It wasn’t up until recently that we finally took the plunge and purchased throw pillows for our living room couch. I had been wanting to add pillows to our obnoxiously large sectional for years, but Jamie was just not having any of it. I admit, they are cumbersome when you actually want to sit down, but when it comes to a stylish looking living room, I will gladly live with tiny annoyances like having to move a pillow out of the way. I absolutely love the look of our new throw pillows (All from Target…still so sad to see it go) so I have rounded up 5 different styles of throw pillows that work great together, so all of the guessing on how to mix and match pillows has been taken out of the equation.
1. Indigo Chevron Pillow
2. Solid Chartreuse Pillow
3. Banana Leaf Pillow
4. Ombré Embroidery Pillow
5. Stained Glass Pillow
6. Baby Blue Striped Pillow
7. Metallic Textured Pillow
8. Gold Foil Lotus Pillow
9. Oversized Knit Pillow
10. Buffalo Check Pillow
11. Bold Blooms Pillow
12. Dip Dye Pillow
13. Moroccan Wedding Pillow
14. Hand Embroidery Pillow
15. Tassel Trim Pillow
DIY: Snowy Christmas Tree Branches
December 17, 2014
When it comes to decorating our house for Christmas, the week of November 15th is when I get really excited for the holidays. I put up the tree, start Christmas baking, and begin feeling festive. In our home we usually stick to decorating the living room pretty simply, and leave everything else as it is, as we know we won’t be staying in Toronto over the holidays. This year, however, I got a huge spark of inspiration when I was in target (obviously), and was wandering around the Christmas section. I picked up a white Christmas tree and this adorable polar bear figurine. That same night, my sisters, boyfriend and I ventured out to a near by wooded area to cut down some branches. The next morning, my sisters and I painted the tree branches, set them in a vase and strung ornaments to it. With a few items from Target, It created, what I think, is a beautiful Christmas vignette, right in my bedroom.
What You Will Need:
1. Branches
2. Scissors
3. White acrylic paint
4. Shimmering opal paint
5. Sponge paint brush
6. Mini ornaments
7. White String
To Make:
1. Begin cutting the tree branches to size and testing them out in a tall vase before painting.
2. Paint the branches using a shimmering opal colour and allow to dry.
3. When the first layer of paint is dry, dab a few areas of the branches with white acrylic paint, to make it look like snow has fallen onto the branches.
4. Tie white string into the ornaments and then tie those around the branches. This will make the tree look like the ornaments are floating.
3 Holiday Party Looks With Blossom Lounge
December 10, 2014After the collaboration I did with Merry Mag a few weeks back about holiday dressing, (playing hostess, meeting your boyfriends parents, a work party, and a formal event), I wanted to give you some more ideas for the last few holiday events that are just around the corner. From that last minute secret santa party with your girlfriends, to what to wear to a Christmas Eve and New Years Eve party, Blossom Lounge and I have got you covered with some great outfit ideas!
Secret Santa parties are meant to be fun and casual, but that doesn’t mean you have to show up in sweats. This top and pant combo by Bardot looks like a jumpsuit, but gives you the option of wearing them separately on other occasions. The fabric is almost as comfy as sweats, so sacrificing comfort won’t be a problem. Add a bit more holiday cheer into your outfit with this gorgeous burgundy quilted bag by Rebecca Minkoff, and this tri-coloured collar by Jenny Bird. And don’t forget your Nobis parka for the way over to the party, it’s chilly outside!
What could be a better time than the night before Christmas to wear a lacy red dress? This gorgeous Free People number is body conscious yet stretchy so you can still feel free to indulge in all of the holiday party apps. The hem on this dress is also so unique with its high-low appearance. Let this dress be the star and pair it with dainty gold accessories by Gorjana, and this beautiful wool coat by Soia & Kyo.
New Years Eve is the night to go over the top with your outfit. I am loving this Gentle Fawn dress for just that. It’s print is Aztec inspired and done in the most festive colors and sequin material. This dress is an eye catcher in itself, so a minimal clutch like this navy Rebecca Minkoff, and a sleek gold necklace by Gorjana are the perfect accessories for a New Years Eve on the town.
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