Outdoor Spaces

It has recently felt like fall here in sunny Pensacola. This beautiful weather has inspired me to get out doors and spruce up our back yard. Since we moved into our house a couple years ago, our backyard has been on the bottom of our list of priorities. 

One major issue we have with our backyard is the lack of privacy. From our backyard we can look straight into our neighbor's bedroom.    

I have always longed for an outdoor fireplace with a hearth. Not only would it be a pretty focal point, but it could act as a privacy wall.  The hearth could double as additional seating for outdoor gatherings or a great place to display pretty accessories. 

Here is what  I have in mind. 

fireplace  // lantern // blue pillow // fuchsia pillow // hammock // table // chair

Now just to implement it.

Painted Kitchen Cabinets

Long gone are the days of two kitchen cabinets finishes: plain white or stained.  Painted cabinets are taking the kitchen world by storm and for good reason.  You can truly transform your kitchen with just a little color, even if it's a neutral.  

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Blue, the New Black

Blue, the color that evokes calmness comes in many shades and has many names.  Lately, deep blues such as indigo, cobalt and navy have been making quite an appearance.  These deeper shades of blue add a look of sophistication and can be paired with any color. It offers a nice alternative to using black as a grounding color. Big retailers have taken note and are offering stock items in these rich blues, as we have seen with West Elm’s beautiful Everett Chair.

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Here are some other great examples of how this versatile shade of blue can elevate a room.  

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For the Love of Lucite

Lucite furniture is no longer just a thing of the 70's.  It is a back and for good reason.  

A good piece of lucite furniture can add function to a room without taking up visual space.  It is also a great way to add a modern touch to even the most traditional spaces.  There are so many different options out there these days, you can add a little lucite to any room in your home.

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1 Item 3 Looks

When shopping for furniture, there are many things to consider--style, lines, durability, etc.  But one other thing to look for is versatility.  With big investments like furniture you want to make sure that your purchase will last you for years to come and hopefully work in many different rooms in your home.  

Here's an example of how a piece can function in several different spaces.  In this "1 Item, 3 Looks," we've used this West Elm settee in a bedroom, dining room and office.

 Settee // Curtains // Bed // Nightstand // Lamp // Ceiling Light // Bedding // Bow Pillow // Mermaid Pillow // Stripe Pillows // Floral Pillow // Bird Pillow // Peacock Art // Carpet Squares

 Settee // Dining Table // Parson Chairs // Rug // Light Fixture // Curtains-Custom, similar here // Lamps // Console  // Mirror // Artwork and frames-miscellaneous

Settee // Desk // Office Chair // Book Shelf // Filing Cabinet // Desk Lamp // Table Lamp // Rug // Window Panels // Insect Prints // Side Table // Brass Lamp // Ceiling Fixture // Paint // Vintage Brass Bookends

3A's Fall Essentials

With a crisp breeze in the air, the slight rustle of leaves on the ground and football games taking over the TV, Fall is making its appearance once again.  And we couldn't be happier...or more excited to stock up on autumn's must-haves.  Here are just a few of our favorites:

1. Flower Deco Necklace // 2.  J. Crew Majesty Peacoat // 3. Hunter Rain Boots // 4. Clare Vivier Leopard Clutch // 5. OPI Lost on Lombard Nail Polish // 6.  Dolce Vita Gav Flats // 7. S'mores // 8. Rhyme Los Angeles Drape Tweed Jacket // 9. Pumpkin Buttercream Yankee Candle

1. West Elm Fur Throw // 2. West Elm Gold Serving Spoons  // 3. Zara Wrap Around Cardigan  // 4. BCBG Moto Legging  5. Date & Walnut Loaf // 6. Williams & Sonoma Picnic Basket  // 7. Bath & Body Works Bergamot Woods Candle