Dining in the ROUND

My first dining table was round, and I loved it!  Even though I graduated to a larger rectangle table, I still have a soft spot for a quality round one.  It is also easier to fit in smaller spaces, like for renters or frequent movers.  I also wanted to showcase in this post how fun an upholstered dining chair can look in your space.  I wanted to go with just a little color POP in each room - the first one being cobalt and yellow and the second being a pale rose.  What do you think?  Can you picture your dinners in these fab rooms?

Shop this room:

Light Fixture

Art
White Vase

Sideboard

Cobalt Vase

Flowers

Table

Chairs

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Light Fixture

Sideboard & Hutch

Vase

Wine Glasses

Table

Chairs

Rug

Artificial Plants

Bedroom Balance

I truly believe one can wake up on the wrong side of the bed! Even though I am horrible at taking my own advice, I think one's bedroom should be awesome, comfy, clean (this is where I fail), and well balanced...or zen if you will. If you make the bedroom your favorite room, I think a good night's rest and a happy morning is in your future!

Here's a little easy recipe for balance, style, and comfort: Grand bed, matching night stands and table lamps, soft rug, fab throw pillows, and a cushioned bench.

Disclaimer: this post is pricey. Will try and be more affordable next time =)

Bed

Nightstands

Lamps

Throw Pillows

Bench

Rug

Bed

Nightstands

Lamps

Throw Pillows

Bench

Rug

Starring: Gladiators in gladiators

I'm obsessed with the TV show Scandal right now, and they call themselves gladiators.....so I am thus calling myself a gladiator because.... yeah. There are also these sandals we call gladiators too, and they are quite popular once again this summer.  I've never gone for the really tall kind myself, but I can certainly appreciate a gal who does.  They are bold and fun....I say go for it, gladiators!

shop the looks

Outfit 1:

Isabel Marant Earrings

Asos Romper

Topshop Gladiators

Outfit 2:

Dannijo Necklace

Zara Top

Phillip Lim Bag

Anthro Pants

Rebecca Minkoff Gladiators

Outfit 3:

Maria Black Earrings

Annabel Ingal Bag

Blue Life Dress 

Schutz Gladiators

Never had Gladiator wine, but there's no discriminating. All wines are welcome here. 

Spotlight: Pineapples

Anyone else have PINEAPPLES on the brain?  If so, it's because they are everywhere and this summer's most popular fruit.  Makes me thirsty...do you like pinacoladas, or getting lost in the rain?

items from Society 6, FarFetch, TopShop, H&M, Zara, Cynthia Rowley, Anthropologie, Nasty Gal, and ASOS.

Vintage Rock Room

Since my pup has gotten so sick, it has been really tough to think about too much else.  Being creative can be hard when my mind is so full, but it can also be such a great outlet for me.  I started 3 other rooms before this one began to unfold, and I think it really came together as my stress loosened.  It's one of those rooms that would be great for a couple because it has both masculine and feminine elements as well as a neutral pallet.  I love the texture and warmth with clean lines and vintage elements.

Girly Glam

In these days of being single, I can't help but relish in the excessive girlishness that I get to enjoy.  If someone had told me that I'd be single from this time to that time, perhaps my apartment would have this kind of look about it.  You know, there is such a small window until a man turns the entire apartment brown and tan ;)

Pink and sparkle overload commences now...

PS:

Rain City Print -  Etsy

Elephant Book Ends - One Kings Lane

Starring: Tie Dye

I've probably spent the past 20 years trying to figure out my style.  The problem is that I like all kinds of styles - rock n' roll, preppy, bohemian, sporty, girly, you name it.  My closet is just one big mix of styles, and yes I try my darndest to mash them together whenever possible.  If I could harness the perfect boho-rock-sporty girly gal, then life will be almost complete.

I give you now what I think is my second ode to tie dye.  Tie dye is one of those things I've loved forever and will love always.  It makes an appearance in all style types, so it will be a wardrobe must for my perfect style self.

Ok.. I know the rug is rainbow, the chair is splatter, AND the pillow is dip dyed, but they are such close relatives of tie dye! =)

Deja Vu...

When I started decorating this room, I was just pulling cool things that I liked.  When I finished it, I realized it is pretty much a version of my already existing home.  I too have a grey couch, velvety side chair, wooden coffee table, accents of mustard and cream, and yep I'd immediately dive into this room.  Someone just give me that bar cart and lamp, and I'll be a happy camper.

Not labeled in image:
Candy Jar:  Anthropologie
Wine: Ehlers 1886
Pillows: Gilt Home
Tree: Pier 1