My forever favorite.

Reading over a classmates assignment today, the question of my favorite color came up. This is something that has changed many times over the years.

For as long as I can remember it was pink.... that perfect soft ballet slipper pink.

Then there was blue.

And at times I wonder if gray could be my favorite?


Or the color I see becoming more and more popular in homes? white.


And QUITE the love affair I had with green for some time.



But no matter.

I will always.

Love Black.




What is your forever favorite color?

Then and Now.

I am hopelessly and willingly inlove with an era I missed but still somehow feel as if I belong in.

A time of love letters.

A time of relentlessly beautiful and more importantly meaningful music.


A time of great hair, dresses and red lipstick.

{Can you find Marilynn?}


I think that is why I am drawn to pieces that are or appear time worn.



Because those pieces have a history, a beautiful past, a story.


These pieces, this mirror... like a reflection of it's beautiful history.

These "reflections" that remain in homes in my opinion, bring not only timeless beauty, but character that cannot be bought at a store.

This armoire for example.. GORGEOUS.

LOVE IT.

And I think what I love most is that it isn't being used for quilts or linens but instead a darling cocktail cabinet.


Traditional sofa but in a beautiful gold color.

Old family photographs displayed in new matted black frames.

Original, classic hardware on a boldly painted door.

Wood floors painted white and re-upholstered classic chairs.

These rooms were obviously built years previous, but have been updated perfectly with delicate touches such as paint color, modern furnishings, or just a fabulous chandelier.

Enjoy..

I believe this to be an old attic turned sun room. The chandelier adds just a hint of glamour to this soft palette.

I Adore-

Apple Green.

I have found myself swooning over this delightful color lately.

Me.

This has to be my favorite color combination... Neutral taupe with the perfect amount of black, white and a small splash of gray.


Like fashion, interior trends change with time.

Right now I am loving bold colors such as purple and apple green.
And believe me, I have been tempted more than once to repaint certain rooms in my home with this green I seem to be infatuated with as of late.

However, for the sake of longevity, I am standing by the classics.



The beauty of selecting a neutral palette is that the room can easily be customized.




Quite similar this is to a classic trench coat.

You purchase one of high quality and you will have it for years.



Like interiors, classic fashion pieces are so easily customized with simply varying one's accessories.


{1. Michael Kors 2. Burberry}

There are so many varieties of gorgeous fabrics, colors and styles available it can be difficult to decide.

{Dolce & Gabbana}


{Guess}




I say...
Trust your style.
Love It.
And always select what you know is YOU.