We spend most of our time enjoying our interiors, but this post is dedicated to the beauty of a great exterior paint color. Specifically, all the best exterior white paint colors for coastal homes that truly support your space in embodying this specific aesthetic. The paint color on the siding of your home sets the tone before you even step inside, and when it leans into the creams, bright whites, linens, and greiges, it offers a calm, welcoming quality that both you and guests will love.

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Your nightstand might simply feel like a functional piece of furniture, but I believe it can offer so much more to a bedroom than simply a place to put your alarm clock or glass of water. It might come as a surprise, but I think incorporating a few nightstand decor ideas is a lovely way to set the tone of your room and contribute to its overall aesthetic. Your bedside tables are some of the first things you see when you wake up and the last before you fall asleep, so giving it a little decorative attention is always a good idea.

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Summer brings with it a lightness, one that so wonderfully translates into our interiors. I love seeing parts of it reflected in my home, whether it’s delicate sun rays streaming in through sheer curtains, a glowy, sunset dinner with friends on the patio, or sea-glass-inspired decor that reminds me of relaxing days at the beach.

Though this is a fantastic time of year, I know just how busy it can be, too. That’s why I’ve created this guide to simple summer decor ideas that are easy to recreate and incorporate in your own home.

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Summer living is infinitely better when your patio reflects your style and needs, and sometimes that involves a few thoughtful patio upgrades. If you’ve been eyeing your outdoor space this summer and juggling endless ideas in your head, I’m right there with you. This is something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately, as we’re making our patio bigger this week. It’s no longer level, and I’ve noticed a few pavers popping up here and there.

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I live and breathe the coastal life, happily embracing all of its charms in and around my home. I have to say that it helps being based in Falmouth, Massachusetts! I’ve been lucky enough to travel to some wonderful places in my life, but something always draws me back to the beauty of the Cape.

The soft, sandy dunes sprinkled with sea grass, which gently meet the rolling blue waves. The beautiful gray-shingled houses and sturdy lighthouses that are iconic of the landscape.

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The sun is shining, the patio is refreshed, and your out-of-office is on—your space is perfectly primed for outdoor entertaining. As we drift into the season of al fresco dining, it’s worth making the most of every moment we can spend outside. Summer often goes by so quickly, and that’s why I so deeply love the art of outdoor entertaining! It’s the best way of celebrating all that summer brings and a wonderful way of bringing together your favorite people.

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Spring and summer are the seasons of outdoor living, and there is no more magical feeling than your first afternoon soaking up rays or that first sunset-drenched evening sharing a meal with loved ones. This week, I wanted to focus on creating stylish patio ideas on a budget, especially for those of you who love coastal aesthetics like I do!

While we’ve covered how to refresh your home for spring, this turns the attention to our outdoor spaces.

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Of all the lovely surfaces in your home, I think one of the most impactful stylistically is the console table. It’s an excellent place for decor and an easy way to infuse any room with more of your style. Console tables add functionality, they cover up awkward blank spaces, and they imbue a room with more of the aesthetic you love.

If you have already read my guide on how to style a console table, and are aware of the main components involved in making one look beautiful, I want to provide you with some more inspiration for making these tables shine in your home.

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After blankets of snow this winter, I’m craving the warmer, lighter days of spring. Living on the Cape, spring often arrives fashionably late, and while it’s slowly starting to emerge, I figured there was no better time to discuss spring porch decor.

Each year, I give my porch and patio a little spring refresh, and I wanted to share how I approach decorating these spaces, recommending stylish pieces and helpful tips for doing the same around the outside of your own home.

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Spring is just around the corner, and your bedroom is the perfect starting point when it comes to shifting your home decor towards a look that reflects elements of the season. From gentle florals to lighter color palettes that reflect those blooming around us right now, there are so many ways you can embrace this season in your room. In light of the new season, I’ve curated a list of spring bedding ideas that will feel refreshing, but still fit neatly within your serene coastal escape.

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