Back to school season: a fresh perspective on neutrals

I realize it has been over a week since I have shared a blog post of inspiration, I can't even believe how it got away from me. I think I was feeling a little bit of lack of inspiration on what to write about. Nothing was truly inspiring me. As timing would have it, I had to get back to NYC for a few meetings, events and the NY NOW show. Thank God! 

There is nothing like putting yourself in a different environment that truly can reinvigorate your inspiration, excite you and get you fired up about what you are meant to do. After taking a few days away, I realized just how much I'm evolving and transitioning into some new career goals and objectives. Out of me has come a totally different perspective as to how I see my future and what I want to create next. 

It feels like a new fresh slate. Isn't that how the 'back to school' season is supposed to feel? 

For one, I'm in a beige mood. All things beige and layered neutrals everywhere. Mixing things perfectly with elements of the earth like wood and crystals is so hot right now too. What I have noticed about neutral interiors is that there is a cozy fresh perspective. So while for Spring and Summer all white looks so good, all beige is much better for transitioning into Fall. 

You don't necessarily have to commit to all beige, you can layer neutrals as you choose. Soft greys, light browns and even dusty shades of pink can be considered neutral. The point is to create a mix that looks beautiful to you. 

When it comes to 'back to school' season, I get excited to believe in the possibility of what the next year will bring. This is the season for prepare for that excitement, you start freshening up your things and relaxing into the mood of what you want in your life for the future. I just love the coziness of Fall and what it brings. 

SHOP MY CURRENT FAVORITE NEUTRALS: 

images via: AMR | Stephan Julliard 

Currently Crushing on: Platner chairs

In case you haven't already noticed, I am incorporating more of a modern + contemporary flair to my style. As always style evolves and tastes change but currently, I'm on this super mod kick. After my time at 51fifteen, I decided that I needed to get some Warren Platner chairs STAT. I've got my eye on a set like this  for a dining room install. 

Platner chairs aren't new or fresh on the scene by any means. Warren Platner was an architect and interior designer who used to work for Saarinen's firm back in the 60's. Then, as many talented designers who work under geniuses, he went on his own and partnered with Knoll to create these marvelous chairs along with ottomans and tables. I think it was around '66. In the super mid century modern fashion. To. Die. For. 

They really have never been out of style, I swear I see these chairs in the most amazing interiors. From super contemporary to even bohemian glam spaces and they make such a fantastic statement. You can find them everywhere now, they even make affordable knock offs. You can also get original vintage and get them redone in your own fabric. 

Take a look at some of my favorite vignettes. 

SHOP PLATNER STYLE: 

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