Falling for Throws

If you're anything like me, you love when the leaves start changing color, PSL's (pumpkin spiced lattes) come back at Starbucks, and it gets a bit cooler so you snuggle up on the sofa with your favorite throw. The first day of fall is just a few days away so I came up with a list of my top 5 favorite throws perfect for fall -- different styles and textures. I'm in search of a new one, too, so I may be seeing one of these in my home soon!

1 // 404 locust slidell throw // $69 // urban outfitters

2 // zuri throw - teal // $51.60 // lulu & georgia

3 // horizontal double ribbed throw // $79 // west elm

4 // 5-lb chenille solid throw // $79 // restoration hardware

5 // faux sheepskin throw // $99 // pottery barn

My sofa is a gray, area rug is a neutral pattern with a navy/teal color, and the pillows on the sofa are cream with a brass/gold print on two, so I'm thinking the teal one from Lulu and Georgia will be a nice way to tie in the blue. However, I'm torn because the faux sheepskin one from Pottery Barn screams "snuggle and watch movies with me". There's no harm in getting more than one, right? Options are good :)

Xo,

Loving Linear Rugs

I've been seeing some pretty amazing rugs and they have one thing in common -- lots and lots of lines. So I'm starting to think linear rugs are an up-and-coming trend but can be super timeless, too. Here were some of my favorite ones that I came across from some of my favorite stores. You're welcome :)

1 // abstract angles wool dhurrie // west elm

2 // assembly home chevron printed handmade rug // urban outfitters

3 // moroccan diamond shag brown rug // rugs usa

4 // ps low pile multicolor // ikea

5 // silvered prisms rug // anthropologie

6 // reverb black rug // cb2

Xo,

photo credit: west elm, ikea, cb2, urban outfitters, anthropologie, rugs usa

10 Great Ombré Finds

I've been a fan of ombré for quite some time - I just love the simple yet stylish look of this trendy design. Ombré means a gradual change in color from one shade to the next. Or put simply, just a color from dark to light or light to dark, depending how you look at it. It's a simple way to put some interest in a space without using prints, motifs, or going overboard with color. In this post I gathered a bunch of great ombré decor from all different sites that I love. Feel free to click on the links to snatch them up & use in your own home. Enjoy :)

1. Ombré Capiz Chandelier / PBTeen / 
$159

2. Ombré Dye Wool Rug in Midnight 5'x8' /

West Elm / $349

(more sizes available)

3. Crackle Ombré Table Lamp / Pier 1 / 

$99.99

4. Ombré Pillow in Teal 18"x18" / 

Lulu and Georgia  / $60

5. Ombré Mugs, Set of 4 / World Market /

$27.95

6. Seventeen Ombré Bean Bag Chair /

Target / $79.99

(other colors available)

7 . Ombré Softest Throws / West Elm /

Sale $14.99 - $24.99

8. Jill Rosenwald Plimpton Flame Shower

Curtain / Layla Grace / $40

9. Assembly Home Gradient Curtain 96"/

Urban Outfitters / $49

(other colors and sizes available)

10. Wooden Ombré Vases / West Elm /

Tall + Large Sizes $99

Those are just a handful of all the amazing ombré items out there. Go on 

& bring some ombré into any space in your home - I know you want to!

Xo,

Design Styles / Industrial

Have you ever seen an item and thought that it is exactly the type of design style you're into? There are so many different types of design styles - industrial, modern, mid-century, contemporary, traditional, rustic, glamorous, coastal, vintage, eclectic - and that's just to name some. Personally, I like mixing and matching different looks so I would say I have more of an eclectic-chic design style. I love pairing the new with the old and making it look chic and put together. For my next few posts I want to explore these different styles and if you're not sure what you like this may help you find out :) 

Industrial design is very trendy right now. When you hear the word industrial you may think metal, piping, salvaged decor, wire, exposed brick and you're pretty much right. I chose some pieces that have an overall industrial look & if you like any of these items you just may be into industrial design. 

