travel color palettes

Creating color palettes and mood boards isn’t exactly rocket science but I can’t help be in awe of how gorgeous some can be. They open your eyes to colors you may not have seen and it’s so interesting to see how the colors play off of each other. It makes me think of one of my favorite abstract painters, Mark Rothko and his color theories – so simple, yet fascinating at the same time.

Today I pulled my inspiration from one of my favorite blogs, Creature Comforts and her daily color inspirations. Also check out DesignSeeds for more beautiful palettes. I used photos from one of my favorite trips to Positano and Rome, Italy. 

fashion52: photo challenge (6/52)

I've been crushing on this purse at Target for a few weeks now. It would definitely add a huge splash of color to the late winter season and flow perfectly into spring. The handles and internal color are navy - which would work PERFECTLY with the navy peacoat I just snagged up this winter. I love how the print is fun and playful, yet the structure is very elegant and classy. It's the salty+sweet perfect combination.

I usually go for timeless, classic, purse styles - but this one MIGHT have to be an exception. Did I mention it also has an extra cross-body strap? very 'cherry on top' I think. :) 

fashion52: photo challenge (4/52)

In attempts to not let the weather get me down (currently -2 out there) I decided to go for a more colorful ensemble. I'm a strong believer in 'you feel how you dress' or vice versa so HOPEFULLY, by doing this, I can stay positive, think warm thoughts and avoid uprooting the entire family to some quiet beach town somewhere in Hawaii (even tho that actually sounds pretty amazing right now). :)

Aldo Boots, American Eagle Tank (both a few seasons ago)
bright pink necklace made by me for only pennies from random garage sale necklace torn apart  - Love :)