Loving Lately // 06.24.15

So...I'm just going to sneak a post in here and pretend that it hasn't been months since the last one. And a year before the one before that. Cool? And since I'm not really sure what one blogs about when they've fallen off the blogging wagon, we're just going to start with a round-up of things I'm loving right now, in no particular order. Because that used to be what people came here to see.

Let's see if we can't ease back into this blogging thing and make it stick this time...

First up, Amber Interiors.

images via Amber Interiors

Can't.
Handle.

Her aesthetic was always on point, but it has just gotten better and better through the years. And I love seeing that her shop has grown into a brick and mortar. She is a serious force to be reckoned with, that one.

And because that cool, fresh California style is rubbing off on me (naturally), I went right out and found these beauties from another favorite: HomeGirl Collection.

The name itself is enough to draw you in, no? I love people that don't take themselves too seriously. Definitely keeping an eye on Erin's shop for the perfect pair of indigo pillow covers to add to the growing collection.

Lookin' mighty fly next to Ava's new [old] peacock chair and our white sofa protection from Furb.

Speaking of that angel baby, she's not such a baby anymore. We're coming up on the big #2 in August. Craaaaazy. While I'm not sure when it's time to actually transition to a big girl room, I can't help but start to dream up how her space should look and function. (I've heard to leave them in the crib as long as humanly possible...you know, like until they can escape on their own.)

Per usual, my inspiration file is a hot mess of styles.

 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6

What WILL she love most?

That's all I got. Let's talk again soon. ox

Want in Every Color // 07

Hello hello! Sorry to miss you guys yesterday. We had family in, which meant play time last night and lots of cleaning the night before. (Don't you love that having people over is the number one only reason to deep clean?)

I had something else planned for today's post but then I came across the adorable Candy Kirby Designs and couldn't help but post these presh tot leggings. This is a very literal want them in every color post, friends. So. Cute.

 Candy Kirby Designs

She also sells really bad ass crib sheets. Umm...daaaayum.

Wish I knew I was having a girl. I'd be all over that!

Interiors // Neutral Nurseries

 Jamie Meares via Lonny magazine

Since Eric and I have our 20 week sonogram today (!!!!), it seemed appropriate to talk baby. In case you missed that, we are actually going to see our little nugget in there!! So amazing. I have been waiting for this day for ages. Things are definitely starting to get real around here. My belly is expanding enough that my current pants are just a wee too tight (for all of you other preggers ladies out there, Joe's maternity jeans are a dream), there's always something new happening with my body, we're looking at day care options and, frankly, I'm starting to freak out. Who decided that I should be responsible for a life?!

We've opted not to find out whether we have a Mini Me or Mini E on the way (I know. We're crazy like that.) which means nursery decor will need to remain pretty neutral. I'm not ready to divulge details just yet -- mostly because the room is still acting as a catchall -- but there are a few standout spaces that are seriously inspiring me lately.

Estee Stanley via Lonny magazine

I love the idea of staying pretty light and bright. Pure white may be out of the question as the room just doesn't get that kind of natural light and I don't want it feeling dingy, but I have some colorways in mind.

Design Crisis

Erin killed it in her little man's room. Kid friendly but keeps true to the rest of her amazing home's eclectic, vintage inspired style.

Laura Garcia via Lonny magazine

Per usual, part of me still leans in the exact opposite direction. Dark and moody.

The Cottage Mix

The Glow

Think dark vs light has any effect on a little one's psyche?

* Also, unless you guys tell me differently in the comments, yesterday was my one and only recipe post. Since I usually gauge post popularity by comments and other social media reactions, doesn't seem like that went over too well. Which is totally fine. I'm no food blogger. But speak now or forever hold your peace...