Style Me Pretty Living Feature in The Bluegrass State!

Not long ago, I traveled to Bowling Green, Kentucky to collaborate with designer Jessica Dolan on her new family home, which she designed with the help of some fun accessories from some of my favorite and talented friends,  Amber Interiors, Studio McGee and Caitlin Wilson. My main goal was to add thoughtful layers to the clean-lined space, creating a bit more depth within each frame. It is important to me to have each image tell a story and communicate a warm invitation to the viewer. If my images can add a little lightness to your day while evoking inspiration, I know it's been a successful collaboration. 

As I walked through her home and envisioned how it should translate behind the lens, I instantly wanted to fill the kitchen's beautiful open shelves with fresh greenery. This adds life to a space. This is also a pretty economical fresh way to incorporate an extra layer. Implementing green, organic touches is one of my favorite styling habits. It's a trick that adds a little thing I call proof of life, which is visually appealing and offers a comfortable, lived-in feel. 

Jessica's choice to use shades of blue and specifically, navy, is representative of a larger trend I've notice among spaces in The New Southern repertoire. Blue and white is very much a classic color palette, but when used in unexpected ways, like painted cabinets or linen upholstery, it feels fresh and relaxed. It's a nod to the preppy, pulled-together side of Southern tradition without feeling buttoned-up or unattainable. We had such a great time working together to create these moments, and I'm so fortunate to share them with you thanks to my dear friends at StyleMePretty Living!

To view the entire home tour, visit StyleMePrettyliving.com! Xx

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Photo: ©AlyssaRosenheck

Style Me Pretty Living Tips on Updating A Kitchen with Kendall Simmons

Updating your kitchen does not mean having to break the bank!! My client and dear friend Kendall Simmons shares her expertise with Style Me Pretty Living on all the ways you can incorporate your dream cooking space without starting from scratch. Head over to Style Me Pretty Living to read up on her budget savvy pearls Xx 

Sending you ALL Love and Postive Vibes this week!! Thank you to my sweet and talented team at Style Me Pretty Living!! Check it out HERE. 

Designer Tips for Renovating a Home with Style Me Pretty Living Xx

Classic meets current--that’s the essence of Austin Bean Design Studio’s work, particularly one of their latest renovations. With noteworthy juxtaposition—designing a home that holds both peaceful white and neutral palettes and a powder room that packs a big punch—Bailey Austin and Mel Bean have captured the heart and personalities of their clients yet again with this home renovation. The ability to create noticeable but comfortable contrasts are trademark moves of these thoughtful designers. I’m a fan of their incredible ability to strike all the right balances and delighted to share their latest work here today on Style Me Pretty Living. Xx

Austin Bean Design Studio is also sharing some amazing renovation tips and tricks and things to avoid!! For more inspiration and resources click HERE Xx

Million Dollar Decorating Podcast Interview with Alyssa Rosenheck

Yes!!!! I said yes before I gave myself enough time to say no and it was such a delightful invitation!!  James Swan’s Million Dollar Decorator podcast exists to entertain, educate, and inspire people toward living beautifully. The podcast features enlightening conversations with the world’s leading designers, decorators, architects, artisans, and as of late, an architectural interiors photographer. Yes, That would be me!! Pinch me, please!!

Aside from admiring his work, I love his personality—what’s not to love about a man who’s book is titled, “101 Things I Hate about Your House.” Charming personality aside, the idea of joining James for his podcast created a serious case of “the nerves” but left me flooded with gratitude and appreciation for our conversation. It was an absolute joy and reminder for me to continue to pursue the things in life that scare me the most. These are the opportunities and moments that tend to be the greatest gift.

Thank you, James Swan, for appreciating my work and making room for me in your beautifully curated world. I hope you enjoy the podcast below and I hope we all continue to say yes to life's moments that continue to push our comfort level in a beautiful and progressive way. Xx