Introducing Somewhere, Lately

Hello, hope you'll come visit my new blog I was telling you about...after 3 months, it is finally up and running. Happy weekend everyone! xo

Serena & Lily Beach Market

A beautiful photo tour of Serena and Lily's new digs - I would love to live here, wouldn't you? 

need these hanging seats!

all images via serena & lily

swoooooning

Check out the complete tour here.

Dress Your Walls

Hello loves, I'm sorry for my 'here' and 'there' blogging lately - I'm working on something pretty exciting, and will share more very soon, so I've been extremely busy with that and LIFE.

I've been dreaming about wallpaper the past few weeks (or years), but have decided not to wallpaper our current home - rather, wait until we are in a home we will stay for a longer period of time. I have been finding all kinds of amazing wallpaper as of late, and wanted to share some of my favorites with you.

I would love to use this in a playroom or kid's bath 

this might be my absolute favorite 

love this purple stunner 

this is great 

source unknown - love the block print

So, would you wallpaper your home? 

Summer Bucket List

Probably not what you are thinking - this is not my 'personal summer bucket list,' rather a list of my favorite bucket bags for summer. Bucket bags are back in a major way, and I think this is a look people either love or hate, there is no in-between (or is there?). I personally love the look, and think these bags are great for days when you don't feel like lugging around a giant carryall. 

top row: 1 / 2 / 3

middle row: 1 / 2 / 3

bottom row: 1 / 2 / 3 

What do you think of the 'bucket bag'? 

Mother's Day Lust List

Just a few things I wouldn't mind receiving on Mom's Day...

panama hat 

clutch 

fig

high tops

jumpsuit

Quite the variety, huh? Happy Tuesday! xo

Cinco de Drinko Fashions & a Winner

Happy Friday, ya'll! I'm SO happy for the weekend...it's been such a long week over here, how about you? 

Cinco de Mayo is one of my favorite smaller holidays, because I love Mexican food and tequila. Give me an enchilada and a margarita, and I'll be a happy camper...just kidding, but really.

Do you have any fun Cinco plans? Here is what I'd love to wear to a party at the beach...

...in other exciting news, the winner of the Locally Grown tee is Lauren, congrats lady! I'll be contacting you shortly.

Happy weekend, everyone! xo 

All Tied Up

One look I'm really loving for summer is lace-up sandals. Throw them on with a romper, boyfriend jeans, or your best summer dress to take your look to the next level. Here are a few of my favorite ensembles featuring the lace-up sandal...

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Get The Look

top row: ZARA / SHOEMINT / ZARA

bottom row: SOPHIA WEBSTER / BRIAN ATWOOD / TOM FORD

Moroccan Inspired Master Bedroom

A bedroom for someone who was looking for a clean, but not sterile look with a Moroccan influence. We decided on creamy whites, and pops of fuchsia to add a feminine touch without overpowering the bedroom. I'm crazy about this pendant, I'd love to add it to my own master bedroom. 

happy hump day! 

Giveaway: Locally Grown Clothing

Hello, we've made it to Thursday omg...it's Tuesday?! I'm here today with a fun giveaway from Locally Grown Clothing Co. I'm personally a huge fan of their tees - they are the softest, great for a laid-back summer look, and I'm always excited to support businesses with products made in the USA!

Sophia, sporting the California Bear Onesie 

 I have the matching California Bear tee, and I have one up for grabs today! You don't have to be from Cali to rock this tee this summer (hello, Iowa pride!), all you have to do is enter the giveaway.

Side note - anyone know how to remove paint splatters from a mirror? painters these days...

To enter:

1. Follow Decorgreat via Google Friend Connect

2. Visit Locally Grown Clothing Co's website

3. Leave a comment letting me know you've done so - it's that simple!

4. For additional entries (1 for each action item)
- tweet about the giveaway and link to it (leave a comment for additional entry)
- pin an image from the post, linking to the giveaway (leave a comment for additional entry)
- instagram a photo of this tee with the hashtag #decorgreatgiveaway (leave a comment)

Winner will be announced on Friday!  xo

DIY Oly Studio Pipa Side Table

I have long been ob-sessed with the Oly Studio Pipa Table, have a looksie...

images via 

Unfortunately for me, the $1,500 price tag just wasn't gonna cut it for a side table. Bummer, right? Enter: Home Goods shopping trip last week. I was not looking for anything in particular, but as soon as I spotted this metallic monster, I knew I had to have it. I know, not cute - but the shape was definitely there. I knew with a little spray paint, it could look like the real deal. For $99, I didn't have much to lose. To my studio garage we went. 

looking good already...getting excited

voila! 

I still have a few things to do to finish this area (style the bar cart, order an ottoman, steam the chair, etc), but I am loving the way the table turned out. Not bad for $1,400 off, don't you think? 

Happy Monday! 

weekend

photo by christian chaize 

Favorite Drugstore Lipstick

We've made it to Thursday! I'm super excited about this post, because who doesn't love a great drugstore beauty find? Recently, I've become slightly obsessed with lipstick (I used to wear gloss only), and found myself super disappointed with the Mac lipstick I bought...I know, I know why would I buy it if I tried it and liked it? Well, I like the color, but I hated the way it felt on my lips, and it had a bad taste (like a lot of lipsticks). 

I was scanning the makeup aisle at Target the other day, and spotted Kate Moss for Rimmel Lipstick for $5, what did I have to lose? 

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I found a shade very similar to the Mac color I had purchased, and tossed it in my cart, not expecting much. I was wrong. Like woah, I love this lipstick! You definitely have to give it a try - it is buttery soft, smells pretty good (seriously), and is so smooth on (Mac seemed very dry). I am definitely going back for more colors! I purchased 14, and love it - perfect neutral shade for everyday wear (great for lipstick beginners, like me!). 

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To me, the hardest part about buying drugstore lipsticks, is knowing what the color will look like ON - why don't drugstores have testers?! But I found this amazing-ness, and couldn't  be more excited. I'm definitely going to be purchasing numbers 12, 7, and probably 11 as well. 

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Which shade is your favorite? Do you have a fabu drugstore beauty find? 

Summer Blues

Happy Tuesday, ladies! Today, I'm sharing a design board I created for someone looking to add a little summer punch to a sitting area. We focused on creamy ivories, indigos, browns, and lots of texture - I'm loving the look we ended up with.

By replacing a sofa with rattan chairs, layering rugs, and adding new throw pillows, a space can be quickly transformed for the season. I absolutely love this laid-back look, and wish I could transition my living space for summer, how about you? If you're on a tighter budget, simply switching up your throw pillows is a great way to change the look of an entire room. Mix and match pillows are my favorite - just be sure to choose patterns of different sizes, and a color pallet that is easy on the eyes. 

What is your favorite way to 'summer-ize' your home? 

Designer Crush: Emily Henderson

I recently stumbled upon Emily Henderson's blog, and fell in love. How did I not know about this amazing lady?! I have no idea. I mean, I do watch every HGTV show ever created...but somehow, missed her in the shuffle that is my life. I was instantly drawn to her eclectic design style, and agree with her philosophy that you should design your home for YOU, not for others, or for what you think it is 'supposed' to look like. Take a look at some of my favorite spaces from her portfolio...

all images via 

Do you like these eclectic looks, or do you prefer a more refined style? 

Happy Friday, loves! xo