Our wedding bands are here!! Thank you Nicole Rose Jewelry for guiding us through this entire process, we’re SO happy with how they turned out. I made a little video of the process of us picking them out on my Instagram:
Conner’s Ring: classic comfort fit in yellow gold, 4mm wide
My Band: classic shared prong eternity band with brilliant round cut diamonds
My Engagement Ring: platinum mounting, diamonds 3/4 around the band, low profile basket with eagle claw thin prongs ~ I did a more detailed post about my ring and how Conner proposed right here!
Finally revealing my childhood bedroom re-design!! This time last year, Conner and I packed our bags for what we thought would be a weekend visit back home to my parents’ house in Indiana. Quite the plot twist when our 3 day visit turned out to be a one year hiatus 😅
I love everything about my parents house. They’ve poured their hearts into making it the coziest and most inviting place to be. But… my childhood bedroom remained an untouched relic from my high school days, and those lime green walls had to go. This room went through allll the phases, but in most recent years it just became a hodgepodge of all my Chicago/NYC furniture as you can see:
BEFORE…
I partnered with Kathy Kuo Home, one of my favorite interior design companies, to do a complete makeover of my childhood bedroom. KKH has an incredible collection of classic yet design-forward furniture and decor on KathyKuoHome.com and I had so much fun working with their talented design team to transform this space!
This is a room I’ve spent a lot of time in, and will be a room that Conner and I stay in every time we visit my parents. I wanted it to feel comfortable, inspiring, and like a home away from home for us. My vision was for it to have a modern yet classic vibe with a sophisticated feel. My parents have a modern, Greek-inspired aesthetic going on throughout their house, so I wanted to tie that style into this room that will be their new guest room.
One of my favorite aspects of the entire process was when my designer, Raleene, revealed the two mock-up designs for me to choose from. She pulled my ideas together so perfectly and brought my vision to life better than I could have imagined. I ended up choosing Design A with a few accents from Design B. I absolutely love the final result. The combination of modern and ornate pieces blend together perfectly in this space to create the classic yet contemporary feel I was going for. I’ve linked everything in the room at the end of this post and have a my discount code for you to shop!
TH REVEAL:
I loved finishing up the room with personal design touches to complete the room. That’s always my favorite part of decorating. I left little pieces in the room that have special significance in my life for nostalgic purposes. My wooden ‘Olivia’ stool, a glass heart from my grandma, favorite photos with my family, special books, etc.
I love every piece we picked out, but two of my favorites are: the white slipcovered swivel glider and the Minted figure drawing art pieces framed in gold. The swivel is the most comfortable rocker chair you’ll ever sit in and the fabric is beautiful! The set of art framed in gold hanging above the desk is my favorite art I’ve ever owned. It would truly look amazing in any room.
I’ve been spending so much time in this room because it’s also where I work from home during the day. I can’t tell you how much I love this desk and coordinating desk chair with gold hardware. The space feels peaceful, organized, and inspiring ~ all important aspects of an effective home office! Just add a relaxing WFH playlist on Spotify and I’m in my element.
Be sure to use code OLIVIA for 20% off your next KKH purchase!
They also created this dedicated page on their site with my furniture and more.
Anything not linked I either found in my mom’s house or at Home Goods! This ‘SHOP THE LOOK‘ page includes everything in my room in addition to other pieces that match my aesthetic.
Moving from New York City to Indiana has been quite the change of pace. Getting to spend all of this extra time with my family has been such an unexpected blessing and I love how close my parents have been able to get with Conner. Although most of our lives have been packed away in storage for almost a year now, having a space that felt like our own has been a game changer. There’s just something about an organized, peaceful environment that helps you feel more relaxed, comfortable, and like yourself. It can be as simple as adding plants, changing the paint color, or decluttering. Or if you’re looking for a bigger project to help spark some creativity, KKH’s design services are the perfect way to get started!
Kathy Kuo Home is offering 20% off their design services with code OLIVIA
to any of my readers who want to use their team to help redesign a room (or rooms!) GET STARTED HERE. Thank you for reading this post! I would love to hear your thoughts tonight in the comments on my Instagram 🙂
Every time spring rolls around it brings with it so many things to get excited about. Warmer weather, longer days, blooming trees, and (🥁)…The Kentucky Derby.
If there’s one thing I miss since moving away from Kentucky, it’s the traditions around horse racing. I’ll never forget the first time in college when my friends took me to experience the racetrack for the first time. There’s nothing quite like the southern charm surrounding race day. Getting all dressed up – hat to toe – to mingle with fellow race fans while placing bets on beautiful horses and sipping bourbon cocktails in the sun. Some of my best and most vivid college memories were created in that atmosphere.
Although we won’t be making it to Churchill Downs May 1st, we’ll be celebrating the Run for the Roses from afar. I’m sharing a few tips for how to throw a party like a true Kentuckian with the help of Woodford Reserve and its signature Derby cocktail, the Woodford Spire.
As the official sponsor of the Kentucky Derby, every Derby party should include a bourbon cocktail. You can bring the taste of Kentucky to your guests with this easy recipe. Plus, you can order a bottle of Woodford Reserve using Drizly and save $10 on your Derby delivery with code DERBY10 (CA, CO, FL, DC, and IL) or take $5 off your first purchase wherever Drizly is available using code WRDERBY. Order Here.
The Woodford Spire
● 1.5 parts of Woodford Reserve
● 2 parts Lemonade
● 1 part Cranberry Juice
STEP 1
Add ingredients to mixing glass and stir
STEP 2
Pour over crushed ice
STEP 3
Garnish with a Lemon Twist and enjoy
For the decor, there’s no more appropriate way to add a festive touch to your decor than with a few bunches of red roses 🌹 I found these at the grocery store and couldn’t believe how beautiful they were! The perfect touch to celebrate the 147th Run for the Roses. Also, elevated barware is a must. Little details like a sophisticated mixing glass and mint julep cups add to the theme of the party. Linking the barware I used below for some inspiration:
In addition to a Woodford Spire in your hand, your next best accessory is your hat. I personally prefer a beautiful fascinator (here’s the link to the one I’m wearing above!). You can usually find them for a very affordable price at local discount stores and there are so many great Louisville boutiques that custom make them! Finding a dress is always my favorite part. Derby dressing is fun because it’s a chance to go all out and show your unique style mixed with a southern flair. Some of my favorite places to shop for Derby dresses are:
Now you’re ready to host with the perfect Derby look, taste and feel! Woodford Reserve Bourbon’s goal is always to enrich life with substance and style, and there’s no sporting event with more substance and style than the Kentucky Derby. Dating back to 1875, it’s the longest running sporting event in the US and true icon of Americana. Don’t forget to tune in and watch the most exciting two minutes in sports May 1st. Cheers y’all! 🥃
