Travel :: Charleston's Rainbow Row

Our first afternoon in Charleston we checked into our hotel then headed out to explore.  After a fifteen minute walk we came upon the famed Rainbow Row, which was even more charming in person!  The colorful homes represent the largest cluster of Georgian Row houses in the United States.  After the Civil War the area was left in neglect, and it wasn't until the 1940's that the homes were purchased by the Charleston Preservation Society, repainted their vibrant hues, and restored to their former glory. 

Art :: Colorfully

'Unknown' by Diana Delgado

Happy Friday dears!  What are you up to this weekend?  Today we are heading to Cincinnati for a Birthday / Housewarming Party for my boyfriend's brother and wife, and I am hoping to spend some time catching up on my to-do list {I swear I have going been non-stop for weeks}.  

Today is the last day of my posts inspired by Kate Spade's "Live Colorfully" campaign {see earlier posts about travel, fashion, interiors, and food}.  It is apparent to those who visit my home that I love art with a pop of color.  Our walls are mostly neural, partly because it is a rental, but mostly because it acts as a great base for standout art and decor.  We aren't at the time in our lives where it is smart to invest in expensive furniture {moving into a new place every year wreaks havoc on my poor bed}, so it is fun to experiment and be able to be a bit more adventurous when designing our living spaces {read: commitment-phobe}.  As I have mentioned before, I love buying art on Etsy, and have a bunch of colorful and inexpensive pieces from there {plus a few I painted myself}.  I have rounded up some of my favorite colorful pieces of art, most of which are available to buy and very reasonably priced.  I'd have to say my favorite is the unknown piece by Diana Delgado, but I also really love the abstracts from LEIF and Caitlin Shearer's moody portraits.  What's your favorite?

On a side note, I hope this week inspired you to inject a little color in your life - be it with a new recipe, a new purchase, or a new experience. My thought was to {at least sometimes} create weekly themes to allow my posts to be more cohesive, versus just writing about what strikes my fancy on any particular day.  What do you think so far?  Do you think it gets a bit monotonous?  Or do you like the fact that every week has an overarching vision?  I'd love to know your thoughts, good or bad :) Thanks as always for following, it seriously means the world to me!

'Hopeful' by Belinda Marshall

'No Man's Land' by Lola Donoghue

'Things Hidden Since Creation' by Mishel Valentine

'Fancy Fox' by Starla Michelle Halfmann

'Solar Pink' by Malissa Ryder

'Possibility' by Belinda Marshall

'Pocket Detail' by Caitlin Shearer

'Gala' by Mishel Valentine

Interiors :: Colorfully

This week we are talking all things color {see earlier posts about colorful travel & fashion}.  Today, I wanted to share with you some rooms that I think use color perfectly.  Looking through these images, it's clear that I am drawn towards a graphic pop of color {be it a single dining chair, a table, or a wall}.  I love how even a couple of bright throw pillows can completely change the feel of an entire room.  Inspired by Victoria Smith's recent post, I painted two of our dining chairs kelly green and absolutely love how they turned out.  Another great option to add a little color to your life...think like a Parisian and paint your front door a bold hue.  Some more ways to incorporate color in your life are below, including some of my favorite picks for the home!

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Fashion :: Colorfully

{Zara Red Double-Brested Coat} // {Elizabeth and James Pink Shawl Collar Coat} // {Zara Pink Bouclé Coat}// {Femme by Michele Rossi Yellow Funnel Neck Coat} // {TOPSHOP Mint Textured Swing Coat} // {Zara Green Wool Coat} // {Zara Sky Blue Mohair Coat} // {JCrew Blue Cocoon Coat}

Going along with this week's theme of "Live Colorfully," today I pulled together eight different statement coats, all designed to add a pop of color into your wardrobe and brighten up an otherwise grey winter day.  Don't get me wrong, I love neutrals {especially in the colder months} but sometimes all it takes is a little bit of color to punch up your look {and your attitude}.  Shop these beautiful jackets {plus LOTS of other bright pieces} below: