I'm Calling It: Emerald Green is the Next Big Color

At first I was like ok...then I was like alright...now I'm like ooooooh yeaaaah! This is a beautiful color. I feel like in the past it has been used all wrong in a way that makes it look at stuffy and traditional. But when used right it's so pretty!

You may remember this post I did a while back about it's decliciousness. I've since been seeing it more and more so I just want to go on record and call this bitch!

Evidence...

From MFAMB

Via Pinterest

Use it with bright colors to keep it looking fresh and new.

The Decorista

Ok I think you get the point. So Emerald Green? Love it or not for you? Or you think I'm full of it? Discuss!

What Style are You?

I get asked a lot what my "style" is both in apparel and home decor and I always find it a hard question to answer. Of course because I like so many different things but I also just buy what I like, no matter what it may be. Sometimes I answer with catchy phrases like "Eclectic Contemporary" or "Boho Chic" and maybe "Glam Eclectic" but what do these things even mean? Who really knows! So, I ask what do you say when asked "what is your style?"

Are you...

 

A lover of white...

Belgian style antiques and reproductions...

Minimalist in wide open spaces...

Colorful and cozy in a nook...

Vintage classics...

Eclectic Contemporary...

All things print, pattern, and color...

More one the modern side...

A little bit retro...

So tell me friends, how do you describe your style?

Happy Weekend!

What the Folk?!

A little bit boho but with a Russian flair the new folk trend is sure to serenade your eyeballs. The mix of patterns and jewel tones feel fresh with bright saturated colors and an array of textures. Expect chunky fabrics, knits and natural wood tones and then fall in love!

Maybe it's the heavier fabrics or the mostly darker colors but this trend is perfect for Fall and I know we are ready!

20 of the last 23 days have been 100 degrees or hotter in Dallas and we are not expecting the temperature to dip for the next 10 days in sight. We've had no rain and don't expect any either. I'm MELTING!

Easy as 1...2...3!

Adding numbers to decor gives a feeling of...dare I say...whimsy, to otherwise simple decor!

I love this for a kid's room, so cute!

Pale and Saturated; Spring Color Trends

A new spring trend that I'm absolutely loving is all the pale colors. This feels so fresh though because it is not just a pale pink or pale blue. The colors are lighter but still saturated. The softness of this palette looks beautiful juxtaposed with tailored and strong pieces and goes great with nude leathers in shoes and handbags. A great accent for the pale colors is a lighter coral with a touch of gray in it. I can feel my credit card tingling...

 

  

  

  

  

  

  

Vivienne Westwood Red Label

Organic

Isaac Mizrahi

(FYI this also reinforces another Spring trend, inner wear as outer wear)

Versace

(you may have also seen this dress on Christina Aguilara for some awards show, her curves made this dress look amazing, it looks like crap on this skinny model, just sayin)

Pale with coral from Alberta Ferretti

Marchesa

Shop Ruche, $37

Shop Ruche, $47

Shop Ruche, $50

Shop Ruche, $25

Shop Ruche, $33

Shop Ruche, $35

I have this top, it's a beauty, it has these little button closures on the sides that give it a really nice fit, plus the color palette is lovely!

Mod Cloth, $48

Mod Cloth, $35

Mod Cloth, $45

click on the link to see the back of this dress, it's to DIE for, so cute!

Mod Cloth, $65

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