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Pretty Purples

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As a kid, I would have died for anything purple. It was my absolute favorite. All I wanted when I started driving was a “shiny purple” Dodge Neon. By the time I got my license, I was cheating on purple with pink.

But lately, I’m turning back to my old trusted friend purple and taking note of it’s effect on modern home decor.

My personal favorite way to see purple is when its a plush bright purple that gives a pop to the room, as in the first image above. There are so many moods to purple, from dark to light and all that falls in between. It works just as well as an accent color as it does as the dominant color in a room. Maybe I’ll have to start cheating on my beloved pinks and turn back to purple….

What are your thoughts on purple in home decor?

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Light Pink & Gold

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Lately, I can’t get enough of a light pink and gold color combination. I’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned this above. My light pink obsession is stemming from the color of my bridesmaids’ dresses, and gold I just love. Together, they’re soft and magical. Not exactly modern, but still feminine and often glamourous.

A couple of weeks ago, we talked about painting some walls pale pink. Clearly, I can’t get this pink out of my mind! The only way I could have it in my life is if I were to move into a new home and had a small office area of my own. If that happens, the office would be pale pink with lots of gold and lucite accents – to give this color combo a modern angle. And probably some sort of fur like that nursery above.

What are your thoughts on light pink and gold? Too pale and feminine or just right?

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Creamy Goodness

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I know it sounds as if I’m describing food, but really, I’m describing this beautiful ivory bedding. It’s fresh, white, and inviting – similar to the creamy goodness of a tub of vanilla ice cream!

The lovely ivory white bedding you see above is made by Kylie, from smooth cotton percale. While I love the textures of the bedding, what I’m loving most is the monochromatic bedrooms that the bedding has been styled in. The modern bedding adds texture and accessorizes the bed, wallpaper, the nightstands – the entire room, really!

Normally I would go for white over ivory, but this doesn’t look like there’s too vast of a difference. However, the ivory bedding mixed with the ivory decor provides a softer look that is still clean, just not as crisp as a bedroom of all bright whites would be.

If you prefer darker colors up against the creamy ivory, Kylie also offers plenty of colorful options. What do you think about ivory bedding? How about a monochromatic bedroom?

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Brown & Gold Christmas Inspiration

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For the past two years, I’ve done a bright white fake tree with a variety of pinks, blues, and greens. Last year, my fiance dealt with it as it was our first Christmas living together. This year, he put his foot down and made me a get a real tree, which I’m glad he did. It’s the fattest tree I’ve ever seen. So fat – that I needed two 30 ft ribbons to wrap around from top to bottom!

Anyway, after we cut the tree down, we were standing in Walmart, gawking at ornaments, and made a quick decision to completely change our color scheme, rather than reusing the brightly colored ornaments from the past two years. Since he loves brown and I love gold, our decision was easy to make. Before I decorated the tree, I needed some inspiration – thus, the collage above. I miss my bright colors and their modern feel, but it was fun to switch things up this year. I’ll share how the tree came out later this week!

What color scheme did you decorate with this year?

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Navy Blues

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I don’t know about you, but I’m always in the mood for a nice, deep navy blue – no matter what shape or form it’s in. So yes, I’ll take one of each of these. Except for the dishes – I’ll take eight of those!

How do you take your navy blues?

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Colors and their meanings

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If you’re doing any amount of decorating or remodeling, you probably have heard colors referred to as active, neutral and passive but what does this mean? Sure, someone can tell you that your space needs more active colors but if you’re like most people, this is probably pretty confusing.

Active Colors

As the name suggests, active colors are bold and have the ability to wake up and stimulate emotions. Red, orange and yellow are all considered active colors. Red is passionate, affects the nervous system and can be too intense when overused. Orange is also a fun color but is suggested that when used too much, it stimulates appetite, an important note to keep in mind. Then there’s yellow, a color that simply promotes happiness.

Passive Colors

Colors such as blue, violet and green are considered passive as they calm the nervous system. Green is a dominating color in nature and the right shade will enlarge your room while violet calms and increases creativity. Blue is one of those colors that you have to be careful with. Used properly, it will promote a tranquil environment, but when overused, it can come off quite cold.

Neutral Colors

Nearly everyone is familiar with neutral colors. No, they do not have to be boring! Earth tones are considered neutral and can include anything from creamy light shades to black and rich chocolate. Black is nice to add in with neutral shades but can be depressing when if it is permitted to become the primary color. Neutral colors are ideal to work with as a base because they pair well with both passive and active colors.

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Deep Navy Blue

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Don’t you just love a good navy blue? The navy blue that is really navy – not almost black and not that peacocky blue. Ooh, I sure do!

I especially love navy blue walls accompanied by bright white crown molding. Or how about that monochromatic navy wall and lacquered fireplace? Yes, please!

What do you think about navy blue as a wall color?

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Purple, Peacock Blue & Fuchsia

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Going off of yesterday’s post, I created a post using one of the color schemes: purple, peacock blue and fuchsia.

It’s definitely a bold scheme, and I wouldn’t necessarily decorate a room with these exact items, but I like it as a way to get a feel for how the colors flow together. I’m especially loving that chevron rug – it would look great under that fuchsia chair!

What do you think of this of color scheme?

(I created the moodboard over at Olioboard, so you can check it out there with links to each item. )

Color Palettes: Bold Agate Rug

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Something about different color palettes can be so inspiring. Maybe it’s all of the different possibilities, or perhaps it’s the search for finding pieces in those colors once you choose a palette. The Agate rug shown above was featured on Design Milk in 2010, but I came across it recently on Pinterest. (Where else?!)

With all of the different colors, I thought it’d be a fun place to start with a color palette. So I pulled a few colors from there, and then narrowed them down:

Personally, I’d try to keep all of the colors together if I could! I think they would be striking in a bedroom.

Which is your favorite?

Color Combo: Grey + Red

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I’m not always a huge fan of red in interior design, but it seems to be growing on me. Grey, however, is one of my favorites, so that might have something to do with my fondness for today’s color combo of grey and red.

Grey and red together form a modern color scheme, and have an even greater effect when some crisp white is thrown in there. (Especially in the last image – it’s my fave!)

What do you think of a grey and red color combination?

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Colorful Curtains

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Loving the idea of bright, flowing, colorful curtains to brighten up a room no matter what time of day, or what time of year.

While initially a bold and bright solid colored curtain appealed to me the most, the combination of a solid with pattern seems a little bit more casual yet still gives that oomph I’m looking for.

Plus, mixing three different curtains is the perfect solution for indecisive individuals like myself that can’t narrow anything down to just one!

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Gorgeous Greys

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Grey (or gray, if you prefer) is so popular right now – from home decor to fashion. It’s versatile and neutral, yet different and more fun than black. Greys pair perfectly with brights – like yellows, turquoises and pinks – and work just as well on their own.Plus, there are so many varieties – from light gray to dark charcoal, and all that’s in between – there’s a lot you can do with grey!

Have you gotten caught up in gorgeous greys?

Here’s a few ways that you can: Boots / Computer Chair / Watch/  Bowl / Throw / Sofa

Add depth by sponge painting

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When done properly and with colors that combine well, sponge painting can make a rich, dynamic impact on a room. Suddenly a wall goes from flat to being deep and mysterious. Grant it, there are times you will see a wall sponged and it looks all wrong. There are also instances when it can be too much like if more than two walls are done in a small room.

Really, one wall of a harmonic blend of colors is all you really need to liven up a room, especially with contemporary decor. If you have minimalistic flow through your home, three colors should be all that you need to use. These will color and blend without becoming too busy.

Think it’s a hard process?

Sponge painting is super easy! All you need to do is pick three colors that blend well together and get yourself a can of glaze and a few different sea sponges. Begin with the darkest color first. Pour some in a paint dish and add glaze so the ratio is about 60:40, being paint to glaze. Dip your sponge in water so it’s damp and then the paint mixture. Sponge the entire wall without leaving any large gaps and allow it to dry completely before moving onto the next color. Repeat this process until you have used all of your colors. Always make sure the lightest shade ends up on top.

Sponge painting is a great way to add a focal point to a room and really accent a great piece of art or water fountain. Just remember, less is more. Even if you want to do two walls, start with one, give it a week and see if you still feel the same way. This is also a great way to make an extra-large room appear a little more cozy!

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Color Me Music

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“Colorme” is a hypothetical brand created by Ivan Jaddou, which is inspired by the sensory phenomenon of synesthesia and the ambiguity of international color symbolism. The project explores in unconventional methods of prolonging the experience of music, reaching beyond the realms of sound and into colors, emotions, and activities.

The Colorme package includes Teardrop Headphones, Colorme iPhone Mobile Application and Balloon Lamp

Teardrop Headphones: Touch-screen, color customizing headphones that transform the product into a daily fashion and lifestyle item.

Colorme iPhone Mobile Application: A whole new way to explore and generate music based on the user’s color, emotion, and activity inputs.

Balloon Lamp: Illuminates colors tagged to the songs being played on your application. This sculptural piece sets a mood in any room using light and color.

Designer: Ivan Jaddou

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Lose the White and go Neutral

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There’s a common misconception that neutral has to be boring but it certainly does not! If you’ve been contemplating losing those white walls for a more neutral shade, you should! Just a hint of color brought in by a neutral shade will totally revamp your room and give it warmth.

