Confessions of a Door Whore

it's true. I'm a complete crazy person for really great doors. High gloss gets the old ticker racing and unexpected colors send me right over the edge. And I might even take pictures of them on my iphone during a casual stroll despite the pleadings of my nervous nelly husband and the terrified stares of neighbors. I just can't help myself. A brightly hued door speaks to my soul.

Images: Pretty Stuff, Paris Hotel Boutique Journal, A Cottage in the Woods, A Cottage in the Woods, Green Street, Things She Loves, Swedish Interiors, Houzz, Escapade, The SoHo, Infinite Bliss, pixdaus, High Street Market, Design Indulgences, Anna Gillar

M to the onogram

You might as well embroider a humungo S on my chest because I am a sucker for monogrammed bed things and the bigger the better in my opinion. Plus, if you ever forget your initials, there they are, right there on your pillow or towel. And bonus, house guests can't steel your linens. Score two for Team Monogram

Images via Marcus Design Inc., Lonny, Rue, Travel for Design, Pink Wallpaper, The Neo-Traditionalist, Lonny, Lonny, Pink Wallpaper, Elle Decor

If Maps and Chalkboards had a love child

aren't they cute? Spotted at Shop Dirtsa

Blooming Inspiration

remember when this little lady caused quite the trend with her blooming adornments? Well they are back and they're bigger than ever

Images: HBO, Max Wanger, Emersonmade, ban.do, Emersonmade, Because I'm Addicted, The Sartorialist, ban.do, ban.do, Emersonmade

Masculine vs. Feminine

We are in the process of making our Master bedroom FABULOUS (I call it the master but it also happens to be the only bedroom in the house)and I'm so torn. I always lean towards the safe land of gender neutral so as not to surround my husband in a sea of girly fluff BUT I also want our bedroom to be a pretty, pretty love den. These bedrooms are inspiring me with their perfect combination of masculine + sexy.

Of course, a sprinkle of girly never hurt anyone...

Images: Apartment Therapy, Sensational Color, Solid Frog, Japanese Trash, The City Sage via Lake Jane, Dandelion Paperweight, Pinterest, Loft Life, This is Glamorous, Madison and Grow, Home Sweet Home, Design Sponge, A Lovely Being

Tray Roundup

 In all of my internet scouring for the perfect trays to outfit each and every room, I came across some awesome specimens and thought I should share. 

All pair nicely with spirits and accessories of choice

1. Jacks Tray Side Table, 2. Lacquer Hexagon Tray, 3. Formosa White Tray Table , 4. Pink Lacquer Tray, 5. LOVEJOY Vodka

And for your dressers, go feminine chic and display all of that fabulous jewelry and girly trinkets in one of these lovelies

1. Chevron Lucite Tray, 2. Silver Lacquer Tray, 3. Saguaro Tray, 4. White Lacquer Tray, 5. Blossom Mirror Tray, 6. Chanel No. 5

We can't forget the Rustic beauties. I always find awesome pieces on Etsy or local vintage shops but if you're not into scavenging for hidden gems, then these might be your cup of tea

1. Galvanized Boot Tray, 2.Butari Grand Tray, 3. Basay Tray, 4. Galvanized Metal Tray, 5. Mailroom Tray, 6. Potted Succulent

And last but certainly not least, if you are wanting to add a splash of color to the room, why not go for a fun, patterned tray. Throw on some modern white vases and voila...instant fabulousness

1. Brasilia Tray, 2. Patterned Lucite Tray, 3. Mod Tray, 4. White Chevron Tray, 5. Farm Vases, 6. Carnaby Hollywood Tray