Honeysuckle Pink

Back in December Pantone announced that Honeysuckle Pink is the new color for 2011 for fashion and home. I had no idea there was a designated color of the year. Apparently this has been going on for years, where have I been? Last year's color was Turquoise, which now explains why there was so much Turquoise around last year. I happen to love Turquoise so I was okay with it. I really like this year's color too. In my mind, you really can't go wrong with Pink.

According to the Pantone's website, Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging and uplifting. It elevates our psyche beyond escape, instilling the confidence, courage and spirit to meet the exhaustive challenges that have become part of everyday life.

Wow, one color can do all that?? It sounds perfect! From the description, I would imagine a lot of thought goes into picking the color of the year, I mean it is the color of the year, that's pretty big, you don't want to mess this one up. So now I'm wondering what colors were the runners up?

Since now I know the color of the year, I can look for ways to incorporate it in my wardrobe or decor (even though I'm pretty sure pink will not be part of our decor, I can't imagine Jeff would be a fan).

Here are some things I think would work.

The Boden Smart Shift Dress, this would be really cute with a cardigan.

Knockout Pout Essie Nail Polish

Banana Republic Cardigan. Anyone that knows me knows that I love cardigans and I really don't need another one, but I don't have one in Honeysuckle Pink.

Kate Spade Bag

Kate Spade Shoes

Balenciaga Handbag

Kate Spade Stationary

The Boden Brittany Jumper, I'm totally into stripes right now.

I think this color is best used in small doses or as an accent color. Here are some examples I found to give that pop of color.

Rug from Target

Jonathan Adler monogram pillow

Kate Spade vase

Jonathan Adler pillow

Jonathan Adler pillow

Here are some examples of Honeysuckle Pink used in decorating. I think some of these may be a bit much, but still fun to look at.

Image via Apartment Therapy

image via Elle Decor

Image via HGTV

image via Apartment Therapy

image via Elle Decor

image via Apartment Therapy

Portland Auto Show

Tonight we went to the Auto Show. Jeff has been SO excited for this night all week. I had never been to an Auto Show, and so I had no idea what to expect, but I ended up having a great time. Here are some pictures.

Jeff is checking out one of the cars

Testing out the BMW, I've always loved BMWs. I could get used to driving this.

The Ultimate Driving Machine.

Jeff testing another car

The Porsche Panamera was one of our favorite cars there.

Another picture of the Panamera.

Being tall does have some disadvantages, we realized that Jeff cannot fit in some cars. He has always loved the Volkswagen CC, but I guess we can take that one off our list now.

Another car Jeff cannot fit in. There were several more, but I didn't take pictures of all of them.

The new Chevy Volt, I thought it was a cute little car, I would drive it, but Jeff might be a little too tall for this one too.

Just a random picture of the car show.

We had a great time and I'm excited to go again next year.

Portland Print

I love this print of Portland by Albie Design.

The one of Seattle is pretty great too.

Check out the other prints here.

Calypso for Target

I'm a big fan of the collaborations Target does with designers and so I was thrilled to hear about the one with Calypso St. Barth. It sounds like their collection will not only have women's clothing and accessories, but will include home goods as well. I'm super excited about that. I love the Calypso rugs and I can't wait to see what other items will be included in their collection, which will be in stores May 1st.

Advice

This year I didn't make any resolutions for the new year, but I think I may take some of these words of advice and try to apply them to my life.

Image via Stephmodo blog

Candles

I'm not sure what these candles smell like by Lollia and actually I've never heard of this brand, but I think I would buy them just based on the packaging. I love the colors.

From Recently Updated

Images via Lollia website

Workout Stairs

One thing I miss from my days of living in Los Angeles is working out on the Santa Monica stairs. I knew that I would miss the stairs, but I just didn't realize how much. The stairs became my Saturday morning ritual and I looked forward to them every weekend. I loved the view of the ocean, it was such a great way to start out the weekend. Also, you never know who you might see working out on the stairs, my sisters and I saw Ray Liotta once (not a huge name, but still a celebrity sighting). Here is a picture of the stairs I found on Google Images. This is the bottom half of the stairs, you can't see the top portion, but on the top there are just as many stairs as the bottom. Such a great workout, I loved them.



Since getting married and moving to Portland, I've been on the lookout to find a replacement for these beloved stairs, but I haven't found anything yet. About a month ago Jeff was reading Sunset magazine and came across a book called "The Portland Stairs Book" by Laura O. Foster. I knew this was a book I needed to get my hands on. I picked it up at the library and this weekend I'm going to drive around and scout out some of the stairs, thank goodness for three day weekends. I can't wait to let you know what I find.

Snowstorm?

Right now they are predicting snow on Tuesday, six inches! I'm kind of excited. It seems like everything in Portland shuts down when we only get an inch of snow. I really could use a snow day.

I love this picture. It makes me want to stay inside, bake cookies and have a marathon of chick flicks.

Picture via thrilld

The Barcelona Chair

I love this chair.

I did some research on the Barcelona Chair and it was designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. I'm amazed it was designed in 1929 and it has stood the test of time, it's such a classic piece. I love the modern clean lines.

But...I am NOT loving the price tag. Why does it have to be so expensive?

Here are some photos I found via Houzz

contemporary living room design by san francisco architect Mark English Architects, AIA

contemporary living room design by toronto interior designer Mark Dodge Design

modern living room design by san francisco architect Studio Sarah Willmer

contemporary living room design by san francisco architect Fougeron Architecture FAIA

modern living room design by san francisco architect Rossington Architecture

living room design by austin architect Winn Wittman Architecture

living room design by photographer Elad Gonen & Zeev Beech

contemporary family room design by denver architect Robert Hawkins

modern living room design by los angeles architect Kanner Architects

modern living room design by new york architect Rodriguez Studio Architecture PC

Christmas Lights

One of the things I wanted to do this year for Christmas is go to Peacock Lane. Every house on the street decorates for Christmas. You can drive or walk through the street, we decided to walk because the line of cars trying to get to the street was pretty crazy. Even though it was raining, I think walking is better, you can see all the lights and you don't have to wait for the cars in front of you. Plus people watching is always entertaining. Here are some pictures. I really wish I would have taken more.