A Sprinkling of Gold for the Living Room
I’ve been really focused on the living room the past couple of weeks probably because we’re expecting guests (and let’s face it, that’s the only time a formal living room ever gets used). As I mentioned Monday, the colors I’m using are gray, white and taupe with touches of black. I forgot to mention I’m using gold as well. Here are some more inspiration pictures for the room that I’ve been storing.
I seriously doubt I’ll pull it all together before everyone arrives on Friday but I’m doing my best!
I obviously have gold on the brain as it’s also a prominent color in my Christmas decor this year. Aren’t the silver cups and these gold pots de crème just stunning?
I should have some more pictures of my Christmas decorations tomorrow.
(Photos: 1.via Trouvais 2.Lonny 3&6.via All the Best 4.Ditte Isager 5.via This is Glamorous)
Stunning images…this is going straight into my dream house folder!
A touch of gold is always a good thing!
Love those pots de creme — wow.
I keep a good book or two in my parlor, and make it part of my day to spend even just a little while there, away from the busy-ness of the “business” side of the house — a book, a wonderful chair, a lovely serene room, and perhaps an adult beverage at my side. I deserve to use my “good” room as much as do my guests!
Merry Christmas!
Cass
I love all of your inspiration so am very sure your living room will end up being totally fabulous!
Somewhere along the way, we decided we were going to make regular use of our “formal” living room (which is more cozy and peaceful and without toys or distraction than formal). My husband and i love to sit in there with a glass of wine and chat. My girls love to sit and talk.
If you make it lovely yet inviting, you’ll want to be in there more often! Have fun!
And thank you for your comment on my cards!
Merry Christmas!
Linsey
Beautiful images! I’m sure your room will be stunning when it’s done. Can’t wait to see.
LOVE IT ALL!! Good luck and Merry Christmas!
Yup, so into gold as well! That top image is just THE BEST…stunning!
this is a great look, sober but lush at the same time. where has it been all my life?! have a great holiday, whatever the house looks like!
Oh yes – love the pop of gold in any room at any time of year. It always adds a little richness to the space.
You have gathered some of my favorite images here! So lovely…the settee in the first image is gorgeous.
Leigha
I am totally on a gold kick, too. And the funny thing is, I really never liked it until recently.
Can’t wait to see your Christmas decorations.
beautiful images!!! love all the gold detailing!!!
I’m diggin’ on gold and hot pink right now. I just spray painted a black lamp…gold and love it!
loving the gold, Ally
Cass and LLH: I’m going to try to do more of that. I like the idea of spending time in the quiet side of the house.
My favorite color combination…so chic and elegant!!
Gorgeous, gorgeous gold!
Good luck getting everything together. I am 100% confident you will pull it all off stunningly. Can’t wait to see the pictures
Have a very, merry Christmas, Ally!
Hey wait a minute..those are my inspiration pictures…just kidding…but they should be! I am sure you will knock it out of the park and it will be spectacular!
Merry Christmas
Sherry
Love that color combo – and your inspiration photos.
Love the inspiration shots! (The photographs of the tables shown in the 3rd image are by David Halliday – we own a few of his photos and they are gorgeous! You can find others here: http://www.carriehaddadgallery.com/index.cfm?method=Photography.ArtistDetail&ArtistID=4E07823A-115B-5562-AA09916E1B710C83)
I just love your blog! I was sent the link just a few days ago from a friend and I think it is so beautiful. Great layout, great content! Keep up the good work!
Em
I just came across your site while searching for decorating ideas – bundles of inspiration here! Thanks!