Tuesday, March 10, 2009

White Hot

When I first started in this business, my motto was... "No White Walls." And I am still not a fan of all the white rooms that I am seeing these days.
But, milky, creamy, fresh, crisp: However you describe them are finding a way into my heart. I am loving them when they are full of texture . I read that White is the new Black... Why? Because this chic color instantly lightens and brightens any setting, allowing a softer side to shine through.

White can confidently dress a room on it's own, yet it also plays well with other hues. Perhaps best of all, it exudes timeless beauty. I could sleep in here... could you?


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18 comments:

  1. My Galveston CottageMarch 10, 2009 at 1:30 PM

    I see a lot of white. And I find it soothing, romantic, quiet. But, still I want some color. At least in small doses. Love the bathroom here. So simple; I do like the painted floors, as you may know about me.

    Thanks for stopping by the other day. My days have been full since arriving in Colorado. I'm at our store now (co-owned with my daughter). So, I know how fun it is to have your daughter close. Would love to see pictures!!

    Take care, -susan

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  2. janetMarch 10, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    love that bathroom, i cant say i would want an all white room, but its amazing if you dont like a bold colors but suddenly you throw white with it and it takes on a whole different feeling, one of my favorite color combos is crisp white with green apple color. I LOVE reading here, thanks for sharing
    hugs
    janet

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  3. janetMarch 10, 2009 at 2:26 PM

    oh and i could also see curling up in that bed with a good book or magazine
    hugs
    janet

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  4. mrsbenMarch 10, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    Yes I could sleep in the room, so please move over girl you are hogging the bed!

    I like the all 'white' and agree it does require texture plus ...... like a monocrhomatic color scheme (based on a single hue) it does require variations of it to have a visual impact.

    (Another great post Vicky!) -Brenda-

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  5. AnonymousMarch 10, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    After thinking about putting together an all white room, for quite awhile, I put one together at our lake place. However, I couldn't resist throwing in a pop of aqua, in a side table.

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 10, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    I am also beginning to love white and cream. For so many years I had to have color on everything and it has just gotten to where it seems too dark and heavy. I love all the wonderful new shades of white, cream and pale beige. They just look so fresh. Hugs, Marty

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  7. Room Service ~ Decorating 101March 10, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    janet, I love that color combination too and I also love the green with a softer cream...I love too many things! Sometimes I just hope for a big fire so I can start over...don't tell my husband I said that!

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  8. TootsieMarch 10, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    I love white...but three kids and a dog? yea good luck to me!

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  9. imjacobsmomMarch 10, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    I could see myself soaking in that tub - my bones are craving warmth! ~ Robyn

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  10. AdminMarch 10, 2009 at 5:49 PM

    The first picture was JAW DROPPING!!!

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  11. AdminMarch 10, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    From the white shiny floors, to the gauzy white curtains, to the ornate white ceiling!

    JAW DROPPING!

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  12. xinexMarch 10, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    I don't think I want that girdle wall decor, Vicky, lol. I like the other pics though but they are way too sterile for me....Christine

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  13. Room Service ~ Decorating 101March 11, 2009 at 4:31 AM

    C/x, I had to laugh! I had not noticed that...In my mind those were handbags...lol I love the look of the rooms, but like toots with 3 dogs and messy people, I think I will wait for another life.

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  14. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityMarch 11, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    Thank you for stopping by, what a pretty blog you have! And I see that we frequent some of the same friends, Gollum and Joni are 2 of them. So glad to meet you & I hope to see more of you around blogland. Love all your pics on here, they are very inspiring.

    And what a great story of how your house came to be, I just love that. What a view to look at everyday!

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  15. Renae MooreMarch 11, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    I am not a fan of stark white either...I had two rooms painted a creamy color to get rid of little girl pink and green and am having a hard time with it! I have an idea though...will post about it when finished...we'll see, may still have to paint the walls! Yes....um...those girdles...not my cup of tea, but something else with interest and whimsy might be fun!

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  16. LisaMarch 11, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    LOVE YOUR BLOG AND AM SO GLAD I HAVE FOUND IT.

    HUGS FROM MAINE

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  17. custardbydesignMarch 12, 2009 at 2:42 AM

    what a great post... i think white as much as any colour cn look fantastic when used as monochrome base for a room....

    you've certainly selected the best of teh best images...

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  18. Chari at Happy To DesignMarch 12, 2009 at 3:14 PM

    Hey Girlfriend...

    Beautiful photos!!! You know I always say that I love, love, love color but I do have to admit that these white rooms are gorgeous! I just can't imagine trying to keep up with them...hehe!

    Hehe...laughing at Christine's comment about the girdles on the wall! I thought they were kind of cute...tell ya what, I'd rather hang those pretty little vintage things on the wall than to have to wear em'! Hehe!!! Thanks for sharing these pretty white rooms!

    Love ya,
    Chari

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