Home Decor with Kathy Kuo Home - 20% off today only!

Hey guys!  It was a great time celebrating the 4th of July here at the beach house - good food, good friends, and today is about clean up and recovery. Lol  

If you haven't had a chance to check it out yet, my last post was a round up of outfits from Instagram.  I was SO pleasantly surprised with this pretty ruffle one shoulder dress!

As for today, I couldn't resist breaking from the clean up of yesterday to share with you that Kathy Kuo Home is having a 20% off sitewide sale TODAY ONLY!

They offer some of my favorite coastal home decor items on the luxury, high quality side of design, so 20% is a great deal on pieces that will last forever. This sofa is my favorite!

Have fun browsing the Kathy Kuo Home site and if you find that perfect coastal home decor item for your home, remember to use the code SUN!

Remember that I'm here to answer an questions you may have, so please feel free to reach out!

OOTD PICKS

xo,

Anneke

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Bright and Colorful Outfits for Summer - Instagram Roundup

Hey guys! I hope you're getting your holiday weekend kicked off with a bang!!  I'm glad to hear so many of you loved my last post on where to find coral along with the weekend sales and OOTD picks.  I tend to overthink things and moving forward I'd like to keep things to the point and consistent for you, so that was a fun post to put together for you!

I really feel the need to just say THANK YOU for joining me here on Coastal Collective Co. - just my happy little spot in this world of crazy. :-)

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SO, whenever I'm feeling like I'm in a bit of a style rut, I usually find that adding some happy color to my wardrobe does the trick.

Being the mom of three kiddos, it is all too easy to slip into my go-to distressed denim, neutral sweater and shoes, throw my hair in a top knot and head out for the day.  Which is FINE, but....

I thank God for this little blog as a way to get out of my comfort zone and try new things, not to mention allow my geeky research-loving self go to town finding and sharing home and style items with you!

A few items I've received recently and love are below!  They are all colorful, bright, and fun for these warm summer months.  Our two girls are also super thrilled to see mommy wearing more dresses, which is just not as typical as a Pacific Northwesterner. Lol

I'd love to know which ones you love!

one shoulder dress / off the shoulder romper / fringe cardigan (sold out) similar similar

This ruffle top one shoulder dress and floral off the shoulder romper were two items that I ordered and were even better in person than I thought from the picture online.

I LOVE it when that happens, because honestly sometimes I'm a bit disappointed when a shirt or dress isn't what I thought it would be!  

I am so bummed that this open front fringe cardigan is currently sold out, but you can always check on Nordstrom and search for "Chelsea28 Open Front Fringe Cardigan".  I want to wear this cardigan with everything right now and it's so easy to dress up or down.

Willow and Clay Off the Shoulder Floral Romper / Floppy Straw Sun Hat

Kate Spade Cedar Street Maise Handbag (30% off sale items with code SUNSHINE) / Nordstrom 'Zoe' Floral Print One Shoulder Dress / BaubleBar Essentials "Artemis" Beaded Tassel Drops (also available here)

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Nordstrom Cuffed Distressed Denim Shorts (also HERE and HERE) / Nordstrom Fringe Open Front Cardigan alternative / striped t-shirt / horn pendant necklace

I love helping you find new clothes for the season, so I hope these help!

Also, heads up that the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is coming up beginning on July 14th for Early Access.  Last year was my first year ever shopping the sale, and it is hands down worth the pre-season items and post-season prices.

YES, it is kind of annoying seeing fall items being shared in July, but it's because the prices and selection are just so dang GOOD.  I'm preparing to bring you the best, so please let me know if there's anything you want me to be on the look out for YOU!

You MUST have a Nordy credit or debit card to shop the early access sale.   No debt required if you get the debit card, so be sure to learn more and get set up now so you're ready come the 14th.  ***I always promote shopping within your personal budget, so please understand that as I share these sales with you!

Have a lovely day and enjoy every minute with your loved ones!

xoxo,

Anneke

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P.S. Yesterday was a GOOD first day of opening day for crabbing! #SeattleLife #PugetSound

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Where To Find Coral For Home Decor

Cheers to the holiday weekend friends!  We're in full swing here with today being the opening day for crabbing (#heyhey), and our new outdoor sectional is scheduled to arrive tomorrow!! Yippee! (still time to get 15% off with code 4thofJuly!)

