LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL...

I hope you are all having a beautiful weekend...

ON DISPLAY: CANDLE COLLECTIONS

My love for great smelling candles has left me with a collection that I simply adore. The only problem is that I have to hide them all away while I'm using just one or two so that things don't look cluttered and unkept...

But - I think these pretty trays that look clean and cozy are just the thing to keep some order and display the collection I so carefully curated.

[via] cupcakes and cashmere, rue mag, la dolce vita

ITS A ZOO OUT THERE...

A bathroom is the perfect place for a patterned and busy wallpaper. Generally a small space defined more or less by the sink and toilet, these bathrooms have come to life with the animals that adorn their walls...

These great dog silhouettes are my absolute favorite. I think it would be the perfect print for a mudroom too!

[via] elle decor, rue mag, pinterest

LAZY SUNDAY...

Sundays are my favorite day of the week. 

Especially gorgeous days like today. 

Enjoy the last few hours of your weekend...

BRIGHT AND AIRY WHITE

After this absolutely maddening heat this week, I have craved cleaner and fresher spaces. And white - it always seems to give that feeling...

Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker's Hamptons bedroom is light and airy. The fluffy bed looks like the perfect place to nap during those high afternoon temps...

This bathroom is so spacious and light-filled. I love the way the countertops to the bathtub appear to be one seamless piece of material.

The next best thing to a pool? Feeling like your outside while actually sitting in the air conditioning. This terrarium like space below is inspiring and beautiful.

[via] delight by design, pinterest

OVERSIZED OOMPH

A great ornamental light gives such drama to an ordinary room, and often finishes off the design. These oversized fixtures pack that extra punch and draw the eye not only up, but around the room completely. They're stunning and really make a space within a room...

[via] lonny mag, atlanta homes mag, casasugar, cote de texas

DARK-HUED DAYDREAMING

I know... you're probably thinking "It's the middle of summer, and I want to see something bright and cheery" But - I just can't get over these dark-hued spaces this week. There is something glamorous and classic about them that invites your eye to linger a little longer, and maybe if you were there, you might too.

I love the way these light and white beachy trinkets finish off the styling of this bookcase. It feels personal and pretty.

this workspace has been a long time obsession. however, I might change those photos out for something a little more personal, and use some silver-plated frames for a more glamorous effect.

[via] lonny mag, pinterest

BLACK IN THE BATHROOM

Black... a much debated color to use in any room really. But, an already small space like a bathroom? I think absolutely, yes! Lonny Magazine does too. They featured not one, but two fabulous black bathrooms in their latest issue. Including this one below which has my jaw resting on the floor...

I simply adore the faux croc wallpaper. This next bathroom strikes the perfect balance, and is utterly feminine yet still bold and cozy...

for a little extra glamour... go with high gloss- its showstopping, no?

GUEST POST: OUTFIT TO ROOM

Today I'm over at Amber Interiors: The Blog...

sharing a great little ideaboard for a living room based on this outfit...

Amber share lots of beautiful inspiration... go over and check out her blog!

WEDDING ON THE WEEKEND: ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS

Last week we met with the photographer who will be taking our engagement photos. Every day since, I have woken up with an extra skip in my step- I'm just so excited to have these photos taken. M and I have agreed that we want something unconventional- some simply pretty pictures to adorn our frames with that don't necessarily scream "we're engaged". I love these classic and fun photos...

Have you seen any great couples photos lately? I would love to see them!

CORAL CAFE: BEACH SOIREE

I'm excited to introduce to you all Ashley. She is the L+L summer intern, and will be contributing fun tablescape and event styling ideas with you every Thursday! Please welcome Ashley...

Hello!! First of all, I love color, never be afraid to use color in your home! I chose a fuschia, turquoise, and orange color palate to infuse fun into this summer event while still making it feel beachy and glamorous...

Taking inspiration from the photos below, mixing natural elements with a colorful or metallic finish creates the beachy feel while the other pieces exude style.

The turquoise has such  a bold impact and is great in small doses like this tablescape above

PRETTY PEDESTALS

A pretty little pedestal table can be the perfect piece to add a focal point to a room.

I have had a long love affair for these - wanting to place one everywhere from an entryway to a library- simply for the space it provides to concoct a lovely tablescape of treasured items...

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SMALL SPACE DELIGHT

Paging through House Beautiful every month is a delight. This month's issue was especially fun to read as it focused on small spaces. Its a talent to beautifully decorate any home, but to skillfully decorate a small [at that, very small] home without it feeling cramped or over done proves exceptional talent...

This gorgeous 150 square foot Chicago kitchen designed by Summer Thornton hits all the right high notes. Black lacquered cabinets, carerra marble, and mirrored accents to bounce the light and make the space feel bigger.

There kitchen itself is glamorous, but the vintage accents give it life, and warmth - I think this would be the favorite space of the home if it were mine!