Lilly Pulitzer – Page 2 – PINEAPPLES AND SWEET TEA

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Charleston & Isle of Palms

July 27, 2020 No Comments

Last spring, we were lucky enough to attend a round at The Masters. A once in a lifetime experience. We were only a few hours away from Charleston, so we decided to spend a few days in the Charleston area. A few days relaxing at the beach and enjoying all the area has to offer was the perfect way to spend the rest of the week. I love the South I am really a southern belle stuck in the Midwest.

There are so many beautiful resorts and beach properties to choose from, and we decided to stay at Wild Dunes Resort. Wild Dunes is on Isle of Palms, just a short drive from Charleston proper. The property and grounds are beautiful, and we chose to rent a townhome. The location was perfect, beachfront with a pool. Our unit had one bedroom and bath on the main level, with the living area, laundry, and kitchen. The upper level consisted of the master bedroom, bath, walk-in closet with a gorgeous view of the beach and ocean. The unit also had a nice balcony overlooking the water. I went out one morning and enjoyed a beautiful sunrise.

Wild Dunes consists of the main resort, The Boardwalk Inn, and many cute little villas and townhomes. A golf course and tennis courts are also on the property. A few shops and a spa line the boardwalk as well. We enjoyed dinner in the casual bar and sat by the fire pit in the evening in the most comfortable rockers. The staff was so accommodating and I know it is definitely a place I will visit again.

Isle of Palm is a combination of old beach homes and newer modern homes. It had a casual feel and we enjoyed exploring the shops. Coconut Joe’s is a must for beachfront dining, and they make a great daiquiri. I love going to the local spots when I travel. Miniature golf and dinner at an Irish pub made for a lovely evening. We spent two days just relaxing and enjoying the beach.

We headed into Charleston proper for a day of exploration. The old towns of the south are my favorite places to visit, so much history. You can just imagine the families that lived in these beautiful, old homes and the stories they could tell. I bet the balls and parties were simply amazing. I had to make a stop at Isaac Jenkins Mikell’s home. If you are a fan of the Bravo series Southern Charm you will recognize this house at Miss Patricia’s. I was waiting for Michael to come out and bring me a cocktail. We spent the day wandering along the old brick roads and looking at all of the architecture. The homes are truly stunning. Of course, I somehow managed to find the Lilly Pulitzer store on King Street. King Street is the high-end shopping and restaurant area. There were some adorable boutiques on the street. A bar-b-que restaurant was a nice break for lunch. Charleston is known for its amazing bar-b-que and it did not disappoint. Our last stop before we headed over the Ravenel Bridge was the local firehouse. Being a fire mom, I always like to check out the local firehouse.

If you have not been to Charleston, put it on your bucket list. It was everything that I hoped for and more. I am looking forwards to returning and exploring more that the area has to offer. One trip was not enough to see it all. Happy travels.

Carrie Kelly is an Interior Redesigner Industry Specialist and Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs specializing in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

Find her at: https://carriekellydesigns.com

Fashion and Style, Lilly Pulitzer, Monograms, My Favorites

Summer Style

July 20, 2020 No Comments

Lilly Maxi Dress

Summer is my favorite season to dress for. I love the bright colors and the ease of just needing a few pieces to put together a perfect look. It is perfectly fine to be a little more casual and relaxed this time of year especially in the heat. I have a few staples and pieces that are my go-to’s all summer. I tend to find a style of dress I like and buy it in different patterns.

I think I spend 99% of the summer in Lilly Pulitzer dresses. The Kristen and Margot are my favorite styles. As I said, I find a dress that I love and buy it in multiple prints and these two styles are no exception. They are lightweight, flowy, and perfect for summer. Some of my other favorites are the Lilly Pulitzer shorts and skorts. Every piece is so fun, colorful, and just says summer. Pair those with a cute tank or tee and you are set.

Great accessories always finish the look. A monogrammed hat from Initial Outfitters is perfect for beach days, pool days, or those hot, humid summer days where you just can’t be bothered to style your hair. A great hat makes it so easy. My staple sandals are gold and rose gold Tory Burch Miller sandals. They match everything. My favorite necklaces this summer have been the monogrammed acrylic discs from Initial Outfitters. Monogrammed and personalized pieces are my favorite because of their uniqueness and these are available in so many beautiful, bright summer colors. They pair so well with all of my Lilly and I have many different ones. A great necklace and bracelets are all you need to bring an outfit together. I love a great summer handbag and these are a few of my favorites. My Lilly Pulitzer clutch was handpainted for me by one of their print artists. The Lisi Lerch bag was also custom. It is fun that you can customize a bag on their site.

Lilly Pulitzer shorts and skorts are always in style

My absolute favorite dress is my custom Lilly Pulitzer sheath. I was lucky enough to create this at The Pink Retreat in Palm Beach last year. It was such a fun experience. This print, Palm Beach Toile is exclusive to the Worth Avenue store, and I knew this was the print I wanted. You are able to pick your lace and placement and every dress is unique. The label on the dress even says it was created especially for you. This dress is such a special keepsake and it so beautiful.

My custom Lilly Pulitzer sheath

I hope you enjoyed a look at some of my favorites. Summer is the perfect time to relax your style and just enjoy it. Before long the seasons will be changing. What are some of your favorite summer styles? Until next week remember, “Anything is possible with sunshine and a little pink”.

Carrie Kelly is Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs and specializes in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

Find her at: https://carriekellydesigns.com

All About Home, Remodeling and Renovations

DIY Foyer Makeover

July 6, 2020 No Comments

It was time for a little refresh of the foyer. Do you ever get that way and have the urge to change up your decor? I really enjoy giving my spaces a new look. It was definitely time to dive into a new project and just a few changes and updates can really transform a space without a complete remodel.

I knew that I wanted to make a statement with a focal wall. A focal wall is a great way to add a lot of style to a space since it is the first thing you notice when entering our home and visible when the front door is open. A shiplap look wall was the way to go. I love combining many different textures and styles in a space. The finished wall also provides a neutral background for any artwork or photographs. I played with a few different pieces of furniture to place here. A good tip is to always try to repurpose pieces and use them in different spaces. I decided on a Longaberger shelving unit and added a lamp from Target from years ago, salt lamp, and some fun Lilly Pulitzer accessories. The wall turned out just perfect. I love the impact it makes when you walk in the door.

My chandelier was beautiful but I had changed out most of the other lighting in the house to a black or dark bronze so I decided to change this one too. I found this beautiful chandelier at Lowe’s. The home improvement stores really have great budget-friendly options and large selections. I first saw this design in Lydia Elise Millen and Ali Gordon’s kitchen/dining remodel. If you don’t follow them you really should, my favorite YouTube couple. But I digress, I knew I wanted that look for my foyer. The shape was so unique and I kept coming back to that design. Luckily I was able to find that style in stock at Lowe’s. I’m really happy with it and it gives off so much light with the LED Edison style bulbs.

The only other piece I added was a new rug I found on Amazon, and I ordered a smaller one in this style for my kitchen. My Ballard Designs console table went back into its previous spot. I switched out most of the pieces on the console table with a lamp, vase of hydrangeas, and a few other fun accessories.

This small remodel made a big impact in our foyer. It really changed the whole look. Now onto my next project.

Carrie Kelly is Lead Designer at Carrie Kelly Designs and specializes in interior redesign, seasonal, and home decor helping clients create beautiful spaces in their homes. She is also an Independent Consultant with Initial Outfitters, a boutique featuring all things monogrammed and personalized for your unique style. Carrie is also the author of Pineapples and Sweet Tea, a Lifestyle blog.

Find her at: https://carriekellydesigns.com