Housing Trends eNewsletter- Jackie Orr

Let's see what the end of the year trends say...    Housing Trends eNewsletter- Jackie Orr

What is the Pantone Color of the Year? Radiant Orchid of Course!

Photo courtesy of Pantone

It is that time of year again when Pantone announces the color of the year. This year, on December 5th, a purple - more precisely - "Radiant Orchid"was selected. It is described by Pantone Executive Director Leatrice Eiseman as "An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health. It is a captivating purple, one that draws you in with its beguiling charm.”


I have already seen pictures of a Radiant Orchid Keurig - how fun is that?! 
For home interiors, this color will create drama used liberally and at the same time, when used sparingly, is just delightful. I love it with, gray, gold for a sophisticated look; with yellow or turquoise for a more relaxed feel and pair it with red for some interesting energy.For home interiors, this color will create drama used liberally and at the same time, when used sparingly, is just delightful. I love it with, gray, gold for a sophisticated look; with yellow or turquoise for a more relaxed feel and pair it with red for some interesting energy.

For stationery, this would look great engraved with gold, or printed with deeper purple .
On a layered card, love it with silver or navy blue - so many options!

For the fashion minded, click here for the spring runway trends.
For the official announcement, click here

Honeycomb Chic

Honeycomb patterns are chic right now, from the runway to the mailbox to the table. Loving it in black and gold - enjoy!

Image from WHOWHATWEAR

Box set of 6 for $14 from Smock

Insanely gorgeous from Luscious Verde's new Wedding Album - a honeycomb wrap in gold

 Throw back for some:

Post Cereal

Great texture!

What's Your Letterhead?

If the font looks familiar to you, it is inspired from Chateau Marmont.

both photos from Chip-NY.com

I recently came across a great new site and had to share - it's called Letterheady and has a fabulous collection of images showcasing letterheads of those in the business - look for Lena Dunham/Steven Spielberg/Marilyn Monroe/Rolling Stones/Ghandi  - worth the time to peruse and it is so much fun! See if it inspires you and your personal paper style...

Sweet Feet

One of my favorite baby announcements, created for a special little girl... using Luscious Verde papers with raised pink feet and matching liner. Pink and cream papers with chocolate font (no calories).

Some Things I've Meant to Say

Well, it has been a while! I took a little break last August with the intent to pick up right as the kids went back to school. That didn't happen. I took a longer break and then again extended my time away from Fresh Thoughts... but here I am. Did you miss me? I heard from some of you that you did, that was so nice.
Anyway, so here are some of the things I might have posted on:

Pantone color of the year - 2013 - emerald green - love it for paper and jewels! And I might need to pick up this head to toe emerald green BR look I just came across...

Silver Linings Playbook - Fabulous and Bradley Cooper is too good looking.

Golden Pheasant reopens! Love the font menu (of beers). Yes, my friends own it but I would rave regardless!

Madison, Wisconsin is so colorful in the fall - Farmer's Market - and cheese curls are something to ponder.

Fairy Tale Invitation for a Princess!

Invitation by Orrganics, photography by Ken Stoudt

Deer Valley Celebrity Skifest doesn't disappoint - love Deer Valley and Melissa Etheridge rocked the house.

Saturday night private concert at The Montage for JUMA's  Celebrity Skifest, benefiting Waterkeeper Alliance

Mountain Yoga

This is an amazing burst of flavor - I had to stop myself at 2

On Wisconsin! Trip to the Rose Bowl was fun even though our team lost... Rose Bowl Parade floats are glorious up close! Seeds and flowers - colors are so pure and vibrant!

Kate's expecting! Simply glowing in red.

American Psycho style business card - fun project! 

Business card designed by Orrganics

Again, Obama's girls rock the jewel tones at the Inauguration - Mama has some awesome boots!

NOLA! Superbowl was fabulous and blackout will be remembered.

My MVP!

Is this my future?

Worth every single bite, Cafe du Monde

Isn't it obvious?

It's good to be back!