Fall 2014 Trend - Grey

I know, I know, Spring has barely sprung and here I am with the Fall 2014 trends.  Over the next few days I'm going to recap what trends I think are important for Fall.  Let's start with grey, it was everywhere!

All images via Style.com

Monochromatic Monday - Black/Grey

Okay, so not a complete monochromatic look, more of an "absence of color" look, but I'm loving it!
1. Darth Vader tee / 2. Heather Hawkins earrings / 3. Mango leopard print coat / 4. Gap clutch / 5. Converse slip-on sneakers / 6. Blank NYC vegan leather pants

Linking up with MomTrends today for the Monday Mingle and with Lena and Rachel for Passion for Fashion!

Monochromatic Monday - Grey

1. Merona ankle pants - $28
2. Old Navy tee- $8.50

3.  Topshop necklace - $30

4.  Sam Edelman shoes - $150

5.  J.Crew Factory shirt - $62.50

6.  White House Black Market bracelet - $48  

7.  Nine West shoes - $30

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Hunter Green + Grey Goodness

I've been seeing lots of hunter green paired with grey out and about right now and I must admit I love it!  I'm not the biggest hunter green fan, this is mostly due to the fact that this sort of green was insanely popular with the middle to low-end upholstery crowd I began my career designing for.  So much so that I could not stand to look at another navy, hunter green, and or burgundy fabric (especially plaid).  It was all too much.  I'm not sure if I will ever warm up to it in my home decor, but I'm certainly warming up to it being in my wardrobe.  Here are a couple of examples of how I would like to wear a little hunter green and grey!

Dress Pants by Eddie Bauer
Mules & Clogs by Free People

Cardigans by Talbots
Pumps by Softspots

Favorite Post - Color coincidence

I’m currently on a family vacation - it’s actually more of a “staycation” with a few little jaunts here and there. So for this week, I decided to repost some of my favorite blog entries from the past. I’m sort of guest posting for myself – ha! If you are a long time reader, you may remember these, if not it’ll be like all new stuff! Either way, I hope you find them interesting and fun! See you back on 7/12!



You know I love a good color trend and a little over a year ago this turquoise/grey one popped out and couldn't be ignored.  I'm still digging it, perhaps I should do a "my take" outfit inspired by it?  Interested?  Originally posted 6/2/09

I'm a magazine-aholic and I had pulled some images over the past few weeks and just stacked them on my desk. I was sifting through them today and noticed a very interesting color palette that emerged. A grey/spa blue/turquoise/silver combination. This also ties in very nicely with my post about The Nines hotel and their gorgeous guest rooms. I really like it!

Image via House Beautiful

Image via House Beautiful

Image via People Stylewatch magazine (June/July 2009) - the colors are so new that they weren't even on Essie's website yet - hence the scan.

The Nines Junior Suite via The Nines

I want this! - MAC Nail Lacquer "Light Affair" - Another Update!

I've been flirting with the idea of greyish nails, why?  I don't know.  I ran across this color (Light Affair) from MAC and it's a lovely pale grey/taupe/mauve.  It appeals to me.  Nails are a great way to change things up, so this might be worth a shot!  Anyone tried this trend?  Any opinions?

*UPDATE*  I purchased this and it's such a nice warm grey.  I almost want to say it comes off as the palest lavender with more red than blue.  Does that make sense?  I painted my toenails with it and I love it!  I will not subject you to my icky, dry feet right now, so I haven't posted a picture.  I say YES to this trend!

*Another Update*  I painted my fingernails and here's a (blurry) picture, just so you get an idea.  I'm loving the color!

Image via Nordstrom(top) and me (bottom)