Purple Hues...

I am loving all colorful shades, from lilac, to deep grapey purples! {to buy: Straws, Pillow, T-shirt, images via pinterest, little green notebook, note to self}

Hints of Pink...

Some hues of pink in the home, fashion and garden. {images via pinterest}

XOXO...

Hope you all get a good dose of love and sweets today. I made a fun cheezy playlist for all my favorite readers and friends. Happy Valentine's day! {images via kate spade, mary ruffle, pinterest, this is glamorous}

Guest Post: Keely from Luxe + Lillies...

Happy Friday. And thank you to all of the amazing guests who shared their beach style this passed two weeks! It was such a treat.

Last but not least, Keely from Luxe + Lillies has a glamorous summer look complete with champagne and bling!

clean white bedding from decorpad

diamond ring

outfit + swimsuit from j.crew

orchids

raspberry nectar from williams sonoma

moet from google images

watch from Michael Kors via Chic TV

moroccan oil from moroccan oil

Guest Post: Mary from Olivet...

Mary from Olivet's refreshing look is complete with cute bikini, music and beach house getaway...I could kick back here any day!

Toast Double Handle Basket 

Re-Useable Glass Water Bottle

APC Madras Swimsuit

Aubin Wills Chambray Shirt

High SPF Sunblock 

Rilo Kiley

Sea Green Deck Towel

beach house

Guest Post: Alexis from Fern + Feather...

Alexis from Fern + Feather lives in Cardiff by the Sea, a southern California surf community that inspired this look! 

Bathing suits from Luli Fama
Coffee table books- all beautiful and unique in there own way: Bunker Spreckles, Leroy Grannis, Tahitian Beauties
Wall Art - although you could ride one of Robbie Kegel's boards I want one for our wall they are so gorgeous in person
Sunglasses - REAN is a new brand that says style and core surf. Love these Nora sunglasses. Based in Encinitas, California.  
I love the new Quicksilver Women's line
If you want to know what is going on in Fashion ~ Ocean ~ Art ~ Music for the surf culture read Foam Magazine

Guest Post: Krystal from The Lovely List...

Krystal from The Lovely List has the perfect casual beach style that is so chic!

AE Banded Bikini Bottoms
TopShop Ruched Coral Bandeau Top
Marc Jacobs Tote Bag
Alloy Sandal
H&M jean shorts
Linen Trilby hat
Nikon D90
L'Occitane Lip Balm
The Geography of Bliss
Gucci Truffle Sunglasses
My water bottle

Guest Post: Sarah from Haute Design...

Sarah from Haute Design's signature beach look is elegant–chic... a little nautical and a

touch of elegance! (images via Mario Sierra, Garance Dore, Ralph Lauren}

Anthropologie faves: 
Chain of Events Bikini
Heliconius Top 
Sea Crown Knob
Stowaway Necklace 
Swirling Seas Knob

Guest Post: Mary from Tulips + Flight Suits...

Mary from Tulips + Flight Suits was seriously on the ball, she emailed me and offered up this beach style that I adore, introducing me to a few new online shops that have great accessories;) Thanks Mary!

straw tote from Madewell

cute bibb necklace from Terrain
Glace flower bikini from J. Crew
Sewn beach pillow on etsy

treat your teak furniture oil from Terrain
double deck beach chair from Cox & Cox

Guest Post: Lori from Automatism...

Lori from Automatism is kicking off the next two weeks of Guest bloggers I have lined up to share what their favorite beach style is...I'm so excited Lori joined this mini-series. I LOVE her style;)


The seaside themed bedroom of Matt Albiani

Bell Jar Table Lamp by West Elm (sadly no longer available, but you could DIY the idea)

Pearly Knitted Open-Ended Necklace by DAY Birger et Mikkelsen. Available from NET-A-PORTER.

Vintage seaside photo postcard, available from happysteiler on etsy.

Vintage Penguin of Cold Comfort Farm by Stella Gibbons

Natural White Finger Starfish Magnets (Set of 6) from beachgrasscottage on etsy.

Metallic Beach Cardigan from J.Crew

Neutral + Beachy...

I love soft beiges, linens, whites and neutral tones for a natural beachy feel.

1. Starfish pillow 2. Beach Coverup 3. Candle 4. Open-toe Wedge 5. Bib Necklace 6. French Colonial Chair 7. Burlap Table Covering 8. Bubble Tumbler

Summery Florals...

I love colorful florals anywhere! 1. Couch 2./6. via Molly June 3. Sweater 4. via Parcel Post 5. via A Creative Mint 

Golden Yellow...

I am recently drawn to this shade of yellow that is bright and strong like the sun. {images via anthropologie, tiny white daisies, someday hopes}

Striped...

Feeling festive in colorful stripes! Roxy Dress, Gift Bags, Blueberry Lolli, & Striped Straws.

Walking Around: Garden Party Inspiration...

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Inspired by this Garden Party scene, I found accessories to create the perfect back patio setting. {image via sweet space}

1. Hong Kong Birdcage 2. Table and chairs 3. Napkins & Placemats 4. Bowls 5. Bench 6. Pillow 7. Glasses 8. Tray 9. Paper Sunburst 10. Candle 11. Camera 12. Bird

Boat Lovers Paradise...

I'm awaiting sunny sailing days on the ocean blue! Here are a few boat friendly and chic items;).

1. Thomas Paul Dessert Plates 2. Sailboat earrings 3. Tank top 4. Sperry Topsiders 5. Rope Necklace 6.Benefit Blue Mascara 7. Striped Skirt  8, Mirror 9. Anya Hinmarch Tote

Guest Blogger: Keely from Luxe & Lillies...

Hello! I'm Keely from luxe + lillies! On my blog I enjoy sharing things that I love, come across along the way, and other fabulous interior design, fashion, and food musings. Today I am sharing what is possibly my favorite post ever. On my mind since the depths of winter is always the coming of spring and being able to eat and entertain outside! This garden party is the perfect way to bring your friends and family together and get them excited about the sunny blue skies, and warmer temperatures (and not to mention, impress them with your extraordinary hostess skills!) Hopefully you will find some inspiring ideas, and fall in love with some of the creations (like Paper Anniversary's paper cards and invitations)that I have come to love. And of course, a big thanks to Sarah!

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{images via bakerella, weeping cherries, martha stewart living, beloblog, haute design, this is glamorous, totally tabletops, hostess with the mostess, zinke design, target, pottery barn, concrete and honey}

Hello Sunshine...

Happy spring! With the sun shining bright for the past week, my mind is on spring and there is no turning back.

1. Kate SPF 2. Delia T-shirt 3. Bikini 4. Lemondrop Candy 5. Tory Burch Flats 6. Stella McCartney Clutch 7. Ruffle Skirt 8. Nailpolish 9. Phone

Rosé + Mediterranean Sunset...

I'm dreaming of all shades of pink and drinking crisp rosé on the veranda of a Mediterranean Island at Sunset.

1. Tibi Dress 2. Charm & Chain Necklace 3. Chewing Gum 4. Fresh Lipgloss 5. Riedel Wine Glass 6. Chanel Perfume 7. Vintage Scarf 8. Chairs

Harvey Faircloth...

Behind the Scenes

Inspiration

Shop Collections

Three former fashion mavens and close friends launched vintage-inspired clothing line Harvey Faircloth last year and the collections are a perfect mix of feminine casual-glam wear. Their site should be the template for creative branding and style with a mix of playful lookbook scenes and inspiration collages.