The Indoor Patterned Pathway...

An interior decorating trend that is becoming more & more desirable, is dramatic patterned floors...

Whether in the hallway, great room or bathroom- these style floors are making a statement...

There's definitely something classic about a black & white tiled patterned floor & I love that I am seeing the trend pop up in larger spaces & different arrangements...

Simple, yet bold.  Authentic, yet refreshing. Classy, yet timeless...

How do you guys feel about patterned floors?

Give Me More:

I am obsessing over the peek-a-boo look for fall!  Especially with a nude & black combo- this look is perfectly playful & easy to play around with.  If you're concerned that your peek-a-boo look will too closely resemble that of a negligee- here are a few ways to combat that mistake.  Start with 1 of your favorite black & nude combo...

Pair it with other bold features.  Striking cherry pants & a simple black heel with a voluminous feature (bow) work perfectly with this look.  Tie in other accessories that work best with the overall look that you are going for...

The difficult part about a black lace & nude undertone skirt- is that it walks the thin line of looking like an undergarment. Counter the 'sexy' feature with 'sophisticated' features & worry no longer!  Pair with a neutral blazer & another fall trend: cobalt!

These chic peek-a-boo heels are perfectly endearing for a casual evening.  Pair with black jeggings, a bold collared white blouse & coral accessories...

Another trend for fall that I am seeing all over the runways is Emerald!  What better way than to combine two trends than with a statement pair of emerald earrings & a tea party style peek-a-boo dress...

Again if you are nervous about the peek-a-boo look, looking too much like an undergarment- add color!  Play around with color & other bold features & you cannot go wrong!

Woman Cave Inspiration...

I am in the process of designing a faboosh Woman Cave!  A perfectly chic hideout, tucked away with pretty things & gorgeous furniture.  There are three main features that will help you acquire the quintessential Woman Cave...

As you know, I am obsessed with that mirror desk- but I also love dated, unique furniture.  It reminds me of royalty & what woman doesn't want her cave to resemble a Queen's?!

A Woman Cave would not be complete without a few statement features.  An entire room that is 'over-the-top' is not entirely bad, but to keep the space comfortable, limit your statement pieces to a handful.  Whenever I can find quality replicas of these three statement pieces- they will be mine! I have been drooling over that ship chandelier for years!  The perfect way to offset any dramatic piece, is to add a bold patterned rug.  I also adore that gold mirror- again... royalty themed...

Lastly, do not forget simple, comfortable features! This is your hideaway, it needs to be cozy!  Add flowers & your favorite brand candles to keep the space fresh!  Also add pillows & luxurious throws to add to that cozy feel.  And lastly, add a touch of inspiration with different art that truly moves you!!

Here is my mash-up of different inspirational rooms & pieces that I would like to draw looks from for my own chic cave...

Summer Love...

Call me crazy- but I am not ready for Fall!  This summer blew past my eyes!!  I am too much in love with this color palette & not ready to part ways with it yet...

This reminds me of my childhood:

What are you doing to savor the last few weeks of summer!?

What I'm Loving Right Now...

Top 10 Things that I am Loving Right Now!!

1. Outdoor Summer Gatherings.

As summer comes to an end, (I do NOT love this) I am trying to take advantage of all the beautiful evenings that we have left, outdoors!  I love hosting small gatherings with close friends & I love making each gathering somehow unique & different.  I would love to get everyone together for a outdoor patio gathering, one last time before we hibernate for winter...

2. NARS Combo

As you all already know, I am obsessed with Laguna bronzer by NARS.  Recently I was introduced to Orgasm blush by NARS & it is the perfect peachy color for a kiss on your cheeks. & THEN I found out that NARS makes this fabulous duo of both Orgasm & Laguna! Perfect for traveling, I highly suggest you try the 2 colors...

3. Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad

I found this recipe & needed to share it with you!  As you attend your end of the season parties & are getting sick of bringing the same appetizer, try this fabulous new recipe!  Perfectly paired in a half sliced avocado, try the recipe here...

4. Vera Wang Animal Print Mary Janes

I am obsessing over these shoes & cannot find them anywhere! I was told they are from her Kohls line &  I think that's a big fat lie, because they are no where to be found! Cheetah print heels are fabulous for fall- especially at a Kohls affordable price! If anyone has any updates on these- I am dying to know...

5. Esse Fall Collection 2011

I am not a huge nail painter during the summer months.  Often I am too busy in & out of the lakes that the color is half chipped off, but the fall season is another story!  I love fall colors & I love a neutral colored nail. I love love love these new colors...

6.  Tall Slouch Rugged Boots

With fall comes boots! And although I hate to see summer leave, I do love a comfy summer wardrobe- especially paired with classic boots.  Boots will never go out of style for fall & I am loving this more classic version of the tall slouch boot, but short!  Perfectly airy & light, I love them...

7. Upcoming Travels

I love traveling & am looking forward to some new adventures that I have coming up! A few places that I have never been & one that never gets old traveling too! I wonder if will ever feel like a chore to travel?  Some people hate traveling, whether for work or for leisure, all together, I love traveling...

8. Hot Cocoa Bar

As you all know, I love hosting get together.  When I came across this idea, I thought it was the perfect idea for a fall/winter gathering!  A cute little hot cocoa bar, perfectly chic for entertaining your guests!  Knowing my guests, one of those pails would need to be filled with a side of Jameson, I mean, Mint Baileys, err.. you know what I mean...

9. One Day

I just started reading this book & it is fabulous, I highly highly suggest it...

10. Unconventional Weddings

When I first came across this photo, I could not stop drooling over it!  How unconventional & perfect is this ebony wedding dress?!  It is most definitely a love-hate type of dress, there is no in between!  I love it so much- perfectly paired with scarlet tousled hair & matching rust colored cowgirl boots. Love Love Love...

Have a fabulous weekend!!

Much Love,  K

Color Perfection: Cobalt + Malt...

How relaxing is the color Cobalt!?

Perfectly serene with a touch a neutral...

...a soothing color palette that works harmoniously together...

Now, add it to your street style!

A malty-beige works flawlessly with cobalt...

The colors even each other out- the perfect combo of colors in between dull & dramatic...

I love cobalt jewelry, but am loving even more a pair of cobalt pants! High-waisted flare or skinny- you cannot go wrong paired with a malt colored top! 

Here are a few of my Cobalt+Malt Favorites:

1. Belstaf 2. Michael Kors 3. Bajra 4. Kate Spade 5. Rag & Bone 6. Max & Chloe 7. Mod Cloth 8. Kennith Jay Lane

Lovely in Lace...

One trend that is popping up every where as we transition from summer to fall, is lace...

Literally seen everywhere, from on a new trendy manicure...

... to a casual high waisted skirt...

...& on fall handbags...

...& summer sundresses!!

But where I am adoring the lace most, is on a cropped pair of shorts!  Paired perfectly with a bright t-shirt, allows this look to remain summery & fresh...

The nice part about these bloomer style shorts is that they are so versatile as we slowly move into the next season.  For a less bright & dramatic look, pair with darker features such as a belt & ankle booties...

As we slip deeper into the fall months, don't plan on packing your lace shorts away!  Keep them around for awhile- just slip on a sheer pair of tights underneath & knee high boots!

Add a draping scarf & light weight blazer for a fun new end of the summer trend...