Minty Fresh Decorating

When it comes to paint, colors beyond neutrals can be hard to implement in a room for us decorating novices. While most of my accent wall painting has involved dark charcoals these days, I have been gravitating towards images of fresh and soothing mint. Whether soft or bold, I love the way the color brightens up a room. 

I found a lot of this inspiration on Pinterest. To follow my pins click here, and I would love to follow yours. 


xo
Erin 

The Brighter Side of Things

I looked in my closet last week and realized that almost everything in it was a shade of gray. Sweaters, tees, tops, hoodies, bags, shoes and scarfs. All gray. That can really start to depress a girl. I worship gray and find myself always gravitating towards it in every store. Since it is not black and not white, I guess I have been fooling myself into thinking gray is actually a color. Well, it's not. And it is time for something other than a neutral to throw on. I saw this fantastic orange dress in one of my favorite Chicago boutiques Sofia Vintage over the weekend. I contemplated the insane color for a second, then decided to just try it on. It was like a breath of fresh air. The simple shift shape, three-quarter length sleeve, and scoop neck are perfect. the simplicity of the design allows for the color to speak for itself. I took it up one more notch with this Alice & Olivia belt, but paired it with a simple gold bracelet and nude heels to tame it down just a bit. The dress is by Myne and I could not find it online. I did find a few other bright pieces that I think could shed some light on your wardrobe, though.

Long Blue Shirt Dress by Anthropologie, Skinny Leg Trouser from Zara,  Yellow Clutch by Balenciaga,  Red Pleated Short Skirt from Top Shop, Two Tone Reversible Belt by Jil Sander, Cobalt Drape Front Dress by Diane von Furstenberg

xo

Erin 

A Touch of Color

A very chic friend of mine is updating her house with touches that bring a fun, but sophisticated, touch to a traditional house. The house has hutches built into the walls, which so many would love to have. Antique glass doors open to roomy cabinets holding glassware and serving pieces. When I visited after the painter had visited I just loved the new soft gray on the walls and this fantastic deep turquoise that lined the backs of the cabinets, the island walls, and the exposed shelves under the sink.  By choosing just a few areas to add a punch of color, the whole room was given a new life.

What color would you pick for a quick update to your kitchen and where would you place it? Would love to hear your ideas in the comments section below.

A few more ways to accent a room:
A white room gets some pizazz from a bright blue wall
Paint the door! This soft pink is so precious in this room
Love this coral inspired wall paper on one wall or as a backing for shelves
A gorgeous burnt orange area rug  or One in bright blue
Throw a new case on your tired old pillows like this yellow chevron from Milk And Cookies

xo
Erin