1. Arteriors

 Stanley Costello Cocktail Table / Layla Grace

 2. Cafe String Lights / Pottery Barn

3. IndLights Industrial Ceiling Light / Etsy

4. Dutch Industrial Bed with Footboard / Restoration Hardware

5. Industrial Iron and Mirror Cart / Rejuvenation 

6. Lecture Desk / CB2 

7. Pipe Adjustable Rods / West Elm 

 8. Sterling Stool Side Table / CB2

9. Wire Mesh Storage - Rectangular / West Elm

10. Industrial Adjustable Stool with Back / West Elm

Xo,

In Love with Lacquer

It's easy to fall in love with the look of lacquer (try saying that ten times fast). This high gloss finish can be put on a wide array of home items - cabinets, dressers, tables, trays, jewelry boxes, lamps, etc. Lacquer originates from East Asia where tinted resin was used by artisans to decorate different objects.

It is a tough, durable and water-resistant finish. The best part is that it crosses between traditional and modern so lacquer usually looks great no matter what style you're looking for and can make an otherwise boring item look fierce and chic. It also looks amazing paired with textural items - For example, a lacquered coffee table next to a tufted sofa. Here are some of my favorite lacquer pieces - Enjoy!!

White lacquer parsons desk - A classic, chic piece from West Elm. I can picture this desk paired with a tufted linen or leather chair in a bold color.

One of my favorite pieces from Bunalow5 - the Jacqui Coffee Table. They have quite a collection of lacquer items from coffee tables to dressers to accent tables - if you want it lacquered, Bungalow5 will have it.

Like I mentioned, lacquer can cross between different design styles like with the Mid-Century 3-Drawer Dresser from West Elm.

This traditional dresser from Chelsea Textiles has an antiqued lacquer finish but still has a high gloss look.

This stylish drum shade chandelier comes in a funky design and black lacquer finish. Found at ShopCandelabra.com.

Lacquer can look fabulous paired with wood, texture and in these particular nesting tables from Jonathan Adler, with brass. 

This geometric mirror from the Redford Collection has a distressed, multi-layered lacquer finish and a hand finished look. I absolutely love the color as well. Found at LaylaGrace.com.

Also part of the Redford House Collection on LaylaGrace.com, this cottage chic chair also has a hand finished look created from a unique multi-layered, high-quality lacquer process. A bunch of these chairs would look amazing paired with a white lacquer parsons dining table - don't you think? Love it!

There you have it - some of my favorite lacquered pieces from traditional to modern to mid-century. I hope you love them as much as I do. Do you have any lacquer in your home or an item that you would like to have lacquered?

(Sources: ElleDecor.com, About.com, DIYNetwork.com)

Xo,

Greek Key: Trendy Yet Timeless

Greek key has been around but it has never looked so chic. Technically it has two meanings - A decorative border constructed from a continuous line, shaped into a repeated motif and the symbol of eternal love, life and friendship. The traditional greek key motif may vary from item to item but once you see it, it will stand out to you. Greek key looks fabulous on pretty much anything you can think of when it comes to your home - bedding, curtains, accent pillows, furniture, shower curtains and even wastebaskets...yes, really! Here are some of my favorite greek key items that you can currently find online. Even though this is a trendy pattern, when done the right way in your home you can create a chic yet timeless look. Enjoy!!

I'm loving this light blue throw blanket & it's super soft, too.

(JonathanAdler.com)

A little eye candy on a rather simple looking night stand.

(Houzz.com)

Gold legs with a navy laquer tray top PLUS greek key - score!

(WorldsAway.com)

These used to be the two colors in my teen bedroom growing up - still loving this color duo! 

(LaylaGrace.com)

A luxurious silk and wool area rug - would look beautiful in any room in your home.

(LaylaGrace.com)

I can picture this mirror as a beautiful center piece above a console in an entry way but is a quite versatile piece.

(Wayfair.com)

And of course a beautiful greek key waste basket..told ya so ;) 

(LaylaGrace.com)

Xo,