The February Edit

Thankful for leap year and granting me one more day to get this in. This months inspo is heavily driven by my main aspiration for the year - to simplify. I yearn for learning how to actually feel balanced with the many facets of my life (I’m sure most of us struggle here). For real, do you think it’s actually possible to get there? A gal can certainly try. And so, I’ve dubbed this year “Operation Simplify” (how Spy Kids of me).

You might be thinking, how will I strive to achieve this? For starters, I’m focusing on getting REAL intentional about what’s important to me and what I want my life to look like. Next, I’m working on letting go of aspects that no longer serve me - enter perfectionism and imposter syndrome. Life is far too precious to have these time sucks that detract from living positively. Next, I’m focused on getting better at boundaries and time blocking. It’s so easy to just keep going and going with the never ending to-do list, but there is a time and place. No need to feel guilty when downtime is needed. I’ve already felt a huge shift with this alone (insert super hopeful feelings here). Lastly, re-focusing on being present. I’ve noticed, when I slow down and do things moment to moment, time seems to slow down and my days are exponentially more enjoyable. One of my favorite ways to get centered back to feeling present is walking barefoot outside when it’s nice out. For the love of God, I am beyond happy the good weather seasons are right around the corner. Who else is with me - in both warmer weather and simplicity?

Here’s some key pieces that have been serving some serious inspiration this month. Let’s dive in..

Decor with a twist - I’m really enjoying pulling styling pieces that come in an interesting material. As pictured, this cool kiwi green marbled chess board is a cool touch for a game or coffee table. Playing with unexpected material can help bring some pretty visual interest. We like to go for different!

A modern fireplace - So long super traditional or stark contemporary fireplace surrounds. I’m loving integrating a mildly ornate fireplace surround, but with a modern twist. I love the fluted look of this inspo and the layered dimension the design provides instead of it being stick straight floor to ceiling. There’s a lot of room to have fun here.

Pared down workspace - It’s so easy to go nuts with custom cabinetry. I like the idea of getting down to the necessities, eliminating the desire to collect clutter, especially for a work environment. I like this simple work surface. Honestly, do we really need MORE? Pull out your pen + paper, laptop or a sketchbook, throw on some music and let the inspo flow.

Tropical tones - Ok, so with warmer days on the brain and my honeymoon around the corner, I’m in a tropical state of mind. I’m day dreaming of daily spa-like showers surrounded by some seriously stunning coral tile. Am I in Hawaii? The Florida Keys? Who cares with this instant transportation to a warmer state of mind. I’ll take it. Serious excellent start to the day.

Airy + Peaceful vibes - Bringing it back to the FEELING of a space. Nothing ruins a peaceful space more than chaotic clutter. To help aid with this, there’s been a LOT of purging and donating in our home. Circling back to simplicity, less is more and the feeling is great!

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The January Edit

For the most Mondayest month of the year, here we are getting our inspo thoughts out there right at the end of the finish line. I’ll admit I’m a masochist for living for the thrill of a self-imposed deadline (thrill, anxiety..something like that). Maybe I’ll add it to the New Year’s resolution list, we’ll see.

Over the years I’ve grasped at the excitement for jumping into New Years resolutions, only to realized most were unfulfilled come the end of the year. The issue is that resolutions are half-assed. They’re either a blip of a thought or a spoken word that’s drifted away, never to be seen again. My friends, let me tell you, I’ve found a method that works better by tenfold! For the last almost decade, I’ve practiced dreaming up intention lists and vision boards. This is more than just a resolution, it’s a completed desire that your heart wants to bring into your life, but only if you’re ready for it. I’m so excited for this New Year and to share how I work this into my daily life so you can to. So let’s cheers to the year ahead!

Here’s some key pieces that have been serving some serious inspiration this month. Let’s jump in..

Interesting Vases - I have been drooling over vases and vessels with an intriguing architectural element. Much like this photo that has an organic shape and detailed carvings. It makes it feel fluid and soft. The point is, let’s give the basic glass vases a time-out and break out the fun!
Mocha, Mocha, Mocha - Being a New Englander in the dead of a gloomy winter, I am just leaning into the lush and moody mocha family. Let’s bring a little bit of that heavy feeling into the home and balance it with warmer undertones (not trying to go full emo here). These colors would be stunning in a bedroom or anywhere you’re looking to feel a bit more relaxed. Hell - If I had a library I would go full blown with this vibe.
Wallpaper Moments - I’m a big fan of utilizing wallpaper in different ways. I really like the idea of breaking up your regularly all painted Mudroom with something of interest. This wallpaper orientation does just that. It provides a pop of life in a normally not so thrilling drop zone.
Quirky, but make it Elegant- I’m not shy about how much I love quirk. Hell, I know all about being quirky. I love embracing the different and the slightly weird. This wallpaper from afar looks like an elegant toile paper, but upon closer look it’s animals dressed up for a ball. It can be really fun to play with an off-beat wallpaper in a Powder Room (wow Guests), Playroom (a space meant for creative play), or a Dining Room where you’re trying to off-set the seriousness and formality of the space (gotta love juxtaposition).
The New Neutral - If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s the constant revolving door of the current neutral paint palette. At one point it was greys (yes, I spell it with an e, I just like it better that way), then crisp whites, and now it’s all the creams. It’s kind of like watching someone grow out of their emo phase in high school to a happy and functioning adult, where once colors were cool, now we’re wanting warmth. Don’t worry, greys will come around again, but for now, I’m loving the creams. A few of my favorite Benjamin Moore colors are: Swiss Coffee, Ballet White and Feather Down.
Gallery Wall - Simply digging the eclectic and rich look of a layered frame gallery wall. This is an opportunity to go thrifting, mixing old and new and really having a ball with pulling photos and art together.

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