If you’re a spring bride who had a shower in April – you’re probably anticipating the big day within the next couple of weeks during the beautiful month of May! Flowers are an essential part of the big event – and you more than likely have your floral arrangements picked, and ready to go for the big day. While I know that tons of preparation goes into wedding planning, I wanted to offer a few last minute ideas to help spruce up your spring bouquet! These ideas will really add something special to your already special day. Check out six different ways to put a twist on your May flowers!

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrow, Something Blue & Sixpence in her shoe

I love the idea of brooches mixed into floral bouquets. I think that sometimes the idea of incorporating this tradition into your attire is overwhelming. I think that it’s a great idea to compress this into one grand arrangement, using the concept of the brooch bouquet. What do you think? Check out the ideas below!

Old – ask one your of your relatives for a article of clothing that they wouldn’t mind donating a swatch of, this can be a wedding veil, or even a tie. Have it made into a wrap for the bouquet.

New – The flowers of course will be new, but let’s add something to it. What could be more new than the greatest symbol of your union? Your rings but of course, tie them to the bouquet for a unique twist!

Borrowed-brooches old, new, mix it up! your mother, aunts, and grandmothers might have some really interesting vintage pieces, and your bridal party could contribute one of their choice as well for a modern mix!

Blue – If your arrangement is blue, you’re one step ahead of the game! If not, you can include a small blue flower, brooch if it matches, or ribbon. If you want to go for something more discreet – pin a blue charm to the bouquet. For example, in Greek tradition we use the “mati” or evil eye charm for good luck. This is a great addition to a bouquet!

Now all you need is the sixpence and your shoe – or in your Brooch bouquet!

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Catchy huh? Well I have always loved Partitions, even before the song became a hit! Partitions, or folding screens have been used for centuries believe it or not. Originating in China, these were decorated with all different types of art and utilized as a way to prevent one from getting ill from the cool drafts that came through the home. Over the years, the popular folding screens made their way around the world, are used for multiple purposes including serving as dressing screens, room dividers and interior decor in all rooms of the home. Nowadays, they have several names – but have definitely not lost their appeal or beauty. Check out (a few more than)
six different lovely partitions!

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Today we tip our hats to the Queen Elizabeth II in honor of her 89th birthday. She is iconic not only because she is one of the longest reigning monarchs in British History, but she has also long contributed to the word of style and design through her wardrobe. Here are some fun facts about Her Royal Highness’s style:

1. She always wears pearls- rarely ever wears diamonds, unless required by tradition (i.e., tiaras, necklaces, etc).

2. Don’t let the original coronation photograph from 1953 fool you! HRH is anything but black and white, as you could see by her “style rainbow” spanning throughout the course several decades (below). She loves color!

3. Headgear is a must! These include but are not limited to; hats (over 5,000 and counting), scarves, floral turbans, and yes, of course – the occasional tiara.

4. She serves as a style icon for English fashion model, singer and actress Agyness Deyn.

5.  She is also the muse responsible for Dolce & Gabbana’s 2008 line which featured argyles, knits, plaid tweeds and kilts.

6. The Queen has been known to reuse and recycle fabrics from her mother, as well as her gowns used from years ago to create new pieces for her wardrobe. She even saved ration cards to purchase the fabric needed to make her wedding gown!

There you have it, smart, savvy and stylish for 89 years! All Hail The Queen!

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Today we tip our hats to the Queen Elizabeth II in honor of her 89th birthday. She is iconic not only because she is one of the longest reigning monarchs in British History, but she has also long contributed to the word of style and design through her wardrobe. Here are some fun facts about Her Royal Highness’s style:

1. She always wears pearls- rarely ever wears diamonds, unless required by tradition (i.e., tiaras, necklaces, etc).

2. Don’t let the original coronation photograph from 1953 fool you! HRH is anything but black and white, as you could see by her “style rainbow” spanning throughout the course several decades (below). She loves color!

3. Headgear is a must! These include but are not limited to; hats (over 5,000 and counting), scarves, floral turbans, and yes, of course – the occasional tiara.

4. She serves as a style icon for English fashion model, singer and actress Agyness Deyn.

5.  She is also the muse responsible for Dolce & Gabbana’s 2008 line which featured argyles, knits, plaid tweeds and kilts.

6. The Queen has been known to reuse and recycle fabrics from her mother, as well as her gowns used from years ago to create new pieces for her wardrobe. She even saved ration cards to purchase the fabric needed to make her wedding gown!

There you have it, smart, savvy and stylish for 89 years! All Hail The Queen!

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Did you know that color can indicate a lot about personality, emotion, and thought processes? There is psychology behind almost everything, color is no exception. Take a look around your home, see what colors and shades you use most frequently and take note. Then consult to the list below and see if the descriptions match up to you and how you interpret things around you, and react to them. You might also want to use this chart as a guide to redecorate your home or office space to give off a different effect!  Decode your color conscious now:

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A friend of mine recently suggested that she may want to paint her bedroom black. I, for one, am never opposed to black. I think it is sophisticated, smart and sleek. It does not matter if we’re talking about clothing, cars, or walls. The thing is that when you have an abundance of black, or any dark color, it may be overwhelming. Thus, you need to lighten it up with accessories and bright accent pieces. Most people automatically pair black with white, which is elegant. However, bright colors are always a great idea when it comes to complementing black and white.  So we took to the Pinterest boards to see what some people did to achieve the right look with black walls. We found quite a few interesting ideas. Some even had black kitchens – that’s different! Although I was a tiny bit apprehensive about black walls before, I would definitely try it at least once!

