Did you all tune in to the closing ceremonies in London last night? Feels like the olympics flew by, and now we’ll have to wait four more years until we get to watch the summer games again. Jenn here, and no matter how old I am, I seem to get the same feeling watching the Olympics that I did as a kid: That’s going to be me someday. Of course, now it’s more of a metaphor! In any case, this year’s games left me feeling super inspired and reminded me that great things can be achieved through hard work. And for those of us without medals, there’s still plenty of room for gold in our lives. Right now I’m loving gold paired with cream, and dying for a set of gold flatware. Even a can of gold spray paint can transform an old piece of furniture, plastic toy, or tree branch into a piece of art. This metallic hue is so fresh and fun these days — there’s a reason it’s reserved for top honors! And you don’t necessarily have to break the bank to incorporate a little gold into your decor. Can you believe the beautiful white and gold bowl on our styleboard is only $13 on etsy? So when it comes to housewares and accessories, don’t be afraid to go for the gold!
*images: claudia strasser via the paris apartment, justin lee photography for beau and arrow events via style me pretty, linea ice oro flatware from muhs home, {row 2} paper maché bowl from etco, zag gold leaf tray from gretel, {row 3} found via meek-n-mild {row 4} gold confetti photo by shandi-lee, triple dipper earrings from anthropologie, luxe shine wallpaper from anthropologie, megan miller nail polish from anthropologie, assorted hello cards from rifle paper co., lauren moffat fall 2012 collection {row 5} image found via designlovefest pinterest board, mark gold leafed desk from worlds away, vintage gold spotlight from gallavanting girls
absolutely in love with everything in this post!!! i’ve been all about gold for the past couple of years and you’ve brilliantly captured exactly why… just brings so much glamour and instant pupil dilation
! thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much, Yewande!
Love this style board! Can’t get enough of pretty metallic gold these days. Sad the Olympics are over but really enjoyed watching them! Great post
xoxo – Julie
Thank you, Julie! I’m sad they’re over, too.
I love the gold pillows and the gold leafed desk! Gold makes such a good accent to any outfit or any room!
Thank you, Jackie!
I just love gold…beautiful style board!
xxx
i read your blog daily and was hoping for a GOLD monochromatic monday! love everything about it!
wow!! great finds!! I really love the gold silverware!
I’ve been having a thing for gold lately… I just adore your picks here!
Randomly stumbled upon your blog and loved everything I saw! This is such a cute entry, great inspiration for the gold!
xx
Marie Mee