacay home…..

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Indulge Daily 5.24.13

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Loving this shady blue on blue outdoor space. So incredibly relaxing. The greenery in the back reminds me of this below…

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For the life of me I can’t find the link to the original post but I thought my idea for hoola hoops was clever. The space above is a more fluid approach to leafy garland.

{Photo by Nicolas Tosi for Elle Deco}

Kelly Wearstler in the new Lonny Mag…

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Love the way the photographer captured this. I also like the way Kelly filled each area of wall space with art. Sometimes we feel like we’re unable to hang art if it’s a weird wall space. This proves you can.

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Dark and dramatic but seemingly comfortable….

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The lighting is pretty funky…

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Pretty outdoor setting…

This decorative gold mirror trumps a medicine cabinet any day.

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I am just in awe of the materials she uses for surfaces and walls. Everything ia bold and in your face.

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I like how the geometric arch is echoed in the sofa below…

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{Images via Lonny}

Instakrush: The Home Depot

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Home Depot’s instagram page is on point. They have such a nice patio and outdoor living set ups for the perfect inspiration.

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I love those planters at the bottom done with bricks I believe. And who doesn’t love vintage marquee lighting signage.

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Follow them on @HomeDepot.

The prettiness that stormed instagram last night

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Everybody seemed like they went to the newest Kate Spade store and instagram went nuts. I was in awe at the happy colors, pillows, window displays and bows. Here are some that caught my eye.

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Finally found images of the Kardashian/Jenner residence designed by Jeff Andrews

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One Kardashian family member was quoted saying “If something is merely beautiful as a piece of art, that’s one thing. But when you need to live in a space and have it function as your life does, that’s where good design happens.” I agree. I watch that family’s show and it’s spinoffs…..sue me. But part of the reason is the settings backdrop has always been fabulous. I like deep tones and lots of textures, elements of Hollywood glam with reflective finishes all the while keeping the space liveable. You don’t view their home as a place you can’t relax in and touch and it’s something I feel Jeff Andrews has designed quite well. It’s luxurious in the materials but still has a liveable comfortable aesthetic. I’d move in…..sans all the people.

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I believe Kourtney Kardashian was interviewed here by Oprah…

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Tuesday’s Tips: outdoor pillows can be used indoors too

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It’s something we often forget but just because a pillow is intended for outdoor purposes doesn’t mean you can’t use it indoors. In Target over the weekend I saw such bright cushions and immediately thought about how they could help liven a space indoors for cheap. You see, dpending on the store, outdoor cushions are cheaper. In Target theirs start at $14 and this week they have a sale for $11.99.

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