AUBREY KINCH

I always love switching our things in our rooms in the home to make it more seasonally fit. A more textured quilt and busier rug for Fall/Winter or lighter colors and sheer curtains for summer. I recently ordered this rug to put in Drake's new room but it just felt wrong in there so I did a pivot and updated our master bedroom with this statement piece. It feels just right in here making it nice and cozy as the temperature cools and blankets are bursting from every corner.

I mean truly though, a rug will transform a space entirely. Do you shop your own home and do the seasonal switches, too?

It really is crazy just typing it out that Drake, my dude, turned 17 a couple weeks ago. I came into his life when he was 4 years old and spending the last decade+ growing a relationship together is something so special.

He's been asking for his room at our new(ish) house to be painted dark so while him and Andrew we're on a 24 hour road trip to Colorado buying a 1929 Ford hot rod - more on that later - I knew it was my chance to knock it out. They left at 4pm on a Sunday afternoon and I was in there by 6pm painting until 3am. Monday was decorating date and styling so when they got home at 8pm Monday evening, he walked into a brand new refreshed space he'd been asking.

He's had Beddy's for the last 4 years so it was a no brainer to stick to that and I got the Erin set and then pieced together a few throw blankets, pillow covers and I think it turned out so beautifully! It feels masculine and bold but of course, the material itself is just so cozy. Code AUBREY will get you 15% off anytime you shop at Beddy's. 

Now for the paint detail, we used Sherwin Williams Greenblack in a satin finish. We actually had this leftover from painting our kitchen island and our outdoor kitchen so I just didn't want to spend anything more and use the resources I had on hand. What do you think? My goal was pulling in the dark he envisioned, a couple of his favorite artists with decor and plants to make it all pop. I'd say it was worth it and he was elated.

There is seriously something so magical about watching your kids eye light up experiencing holidays and learning about why we celebrate each one. Fourth of July is in my top 3 holiday favorites because we live in such a beautiful country and you better believe we are patriots over here. A chance to celebrate our freedoms and the day we became independent is such a joy to me!

What's your favorite thing to do for the 4th?

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Friday! It's been a week and today is Andrew's birthday so we're celebrating and screaming from the rooftops! Actually, we're just going line dancing tonight and I can't even wait. It's almost like it's my birthday because you can bet your bottom dollar he doesn't care about line dancing but that capture like a perfect night in my mind. Drinks, country music, good friends and dancing? Sign me up!

We ran a few errands this morning and while it's monsoon season I keep finding myself trying to mix cooler items in my closet with transition pieces like a hat or sneaks but this PinkBlush top was just a perfect pairing for this whole look! Wouldn't it be so cute to wear tonight with an eyelet skirt, cowgirl boots and a cowgirl hat? I will report back on tonight's festivities because if it turns out well, you'll have to make it your next date night thing to do!

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You're seeing a lot more of me on the blog lately and it's because I realize as life thing happen, I think I document them which really is a nice reflection to look back on years later but in reality, I spaced documenting and then when I'm in a pinch looking for a recipe or an outfit or game we loved, I can't find it quickly on my blog. So here I am, making more of an effort to get in this space and share things I'm loving and know I'll want to look back on for inspiration.

What am I loving right now? Jumpers for summer. It's not quite at the peak of heat yet still being in May but when it does heat up, I know I'll be grabbing this jumper with a simple lacey bralette and sandals because it's easy. I feel put together yet I still feel comfortable.

It's been a funny shift over the last 2-3 years for me. I think I was in such a season of postpartum after my girls so getting dressed looked a lot like leggings and crew neck sweatshirts. Did I ever feel put together and stylish in them? No. lol shocker. Was I comfortable? Yes. But a shift happened probably late 2020 and I felt myself desiring to curate a closet that had purpose and intention with what was brought in with two main requirements: style and comfort. Over the last couple years now it's been a joy to be more selective and picking pieces I know hit that mark and in turn, I'm much more confident quickly grabbing something to wear and feeling at peace in it.

That's a game changer. I hope you can find that joy dressing yourself, too. Use code AUBREYKINCH25OFF for a discount shopping PinkBlush right here.

photos by @annaelainephotography

I did it! We've been in our home 16 months and from around this time last year, I had swatches sitting in their dresser drawer because I had the urge to paint it something a tad moody that's like a dusty mint green/blue. Well this past weekend I was doing the walk around the house with a trash bag purging all the things and found those swatches and an hour later I was at Sherwin Williams getting paint. I move quick sometimes after stalling for over a year. Ha!

The original color was Agreeable Gray by SW and what we have our entire house from when we moved in and the builder painted. This is the first room to get some color but a few others have wallpaper or shiplap done. I really don't know why I waited so long when it was only 3 hours of work and I'm just ohh-ing and ahh-ing over it now finished.

The sweet chair, lamp and mirror are from my Gam Gam and I'll cherish them being part of this room for the girls. I'm linking up as much as I can with sources for you all and if there's something missing, it's not available or thrifted. I hope that helps!

beds, bedding, curtains, canopy, dresser, knobs (old, similar here), shelving (old, similar here), basket, small table & chairs, dolls, white noise machine, diffuser, oils, oil holder, polka dot comforter, nightstand (thrifted), canvas