Packed up My Post...

and put it up at Sketch42!

Hermes

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Pretty, Pretty Periwinkle

Picture via Delight by Design

Picture via Shoebox Decor

Picture via Delight by Design

Closet Complete!

I have to say I am beyond thrilled with my new closet. While the pictures may not translate the amount of improvement, let me tell you, there is tons!

I painted (had someone paint) my closet Sherwin Williams Stonecrest Gray. I love this color. It is a HUGE improvement over the cream that was my entire closet, including my rods and shelving. Now everything seems to be visible due to the high contrast.

I also had all of my shelves and rods painted white. Since the rods were painted before I moved in they became scratched and filthy from the hangers sliding across them. Once they got re-painted white, I used clear contact paper and wrapped the rods so the hangers can still glide, but they no longer leave the black marks across them.

Next I organized my wire basket dresser.

I labeled all of my baskets appropriately.

(This led to a labeling frenzy in the rest of the house.)

My new and improved shoe shelves though are my favorite.

They are white, they are wipeable, and they are heaven! I also think that the shoes really POP off of the gray background.

I also finally did something I knew I always needed to do and take pictures of my shoes that are not out. This will make my life MUCH easier.

LOOK!

No jewelry on the floor. My husband appreciates this almost as much as I do.

I can even close the doors to my jewelry armoire.

I bought some inexpensive hooks at Target and they make the perfect way to store and see my larger necklaces.

The top of my jewelry armoire is organized chaos, but I love it.

Even Miss Dorothy Mantooth loves the new closet. I cannot say I blame her.

Keep It Simple

Picture via Aubrey Road

Picture via Erin Ever After

Picture via Dress Design Decor

Closet Coming Soon!

I am finishing up trying to make my shoe shelves as pretty as these...

Picture via Flourish Design + Style

Picture via All That Shoes

Welcome Home

Picture via Design 59

I do not have the biggest or best entryway and therefore, I have become jealous when I see one that I want.

Well, I want this one. More specifically I want that pillow.

Before OR After: Jessica Stam

I recently came across model Jessica Stams apartment in the June issue of Elle. I was surprised to see it because I remembered how I had fallen in love with it not too long ago in Elle Decor.

Well, like most of us, Jessica realized it was not quite her, and added her own twist.

So do you prefer Before OR After?

Living Room Entrance Before

After

Dining Room Before

After

Chaise Before

After

Bedroom Before

After

All Pictures via Elle and Elle Decor

A Need, Not a Want

Picture via Pink Wallpaper

I hope my husband will understand that this little set-up is a need, not a want.

Cabo Azul - Part 2

If after my first post about the gorgeous Cabo Azul didn't make you want to take a trip down there, this one will.

I was lucky enough to get a peek at the amazing penthouse and now I am sharing it with you!

First, the view from the balcony...

GOOD MORNING!

The Living and Dining Room

Master Bedroom

Master Bathroom

Second Bedroom

Third Bedroom

(This is the same bedroom that my hubby and I shared...divine)

Have you booked your ticket yet?

Luggage and Leather = Love

Picture via Lonny

Picture via Lonny

There is nothing I love more than the perfect luggage colored leather.