Home Improvement: The Fireplace

So I've just moved into a new home and I'm currently obsessed with all things home decor. If you follow me on Instagram (username: LoveBrownSugar), you probably saw me posting updates from around my space this week as I'm finally getting settled.

I've dreamed of having my own fireplace for ages. Now I finally have one and I can't be more excited. I decided to use the wooden mantle for displaying my favorite beauty goods and accessories.

My room faces the backyard area so I have a view of the garden out back. Love waking up to greenery and sunlight.

Slowly adding jewels to my decorative jewelry holder. This is a work in progress, I literally have boxes and boxes of jewels to comb through and "edit" so only the best pieces end up here.

 

I'll keep you guys updated on the home design process. In the meantime, check out my "A House Is Not A Home" board on Pinterest. Should give you an idea of my inspiration.

Do you guys have any favorite home decor blogs? Need some suggestions! Hit me up in the comments section below...

How I Rock: Letau Designs:

The lovely people over at Letau Designs asked me to bring this drawstring scarf to your attention, and being the accessories-obsessed scarf lover I am, I obliged! Above I'm sporting the Letau Designs Drawstring Scarf in Black, Grey and Creme plaid. The wondeful thing about these scarves is that they're not your traditional neckwear pieces! They come in lush fabrics, amazing prints and instead of just falling to the wayside, these scarves scrunch aned create an awesomely flattering silhouette around your neck.

Here's how it works...

PNK Elephant Accessories Style Soiree

Last night I had the pleasure of attending a special Style Soiree hosted by the lovely ladies of PNK Elephant Accesories. PNKElephant.com features an amazing line of affordable glam jewelry pieces from bracelets to necklaces and rings. All retailing between $5-$30, the pieces are handpicked with trend and budget in mind. Those being my two favorite things (style + budget), I couldn't miss this one!  So down to Union Square I went. And I'm sure if you follow me on Twitter, you already got the play by play. Here's what I got into...

Upon arrival I was treated to a mini manicure courtesy Ginger & Liz. I opted for their winter green "Blowin' Money Fast", my fave! After that I was escorted around the table to indulge in the beautiful accessories PNK Elephant had to offer, like the gorgeous 4 finger ring pictured above in rose brushed gold.

 They displayed a beautiful array of military-inspired pieces with studding and spikes and multi-finger rings galore! I was in heaven... 

 Imagine my surprise when they mentioned that each guest would be able to pick one item to keep. The hardest thing I did all night was try to decide which item to request. I wanted everything!

Since I've been obsessed with bows lately, my eyes were immediately drawn to this conversation piece. Reminded me of the diamond one I posted HERE so I opted for something different...

In the end, I finally made a choice and requested the hammered gold-brushed ring on the top right above. I loved the hammered effect and thought it was really unique. And it's covered in diamonds, which I love. Which of these pieces are you guys gagging over? Soundoff below!

For more info on PNK Elephant Accessories, check out their Website and Follow @PNKAccessories on Twitter

Confessions of a Shopaholic: Jamila Jo Jewelry

 If you're anything like me, you go giddy for statement accessories. There's something so special to me about finding just the right standout accessory to make your outfit pop. A good friend of mine has started a new jewelry line called Jamila Jo and as a supporter of up and coming indie designers, I was delighted to see how delicate and desirable her new collection is. Let's indulge, shall we?

 Shani describes the line stating "Jamila Jo is best described as a lyrical paradox. It is a mixture of masculine and feminine, trendy and classic, hip hop and gospel, natural and industrial."

 Using natural stones like druzy quartz, greenrock, and turquoise, the line's influences from nature and simple silhouettes give a fresh and pure feel to the pieces.

Here are a few of my faves:

I'm a huge fan of turquoise, in case you weren't aware. Evidenced by my previous posts, I'm quite a fiend for it. So I absolutely love this piece. The Pocahontas retails at only $15 and It's simple, precious, unadulterated turquoise. Just beautiful.

 And last but not least is the....get this...Brown Sugar ($40) ring! Isn't that just perfect? I love that it actually looks like brown sugar, and it's cute! 

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