8.28.2012

COLOUR COATED: RED, WHITE + BLACK

This one is for all you Fifties-lovin' Folks out there!

Easily one of the best decades in history, the Fifties brings to mind everything good in life: checkerboard floors, big ol' juke-box machines and cherry-topped milkshakes. So when it came time to choose the concept for today's Colour Coated post, it's no wonder that my mind drifted to this wonderful bye-gone-era. Inspired by everyone's favourite malt shoppe decor (or perhaps just mine!) - I present to you the ever so classic palette of red, white and black.....

Skin Chair, in red/black, "Liquid Wood" wood/polymer, Archirivolto for Calligaris

BDG Double-Buckle Crossbody Bag, in Red, Urban Outfitters

Lappljung Ruta cushion cover, 100% cotton, 16" x 24", Ikea
Vinyl Tap Wall Clock, made of glass, 17" diameter, Urban Barn

That Ikea cushion has my name all over it! I think I NEED that cushion in my life. What about you? Which is your fav?

20 comments:

  1. I would never have thought I would love a red, white and black room decor, but the Ikea livingroom vignette loooks warm and inviting - not the stark and bold I would have anticipated. And yes, the cushions do have your name on them, Amy! :)

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    1. I agree...I love the red, white and black combo, but it's never been one I'd gravitate towards in decor. But Ikea really made it soft and sweet looking. I'm totally loving that room setting! Happy you do too!!!

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  2. I'm loving the IKEA pillow covers as well. Also, the Skin chairs - so sleek!

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    1. Yes, those Skin chairs are so fun...love the innovative material their made out of!

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  3. I think I just recently shot those cushions at a house shoot last week! Love them. I'm a big fan of the 50's and 60's. Wish I could pop into a time machine!

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    1. Really?!!! That's wonderful. I can't wait to see the results of that photo shoot Janis. I know I'll love it ;)

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  4. Anything to make me feel like I'm back in the 50's or 60's is good with me. I totally wish I could zoom back and see what it was like living back then. I can just hear Buddy Holly in the background!!!

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    1. Haha...love your comment Tracey. Pure awesomeness.

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  5. Love it! That is the colors of our bedroom right now, red, white, black and hint of blue here and there (how2home.wordpress.com/2012/08/06/how-to-our-bedroom-makeover/) check out our bedroom and let us know what you think!

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    1. I just checked out your bedroom. It's so lovely!!! It's fun how many different looks you can get with this colour palette...

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    2. Thanks Amy! I agree :) I think you should totally get the ikea cushion! You can never have "too many" cushions

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    3. Haha...I like your thinking. I think I might just have to.

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  6. I've been wearing a black & white striped dress this summer and love how adding a big bold colourful necklace can make the whole thing so much more exciting. Loving it all.

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    1. Thanks Carol. I'm obsessed with black and white striped dresses. And I can't think of a more perfect accessory than a lovely red necklace. Beautiful!

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  7. Don't you love those black and white pillows at Ikea??

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  8. The color combination actually reminds me of Barbara's home at Vancouver! Great color coated post Amy!

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    1. Thanks Tim!! Yes, this colour palette is so Barbara ;)

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  9. Haha Tim! true, I am so pathetic with my obsession of red and black!

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    1. There's nothing "pathetic" about knowing yourself and your style. I love that you are in tune with colours and patterns that make you feel joyful and excited ;) That is what decorating is all about.

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