A Striking Cobalt Blue

I'm completely ecstatic about my trip to Hawaii next week, and I'm particularly obsessed with this shade of blue that represents the brilliant water of the Maui beach...

(One shoulder drape dress, Trina Turk Enamel Brick Bangle, Dolphin Stud Earrings.)

(Image credit: cocokelley, lonny)

Hawaii Vacation!

I am extremely excited for the upcoming week in which I am vacationing in Hawaii! Inspired by this, I have a look that definitely screams 'beach resort' :)

I seem to be inclining towards lighter, pastel tones these days...

(Image credit: Lisa Maree, Kate Spade , Jimmy Choo, Sestra Moja)

A&F: Paler Hues

 This pretty look from Abercrombie entails paler, and lighter tones depicting a serene mood...

Classic Trench; soft, light pink cardigan; white dress with a sweetheart neckline with subtle ruffle trims; leather flip flops with striped fabric and vintage metal hardware,

(Image credit: Abercrombie, Abercrombie Kids)

Reading Nook

A lovely place to put up your feet, sip some tea, and look out the window...

(Image credit: unknown)

A&F: Simple Summer Cottons

Dark blue scoop neck cardigan (with bow embellishments at the neckline) over a white laced dress accessorized with a colorful, vintage, floral printed tote bag.

Dark washed shorts with cuffed hems and a raw-edged finish, White tank top with scalloped lace trims at neckline and classic braided leather flip flops.

(Image credit: abercrombie, abercrombie kids)

Celebrate Independence!!

Enjoy celebrating the 4th of July weekend with fireworks, crafts, colorful desserts and the patriotic colors...

{Image credit: martha stewart (crafts and desserts), carolina herrera pre- fall 2010,}

Yum!! [home projects]

Please forgive the long silence at Design Perceptions, but now I am back! Now that I think about it there are many more home projects waiting to be done!


1. Tufted headboard in my bedroom

2. There is an unused room on the first floor that I want to be turned into a hangout/guest room..basically something like this...

To achieve this (or something pretty close)...

 3. Backyard Makeover- incorporating a breezy palette with cool glass accessories and dark grey accents...

 (Image credit: Style Hive, west elm, lumens, chiasso)