I'm not sure if I'll set it up for the 4th of July simply because it get absolutely crazy around the neighborhood with an influx or people, kids, and ketchup on this day.  I definitely want to make sure I have adequate time to spray NeverWet outdoor fabric spray of something something similar to the cushions. Best stuff ever I tell ya. ;-) #nomessnostress

So onto today's topic - CORAL for decoration!

As I've grown older, I abandoned the thought of "collecting things".  We purge frequently and try to live light.  I give away a lot of the items I buy for style blogging, but coral you guys.   I've developed a bit of a love for these beautiful coastal treasures.

Whether you prefer natural coral or don't mind a resin/faux version, here are a few place to find coral to add to your own home decor.

Local Boutiques

Depending on where you live, you can find the most beautiful natural coral at local boutiques, antique shops, etc.  I live in the Seattle area and have hopped the local islands on "treasure hunts" and "day trips" only to find a beautiful piece or two to add to my growing collection. 

ETSY

 

Because etsy is made up of so many small business owners, it's a great resource for finding natural coral for your home.  Below are just a few pieces I found while browsing around!

ONE KINGS LANE

 

One Kings Lane has always been one of those design resources that screams "authentic, beautiful, timeless, and quality".  I love that they have a vintage section to their site and one of a kind items including natural coral.  Here is just a sampling of coral items I found on One Kings Lane.

ONLINE RETAILERS

A final place I'd recommend if you're simply going for "the look" is to check out a variety of options from online retailers.  I know I personally love the convenience of finding what I'm looking for and having it shipped to my front doorstep, often times for free. It's like Christmas in July! Lo  Here are a few options to consider for adding coral to your home.

I LOVED finding these coral and acrylic napkin rings!!!!

WEEKEND SALES

HORCHOW: 30% off bedding, bath, lighting, and wall decor, 20% off everything else. Major savings for high end items. Their lighting is my FAVE!!!

ANTHROPOLOGIE: Extra 30% off sale items with code EVENBETTER.  Check out this beautiful necklace in the sale originally $68 and now discounted to under $30. It's gorgeous!

Nordstrom Rack:  Ok, I admittedly when a little crazy when I saw all the awesome deals on Nordstrom Rack right now. But seriously, how CUTE are these citronella pineapple candles?! And they come in bright yellow or turquoise for under $15. #score

OOTD PICKS

Happy 4th of July to my readers from the US! Have a safe and fun time celebrating this weekend!!

xo,

Anneke

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Last Minute 4th of July steals!

Cheers to the start of a new week! As I've said before, Mondays are one of my favorites and today I'm bringing you some last minute Fourth of July sales deals so you can order and get them in before the big celebration. 

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I've been waiting (and waiting....and waiting) on this patio sectional and am finally ordering it today since a 15% code brings it down to just $873 with FREE shipping and no tax to arrive by July 1st. #winning

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If you'd like to jump straight to browsing the 15% off savings yourself,  click the button below and be sure to enter the code 4thofJuly at checkout!  It may not sound like much, but it's saving me $154 on that already discounted patio set above!

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Here are a few items I've found that stuck out to me when looking for you.

 

 

PATIO FURNITURE

This outdoor sectional was a close second for us personally to incorporate into our outdoor dining area.  It's always a nice feature when patio sectional pieces are modular and can be rearranged in different configurations. I also love the multi-tones of the wicker and neutral cushions.  Just add pillows for color and pattern!

I always thought this was the absolute PRETTIEST outdoor daybed I've seen! It also comes in 4 different color combinations (including white with navy cushions!) and is a steal with that 15%off code!

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Chairs on sale for $223 each

outdoor extending dining table

pottery barn chatham low sectional

 

 

 

 

LIGHTING

There are some great discounts on classic coastal lighting right now, including the ones below.  This one is my absolute favorite of the them all and comes in 3 different finishes!

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OUTDOOR RUGS AND PILLOWS

By far, Overstock is my absolute go-to store for the largest selection and best prices for indoor outdoor rugs and outdoor cushions or pillows.  I've been shopping online with them for years (especially when we were building and furnishing our previous home!) and always had great customer service and fast shipping. :-)

Here are just a few picks:

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I hope you're as excited for the 4th of July and the full swing of Summer as I am! It's gorgeous here in the Seattle area!

xo,

Anneke

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