  • Cream – If you’re not ready for too much color, cream is the perfect solution. It works well with virtually any decor and it will make the space appear larger, which makes it a perfect color for a small room. You don’t have to worry about buying new furniture or changing your theme either because the color is so versatile.
  • Pale Green – This is a soft, cool shade that is quickly becoming popular because of the calming environment it creates. Moss or sage shades are preferred because they contain less yellow.
  • Bluish-gray – If your home has warmer tones, this shade is probably not a good idea however, if your decor is made up of white, neutral or black, this is a perfect color to compliment what’s already in the space.
  • Smoky Lavender – Not only can a light grayish-lavender shade compliment a neutral room, it’s kind of sexy and mysterious too. This is the color to watch for this year!
  • Grant Beige – While beige always gets the bland word associated with it, this is a color that can look spectacular in a modern room. Alternatively, if you keep your palette very clean with creams, white and a pinch of black, Grant beige can appear very architectural.

If you’re looking for a quick, easy and inexpensive way to give a room a facelift, consider adding a bit of neutral paint to your walls. If you’re someone who has had white walls for a long time, it can be scary to make a commitment to a new color but paint is never permanent so if you find that you’re not in love with it, you can always change it back!

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Brighten your home for spring

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If you are like many others, when spring is in the air, the decor you have loved so much, starts to look a little dull. Of course, this doesn’t mean that you have to break the bank to redecorate your home. There are a few easy changes you can make and things you can add to brighten your space for the season.

  • Easy Accents – Adding just a few bright accents can quickly lift the spirits of a dark room. A new vase, decorative pillows, lamp and even a different rug can dramatically change the aesthetics without spending a lot of money. In the fall you can box it all up for next spring.
  • Spring Cleaning – Some white vinegar and water will go a long way in making your windows crystal clear to welcome in the sun. Spring cleaning always makes your home appear brighter!
  • Fresh Flowers – Nearly ever supermarket sells bouquets of fresh flowers for a few dollars. Stop once a week on your way home and get yourself a spring bouquet.
  • Paint – Have you been considering a new color of paint in your home? Now is the time to do it! You can always change it later. Paint is the easiest way to give your room a makeover.
  • Clear the Doorway – Do you have an accumulation of boots, coats, hats and mittens at your door? Clear it all away and replace it with a few bright umbrellas!

Spring is the time to play with color. By making just a few decorative changes, you can have fun for a few seasons without the long-term commitment!

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5 Tips for Decorating with White

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Have you ever noticed how you can watch a movie and see a very modern home decorated primarily with white and a splash of color and it looks so chic yet when you try to copy the look in your home it makes it feel very cold and vacant? White is a tricky color to work with but with a few helpful tips, you can bring life into your space.

  1. Focal Point – You must have some WOW factor in the room that provides color. This could be a vibrant canvas, a sculpture or even a large, brightly-colored rug.
  2. Eggshell and Cream – Don’t be afraid to add a hint of eggshell or cream in the room somewhere, just to create a little depth.
  3. Flooring – White-washed wood, cork or a honed travertine are ideal. If you must have carpet, choose a wheat, moccasin or tan shade.
  4. Metal – Chrome, copper, nickle and stainless steel will all add elegance to white and should be used in decorative accents.
  5. Furniture – Keep furnishings clean with strong geometric lines. A stuffed white couch may look spectacular in a room with color but it’s just too overwhelming for a white room.

White can be a fabulous color to decorate with when used correctly. Always be sure to balance your space and any color you use other than white should ideally show up a few times, spread throughout the room but not all in one area. Bringing everything together is important in a white room because there aren’t other colors to cause a distraction if you get it wrong.

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Is Your Room Color Affecting Your Mood?

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Do you know that a Missouri jail once painted blue teddy bears all over their pink cell walls to create a soothing environment and a large number of drunk tanks in jails across the country are pink to help calm intoxicated prisoners. If you find you are always in an unpleasant mood when you come home and you don’t know why, your color palette may be to blame.

Warm Colors

Your mind naturally finds many colors more warm and inviting than others:

  • Blue – Tranquility, reliability and harmony are represented by this color of the sky and ocean and can calm and promote creativity. Blue has even been found to lower heart rate.
  • Green – If you want to invite feelings of freshness and rejuvenation, green is a color that symbolizes good health.
  • Yellow – One of the most peaceful colors is yellow. It promotes enthusiasm, optimism and happiness. The softer the better!

Exciting Colors

Want to add vibrancy to your space, there are colors that naturally invoke excitement:

  • Orange – This is a color that expresses friendliness and energy but choose your shade wisely or your home could just look like a pumpkin patch.
  • Red – Here is a color that demands attention and it is proven that red can increase memory retention.
  • Purple – Once reserved for only royalty, purple is an exotic and passionate color that promotes an elevated quality of life and wisdom. Purple can be brash so watch your hue!

If you feel as though you lack energy and excitement in your home or even have signs of depression, anxiety or stress, a paintbrush may be all you need to change your mood for good!

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