Color Schemes: Aqua, Mustard & Mocha Hues…

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When I came across this picture I knew I needed to find interiors with this color scheme. The mustard and mocha hues reminds me of Autumn but the added aquamarine makes me think of calm ocean waters….

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This color scheme is a different take for a kids space. It’s colorful but gender friendly…

via Effortless Style

 

 This above pic reminds me of the 70s…

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NJ Residential contemporary living room

Alot of conversational areas in this space. Perfect for entertaining…

Grays is a neutral hue that looks fabulous when paired w/any color…

{via Lori Graham Design}
So yesterday was quite dreary and the other night we had thunderstorms (which I live for). But while commuting to work I noticed how lovely the tops of trees look against the gray sky. Made me think how many colors gray can be paired with. As much as black is my fav color, I feel gray is neutral enough but dark enough to make saturated hues pop. Just look…the above design I love. The black and white is ever so classic, but the pop of georgia peach is even better. The gray looks good with both tones…
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I’ll take this chandelier for $200 Alex….

{via Birch & Bird}
Love burnt orange for fall and this modern decor is it. Velvety sofa? Perfect for autumn. By no means am I suggesting to switch your main pieces of furniture with the seasons because that’s expensive & just ridiculous. This image just screams fall to me….

Cranberry & gray is a much better pairing than black and reds because gray is less jarring…

Beautiful contrast between the gray & turquoise. You know me, I love my TURQ hues…

A nice little tufted gray and camel KITCHEN NOOK….

This dandelion chandelier & the BLUSH hued pinks that we seen in Jennifer Lopez’s home is so girlie. But I still love THIS vintage gray & pink room the best…

{Adore Home Mag styled by fellow design blogger Ashlina Kaposta}

I love this look. It’s a little unexpected for me. When I think of grays I usually pair it with silvers and gun-metal. At least in wardrobe so to see it with gold and bronze accents is a nice surprise. I love BAR CARTS. Even if you don’t entertain, it looks so stylish to have your “spirits” on deck in such a fancy way.


A bright taxi cab yellow & gray color scheme…reminds me of THIS inspiration from nature. That backsplash is very bold. I wouldn’t suggest that if you’re planning on selling your home soon (unless you don’t mind changing it) as you will certainly limit the buyer pool. You want to stay as neutral as possible. (For more designing for resale tips, see THIS). However if you plan to stay awhile, I would completely personalize the space too…

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Tuesday’s Tips: Creative Ways to Display Postcards, Photos & Cards…

{Daily Crushes}

I know some ppl dislike having family/friend photos in a home because they feel it’s too self indulgent but I think what better way than to warm any space you’re in than with happy memories from trips, parties, and loved ones (including pets :-) ). Gone are the days where you’re limited to simply framing a photo. This post will show you ways to display them. The above pic is a ginormous frame with a ton of Polaroids lined up. Tufted sofa, black floors, molding and exposed brick walls are other reasons why I love the room…

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I want to emulate this for my bedroom. An ornate frame with pretty fabric, ribbon & push pins is all I’d need…

{Desire to Inspire}

I would have never thought of this. Continue reading on for a few more inspirations…

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Life’s a Beach: Coral, Starfish, Shells Decor…

There’s something so natural, beautiful and calming about beachy decor. This post will show you ways to take elements from the ocean and incorporate it into your home without taking the theme too literal. I especially like it because it’s part of how I decorated my bathroom. The neutral pic above is so calming to me. Certain elements like the circular shapes are repeated throughout the space from the chairs, to the mirror to the vases. Doing that in any space makes everything cohesive…

{Elle Decor}

Bookshelves are not solely for books. As I’ve blogged about HERE, you can accessorize shelving with artifacts or random collections, in this case shells, starfish and coral. With the backs of the shelves painted teal, it allows the sea life finds to pop and not get swallowed up in a white-painted unit. I also love the Moroccan Pouffe ottoman. I need one of those in my life…

{Wedding Bee}

This is such a beautiful dinner party setting. Anytime you lay pillows down to sit on, you already know it’s a relaxed atmosphere. Hanging a curtain full of capiz shells (something that be found at World Market) & using sheer fabric hung from a canopy made of sticks has such a romantic feel…

{Kelly Interior Design}

Okay, yeah the pillows are pretty literal but how cool is it on these white chairs? I love the black piping on them and the Black Walls. Yall know I will forever be biased with black walls considering my post about the OBSESSION with the color. I think with the creamy doors and mantle in conjunction with the ivory carpeting, it prevents the room from appearing too dark and drag. Continue reading for tons more…

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Whimsy & Fun: Bubble Chandeliers…

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Champagne bubbles chandeliers have got to be one of the most whimsical lighting fixtures of the moment. They definitely make a statement in any setting from residential to commercial interiors. They give so much dimension & depth to a space. They’re quite expensive so if you have that DIY vibe, try THIS tutorial. Meanwhile, indulge in the many interiors that feature them…

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I think having this over a claw foot bathtub is genius. It plays up the whole “bubble bath” vibe…
 
Quaker Bluff Residence contemporary dining room
 
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