I can't believe the Olympics are almost over. Is it just me or does it feel like it just begun? In the spirit of the Olympics, I thought I'd pull some decor inspiration from the Olympics: Gold Silver Bronze decor. To be quite honest, I'd pull these rooms even if we didn't want the Olympic theme! These are all tones I love to use in my home and want to share how you can do so in yours. You can find all of these images … [Read more...]
Bathroom Inspiration
So... I'm one that needs a serious kick in the a** to complete a project. I get the stuff, have the best intentions, and then find all the reasons in the world to delay. How many of you relate? Can I see a show of hands please? So ya, two Novembers ago I got marble glass mosaic tile to redo my bathroom. I was keeping my existing travertine that I absolutely love on my counters and tub deck. Well, it was going to be a project that I needed … [Read more...]
Target Home Accessories for Spring
Now that spring is officially underway, that means spring cleaning and when it comes to our homes, it doesn't mean change the furniture every season. However, changing up a few accessories on the bookshelves, end tables, coffee tables and spruce up the look and give it a lighter brighter feel without changing up some of the big stuff. So today I'm doing a round up of some things I'm loving right now at Target. It's one of my hot spots. Go … [Read more...]
Golden Gift Ideas
You guys know I'm a HUGE Target lover. For one, yesterday's post sums me up to a TEE. If you didn't see it, check it out HERE. And we're coming down to the wire with Christmas less than 2 weeks away. For my friends both near AND far, I've rounded up a few things that could go for almost anyone... The special thing about that is these are all pretty fabulous, versatile gifts, some for a hostess, some for your wife, your sister, and I bet … [Read more...]
Black Bar
This week I am 100% completely immersed in a home makeover project. I thought it wouldn't be a big deal, but it's bigger than I anticipated for sure. Not quite sure if it's because I haven't done it too often or what, but I guess I didn't realize the fumes and mess and displacement it would be for our whole crew. What kinda make-over? This space.... but today I'm specifically talking THIS space.... ... the bar. I shared … [Read more...]
Drum Pendant Chandelier
Sometimes changing one thing up in a room can give a completely different look. It could be changing the furniture around. It could be removing something from the space. In this case, I'm adding to my space. I've done something like this before but changed it up instead of adding to it. You can see it HERE. I've had this fabulous light fixture from Luxe Objects now for about 6 … [Read more...]
Greys, Grays and Golds, Part 2
A little while ago I shared my love for grays and golds with you HERE. I don't know what it is about color and metal combination, but I've always loved it and I think I always will. Here are a few sightings in my home (not including all my mirrored furniture that has both silver and gold.... ) ... a few things I spotted at our local fabulous West Elm... ... and of course some online window … [Read more...]
Greys, Grays and Golds in the Home
I've never been into the whole "matchy-matchy" thing when it comes to interior design. And I've always loved these two colors combined... gray and gold (or grey and gold, depending on where you live). I love the warmth the golds bring into a space to offset the coolness of the grey tones. There are sprinkles of this all throughout my house, but I wanted to show you some other fancies around... Some in bigger ways, other in the littlest … [Read more...]
I love you, deer.
I'm not much of a taxidermy gal. Something about the dead animal thing on my wall kinda freaks me out. But I AM a lover of some recreated animal heads…. especially if they're sparkly and gold! …. I came across this CUTEST print from the darling Amanda at All Things Pretty... You guys know I have been polishing up my office, trying to make it my "girl cave" (leaving the dark wood in tact as much as I could), so when … [Read more...]
The Nude Nail with a Party
I've been gradually moving out of the dark into the nudes. I've been into the nudes lately, as you might already know if you've been keeping up with me. {wink!} I mean THIS, silly friends! Today I'm talkin nails. I have my basics that I wear over and over on a seasonal basis, and I'm moving to the nudes. I'm not a huge red nail lover on myself because I can't stand the moment I get a chip. Just me. It drives me nuts, so I prefer the nude … [Read more...]
