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I'm madly in love with the two-tone kitchen cabinet combo of white and gray.  It's such a lovely play on classic colors and can give a feeling of openness and coziness all at the same time.  Add brass accents and you've got the makings of my dream kitchen!

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I love the drama and style a scarf can add to any outfit, and I'll definitely be picking up a leopard scarf to carry my winter outfits into the spring season.

Anna, thanks for having me today!

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There are so many fashion trends that I love right now, but I have to say one my favorites is color-blocking especially with the vibrant color coral. Color blocking, making its first appearance in the 1960's, is when the outfit is broken up into finite blocks of color with either contrasting colors or complementary ones. Coral hues, in general, are so fabulous right now, and I seem to be drawn to them everywhere I go. I also love to mix a bright coral or red pair of pants with a dark navy blue top. I think these contrasting colors are stunning together and make quite a statement. How do you feel about the color-blocking trend? Coral? What are you favorite trends?

    I am totally obsessed with wallpaper, on the walls, on the ceiling, pretty much everywhere! Wall paper is making a total comeback in the design world, and I am 100% on board. I have noticed that some people tend to dislike wallpaper because they associate it with being outdated and distasteful, but now, thanks to all the great patterns that are available to choose from, it no longer has to be. You can put wallpaper almost anywhere. Just look at the red patterned paper on the ceiling. Absolutely gorgeous! Putting wallpaper on your walls can give texture and depth where paint can sometimes look flat. If I had it my way, my whole house would be covered in this beautiful stuff! What do you think about wallpapered walls?

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Right now I’m drooling over and attempting to recreate the bold grown-up version of the “arm party.”  Like most girls, I love bracelets in every color, texture, and price range, and I went through the stage (both in summer camp way back when and seasons past) where I wore friendship bracelets like they were going out of style (which they never do). Alas, this season – I want big girl bracelets.  I’m still not shy to layering on the bracelets until they jingle ever-so-loudly (haha, okay – very loudly), but now I want my arm party to be just a bit more sleek.  I love gorgeous designer bangles with spikes and bones and gorgeous patterns, but my wallet (and my husband) are less fond of the little luxuries.  So I DIY… HERE.  

I’ve always been a lover of gold.  A few years back when shopping engagement ring styles (he knows better than to surprise me … too much), I only wanted a yellow gold ring.  The jewelers all frowned and gave me a list of reasons why platinum was classic and I’d tire of yellow gold.  I never have, and I never will -- I love, love, love my yellow gold setting, thank you very much.

It’s no surprise really that I swoon over yellow gold home accents as well.  There’s something so elegant about heavy piece of gold armor on a tabletop or a surprising gold and cream chevron print on the wall.  But what I really love about gold home accents, is that because of their already formal “feel”, the mediums have a whole lot more legroom to get funky.  Take the AREAWARE gold piggy bank – it’s a pig, used in every trendy designer, fashion blogger, and magazine editor’s home design – but it’s a pig, people!  What makes this little piggy so special?  That perfect gold metallic sheen.  Take that, jewelers!

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 Fashion: Tangerine Tango

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There are tons of fashion trends I love: leopard, sequins, faux fur, riding boots, bows, leather… the list goes on!  But with the new year in full force, I thought I would celebrate a new trend I'm loving right now… tangerine tango!  This is the Pantone "Color of the Year" and can you see why?  It's got a great pop that can brighten up any outfit. And I'm especially loving the color as a dress… may as well go bold! It can easily be paired with gold and tan boots.  Love.

Decor: Barn Doors

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As for the decor item that I'm digging right now… I have a total obsession with barn doors.  We really want to make them for our hallway closets. This photo really exemplifies how versatile barn doors can be.  They're a great space saver from doors that fold open, and of course, not everyone can incorporate pocket doors.  Barn doors are great for separating rooms, hiding closets {or TVs}, or being used as wall decor.

 Thanks to Anna for having me today!

 xo
natasha

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Two things I'm loving right now are over sized cuffs and gold. Obviously, I love gold for the home and for some arm candy. And the mix of gold with natural elements also seems to be catching my eye. Interesting how that happens...

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One of my favorite fashion trends this Spring/Summer is wearing bright colors. I am so smitten with this bright mustard yellow color. It kind of serves as a neutral because it looks great paired with other bright colors like pink and cobalt blue.

For decor, I am equally enamoured with bright colors in artwork. I am beyond obsessed with gorgeous abstract paintings. I think the bright colors can really bring a room to life!

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Hi! It's Chassity here from Look Linger Love, just down the road in Charleston, SC!  And I'm thrilled to be visiting my friend here's blog.  

I've been loving red light fixtures lately. So bold, colorful, and gorgeous!

I've also been loving the asymmetrical hem trend.  I've been (temporarily) converting my maxi skirts into this look! It's super easy to do, and I've shared the tutorial here!

Thanks for having me, Anna! 

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