Gallery Wall: Seaside Cottage

For this style, the idea of all white frames really called out to me. They can be a variety of profiles, with and without mats, to add textural interest. The theme speaks volumes in these prints and really pulls in nature, to mimic the view from the windows. My color palette includes a lot of pink and blue, but the theme would also work well with orange, green, and gray in muted hues.

sofa from Perigold | birds | peony | sunset | boat | waves |

About this series:

Gallery wall can be a scary combination of words. There's stress around selecting the right pieces: coordinating the themes, colors, sizes. There's stress around framing: all the same frame or a variety and to mat or not to mat. And of course, the worst part, putting those nails in the wall to actually hang. If your layout isn't pre-planned you could end up with holes you didn't want. Have I thoroughly stressed you out? 

Finding great art online is a fun hobby for me; I could browse instagram accounts and shops for hours looking at all styles, mediums, and collections. While some designers have very specific taste in art, I think every piece of art could be used somewhere, it just needs the right setting. What I love about gallery walls is how it gives the home owner a chance to show their personality and style. This series, which I'll share throughout the year, will hone in on a decor style and find images that would look great in a room together. My hope is to inspire you to seek new sources and curate a style that uniquely reflects your personality. Have a style you want me to focus on next? Be sure to drop it in the comments below. Also, check out my insta-stories where I'll occasionally use a poll to curate my next post.

Lunar Love

Celestial and lunar styles and patterns are the hottest trend right now, and you can find it across all mediums. Today I've rounded up a few of my favorite styles to get you in that out-of-this-world vibe. The dreamy pattern on this phone case, the moon phases print, and the stunning globe light will have you seeing stars and connecting to your moon sign. How do you feel about all this lunar love? Are the planets aligning perfectly in your world? Be sure to check out the links below!

watch | shirt | phone case | wall hanging | printable | lamp | tote | throw

Spring Daily Style

While preparing for an upcoming trip to warmer weather, I started the way I always start a trip: with a packing list a mile long. I have these grandiose ideas of these super stylish outfits but over several trips to the beach I've learned these plans don't transition to reality well. After a day in the sun, whether at the beach, the pool, or off on an exploration adventure, I like to wind down with a shower and dress comfortably for a dinner out. This outfit is definitely too "cooler climate" for a beach vacation, but this is definitely my idea of the perfect travel outfit, whether flying or roadtripping. The layering allows for temperature flux, the shoes are perfect for easy on/off, and of course the leggings are a no-brainer choice. I also love the stack of bracelets because they give a little personality but are pretty low maintenance. If an arm party isn't your thing, even one of these beauties would add a little *ahem necessary sparkle.

A traveling adventure isn't the only occasion for a look like this though; I think this is the perfect casual ensemble for a daily spring aesthetic! I must admit, I just ready for sandals, but we have awhile before I can bare my tootsies. Do you have a spring uniform? What is your must have for the pending warmer temperatures?!


Cardi | top | Leggings | Scarf | bracelets | shoes

Spring Beauty Newbies

Some new things in the makeup aisle I wouldn't mind giving a try. In spring and summer I have a tendency to switch over to waterproof makeup where I can because I have oily skin and it seems to make a difference. I also swim a lot, so when it comes to things like brows and lashes, I usually try to keep them intact. It's not uncommon for me to take a dip in the pool after work before going out for dinner or running evening errands. Anyway, several of these newbies are waterproof, so I'd like to give them a go for the upcoming season.

it Cosmetics makes my favorite CC+ cream which I wear on a daily basis in place of foundation. While I'm completely happy with my current concealer, this one is waterproof and since I love the brand already, I figure it's a decent product.

Urban Decay is another favorite brand and I've never tired their brow products. Again, this is waterproof and they seem to have a wide color selection. I also like the dual end, to tailor look I'm going for.

This Marc Jacobs eye palette isn't waterproof, but the colors are so stunning it may or may not have me drooling a bit. I've never tried Marc Jacobs cosmetics so I can't speak to the quality for the price. If you have, please let me know your thoughts - I want to do more research before I make a decision on this beauty.

Bronze liners are. my. jam. in the summer. They seem to make my skin a little glowier and I feel like my tan looks deeper. I know. It's ridiculous and probably all fabricated in my mind, but I just really enjoy a bronze liner on my lower lash line in the summer. And, again, this L'oreal Infallible is waterproof, so it feels like a product I would love.

Pretty Vulgar is a brand I know nothing about, but constantly having issues with mascara (smudging, flaking, staying on in general) causes quite the turnover. I have this one on my list because it has super pretty packaging. #iknow #shrug

I'm always up for a good mask and Origins is a brand I've used in the past. Their clean stamp makes me feel good about incorporating it into my skincare routine and I love the idea of this super hydrating one. It comes in a travel size which seems like a great way to try out a new product without committing fully.

concealer | brow pencil | eye palette | liner | mascara | mask

Let's Shop

In a world obsessed with Amazon, I find it can often be difficult to sort through the good and bad items simply because there are so many options. Because of that, and because I love to help people and shop, I thought it might be nice to occasionally highlight items I've recently purchased on Amazon. If you're looking for something specific, let me know and I'll see if I can make a recommendation! For now, here are the items I've recently purchased or am planning to purchase in the near future.