Target, Oh Joy!
Spring is virutally here, and with that I think of freshness, things coming alive, cheer and bright colors, flowers blooming and breaths of fresh air. Designer and blogger Oh Joy! just launched a collection in collaboration with one of my TRUEest of loves, Target, to celebrate spring. Party and celebration "ware" in these fresh and festive colors, these beauties make me WANT to have a party! It launched March 16th, and I had it on my calendar, … [Read more...]
White Jeans and Pony Hair
Who said white jeans are just for summer? Not true. I paired up a pair of Target winter white jeans with a black "leather" stripe with this fun pony-hair sweatshirt. That sweatshirt is WAY thick and warm, so I saved this one for a brrrrrrr cold day! (Are you guys SICK of this coat yet??? Well, I gotta say, it has been my most FAVORITE buy of the season! I wear it ALL the time … [Read more...]
Giving Thanks
Blessed and thankful for so much... family, good health, amazing friends .... and the little things we take for granted, like a roof over our head... food to eat, believe it or not. via So I give thanks for all of those and quite a bit then some. Far too much to mention. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you lovies! … [Read more...]
Five From Target
I'm obsessing over these five things from Target this week. Some little details that are awesomeness about these... that glass on that table is SMOKEY as in HOT! {big grin}, those little specs you see on the glasses, those are gold dots, and the pillow has amaaaaaazing black little beads on it. DIVINE! Love all these little beauties that will add some special touches to your home without breaking the bank. All of … [Read more...]
Golden Time Tuesday
This weekend's daylight savings time change came just in time if you ask me. It always seems to happen that way almost every fall I feel like. It's the ONE time of the year that the answer to the question "Oh if only there were more hours in the day" is YES! we DO have more time on this day... just ONE hour. But still, it's extra time, right? And time is GOLDEN wouldn't you say? Some of the things I'd do if I had more time? Organize … [Read more...]
Accent Tables
A cute accent table is like having the perfect accessory, but with function as well. Love cute little accent tables tucked next to the right chair, the right corner, the right place. Here are some living areas I found on Pinterest that showed some beautiful accent tables being put to good use. These little accent tables are smaller than end tables and add a cute touch to … [Read more...]
Black and Gold
One of my favorite color combos that exists is black and gold. Love it for the home. Love it in bags. Love it on shoes. Love it on clothes. Love it everywhere. And getting dressed up in a black and gold dress is classic and timeless I think anytime of year. Here's my take on a great dress from a super local retailer, Rakota Remington. I shared my love for this GREAT shop HERE. I had to wear shoes that weren't the "look good but can't … [Read more...]
Changing One Element
I've lived in my home for 16 years this November. I've updated slowly, in stages, changed various rooms around, flipped dining for living and living for dining, random things like that. One of the biggest things in view when walking into a foyer is the chandelier. It can be quite a statement piece. Well, the time has come for updating mine. Foyer now..... Chandelier I'm obsessing over to go in it's … [Read more...]
Friday’s Five
What a week to say the least... 1. Dreaming of summer vacation .... via and a little of this maybe... via 2. Wouldn't it be fun to drive one of these? via Seriously, if anyone knows how I can get one or get one made, you're GOLDEN to me! Lemme know! I'm SERIOUS! Hubby will be like ARE YOU KIDDING ME? And I'm like UM NOOOOO! HA! Call it "Irene's GOLDEN CHARIOT". 3. One of my most drolled over pins... via every girl … [Read more...]
Chevron Giveaway
Before we get down to business, some serious giveaway business, I'm also guest posting over at dear friend Kecia's blog, CoutureZoo. She's a fabulous zookeeper chic, yes for real she is, with an impeccable eye for style both on the home as well as her own fashions. So hop on over there to see what I have to say. Now, if you love chevron, love GOLD, love sparkle, and love cute little bags, THIS little piece of goodness is something for … [Read more...]
