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[bar carts]

keep the guests happy with a little home bar. add some pretty drinkware, a tray, and a vase of fresh flowers to make it come to life.

[ralph lauren honeycomb lantern]

how interesting does this look? it's gorgeous and would look fantastic in a grouping of three over a dining table or in an  entry.

[al fresco dining]

when the weather warms up there's no place i'd rather be than outdoors.

[ce jeu by yelle]

though i can't understand a single lyric of this song, it puts me in the best mood. love!

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 [zooey's hair]

[turban headbands]

 [portlandia]

this show lovingly pokes fun at all of the idiosyncrasies perpetuated by the art and design community [particularly in Portland]. tune in and be prepared to laugh at yourself!

[forks over knives]

forks over knives is a super informative documentary that dives deep into the culprit of america's staggering cancer, diabetes, and heart disease epidemics. it is necessary to educate ourselves on nutrition and to be aware what is in the food that we are putting into our bodies. i could write a novel about this subject being that it's something i am deeply passionate about, but i'll spare you. just educate, educate, educate yourselves.

[food matters]

"Let Thy Food Be Thy Medicine, And Thy Medicine Be Thy Food." - Hippocrates

i actually watched this about a year ago, but i figured while i was on the subject i may as well bring it up. food matters is another incredible documentary offering insight to warding off disease by utilizing nutrition.

[peach + seafoam color palette]

knock knock who is there

i will save the bad joke and cut to the chase.

[orange!]

 i'm not sure if it's the winter blahs or just the fact that it's a great color, but i have really been attracted to orange lately. it's the perfect pop of happy, peppy, warm color!

[traditional home]

it's all about the details. the orange accents pop against the deep turquoise and green. 

 [traditional home]

i love a good inexpensive do it yourself project. thrifted frames have been upcycled and turned into beautiful wall decor. a collection of frames in varying shapes, sizes, and textures have been painted in Harmony by Sherwin Williams.

 

[pinterest]

those olsens are always stylin.

[martha stewart weddings]

sometimes a variety of candles are all you really need to beautifully outfit a dinner table. especially when they are in the perfect shades of complimentary turquoise and orange.

[house of turquoise]

i'm really digging this family room. it's so electic, colorful, and liveable.

 [pinterest]

every girl needs a bright orange blazer.

 [decor pad]

it would be really hard to think of a reason worthy of getting out of such a beautiful bed in the morning.

 [caitlin wilson textiles]

for all of you do-it-yourselfers caitlin wilson textiles has an incredible assortment of fabric by the yard. or if you would rather skip all of the work, ready-made pillow covers are available for purchase as well.

 [shop ruche blog]

now that's a fashionable dining room. when decorating with orange, you must be brave. don't hesitate to accent with another bright color or pattern.

[design sponge]

this bathroom has stolen my heart. if you know me, you know how much i love a clawfoot tub. and an orange one at that? oh my.

[casa sugar]

warm colors paired together are always so striking. the color palette in this living room really makes for an inviting space.

the new stone age

agate is a beautiful ornamental stone that is found primarily in volcanic rock. it is characterized by a rough exterior and a strikingly beautiful core that features bold marbelized colors. lately it has been frequenting fashion as well as interior design magazines and editorials and i for one, love it. it adds an organic yet glamorous touch to any space or outfit. 

[agate bookends from Royale Minerals]

these bookends are gorgeous and would add so much flair to your bookshelf.

[agate bottle stoppers from Uncommon Goods]

add a touch of class to your champagne or wine by replacing the boring cork with one of these gorgeous agate bottle stoppers.

[agate coasters from Uncommon Goods]

i don't think a more beautiful set of coasters exists. these would make for the perfect table top accessory.

 [agate pillow from West Elm]

this pillow has been screen printed to mimic the beautiful marbelized colors found in agate.

[agate slice sculptures from Rain Collection]

these scluptures are the perfect size for adding a little color to a bookshelf or coffee table.

 [agate hors d'Oeuvre plates from Elsewares]

these would be so pretty as a cheese plate or serving tray for your next dinner party.

[delicate agate slice necklace from Urban Outfitters]

this part rock and roll (ha!) and part hippie chic necklace would add so much personality to any outfit.

[purple agate cuff from Modtoast]

everything about this cuff is gorgeous. the wire wrapped detail looks phenomenal.



outfit inspiration for holiday parties

 

[pinterest]

what i appreciate about this outfit is that it's cute and foolproof. pair a sparkly shift dress with black tights and ankle boots and wah-la! 

 

[chictopia]

from the hair to the green mini, this outfit is perfect. i would totally wear this! 

 

[pinterest]

this maxi dress is divine and comfortable i'm sure! i love the way it has been accessorized with a neutral skinny belt and a glitzy vintage necklace. 

[pinterest]

green skinnies pair perfectly with an over-size neutral top. the clutch and peeptoe heels finish the look to perfection. 

 [pinterest]

these are staples in almost every girl's closet - leopard print top, black skirt, black tights, and a blazer. pair them together for a sophisticated party outfit! 

[chictopia]

 i love the shape of this dress and the unexpected edge that the studded belt lends to this outfit. perfect!

 

[pinterest]

this is outfit is cozy and nothing short of stylish. pair your favorite sweater with a plaid button up, a black skirt and a glitzy necklace for a great holiday look! 

 

[chictopia]

i love the shape of this dress and the glitter of course. add a pop of color with the shoes and a skinny belt! 

 

[pinterest]

if it's too cold in your neck of the woods to be sporting shorts and peeptoes this time of year i suggest layering this outfit with a pair of black tights and a black blazer. love the sparkly shorts with the flowy top! 

Love List

[Colorado.]

Benji and I are vacationing in Colorado this summer and I couldn't be more excited! We're staying in Denver a couple of nights and then with a friend in Crested Butte for the rest of the trip. I've said it before and I'll say it again, the west is the best.

[Vintage Moroccan Rugs from nuLOOM] 

[Colorful Shoes] 

['Tiffin' Orange Lunchbox handpainted by artisans in Kashmir]

[Rachel Zoe]

I can't help but love her, although I'm positive I would love her closet even more.

Summer Weddings.

I am very partial to summer weddings. Flowers are in full bloom, there is a sense of freedom in the air, and sunshine is in abundance. What's not to love?

Summer camp + Wedding = Cuteness!

Beer Served in a Canoe + Individual Pecan Pies

[All photos from Green Wedding Shoes]

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best ideas. I love the laid back vibe that this 'picnic' wedding evokes.

Love those casual floral bridesmaid dresses.  

Picnic baskets filled with bouquets line the ailse and of course guests are seated on blankets.



[All photos taken from Ruffled.]

Bridesmaids

[Topshop]

[Topshop]

[Free People]

[Free People]