Phone case: I don't have this exact design, but I've purchased from this company before and loved the quality. I'll be picking up a new one soon because I have a new phone and my Popsocket broke, so it's time for a phone makeover!

String lights: These I bought for a DIY marquee light and was super impressed with the quality for the price, which can sometimes be outrageous for string lights. One warning though, these are glass bulbs and I promptly shattered one on my ceramic tile after opening, so be super careful.

Cutting tool: If you know me, you know paper crafting is my jam. I love this tool for it's easy grip and teeny tiny blade.

Sweater: This is currently in my cart waiting for check out. One of my fav fashion gals on Insta raved about it so I immediately saved it for a future purchase.

Humidifier: There's nothing pretty about this mac daddy humidifier, but I've had it for about 6 weeks and it's super easy to fill, has an auto-off, and allows you to set the humidity to your desired level. Our typically dry house is much more comfortable.

Leggings: If you follow my Insta Stories, I asked my friends about these and was surprised at the response level. Many people have these or are wanting to try them. Some consider them a LuluLemon dupe, although a few that have both have said they are close. If Lulu is a 10, these are an 8. Which, for the price, is a great deal. If you don't want to order them, I've heard they are also at TJ Maxx!

Springham Gingham

A few years back I bought a darling pair of pointy-toe, gingham flats with a cute little bow  and I wear them like crazy in the spring and summer. There's something about that picnic-y print that, no matter what color it is, it gives off the warm weather vibes so hard. After becoming obsessed with the pattern I picked up two different gingham tops and my co-workers probably thought I'd lost my mind with often I was wearing the preppy pattern. And according to ManRepellar, Kule is bringing preppy back in a big way. Now, personally, I don't see enough gingham in their shop, so let's hope they see this post and reevaluate their pattern selections. Nevertheless, friends, I'm here for it!

pink blouse | cropped wrap top | a-line dress | red blouse | skirt | headband | sheath dress

Gallery Wall: Eclectic

An eclectic style is the easiest when it comes to curating your gallery wall. There's really not much you could mess up on. Your colors, frames, content, and layout can all vary. The only way you can go wrong with this style is if the rest of your home leans dramatically to another style. Eclectic gallery walls work best in eclectic style homes. But that doesn't mean your gallery wall can't be a little bit curated like this one. If you want to incorporate variety, chose one thing to keep consistent, like image colors or theme.

sofa by Perigold | owl | moonrise | rain | donut | vogue | cacuts |

About this series:

Gallery wall can be a scary combination of words. There's stress around selecting the right pieces: coordinating the themes, colors, sizes. There's stress around framing: all the same frame or a variety and to mat or not to mat. And of course, the worst part, putting those nails in the wall to actually hang. If your layout isn't pre-planned you could end up with holes you didn't want. Have I thoroughly stressed you out? 

Finding great art online is a fun hobby for me; I could browse instagram accounts and shops for hours looking at all styles, mediums, and collections. While some designers have very specific taste in art, I think every piece of art could be used somewhere, it just needs the right setting. What I love about gallery walls is how it gives the home owner a chance to show their personality and style. This series, which I'll share throughout the year, will hone in on a decor style and find images that would look great in a room together. My hope is to inspire you to seek new sources and curate a style that uniquely reflects your personality. Have a style you want me to focus on next? Be sure to drop it in the comments below. Also, check out my insta-stories where I'll occasionally use a poll to curate my next post.

I'm Back! And Life Lately

HEY-YO!!!! My hibernation is complete and I feel refreshed and rejuvenated. As you can see the blog also received it's deserved refresh, with a new header and button design. Let's talk about those little changes, shall we?

New logo | It's been several years since Kerrie created my former logo and I absolutely loved it, which is why it graced my page for so long. I felt like it was time to update it a bit with a style shift. It challenges my typical design process to think about a new way to put together images and boards, which has surprisingly inspired me. You'll still see the often quirky things and content will mostly remain the same, it will just have a a new look.

New tabs | While I've been working hard on my #52weekchallenge, the concept of purging and simplifying has been top priority. I removed tabs I found to be unnecessary and you now just have a convenient few to choose from depending on what you're looking for.

New way to search | This one I'm super excited about. I've condensed my tabs and sorted through years of posts and condensed my content to these main topics. Now, if you want to see my posts about fashion, you can click the link and it filter all the posts for you.

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In other news, our 8-week basketball league wraps up tomorrow with a few weather make-up games and our big award celebration. It's been a hectic season but super rewarding and I'm going to really miss seeing some of the kids (ahem, notice I said "some"). We have a weekend getaway planned to help us transition out of this busy season and a long vacation coming so soon I can almost feel the sand between my toes now. 

While KJB (that's the huz if you're new here) has recently become obsessed with reruns of In The Heat Of The Night, I started over on Friends for the third time. (However, in case you care, I'm really ready to get back into Big Bang Theory so a friend is loaning me his DVD's since it's not on the CBS app.)  I've also read quite a few books that I'll update you on soon. Be sure to follow me on Goodreads if you want to see what I'm reading.

If you're not already following my on Insta, make sure you go and give me a follow. I know this is a shameless plug, but there's good stuff over there, like the strangely large collection of toothbrushes in my linen closet, the #AntInvasion, and other topics equally as entertaining. Actually, today I may even share my exciting meeting with my insurance agent! Ok, maybe I'll spare you from that thrilling adventure.