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The Best Rope Baskets for Your Home + Weekend Picks

Spring, Interiors, Home Blog Posts, Fashion, Fave PicksAnneke McConnell

Thank you so much for your awesome response to my last post on the new Bookshelf Styling Class by my friend Heather!  You are in for a treat because she is a trained teacher AND designer.  If you haven't signed up yet, do it now before the price goes up March 1st!  See the details HERE.

 

Onto today's topic of baskets!

 

Beautiful rope baskets (well, baskets in general) are one thing that are a versatile MUST in any home.  They corral toys, blankets, and can act as a container for plants like one of my fave, the fiddle fig leaf.


Now, if there are two things I really love to do, it's research things to death (nerd alert!) and bring it all together in one place.  When it comes to finding the most unique rope baskets, my first suggestion would be to go to  ETSY and search "rope baskets".  You will find beautiful handmade pieces and be supporting a small business owner, often for a more affordable price to you! Win win!

Here are a few of my favorites I found:

As for other rope baskets around the internet, there are many, but below are my favorites for a coastal casual style.  I found Joss and Main to have the same items as other retailers but generally for about $20 less.  It's a free membership site, but I've heard many say they don't want to join sites like this. Trust me, they are worth it and have tremendous savings on their flash sales!

Other sites that I found to be the best were Wayfair, Amazon, Nordstrom, and Target.  

By FAR, I think my favorite rope basket is this one by Colonial Mills. You can find it in a variety of places, but Wayfair has it available in 10 different color combinations!

Large Striped Rope Basket for Storage

This rope basket is similar, but a little more expensive. I love the two tone look though and it comes in 4 color combinations.

Turquoise and White Striped Rope Basket for Storage

 

Here is a cute one on a smaller scale (with other size and color options), that's affordable and perfect for putting magazines, books or plants in.  Sometimes a smaller size is needed for things like match box cars and such. ;-)

Small Two Tone Knit Basket for Storage

 

What do you think? Are you a storage basket loving person like myself? What do you use them for? I'd love to hear more in the comments!

 

Also, as we head into the weekend, there are so many new items arriving for Spring! Here are a few things that have caught my eye lately.  The pretty Spring sandals are my favorite!

Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to enjoy the view!

 

xo, 

Anneke

 

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Navy and White Living Room Design + A Style Update!

Fashion, Edesign, Coastal Interiors, Handbags, Interiors, Living Room, SummerAnneke McConnell

via: S.B. Long Interiors

Navy and white/cream tend to be my staples in design as classic coastal colors.  They are what ground a design at the core and then work out from there.  By adding plants and a pop of warm color, you're on your way to coastal design that not only welcomes the day to day, but is beautiful and functional as well.  As someone with three young kiddos, I swear by white slipcovered sofas that can be easily washed.  They are deceivingly impractical, but are more of a life-saver than anything!

Today's living room design features a classic roll arm sofa, gold metals, ikat, stripes, and bold saturated color.  That HUGE beautiful floor mirror (  is a favorite piece carved of mango wood in a lattice pattern and whitewashed finish.  I can never get enough whitewash you guys.  Back when I was painting furniture more frequently, it was my go-to. No surprise there!  Anyhow, this mirror would reflect the light of a room beautifully, making the room feel dramatically larger.

*For details on the items used in this design, click the photo or descriptions below.

 

On the fashion front, I think I found what is going to be my "go-to" sandals for Spring and Summer.  They are not too high, super comfortable for running around in general, and I prefer the wrapped front across the top of the foot for support. 

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tan sandals / black booties / black handbag / pendant necklace

On another note, I'm a bit ecstatic because I finally found a pair of black distressed denim that fits my petite, curvy self. Lol I rarely order jeans online because the struggle is REAL.  Imagine my surprise when these pair I ordered fit on the first try! 

sweater (sold out: similar) / black and white jacket / black denim / tan suede heels

I instantly fell in love with this lace trim tee as soon as I tried it on. It's soft, has a good fit, can be tucked into the front of jeans, is long enough to wear with leggings, be layered, and more. Talk about a wonderfully versatile shirt!  The lace trim definitely makes me feel a little more fancy on a casual day with mom duties. ;-) Lol

If you haven't heard it yet today, YOU are beautiful. I mean it.

A lovely follower I know personally, also the mother of two kids (one a newborn!), left me a comment on instagram saying, "You give me hope I can look put together again someday!".

It instantly made me think of the days when our youngest was a baby and he literally spit up down my back every single day.  Every day you guys. Too much information?  Well.....that's just real life sometimes!

I loved fashion back then, but I certainly had a TON of extra tees stocked in our car!  I love sharing and inspiring, putting outfits and designs together, but don't think I don't have real life messes where I wear paint clothes and whatnot.

It's all about dressing for the occasion in my "rule book".

 

Have a LOVELY day!

xo,

Anneke

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Winter Boots 2015

Boots, Fashion, Fashion Blog PostsAnneke McConnell

We just got back from our Christmas tree farm adventure and, well........we never quite made it to the location! Sad right?! I'm so bummed that somehow our maps failed us.

We spent the morning getting bundled in sweaters, scarves, winter jackets, and of course our warm winter boots, and seemingly all for nothing! At least we were together. ;-)

 

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales in full swing (see the Gift Guide HERE), I've rounded up some great winter boot options. Unfortunately, I've searched and searched, but can't find my Ralph Lauren boots shown above (a few years old). 

I'm finding that when most sites get low on sizes, Amazon always seems to have more in stock. We live in Washington state, so that's my personal reference for the choices I picked, just so you know.

I love the Sorel and Tory Burch brand boots  for high quality and style, but there are some GREAT alternatives that are just as stylish and affordable. Hope this helps you find that perfect warm boot for this winter!

 



 

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Anneke

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Splurge vs. Save: Skinny Jeans, Plaid, Military Vests, and More

Fashion Blog Posts, FashionAnneke McConnell

Hello friends! Be sure to follow along on Instagram and Pinterest for all the behind the scenes, not to mention my new FAVE app Periscope!!

Happy #WishListWednesday beautiful friends! The more opportunities I get to work with women one on one, I've realized more and more how helpful it is to be able to find "Looks for Less".  I personally have determined what kind of items I am willing to save and pay a little more money for in quality, but I completely understand that not everyone wants that for themselves.  I totally get it - especially in the years I was pregnant and nursing, my body was changing frequently and I was looking for options to look and feel my best through those transitions without investing in multiple pieces at different sizes.

 

Ok, so I am a fashion lover and research freak.  There...I admit it. I love love love the challenge of searching the internet, styling outfits, and brining you all the options.  And when I find the perfect item that is all sold out (boo!), I keep looking for you.  I love it.

 

I hope you love this look and find that special something for your fall and winter wardrobe, which is basically the same thing here in Washington state. Lol  I am personally loving those Ugg Rainboots - just wishing they came in a bright red color like the Hunters. ;-)

 

Have a beautiful day friends and see you back here tomorrow for the dining room table makeover! It's a beauty!!

 

xo,

Anneke

 

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