Pantone's Spring 2014 Color Report

What do you think of Pantone's Spring 2014 Fashion Color Report?! I'll be sorry to see 2013's Emerald go. (Although I don't think it will be disappearing anytime soon.) As far as Radiant Orchid goes, it's actually a color I've never decorated with. Ever. I wear it a lot though because I like how it complements reddish / auburn hair and green eyes. 

I like the Freesia and Celosia Orange that are featured in both the women's and men's report. The Paloma grey and Sand are both nice neutrals. Also, I find myself more drawn to the men's palette for the Comfrey, Magenta Purple, and Purple Haze. I like those deeper hues better than pastels.

My favorite color from the palettes? Cayenne! It's like a spicy shade of coral. Love, love, love it.

What are your likes, dislikes, and favorites? Are you more smitten with the men's palette or the women's? I love talking color! :)

Read more about the Spring 2014 Pantone Fashion Color Report here.

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Small Space Inspiration: Fashion Blogger's Studio

Even though I love my big bedroom, huge bathroom, and lovely hallway – I still can't help but crush on adorable small spaces. I'll always have a soft spot in my heart for tiny studio spaces that have been perfectly decorated. Like this fashion blogger's studio in San Francisco. 

All the white, splashes of color, and mix-and-matched patterns are so lovely together. And the quirky elements are right up my alley. I love that the bed is scooted right up next to the window – perfect for window gazing and day dreaming!

The large antique dresser that holds the television has such a perfect blue color, aged surface, and vintage drawer pulls. I also like the idea of putting a dresser in the closet to create a little dressing room of sorts. 

Her space is definitely one that I'll keep coming back to for decorating inspiration – whether I'm in a large apartment or a teeny-tiny studio. 

These were just a few of the photos from Jessica's Mix & Match Studio tour featured on Apartment Therapy. There are so many more shots of her enviable closet, super cute kitchen, and beautiful details. 

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Gift Basket Idea: Apartment Warming

Perhaps your roomie is striking out on her own next semester. Maybe your friend is moving in with her boyfriend. Or your sister is getting her first place all her own. This gift basket is to help make your newly independent dweller make her apartment feel more like home. Don't be overwhelmed by the thought of helping someone decorate. You needn't know their personal decor taste – and even if you do, resist the urge to go overboard. You might get it wrong or she might want to change up her interior design style. Instead, stick with simple design and neutral colors that can seamlessly blend into any decor.