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FASHION FRIDAY: CHAMPAGNE ON THE BEACH

I'm Erika Ward

Over a decade ago, I exchanged my corporate life in building construction for an opportunity to enhance your personal home via decoration and renovation.  My mission? To help busy professionals make their homes their sanctuaries.

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Last night my husband and I shared our daydream of a vacation without the children. His dream took us to the French Riviera, my daydream didn’t require much other than champagne and a beach. Once his daydream turned into a real slumber, my mind drifted to South Beach’s most luxurious hotel, The Tides. Designed by present-day legend, Kelly Wearstler, the decor has a monochromatic palette of neutral hues and muted metallics much like pieces in Tory Burch’s Summer/PreFall 2010 Collection.

[1.] Yarn Ziron Dress/Tory Burch  [2.] Percy 2 Sequin High Wedge/Tory Burch  [3.]Keswick Caning Wide Bangle/Kate Spade  [4.] Tides Suite/The Tides South Beach

Wanting to “explore the mix of embellishment and texture, of unexpected pairings like sequins with chunky knits or light tweeds” Tory’s inspiration behind her line sounds like a description of The Tides’ interior. Just add the words relaxation and elegance, sand and surf…there is no better combination. 

The bangle (#3) from Kate Spade has an intricate golden weave pattern inspired by french bistro chairs. Reminds you of the same pattern seen in the (#4) vintage dining set…experiencing a little déjà vu?

There are two more combinations I think you will enjoy…

[1.] Ensemble from Tory Burch Spring 2010 Collection [2.] Ballet Flat/Tory Burch [3.] Link Bracelet/Tory Burch  [4.] Premier Oceanfront Suite/The Tides South Beach

[1.] Linen bustier dress/J.Crew [2.] Graphic cut-work sandal/Karen Millen [3.] Mixed pavé cable link bracelet/J.Crew  [4.] Coral Suite/The Tides South Beach

Is anyone else as smitten as I am with champagne hues and luxurious beach interiors? Have you ever vistied The Tides?

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  1. niki.mac says:

    Never been to the tides but I'll have champagne at my birthday party on Sunday!! 😉 Hope to see you there!

  2. L. Duncan says:

    This is what I was talking about this morning! Brilliant! I love it when you do this! Thanks for giving me some wardrobe inspiration for when I visit the Tides;-)

  3. Tammy@InStitches says:

    Those shoes ! That dress ! It's all very beautiful and yes it makes me want to drink champagne on the beach.

  4. FROM THE RIGHT BANK says:

    I love this shade! It can work with anything. Have a great weekend, Erika, and stop by if you can for my new giveaway. (It's a really good one.) 🙂

  5. Janell @ Isabella and Max says:

    I am loving muted golden tones right now, in fashion and interiors, just says luxury.

  6. Tonia of Chic Modern Vintage says:

    OOOooo, I love the last space. Colors are soothing and then I love the two stump coffee tables. Nice touch of nature.

  7. Divamom-Act II says:

    Not going to the Tides anytime soon, but it's a great wardrobe inspiration. First two boards-casual and luxe all at once. Loved it.

  8. Erica @ Decorica says:

    Those are some great rooms. I really like the coral suite at The Tides. Those big pillows on the sofa look so fun.

  9. Heather says:

    great post…. i am off to check out The Tides via the web right now! thanks, erika! another beautiful combination of fashion and design…!

  10. eddieross says:

    Love the new Tides! Wish we could have stayed! The lobby's gorgeous, though! Great post!

    xo
    Eddie + Jaithan

  11. Maria Killam says:

    I really need a vacation! I'm so sorry I missed you when I was in Atlanta! I would have loved to meet you!!!
    x
    Maria

  12. The Budget Brides Handbook says:

    A vacation is sounding real good about now.

  13. Kim@Chattafabulous says:

    Haven't visited The Tides but I will thanks to you! I love the fashion meets decor angle. And I adore those lttle hits of gold with the champagne and coral!

  14. ashlina {the decorista} says:

    all of this is sooooo me! gold is how i roll and that coral dress. superb!

  15. Victoria Bellow says:

    I love the softness of the room,this bedroom is simply gorgeous!thanks

  16. Raru says:

    after this post… I am … I am :)))
    thank you for the inspiration.
    xoxo,
    raru

  17. Erika @ Practical Princess says:

    Thanks for the comment. I loved the post you made so I had to share it with my readers!
    Great blog btw!

  18. Beth Dotolo says:

    I am totally smitten! Just designed a space with this color and cream…
    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today!! You now have a new follower… so happy to have found your beautiful blog!

  19. Couture Carrie says:

    Especially loving the third look/room!

    xoxox,
    CC

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I'M ERIKA.

Over a decade ago, I exchanged my corporate life in building construction for an opportunity to enhance your personal home via decoration and renovation. My mission? To help busy professionals make their homes their sanctuaries.

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