Extending the Olive Branch

There's a new tree in town! 

I think we are all well aware of the Fiddle Fig Tree trend that’s been going strong for over a year now.   To be clear, I am STILL very much obsessed with fiddle fig leaves and all their beauty. 

However, if you are totally over the bright green leaf and ready to move on to something a little more subtle and softer in color then the Olive Tree is totally the tree for you.

 

 

Details on How to care for an Indoor Olive Tree

Having plants in your home provides so many benefits from cleaning the air in your space, prompting relaxation, and they even inspire life and creativity into your home and space.   Don’t worry if you have a black thumb I have a few options for you below too!

Elisabeth Heier’s (Blogger, photographer, and interior designer)

Norwegian Home Incorporates the Olive Tree

 One of the many things I love about the olive tree is you can go big or small!
This happy little tree can sit on your kitchen counter or stand tall in your living room.

Medina Lind

Brown Design Group

 If taking on a live tree is just too much of a thought to bear then why not try a faux olive tree or incorporate branches in your space or even a throw pillow?

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For your Home

1. Throw Pillow - Delightfully Chic Lifestyle Boutique
2. Prints - Color Water
3. Faux Tree - Ballard Designs 
4. Branches - Magnolia Market
5. Tea Towel and Napkins - A Love of Dish Towels  


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Palm-Tastic

One trend that is undeniable this season are those full of life and vibrant in color, gorgeous green palm leaves! Whether styled in a cozy nook, alone in a vase, arranged in a wall collage, on a pillow, or even as wall coverings,  this is a popular look that can't be missed. 

 Styled by Emily Henderson

Here are a few styled looks I completely swoon over and all the details on where to shop to bring a little botanical goodness into your home.  

 Society Social

 Domino

Carly Rae Robinson Artwork

Delightfully Chic Lifestyle Boutique

Decor

 

Domino

 Holy City Chic

 Don't you feel more refreshed just simply looking at these spaces?!  I know I do!

Shop the Look 

 Shop the Look

Delightfully Chic - Palm Prints

Graham & Brown - Wallpaper

Society Social - Pillow

CB2 - Leaves 

The Boxwood Wreath

Every year, thanks to my Mother-in-Law, I have a beautiful fresh boxwood wreath hanging in our home.  Last year's wreath lasted from December- September!!  

I have found if you mist them with water 1-2 times a week and basically just let them be, they last for months!  Yesterday I came home to not one, but two gorgeous wreaths!  I immediately hung the first in our kitchen and the second (after I fancy it with a bow) will hang on our front door. 

 

There are still so many people that stick with traditional evergreen wreaths, but for me the boxwood offers simplicity with classic elegance.  

 

{Inspiration via Delightfully Chic and Pinterest}

Are you a fan of the boxwood like me?!  How do you display your wreath in your home?!

Quote of the Week {Irish Blessings}

Happy St. Patrick's Day week!

May the luck of the Irish be with you on this day and everyday!

 

May you always have
A sunbeam to warm you
Good luck to charm you
And a sheltering angel
So nothing can harm you
Laughter to cheer you
Faithful friends near you
And whenever you pray
Heaven to hear you...

 

 

If I were hosting a festive St. Patty's day soiree...

this would most definitely be my tablescape inspiration! 

Quote Of The Week

Can you believe in all the chaos of planning a wedding (i.e finalizing the guest list) I completely forgot to wear green today?!?!  However, I absolutely plan to cheers a Guinness or two tonight with my darlin' fiance!!

Hope you are wearing your green today!!

May you always have... 

Walls for the winds 

A roof for the rain 

Tea beside the fire 

Laughter to cheer you 

Those you love near you 

And all your heart might desire.

Irish Blessing...

Quote Of The Week

"Once you become consciously aware
 of just how powerful your thoughts are,

you will realize everything in your life is
 exactly how YOU allow it to be."

-melanie moushigian koulouris

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Happy Monday my little bombshells!

I Spy {A Monochromatic Roundup}

By now you are fully aware that Pantone named Emerald the color of 2013.  I could not have been more thrilled with the news as the hue compliments just about every skin tone and shade of tresses in my opinion.  BUT, I say let’s not limit ourselves to only rich Emerald tones and in no way should you limit this gorgeous shade to your clothing only! 
Here is a monochromatic roundup of the gorgeous shade I feel certain you will love!

1. delightfully chic {flower votive}

2. design darling {zebra matches}

3. bauble bar {emerald disco bangle}

4. zara home {ostrich appointment book}

5. shop/ten/25 {green richard nixon throw}

6. urban outfitters {frog salt and pep}

7. iomoi {set of 14 pens}

8. delightfully chic {ceramic plate}

GIVEAWAY: Stella & Dot

Hello Darlings!

I'm absolutely giddy today to bring to you an extra glam giveaway from DC's newest sponsor, 

Stella & Dot via Stylist Seneca McCue!

So here's the skinny...

One lucky winner will receive a pair of gorgeous 

Serenity Stone Earrings ,sure to add just the right amount of pop to any outfit!

Hand cut polished semi-precious dyed jade drops are handset in a shiny 12k gold plated hammered brass bezel. 2" length (value $49)

 Celebs spotted in the teardrop goodness!

How to enter:

1. Become a follower of Delightfully Chic Blog OR let me know you already are!

2. "Like" Stella Dot via Stylist Seneca and Delightfully Chic on the facebook fan pages

3. Share this giveaway on your blog OR facebook page making sure to link back to this post

4. Spread the word and Tweet about the giveaway @tiffanybashley

This means you can enter up to FOUR times!!

**Make sure to leave a comment and your email below letting me know of your entries**

Winner will be selected September 21st!!

Good Luck!

Color Me Happy: Green and Gold

It's almost time to celebrate St. Patty's Day...Do you have your green gear ready?!

Happy Friday!!

dolman sleeve shirt      mint skinnies      kate spade necklace 

green/gold wrap   nanette lepore bag   ivanka trump flat

Sunday Sanctuary

Wow...I am one tired girl!  It has been another jammed packed weekend full of lots of girl time and giggles but, now it's time to wrap things up and slip into my cozy bed for some sweet dreams!

I hope you all had an amazing weekend filled with giggles of your own!

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St. Patty's Cocktails

Bottom's Up

recipes

1, 2, 3, 4

An absoulte must on the little green guys holiday... Irish Car Bomb!!

Garden Fresh Potluck

With spring on the way, it's time to start planting our gardens
(I hope to give it a go this year...we shall see) and planning laid back outdoor rendezvous like this... 



See more of this garden fresh shindig here