Monday, August 18, 2014

The Only Thing That Separates Us From the Animals

…is our ability to accessorize."




That is one of my all-time favorite quotes (from one of my all-time favorite movies: "Steel Magnolias") which, when I think about it, is something I take pretty seriously in my life.  On a daily basis, I am accessorizing…my home, other people's homes, myself, my child, and, yes, even on occasion, my husband.

Fall is my favorite time of the year.  Could it be because that is when I was born?  Maybe.  I tend to gravitate toward the autumnal color palette, love anything pumpkin (pie, cookies, bread, jack-o-lanterns, decor, the color orange…you get the picture), and simply adore sweater weather.  Life doesn't get much better than a chunky sweater (not too chunky to make you look like the Pillsbury Dough Boy, but just chunky enough), jeans and just a hint of a chill in the air.  Sigh...


Home Accessories

Positively Chic's Fall Picks


1.  Found Demijohns by Ballard Designs
2.  Graphic Throw in Orange Chevron by Wisteria
3.  Antique Mercury Glass Pumpkins by Pottery Barn
4.  Assorted Pillows by Wisteria
5.  Sicily Vases by Pottery Barn
6.  Check out your local nursery for fall mums!
7.  Burlap Bow Wreath at Etsy
8.  Battery-Operated Dream Candle with Remote by Frontgate.  These candles look so real, you have to look twice.  A remote?  How awesome is that?
9.  Bountiful Harvest Wreath by Horchow



Fashion Accessories

Positively Chic's Fall Picks


Chic: Gucci Nouveau Suede Fringe Shoulder Bag at Saks Fifth Avenue




Cheap Chic:Annette Western Boots by Topshop

Chic:  MOTHER Slouchy Boyfriend Jeans
Cheap Chic:  Ripped Jeans with Leather Belt by Zara




Chic:  Jimmy Choo Addison Leather d'Orsay Pump at Saks Fifth Avenue



Plus:  Add pops of emerald green and oxblood 
in your accessories for an instant update that says
 "I am Fall 2014!"  Or, just because you like the colors.  HA!



Positively yours,








Paula Chamblin Aulino
Associate ASID