Something New

With many new and exciting things happening in my life and no time to blog I decided it was time to revamp! Head on over to my new blog at chicinnovativedesign.wordpress.com 

Thank you all for all the support and views over the years I hope to see you on my new blog soon!

Summertime Sadness

Although it is a very exciting time when summer rolls around it also sad for many of us when we realize we are NOT bikini ready.
thus I have put together some images of wonderful one piece bating suits that will ensure we look our best. After all fashion does inspire interiors!

Image via thisisnext.com

This bathing suit is very traditional in its colours and style as well. The blue and white with the separation of the belt is very similar to what someone would wear everyday to work. It also emulates the colours of a traditional light house inspired cottage.

image via Victoria Secret

This bathing suit I would say encapsulates my style in fashion and interiors. The dark seductive colour paired with mixed metals in the straps and her accessories suggest classic elegance with a touch of a vintage feel. I like to mix different medias in unexpected ways to layer lots of texture, much like the effect her bathing suit gives off. It also reminds me of one of my favourite time time in history, the roaring 20's - Great Gatsby Esq!

Image via fashionbelief.com

This bathing suit for me is very retro chic. It reminds me of shabby chic as well. This could easily set the tone for living space.

image via veranohigh.com

This image reminds me of images of hotels in france and italy. The architecture of the building is echoed in the style of her bathing suit, accessories, and well defined hairstyle.

image via Victoria Secret

This whole image for me is a mood board waiting to happen for a very laid back cottage. Imagine the white linen couches, sandy beige woven carpets, and blue sea accessories!

I would like to add that not only are the one pieces above stunning but so are photo shoot sets! 

As we can see our choice in fashion has a direct effect on our decor choices and vice versa. I hope you all loved my last minute bathing suit ideas and interior decor thoughts!

Talk to you later!

Liberty xoxo

What's New... and Printed

I recently stumbled upon a website that has everything you could ever want in stationary and then some!  Minted.com has several options; such as invitations, announcement cards, personal stationary, ribbons, journals, gifts, and decor - oh my! There is no lack of options that is for sure.

Image Via: Alison Deyette's Blog

Minted offers unique designs from an assortment of designers. There are a few quick steps to go through to create your own personalized invitation making it a user friendly process. You simply choose a style that a designer has created, the orientation of the card, flat folded, etc.. You can add your own photos to personalize, or a landscape you enjoy, even a printed pattern. For the indecisive person you can try your photos in several card options at once to make a quicker and easier decision.

They have endless options in terms of event planning for the DIY'er. If invitations and announcements were not enough add more sparkle to your event with their party decor options. Choose matching table runners, photo backdrops, and banners. The site has easy tabs at the top of the page to find all you are looking for. When choosing a banner more options matching options are available. You can have matching cupcake toppers, table signs, confetti, and paper crowns! 

Image Via : Roubinek Reality Blog - Minted 

They offer several gift options which are easy to create and choose from. You can create stationary by following a few steps such as choosing; style, shape, and colour. The steps to follow to create any item on this site are very easy and straight forward. Many options are offered which help personalize your items even more so. 

Their offerings do not stop there they also have art prints ! They start with a simple invitation you can edit and continue with decor and gifts for your guests. They not only have great journals and stationary as gifts they also include art prints. These prints vary in style, colour, etc... There are custom prints, limited edition, and they even have a styling assistant for you. 

Image via : SF Girl by Bay Blog

They offer different wall design ideas. They have different styled walls in many genres ex. bohemian. They then allow you to shop that wall for ideas to add to your very own walls. An assortment of artists curate different styles and varieties of prints.

They also have a blog Julep. The blog offers several seasonal DIY ideas. All which are super cute! The blog is also super easy to navigate. It has many posts to indulge in; designer interviews, favourite fonts, contests to participate in, products they love, and a whole lot more. The blog is split in different sections which offer more in depth choices. Again very user friendly as they make it easy to find what you are looking for.

Image Via : Minted - Post 28

The contest looks so good I just may enter myself!

None the less Minted offers many options for stationary, invitations, decor, and a wonderful blog! The site is very user friendly and allows for lots of unique touches to be added to whatever you choose to create. It is a resource that DIY'ers can use frequently and the average person can try to create a unique event easily. I will definitely be visiting the site soon to purchase some art prints of my own! Let me know your thoughts after you visit their site and see what they are all about!

Talk to you Later,

Liberty xo