paint by pic {x}

seriously, what is there not to love about today's room? it has vaulted ceilings, a pretty drum light fixture, a tufted headboard, and a great, brass, sunburst mirror. and i haven't even mentioned the gorgeous color palette yet. this seafoamy/minty green is everywhere this spring and i completely adore how they have matched it here with neutral bedding and a patterned wallpaper in a splendid ivory and tan color. i'm literally sitting at my desk drooling over this room - okay maybe not literally, but pretty close. here's the best thing about this room: since everything else is neutral, once fall or winter rolls around and this mint color has worn out it's welcome, it's so easy to paint the one wall a new color. imagine changing one thing about a room and creating a completely different atmosphere. that's the power of paint y'all.

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paint by pic {ix}

gray and yellow are all the rage right now in wedding and home decor so when i found this pretty room i knew i had to make it this week's paint by pic. the yellow here is a mustard gold with two shades of gray, white trim and accent and a deep brown. it's contemporary yet unexpected. oh, and i love this shelf with frames.

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splendid conversation + some changes

you may have noticed i've spruced up; i decided it was time for an upgrade. i've been blogging for almost two years now and it's completely changed the way i look at life. in the most splendid of ways. after i passed on the new bloggy name to the amazing Mackenzie from Collected Electic, she sent be back a slew of pretties to choose from. seriously, this girl knows me like a book because i had zero edits to her work. she even glitterified her dining table to get that dash of glitter that i so hopelessly love. {thanks so much doll!}  

to celebrate the new name and new look i will be hosting a giveaway! yay!!! details will be shared on monday, so make sure to check back.

now, for today's splendid conversation: what i wish to be...

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joy

today i'm feeling mushy so i wanted to share my favorite photo from our engagement shoot last spring. and this jason mraz song has been on repeat on my ipod, literally. hope everyone has a wonderful day.

also, i'm making big changes to the blog today, including a new url! come back tomorrow for the transformation! xoxo

OOTD; casual work day

i picked up this polka dot print shirt from kohl's the other day and i decided to wear it today because it's so spring-y outside. my outfit just makes me happy so i wanted to share it. visit the polyvore set (link below) to see where you can pick up any of these items.

splendid spring

paint by pic {viii}

we're headed outdoors for today space. i'm so ready to lounge outside and feel the warm air. summer can't get here fast enough, and of course, never lasts long enough. brighten up your back patio or deck with some bold color like these.

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hunger games obsessed

in exactly nine days i'll be donning my Hunger Games inspired eye make up and getting ready for what will be an amazing film. i've been a Hunger Games fan for nearly two years now and i've been awaiting the film release since i was one chapter into the first book. last night was the premiere and i was pretty much glued to my iphone waiting for images to be released and little clips. anyways, i came across these gorgeous bracelets on etsy with the mockingjay pendant and i couldn't help but want to share them. aren't they just splendid?!

speaking of splendid... i have some exciting stuff happening hopefully this week including a new name, a new banner and other goodies. you will notice that my banner is missing. yeah, i'm pretty much tired of it. okayyyy i'm a bad liar. i actually took it down because i wanted to make sure my new banner fit properly, and forgot that the old banner was saved to a different computer. so i just left it down. i'll go bannerless for a few days.

back to the Hunger Games; here's a link to these fetching bracelets. i'm also loving these makeup tutorials by the wonderfully talented Leesha from xSparkage. and lastly, i MUST get my hands on some of these varnishes by China Glaze The Hunger Games collection. i am especially fond of fast track for an everyday color. there is a great review here.

on the look out

i've been searching and searching for the perfect LWD for the rehearsal dinner so i pulled together a polyvore board to try to focus my search. i think i'm mostly just looking for something classic and classy that is flattering. white dresses on top of a pretty, natural tan with flowing locks make me think of summer. and for my spring event i'd love to have this pair of mint heels and a gold bangle to complete the look.

splendid conversation

the first thing i thought of when i saw this headboard art...

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joy

there's just something about a happy groom on his wedding day...

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paint by pic {vii}

make a bold statement with a room like this. i love when people put themselves out there like this.

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splendid wishlist

i'm not gonna try to hide it. i have a strong desire to have "stuff". pretty things rock my world and i'm pretty much loving that the future hubby and i get to make a wishlist for all the little things we will get to share early in our marriage. everyone near us shops macy's so it was obvious to us to set up a gift registry through them. i enjoy white, glass, and interesting shapes so i think you will see a theme on my wishlist here. oh, and you really can't go wrong with a little kate spade.

elliptical bowls, decanter, glasses, cake plate.

i spy

while browsing on the decorista, i came across some pretty pretty all white rooms with chairs i'd die to have. aren't they all so fun?

  

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boots + seuss

 

this weekend my girls and i will don our boots and have a little dance party with jerrod neimann. i'm super excited for our girls night.

and also, it's dr. seuss's birthday! i'm a mega seuss fan so i'll probably drag KJB to see "the lorax" which is one of my favorites. but for today, a little "oh, the places you'll go"...

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splendid conversation

i have a secret i'm going to share. i love pretty words. so a little elephant shaped notebook in my purse that i write down words that make me curious in the hopes that i will incorporate them into my daily vocabulary. usually i don't but at least i'm trying. now i'm going to share the words from my elephant notebook with you splendid people. so this post is the first of a fun new series.

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another day

if you follow me on twitter (@thecourt_ney) you know that life has been a bit busy this week. it's proven by my lack of tweets. in all this busy-ness though, i've become pretty grateful that i'm blessed to be able to choose what i do day-to-day. i'm grateful that i have a support system that helps me through stressful times and i'm especially grateful for KJB who, without fail, makes me smile when i'm feeling overwhelmed. sometimes i just need to remember that life goes on. decisions will get made. and as long as i have that support system, i can peel myself up after i've been run over with the heavy work load and continue on my path.

extra day = extra post

just wanted to pop in real quick (things are suuuper busy at the office today) and tell you how i'll be celebrating the extra day we get this year! my former roomie Emily and i going to dinner with a friend i met in high school. i met Stephen my freshman year and we became fast friends (even "high school dated"!). Stephen now lives in indy, runs an awesome restaurant, and has a GORGEOUS singing voice. in fact, he is singing at the wedding! so tonight we dine and plan and enjoy each other's company! here's a really old photo of us in high school. i'm sure they will love that i'm posting this ;) this is our show choir days.

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paint by pic {vi}

i've always thought that modern houses are perfect for bold art. it creates an amazing focal point in a sea of calm. this dining room houses a graphic, geometric piece that you could replicate at home. i love the colors in this one and i've matched them up to swatches from sherwin williams for you below.

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designer: amy lau

gimme!

some things i'm currently pining over

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glam

the oscars are on sunday and i'm thinking about hosting a private viewing and making everyone get all dressed up. how would you choose to dress up? trendy formal or vintage glam? i'm a fan of vintage glam. and i'd have to use these pretties to decorate.

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