I like to think of myself as a connoisseur of all things aesthetic. In saying that, I have a admiration and appreciation of the arts. I have always loved works by van Gogh, Matisse, and even Warhol. I feel that you could find beauty in most works of art, it’s all about interpretation. True, some use more colorful palettes than others, but that does not take away any of the marvel captured in any and every piece. I have always wanted to decorate a room inspired by one of my favorite pieces, and in one of my recent pinterest binges, I found the perfect companion to assist in this pursuit. Check out Vhue.com, which allows you to “add insight to design” by selecting from a category i.e., arts, culture, decor, wedding, etc and in turn produces a color palette, color or industry trend or mood board based on your selection. I chose Starry Night.

So based on the palette above, I utilized Room Sketcher to create a Starry Night themed Living Room. Check it out below! Most pieces available on Inmod!

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You know what time it is! Although it may not seem like spring is here for some of us, we can definitely make it feel like it is! We all know that this time of year brings in a feeling of freshness, new beginnings and warmth. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and we finally could see grass again! Although we are happy to greet spring, most people don’t look forward to spring cleaning as much as they do the other things that are associated with the season. I have discovered that it really doesn’t have to be a chore, as a matter of fact, it could be fun! Also, I found these to be really pocket friendly – which is an area we don’t like to clean out, ever. Yet another reason to love pinterest! Here are six different ways to bring in spring!

REORGANIZE! It is on the top of everyone’s lists for spring cleaning. Be it clothes, paperwork, books or toys – everything has a place, or at least it should.  A great way to organize is utilizing storage cubes. They’re inexpensive, and come in some really fun colors. You could mix and match to your preference. They definitely add some order and style to your space!  I like to use the pink and white cubes for the spring, and switch out the pink with the different colored cubes depending on the season! The cubes pictured are stackable, and be can used to create various designs and color patters to complement almost any décor. Essential for spring!!

RECYCLE! There are so many different ways to add spring to your space. I like this one in particular, because nothing says spring like a colorful arrangement of fresh flowers. I like to keep them by my entry way, so when guests arrive they’re greeted by a plethora of colors and pleasant scents! Believe it or not- this lovely lavender planter is actually a plastic juice bottle. This was another great Pinterest find. All that was needed for this project was a plastic juice bottle, glue, paint, glitter, foam brush, paint brush, and X-Acto knife. This is great for arts and crafts classes, as it is not only budget friendly, but beautiful and eco-friendly!

RESTORE! It may be your first thoughts to toss out that old dresser that you inherited from mom, grandma, your uncle’s mailman, etc. Rethink that for a second, and take a look at the awesome restoration done to this mid century piece. All that was needed for this masterpiece to come to life was a little time and ingenuity, and a couple of bucks. This particular project called for sanding, two coats of primer, two coats of high gloss enamel paint, and Modern Century Legs and a handle. The pop of turquoise color just brings so much life to it and screams “spring!” – Especially when paired with the next item! This project cost under $50.00, and will definitely last longer than one spring! Here you have a statement piece that will be around for years to come. Now that’s an investment worth making.

REFRESH! Nothing captures the heart of the season like a beautiful bouquet of flowers. As I mentioned before, I like to keep fresh flowers around the house. (These would look great on that newly restored modern piece!) They bring so much life into a room, plus there are so many different color schemes and combinations to choose from! Pictured is one of my favorite DIY projects, a mason jar vase. The mason jar can be substituted with any type of jar, any style, any color. I like this combination in particular because of the way the crispness of the light turquoise complements the pink hues of the floral arrangements. Again, this is something that will cost you less than $10.00. It won’t cost you a thing if you have a garden at home, and some spare jars! I love my rose garden, it’s fun to maintain and always yields the most beautiful results. I highly recommend starting your garden if you haven’t already.

REDECORATE! After you have cleared your space, organized a bit, and hopefully restored a fun piece, it’s time to add some final touches to your spring home makeover! You do not have to spend a fortune to achieve a fresh new look for the season. This can be done for little to nothing. The hot pink chevron accent pillows pictured are only $13.00 a piece on Etsy. Alternatively, if you have a fun patterned article of clothing that needs to retire, and you’re handy with a needle and thread, you can design your own! Pinterest and Youtube offer tons of tutorials, you can’t go wrong! Aside from sprucing up your living room or bedroom with these, you can definitely expand into other rooms with different items to add some spring to your décor. Try getting some fun colored hand towels for the bathroom, or patterned plates for the kitchen!

RECLAIM! Modern design boasts brilliant reclaimed wood pieces – anything from coffee tables to beds. This has been a trend for some time now. If you don’t want to make the commitment to a large piece like a table or bed, have a spring fling with an old piece wood. You might have some lying around – which would be ideal. Alternatively, you could always go to your local arts and crafts store and achieve a similar look. In addition to the wood, purchase a stencil, some bright paint and choose an inspirational quote, lyric or word to write on the wood. When you’re done, you’ll have a fun, fresh, creative wall piece to bring light and inspiration into your space!

So now that you have accomplished so much, in such little time and for close to nothing – I think it’s time to celebrate! Stop and smell the roses…enjoy!

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