Mad for Plaid

With the holidays several weeks past, many people decide to give their plaids and tartans a rest until next year. However, plaid is NEVER out for me. Whether it is madras plaid in the summer, or  a dark tartan for the winter, plaid is always acceptable in my book. I especially love when plaid is used in home decor (which isn't too often). I know Ralph Lauren does a lot with plaid which is part of the reason I love his creations so much! Here are a few pictures I've collected that are taken from either Tumblr or Google for your plaid inspiration. So, whip that plaid back out from storage and start sporting it again!

 Love the idea of using plaid in a mudroom. Plus, this plaid is very understated!

 This plaid is a little dark, and daring with color, but the white detail brightens up the space!

 I LOVE Mad Men and who couldn't love their kitchen walls. It really makes their dining "nook" cozy.

 This is all sorts of plaids. I love the idea of mixing and matching plaids, it adds character to a space.

 I love this bedroom, mainly because the pillows are too perfect but also because the room is so simple but the plaid throw adds a little character and coziness to the otherwise plain atmosphere.

 This bedroom is the perfect mountain house or lake house plaid. It mixes plaids very tastefully, but the plaids look cozy and rugged.

 I love this lamp shade! If you aren't too crazy about plaid for your entire room, start with something small--this lampshade is a great start!

 The idea to have a plaid piece of furniture is just too fun. I also love the oriental rug. I think oriental rugs go beautifully with most plaids.

 Good ol' Ralph does it again.

I would have never thought to add a plaid runner to a dining room table. What a fun idea for the holidays or you could make a madras runner for a fabulous summer cook out!

Are you mad for plaid like I am? How do you incorporate plaid into your home or your wardrobe? I'm always looking for fun and creative new ways! Have a fabulous day!

Yours, 

sCe

GIVEAWAY: Just Madras

Oh boy do I have a treat for all of you! Kimberly and Kim over at Just Madras are graciously giving away one of their Alison Madras Clutches AND you can get it monogrammed! I don't think there is any better combination than madras fabric and ruffles with a pretty monogram! I am head over heels for this company; everything they offer from, handbags to apparel, to accessories are absolutely beautiful, I want it all! Of course, they specialize in madras fabric (which is one of my absolute favorite fabrics) and they leave no detail unnoticed. They started in 2007 and import all of their fabrics right from India. I also love that all of their products are made right here in the USA. They have recently added a "Home" section to their website that features: ice buckets, tumblers, trays, and dishes and they are all done in beautiful plaids.
Another thing about Just Madras that I think is so fabulous is that they offer ties and bow ties for both boys and men. Wouldn't a beach wedding with all of the men in matching madras bow ties be perfect? I also love that you can match yourself to any male! You could be going to dinner and carry the Alison Clutch while your dad, boyfriend, grandpa, son, or brother could wear a bow tie, tie or belt that would match perfectly with your clutch. I especially love the idea of mother/son matching because unlike matching with your daughter, matching your son is much harder!

That is a picture of the Montauk bow tie and it is only $45. I think this would be a great gift for a dad, grad, or a little boy's first bow tie! These are my absolute favorites:

Sea Island Hair Tie-- I don't think this could get any cuter! I think this would look so pretty paired with a white or navy shift dress.

Madras Halter Dress This dress has such a flattering cut!

Patchwork Change Purse -- So perfect for student ID's and room key.

Madras Ballet Flats -- These are to die for! I think these would look darling with white pants, jeans, or khakis and a simple top so your shoes could make a statement.

Lucky for all of us, Just Madras is offering all of my readers free shipping through August 31 with the code SUMMERWIND at checkout!

To enter the Just Madras giveaway:

1. Be a follower and leave a comment with your favorite item from the Just Madras website (these are both mandatory)

2. Follow me on Twitter for a 2nd entry

3. Blog about this with a link to the post for a 3rd entry

Please leave a separate comment for each entry (example: if you do all 3 things, that is a total of 3 comments). The giveaway ends Sunday, August 22nd at midnight and I will announce a winner on Monday August 23rd.

I hope you all have a fabulous day!
Yours,
sCe

*As a side note, if you follow me on Twitter, you know that I met Taylor Lautner on Saturday, a post on that is to come tomorrow! The picture of him and I is in the sidebar to the right!

Lucky Me!!

I have been meaning to post this for a while, I have just been so backed up with school that I haven't had the chance. Now I finally do! A while back I won a gorgeous necklace from Kristin Pearce! Her jewelry is absolutely FABULOUS! I won a pearl and gold necklace and it looks great with everything I wear!The wrapping was just adorable; the picture just doesn't do it justice. I took a picture on my blackberry so it's probably not the best quality, but I can't say enough wonderful things about her jewelry. So if you don't follow her blog, head on over and leave her a sweet comment, or be on the lookout for her new website!

And my other exciting news is that I won an amazing giveaway from Allison at Smart and Sassy with Sprinkles. What did I win you ask? A Kate Spade wristlet!!! I am one lucky girl! So thank you to both Kristin and Allison for these amazing surprises! And check out Allison's blog because she just did a really great post on how to wear blazers!

I hope you are all having a fabulous Tuesday!
Yours,
sCe