Color Palette Inspiration

I recently came across Clare Nicolson while clicking around Instagram, and my heart might have skipped a beat. I'm totally drawn to color and a good color palette makes me happy, really happy. Along with her beautiful photography to capture her creativity, I was blown away with her eye for color. Guys, she gets it.  Go on and treat yourself by exploring her work. You'll find some really sweet DIYs as well. If "Instafan" is not a thing, it needs to be because I'm totally an #instafan! 

Colorful Vintage Accessories - Bright Colors Put a Smile

ABC Home is known to not be afraid of color - and really who should be! Why not incorporate a splash of color in your space and hey, why not in your outfit as well?  It will jazz it up and make for a brighter day! 

Magpie Goods |  vintage mugs $48, vintage pendant light $310, vintage necklace $34 

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Popping up: EMERALD

The 2013 color of the year has been chosen - well as far as the Pantone 2013 color of the year goes. Pantone, a go-to color guide for designers, has chosen the magical color for the new year to be Emerald. This past year I think we can all say that we were a little overwhelmed with a the lighter hue of green... you all know what I'm talking about, mint green. Although mint green is lovely, it's nice to change things up a bit with a bolder hue. 

vintage kilim pillow // bag // ring // vintage trinket dish

Emerald is a vibrant color that looks good on everybody and is easy to implement in your interior decor. My mom always says that blue and green are two colors that go with everything because it's the color of the sky and the grass, and I believe this to be true in interiors and fashion. She is one smart lady, don't ya think?!

Be on the lookout - emerald is going to be popping up everywhere! 

Creative Crush: ALYSON FOX

I love living in a city filled with small business owners and creatives that encourage, inspire, and motivate one another - Austin and it's creatives are nothing short of amazing. I'm so grateful to be part of a creative group known as The Ruby - started by Chelsea of Go Forth, Ana of Grown-up Shoes, and Candice of Oh! FOX Vintage.

Last week you might have noticed, The Ruby put together a special evening event featuring Alyson Fox that was held at Kick Pleat.  Alyson is a multi-talented artist that is on my creative crush list and I'm sure yours as well.

That evening, we all gathered in the trendy Kick Pleat boutique (check out that fabulous chair and rug), chatted with local creatives, made a fun take-away piece of jewelry with geometric beads, and listened intently at Alyson's story.  Alyson blew me away with her warm nature, and honesty.  Her work and spirit are reflective of one another - she was such an inspiration.

She has most recently collaborated with West Elm and has a unique line of products out for this Fall. If you haven't checked it out - you definitely should. This pillow is my favorite.

You can also find her artwork on her site - the shapes, the colors... fantastic!

Have a lovely weekend friends! xo, e

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TINTS of a TUESDAY// 1

These fluffy feathered flamingos were the inspiration behind this Tuesday's tints.  A soft and unexpected color palette and beautiful photography.  Happy Tuesday - Have a good one! xo, e

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POPPING UP: COBALT BLUE

Say, hello to a color that you will become quite familiar with in the upcoming months, cobalt blue. This bold hue is popping up everywhere from fashion to interiors - and no one can seem to get enough.

I've recently been noticing cobalt paired with a deep wine red, which makes for a nice contrast. I fancy this color - you?!

pigment//tunic//bedding//hook//exterior//wrapbracelet

I LIKE YOU TOGETHER: COLOR

Color is so intriguing, especially in unexpected color combos.  It's like a breath of fresh air.

I was drawn to the image of this outfit on Pinterest - simply because of the colors.  So beautiful - lively - and unexpected, and I realized the same color combos have been seen in the shop. No wonder they caught my eye!

I really feel like this gal would really dig the wise old owl bookends and colorful reads as well as this felt flag. She seems like the trendy type - ya know, the owls on her bookshelf with all of her travel, art, + fashion books mixed with some classics...a few felt flags pinned up randomly in her loft. Yea, her style is spot on. She's probably an editor - a fashion editor, that is constantly inspired by her surroundings and never leaves her loft without her lips glossed in the perfect shade of rouge. I like her story.