The Beach Comber - Get the Look!
Posted by Caron on Sep 11, 2017
This fall season, we have curated a new collection that we're calling "The Beach Comber", and can't wait to introduce you all to our ideas behind the story to create this look. Neutral, but not really "neutral", this style is created by incorporating rich natural texture found in driftwood, tumbled sea glass and dune grass, soft textured knits, natural fibers like wool and wicker, with the fabulous patterns spun in nature. Think of design inspired by water; tossed driftwood tones, the soft ivory and grey shades of found sea shells, tumbled sea glass in shades of aqua and green, bits of coral and the myriad shades of grey in beach sand...
I fell in love with this idea many years ago, as a way to bring the outside in when Autumn arrives with its' stormy grey days. I need a way to display my summer beach finds, but matching the subtle color palette of fall at the beach. Keeping my "cozy nest" warm and interesting with layers of textured knits, plush rugs and lush fabrics in pillows. While still showing off my found shells and sea glass.
I was re-inspired by Tim Neve's beautiful book - Sand Castles. It's one of my all-time favorite coastal decorating books; filled to the brim with gorgeous styling tips and photography. So easy to get lost in the pages dreaming up ways to reconfigure a coastal home!
Five Essentials:
1. Organic Shaped Vases or Bowls to Display Beach Treasures - here are a few examples that we love!
Vetrianno Recycled Glass Vase - 30 inches tall, this vase looks like water and can be filled with seaglass, tiny shells. or other beach finds. Your opportunity to be creative with display!
The Tofino Sculptural Bowl. Has fabulous texture and looks just like real coral!
2. Super Soft Knit Throws
New - Coos Bay Stripe Luxury Throw Created in subtle shades of grey and blue grey of wool, acrylic, and polyester, this throw blanket accent has a lustrous finish that will delight your senses in a warm blanket-like texture that is meant for getting cozy at the coast. Might be your new favorite!
Hampton Cable Knit Throws - 100% Merino Wool for luxury and warmth
3. Time to Roll up the Summer Rugs and Add Warmth and Texture with Plush Rugs
New! Storm Waves Luxury Wool Rug We love the subtle striped colors in this rug - coastal without being obvious.
Or a Shag Rug might just be perfect! Our Bliss Collection has wonderful varied color and a thick plush feel at an affordable price
4. Add lighting with natural texture like driftwood or tumbled glass
Seafoam Water Glass Table Lamp - I actually have this lamp in our home. Love it!
5. Throw Pillows - My Go-To decor trick for changing the seasons! Cost effective and the easiest way to add color and interest to a beach home room.
Silver Beaded Starfish Pillow - NEW
Love Linen Pillows - any time of year, they can create a sense of luxury and softness. New - Aqua Coral Garden Luxury Pillow (coral pink available too)
My favorite part about creating an updated look with a Beach Comber theme? Easy to do - you might already have all of the ingredients hiding in a different room or in a closet. This style is simply a great way to show off your love of a coastal lifestyle... collecting the treasures found tossed up by the ocean!
It's also my favorite way to bring beach style inside your home for fall.
P.S. You can find Tim Neve's Book "Sand Castles" at my favorite Pacific Northwest Book Store - Click here to arrive on my decorator book page.