Beach Blues

I am on the hunt for some great accessories for the new house ...
so I am loving these fun, nautical themed homewares.
I really don't need much of an excuse to hit the shops!

Melissah xox

Credits : Bright Bazaar, homewares by West Elm 

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Summer Homewares

 

With the new beach house decorated in accent shades of
aqua, blue and turquoise
These homeware accesories would fit in just perfectly!

Melissah xox

Credits : Bright Bazaar, homewares by West Elm 

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Tropical Colour

Lovin' this colourful inspiration!

Loving these fun, bright accessories
for summer beach style.
Here's a sneak peak at next summer's new seasons' homewares.

{For more colourful ideas for summer check out homewares brand Citta Design}

Melissah xox

Images via 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, moodboard by Cosatal Style

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Fire Island Beach House

Today I'm in need of a burst of colour to get me motivated!

I love this colourful beach house because it breaks the trend of whitewashed, nautical-inspired schemes, which I love, but every so often we have to mix things up a bit. With a colour block approach to decorating, this Fire Island beach house certainly fits the bill. I love how simple shelving and bookcases have been made into interesting features with a quick coat of paint. The accessories are simple but make colourful statements. Although bright hues are used, they are used in an understated but playful manner. And don't get me started on that quirky yellow mini surf shack / bathing box! What a perfect way to finish off the outside of this fun, casual beach house.

Check out country Road Homewares for similar colourful accessories.

Melissah xox

Source : Bright Bazaar, homewares : Country Road, moodboards by Coastal Style

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Beach House Accessorising - Decorating Tips

 

 

 

 

Homewares and Accessories

Accessories chosen for their coastal or nautical theme evoke a sense of a magical life by the sea.  Model ships, sailboats, fishing floats, baskets, coral, artwork, driftwood, nautical equipment and hurricane lamps all contribute to a coastal theme.

Use coffee tables, side tables, wall units and consoles to display your accessories. Beautiful bold corals are stunning and give an instant ‘wow’ factor to your room. Small accessories look great in fisherman’s baskets on the floor, fill them with rope balls or fishing floats. Simplicity is the key when deciding on accessories so keep the look clean, breezy and clutter free.

Melissah xox

Images via Coastal Style Pinterest, homewares via John Lewis

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Seaside Inspired Table Setting

Are you dreaming of summer days? 

This beautiful table setting created by stylist Katja Graumann and 

the talented photographer Julia Hoersch was inspired by the sea and summer. 

It puts me in the mood for a bit of entertaining! 

Melissah xox

{photography julia hoersch for living at home}

 

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The Art Of Framing

 

Here are some interesting ideas for creating gallery-like picture walls. The idea is great in theory but can ending up looking a bit of a mismatch if you don't stick to a few simple guidelines. I always suggest you keep it to a simple colour combination - black and white is an obvious choice but the results are always successful. It's best to stick to one colour mount card - white of course and one single colour for the frames. Then to create interest vary the size and type of the frames and the size of the finished artwork. Then fun is then all in the hanging!

Melissah xox

Images via 1-2, 3

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Beach Blues

 

Beach Blues - Get The Look

Colour your home with beach inspiration.

Blue and white with natural textures is a look that never dates… it’s a relaxed and beachy. This look echos warmth, comfort and the memories of seaside joy! You can dress up this colour palette for a chic nautical look or give it a casual, dressed down feel with rustic, textured pieces like we see here.

Melissah xox

Images via 1, 2, 3, 4, 4 by Coastal Style, 5

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