always allison

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

{whatever wednesday}

{Elie Saab Fall 2016: Could tye-dye and lace look any cooler?}

Image: IMAXTREE

{Must Have: Olsen Twin Mug}

{Adult things: The Adult Egg Hunt at Tower Grove}

See? I wasn't kidding. We really went and hunted for eggs.

{Favorite New Instagram Follow: thepinkflamingostory}

{Desserts and Treats: OBSESSING over this gemstone cake. SO PRETTY!}

Monday, March 28, 2016

Black, white and touches of copper. This industrial-chic kitchen features open shelving, giving the small space a more open feel. The exposed brick always draws me into a room and I love the contrast of a lighter brick with the black floors. Also, I'm having some real oven envy over here because of those gold knobs. What do you think about this kitchen?

This photo unfortunately came from Tumblr, so the source is unknown.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

{whatever wednesday}

Easter weekend is upon us! Time to get ready for Easter brunch, Peeps, bunnies, chickies, bonnets and dresses, Starburst Jelly Beans, and my personal favorite: the day after candy sale! Also, I'm attending my FIRST Adult Easter Egg Hunt this year, which I'm pretty stoked about. I'm sure there will be photos grammed and Snapchats a plenty, so you can follow the fun there. I just started Snapchat for the 5th time, so you can follow me at flamingo314 if you're a Snapchatter as well. I will warn you that I'm new, so my snapping skills are still at a beginner level. On to this week's {whatever wednesday} of gold eggs, pretty pastel desserts, and Easter style libations. Hippity hop, hope you have a wonderful Easter Weekend!

{Mixed Metal Eggs}

DIY Gold Leaf Eggs

DIY Time / Easter Egg Mania

{Robins' Egg: Speckled Egg Cake}

{Peep Party: Chocolate Peanut Butter Peeps Skillet S'mores}

{Peep Peep: Easter Bunny Peeps Race Cars}

{After the Egg Hunt...or before: Caramel Cadbury Egg Martini}

peace, love, sparkles and flamingos,

Allison

Monday, March 21, 2016

Design Inspiration Monday

Metallic wallpaper, pretty please! This ultra feminine staircase nook looks so pretty and peaceful with the ladylike blue hues, gold, silver, and antique furniture. Because of the reflection, metallic wallpapers will brighten a space and is visually pleasing all around. What do you think about metallic wallpaper?

Image Source: Thibaut

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

{whatever wednesday}

You're just in luck! With tomorrow being St. Patrick's Day, this {whatever wednesday} is dedicated to celebrating the luck of the Irish. Have a happy St. Patrick's Day and don't get pinched!

{Golden Token: Shamrock Garland}

So cute, right?!

{Lucky Leprechaun: DIY Pot of Gold}

{Irish Love: Shamrock Irish Flag}

{Top o' the mornin' to ya: Iced Whiskey Coffees with Whiskey Syrup and Whipped Cream}

{Irish Eats: Reuben Waffle Fries}

Monday, March 14, 2016

Design Inspiration Monday

With spring right around the corner, what better way to prepare than with a colorful floral wallpaper? What I really like about this powder room is how the designer kept everything else a simple white rather than pick a color in the wallpaper and use the same color to accessorize. With all the colors on the wall, the clean white keeps the room from looking childish and too matchey-matchey. The black and white abstract artwork adds a modern touch. It's girly and feminine but not completely over the top. Now, I'm not much of a morning person, but I might become one if I could enjoy this bathroom while I conquer my coffee and doll up for the day.

Image Source: Wallpaper for Powder Rooms

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

{whatever wednesday}

Since yesterday was International Women's Day, you'll find a quote from an inspirational woman on this {whatever wednesday}, along with fast hairstyles, currently coveting shoes, sweet treats, and spring time sips.