I have to apologize for this photo – it’s a magazine page I had pulled from Martha Stewart Living and posted on my inspiration board (yes the old fashioned way vs. Pinterest) and it’s showing all the wrinkles of wear. But it perfectly fits our color palette this week of yellows, blues and lavenders- so I decided- what the heck- I’ll post it (even though I’m still cringing as I look at the condition) Anyway…. It’s always a good idea to think about your view from room to room when selecting paint colors. There’s really no right or wrong if … Read more
Archive for the ‘Yellows’ Category
tuesday’s table talk: set your table with striped favor bags and send your friends home smiling
Fill these party bags with candy and goodies and place at each place setting. It’s easy and will make your guests smile! These yellow and white stripe party bags from Paper Eskimo (www.papereskimo.com) are only $9.95 for 12. Add a simple ribbon or twine to close the top or simply stand them upright. I filled these last weekend for my guests with vanilla salt water taffy (because the taffy is all white). I usually order taffy or other candy from www.candywarehouse.com. I keep a sampling of different colored bags, tags and ribbon on hand so it’s easy to … Read more
this week’s color palette: yellow, foggy blue & lavender grays
There is a new online travel magazine to read called “Wayfare“. The current issue has some great stories and beautiful photographs, especially one about photographer, Rachel Thurston’s family road trip in a camper van through New Zealand (photo of their van below) and another about Sayulita, Mexico (photograph of woman in swimsuit by David Menke). I’ve been seeing this color palette of yellow with a foggy or pale blue and combined with accents of lavender shades of gray in interiors lately. Mayfare’s cover reveals it’s a palette found in nature and a perfect summertime color palette reminiscent of ocean … Read more
behind the seams at talbots: a look at the company’s creative inspiration
I had the privilege to speak with Dru Hilty, Trend Manager at Talbots, for an insiders special peak behind the company’s process of forecasting and selecting colors and styles for each season. Here’s our discussion… LB: Dru, How does a collection actually come together at Talbots? Where do you begin when you start researching for a new season? DH: A few of us work with the SVP of Design, Chris Jackson, to help create the concepts behind the collections. He leads the team, and ensures our seasonal concepts are both inspirational and support the brand-vision. Diane Basile, our VP … Read more
coral, pink & yellow: lynn’s picks
Kashmir Quilt and Shams, $80-425, from John Robshaw, Stella Wicker Sofa, from Maine Cottage, Palmer Sunglasses, $12, from Fred Flare, Summer Floral Crew Neck Swim Shirt (UPF+50), $165, from Parasol, Essenstial Oils Gift Set in Pink Grapefruit, $30-40, from Williams-Sonoma, Home Masala Citrine Pillowcase Set, by Dwell Studio, $77, from Layla Grace. (complete sheet set also available)
decorating with coral/peach, pink & yellow
The exclusive residential community and club, The Lyford Cay Club, was recently re-done by Tom Scheerer (photograph by Pieter Estersohn). The layering of coral/peach with pink and accents of yellow is great example of how to pull this week’s color palette together. Visit Mr. Scheerer’s site to see his residential projects for so many inspirational decorating ideas! He uses a lot of striped and patterned rugs in his rooms and layers colors expertly.
cocktails: “bubblegum-tini”, perfect for a coral, pink and yellow color palette
Peter of Peter Callahan Catering has shared with us a whimsical cocktail for summer entertaining…the bubblegum-tini! Peter is known for his creative presentation and this is a great example. Peter fills his signature lucite trays with orange/coral, pink, yellow and white bubblegum balls to bring whimsy and creativity to serve this fun cocktail. (see recipe below) A colorful signature cocktail is an easy way to keep your wedding color palette going through the cocktail hour. Be sure to communicate to your caterer your color palette and interests and I’m sure they’ll be able to suggest a cocktail that could … Read more
Bringing Nature Home: a new book
“Bringing Nature Home” -a brand new book, by the very talented photographer Ngoc Minh Ngo. She collaborated with Nicolette Owen to create a beautiful and stunning book on floral arranging inspired by nature. Full of inspiration, this is a MUST HAVE book for your coffee table or reference library. Available from Amazon.
color palette: coral/peach, pink, & yellow
I’ve been seeing the color palette of coral combined with a pale pink here and there. Some coral’s are deeper and some a little softer. I’ve also been seeing this color palette with a touch, or an accent of yellow. It’s a very beautiful combination I think. It’s very sophisticated and feminine- but I think the addition of yellow makes it stronger, bolder and and more vibrant.
whites, creams & metallics: lynn’s picks
Bentley Round tables, by Niedermaier, Pleated Metallic Top, Silver, $4.95, from H&M, Metallic Clutch, $118, from Calvin Klein, Geometric Gold Leaf Bookcase, $3,285, from Mecox Gardens.
