20 Jan 2015

Currently Craving: Navy and White
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True story: My mother is obsessed with blue and white. Any sort of blue really. Navy, nighttime navy, powder blue, baby blue, etc. Before I even knew this color combination was stylish, I grew up just knowing that blue and white was “a thing.” The walls in our living room are blue, we have white pottery barn couches, the front door to our house is blue – you kinda get the picture, right?

Although this color combination was slightly forced on me, I do have to say it’s now one of my absolute favorite combos when it comes to interiors or fashion. Navy is such a classic yet elegant color and when you pair it white, you get a brisk maritime feel – think yachting in the Hampton’s. #yesplease. I also love navy and white because it is extremely versatile and can work with almost every style of decor. Whenever I see a navy and white room, it automatically feels modern and fresh. So with that, today I’ve rounded up a little mix of navy and white inspiration for us all. Hope you had a lovely Monday! Xo.

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navy and white bathroom

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 frilly navy dress

navy and white stripe umbrellas

navy paneling

navy and white umbrella

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 Cleo Woven Leather Loafers // Saint James for J.Crew Slouchy Tee // Mercado Baskets //Awning Stripe Pillow // Gobi Bath Towels // Riviera Side Chair // Broad Strie Dhurrie // Awning Stripe Fabric // Lucy Boxer Shorts // Sailor-Stripe Underwire Top // Havana Pillow Cover // Vintage Short Sleeve PJs

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16 Jan 2015

Weekend Notes Vol. 21
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Hello friends, Happy Friday! Hope everyone had a lovely week. I’m very much looking forward to this long weekend! Gotta love national holidays. So many good links in today’s Weekend Notes.

Take Me To Paris

If only I had a backyard, this is exactly what I would do with it.

I can only hope Maroon 5 will crash my future wedding.

A pretty house tour via Oh My Dear.

Did you know the New York Times has a great guide featuring articles all related to Paris?

2014 was the hottest year on record since 1880. Kind of scary, no?

Small space? No problem. Lonny Magazine share’s there top 20 favorite small bedrooms to-date.

“You are your biggest problem & your biggest solution.” Love the idea of creating a stop/start list for 2015.

This is the cutest thing I’ve seen all day.

A woodsy candle for a cold winter night.

A cute and new quirky print I’d like to add to my gallery wall. And one for Pari….duh. More prints here.

Would you try a avocado, yogurt and honey mask?

Anya Hindmarch’s Guide To London.

Splurge or save? I chose the latter..duh.

What are your travel plans for 2015?

Next year I will throw a New Years Eve party just like this.

So excited for my cousin-in-law!

In case you missed it on lauren-nelson.com:

14 Jan 2015

Coffee Talk With Sue De Chiara of The Zhush
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Today I’m excited to share my latest Coffee Talk feature with Sue from the Zhush! I have been following Sue long before I even started a blog. You can find so much great design inspiration over on her site + she has her own online boutique with numerous stylish products! Insert this coffee mug, these leopard picture frames, and this monogrammed pillow. Love!

Sue and her family recently moved into a new house in Connecticut. From bold wallpaper to brass hardware, I love all of the stylish details Sue incorporated into her home. My favorite rooms have to be the Kitchen for how airy and bright it is as well as her blue and white oh-so-preppy bathroom. Let’s get right down to it – shall we?

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1. What inspired you this time around when designing your new home? 

I was inspired a lot by the beautiful New England surroundings, what I think of as pretty, preppy, and traditional style.

2. What are some of your favorite home decor items that you brought with you? 

The three colorful silhouettes of my kids and my endless scented candle collection. The silhouettes are by Carter Kuster and you can order through Jonathan Adler. My favorite candles are by Diptyque, Jo Malone and Cire Trudon.

3. What were some of your must-haves? 

Beautiful ART! And I still want more…

4. Must-Have Coffee Table Books:

I adore the Hermes book, the Big Book of Chic, Beauty At Home by Arein Lauder & and Tory Burch: In Color.. Really too many to name!

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5. Did you encounter any new fabric obsessions? 

I’m currently curshing on Brunschwig and Fils Les Touches. Fortunately, it’s a wallpaper so lots of options!

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6.  As you know, I frequently visit CT! What are some of your favorite restaurants? 

We love Sole in New Canaan and in my former town of Northern West Chester, we love the Inn at Pound Ridge.

7. What is one of your favorite things you learned when working with Muse Interiors

I learned really how to mix it up. Specifically when it comes to metal finishes – mixing a brass faucet and handles with a stainless steel kitchen. It doesn’t all have to match to be beautiful!

8. What was one of the biggest challenges you faced when designing your new home? 

It was really hard to get all of our “old stuff” to fit right.. we’re still working on this in some of the rooms!

9. Did you have a color scheme you kept in mind? 

I mostly gravitate towards whites and neutrals. When I think of color, I like blue and white. That is my comfort zone!

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10. I absolutely love the bold wallpaper choices in the bathroom. Was it hard to come to a final decision for the small spaces?

The small spaces are actually my favorite to decorate. When I got stuck on a wallpaper choice, I went straight to Pinterest for more visual inspiration.

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Photos by Nicole Cohen

12 Jan 2015

Lilly Pulitzer for Target
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I’m sure you have probably heard by now but Lilly Pulitzer for Target is coming! Mark your calendars for April 19th (yes, that is a Sunday). I have to say this is probably going to be my favorite Target collab to-date. I think the Lilly brand is such a natural fit for Target. Their prints and color combinations are loved by women across the country.

So in honor of the upcoming collab, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite products you can currently shop on LillyPulitzer.com. I pursued their site before I went to Puerto Rico and came across so many things I wanted for vacation! Insert this ‘Casey’ floral shift dress, these gold elephant earrings, and this cute coral printed race back top. I’m also a big fan of Lilly’s handbags (obsessed) and mini pouches.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

April 19th the line launches

#lillyfortarget is the official hashtag

250. The number of pieces that will be in the line! They will have everything from home accessories to clothing to shoes, so get ready – this is going to be huge.

Surry Cashmere Wrap // Casey Shift Dress // iPhone 5/5S Cover With Charger // Oversized Scarf // Cabana Tote // Sea Treasure Cuff Bangle // Stone Drop Earrings // Pouch