Pink and Gold Inspiration

Being that I have a young daughter that is deep in her princess phase, you would think that I would be completely over seeing the color pink.  And to a certain extent, that may be true.  However, pink doesn't have to be all bubble gum and cotton candy, the color can be fashionable and decorative too, especially when paired with gold! 

The combination of pink and gold can have such different results depending on the shade of pink being used.  I love the modern result when gold is paired with a deep pink.  And I equally love the romantic vintage feel when gold is paired with a lighter blush pink.  Here are some pretty pink and gold combinations that caught my eye this week.  

This array of pink and gold throw pillows, paired with with gold patterned wallpaper is just too pretty not to post.  All the different patterns complement each other well, and make for a visually appealing presentation.

These magenta flowers are a beautiful pop of color on this glass coffee table with gold trim.  The addition of navy to the palette creates a modern feel.  

A blush ballet flat with gold accents can glam up any simple outfit whether it be jeans or shorts.  I can also envision these flats with a flowy flowery skirt. 

A pink and gold globe.  I mean, has geography ever been more pretty?  This is the perfect accessory for an office occupied by a woman that is not afraid to show her girly side.

I love almost any decor or DIY project involving mason jars, and these gold painted jars are no exception.  Visit the site on the link for a million other uses for mason jars.  I know I will be back there to visit!

A party theme incorporating dark pink and gold is gorgeous and glam.  I love the details of the goblets and containers painted with accents of gold.

Not everyone has a pair of light pink skinny jeans, but maybe they should!  And some classic gold bangles to go with it as well.  Sigh...I think I'm already dreaming of having wardrobe options again once I give birth.  It sure gets old wearing the same few maternity tops/pants day after day!

Realistically, I don't see any pink doors in my future....at least not for my house.  However, I have to admit I was drawn to both of these pink doors with gold accents.  They catch your eye, and definitely make a statement.  

Blush door  |  Pink door

This Kate Spade inspired office is a pretty and inviting space.  I'd work there!

How adorable would these pink and gold DIY lace crowns be for your little princess' birthday party.  These sparkly crowns could even work well as creative decor pieces on your party tables.

And what better way to end this post than some inspiring words...in pink and gold of course! 

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

xo,

Carly

DIY: Quick and Easy Teacher Gift

This week, Shaylin's first year of preschool came to an end.  Cue the emotional tears from mommy.  The school year went by so fast!  She learned so much and made some wonderful new little friends.  Here's Shaylin's first day of school photo, and last day of school photo.

She looks more grown up (sob), and according to hubby, has a little more swag.  And yes, her hair is different, as my little girl decided to cut her own hair last month when mommy was resting.  That will be a story for another day... 

We were very blessed to have had such sweet and caring teachers to help make Shay's first year of school so successful.  Thanks to our wonderful room parents, we had a scrapbook to present to each teacher on the last day of school that each child contributed to.  In addition to that, I just wanted to have something small that Shay could give her teachers to say thank you too. 

I decided on the theme BRIGHT because really, these teachers made every day at preschool bright and sunny!  They had bright smiles to greet us every morning, bright smiles to send the kids off at the end of the day, and I'm sure many bright smiles during the day as well.  We got small clear canisters and filled them up with just a few yellow items.  Ususally I would get a little basket so it could come together in a gift basket form, but I wasn't able to find a yellow one to go with the theme.  The clear canister would work just fine, even though I had to take out a few things that I had bought earlier that just didn't fit.

Here's a closeup of the label we put on the front of the container.  I left room at the bottom for Shaylin to write her name but she was a little under the weather and wasn't in any mood to practice her writing.  Le sigh...  Here's a close up of the label.

Now that the school year is over, the next order of business is what on earth to do with Shay's bin full of preschool art???  I am working on a project for that next, which I hope won't take me all summer!

xo,

Carly