Mood Board :: Pantone's Margarita

This Texas weather is almost tricking me into thinking it's Spring {we wish}. So today's color board celebrates those sweet Spring months we long for. Number 6 in Pantone's Spring 2012 color trends  is this soft, minty green. Margarita is just like it sounds - a sweet, flirty color that makes you want to sit on a patio in your sundress and sip on... you got it, a margarita.

Top Row :: {Pretty, Yummy, Sleek Shower}

Bottom Row :: {Bath Envy, Tablescape, One Piece Suit}

Trendy Tuesday :: Chalkboards

Chalkboard paint - it's all the rage these days. But lately, I'm seeing tons of uses for it other than your typical kitchen wall. It's a great storage / organization solution and you will also see it on furniture, used for entertaining, gift giving and in wedding decor. Here are some of my favorite chalkboard uses:

{Cheese Tray, Headboard, Bathroom}

{Refrigerator, Dresser, Cart}

{Wedding Program, Gifts, Placemats, Wine Number}

{Storage, Table Number, Organizing Kids}

Mood Board :: Pantone's Solar Power

Solar Power is a warm, bright yellow hue that instantly makes you happy. The brightest of the Spring 2012 Palette, Solar Power can be used in small doses or in full saturation. My favorite is the tile detail on that bathroom wall - so unique and gorgeous!

I hope this board brightens your day!

First Row :: {Doors, Centerpiece, Bathroom}

Second Row :: {Cake, Drawers, Dress, Adobe}

Trendy Tuesday :: Ombre

By definition ombre is a shaded or graduation of color. Lately, I've been seeing it everywhere from fashion, to interiors, to event decor. It's commonly seen in bright or pastel applications but I tried to include a few neutral ones but I'm more drawn to the bright colors :)

BTW - I totally plan on painting a dresser like the one below in the very near future!

{DIY Dresser, Nails, Placesetting}

{Cookies, Glasses, Bag}

{Cake, Placecards, Throw, Pendant}

{Fondant , Shower Curtain, Stairway, Florals}

{Ruffles, Invitation, Bedding}

{Real} Little House :: BIG NEWS!

Well I've been harboring a little secret and now it's time for it to come out! I have decided to leave my wonderful & rewarding career in kitchen & bath design and start a new adventure. So I would like to introduce my very own event + interior styling & design company:

Jen Rios Design

We are under construction around here at Jen Rios Design but in the meantime you can view or Facebook page or contact Jen for inquiries!

WOW! A new marriage, a new home, and a new business - 2012 is sure to be the best year ever!!!