Color Me {Cranberry}

Every Thanksgiving the table gets set with golden brown roasted turkey, bright orange yams, gorgeous green brussel sprouts, and an unappetizing lump of cranberry sauce. While the look of the sauce is not that appealing, the color is quite perfect for the season. The brightness of the deep red truly sets the holiday feel of the day and compliments the natural rustic tones of the season. The perfect holiday table for me would be last week’s shade of wheat mixed with the cheery cranberry and neutral navy. The combination could start with your Thanksgiving table and carry through the holiday season by adding in appropriate tones of hunter green. Add in a few metallic tones and you will be set for the season!

Color Me {Burgundy}

Well friends, the first day of fall is finally behind us. Instead of moping in the sadness of summer being gone, I'm going to look to the future full of fall fun. I've packed away the summer brights and pulled out the richer tones of fall. One shade I'm dying over this season is a deep burgundy red. It pairs beautifully with metallics and neutrals alike and I'm loving the idea of incorporating it into every element of my get togethers from cocktails to food to decor. It's especially magnificent when found naturally in elements such as flowers or pomegranates. You can even serve up a nice burgundy wine to compliment the color pallet. Burgundy has to be one of the best shades that translates well from backyard bonfires to holiday meals to weddings. Whatever your upcoming event may be, I hope you incorporate a bit of signature fall shade!

Have a rich Monday!

Color Me {Blood Orange}

On my first trip to Italy years ago, I fell in love with the flavor of blood orange. It's was so distinctive and flavorful and no where to be found when I returned to the states. Ever since that first trip, my love of it grew and so did its availability at home. Since it's my birthday week, I'm filling this week's posts with things I love starting with the color of blood oranges. It's bold, beautiful and different than anything else. With a single slice being an ombré of deep reds, oranges, and everything in between, the combos are sure to create a gorgeous event.

Love blood orange as much as I do? Tune in tomorrow for my blood orange margarita recipe!

Color Me {Harvest Apple}

I have to let you know that as I'm writing today's post, I'm staring out the window at the most beautiful day! It's the kind of Florida fall day that is warm but not humid, full of sun and clear blue skies. It's the kind of day that makes me so happy to be a Floridian. Fall days like this one inspire me to embrace all that the season has to offer. While apples are readily available all year, the best ones come right now. Autumn apples are full of flavor and the color is outstanding. The deep shade of red with hints of gold is a stunning representation of the season and I can't wait to use it in any way possible!

What's your favorite shade of fall?