Inspiration in Unusual Places - Florals

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With spring on it's way, fresh flowers help brighten things up in these last few dreary days of winter. They can also inspire a facelift or remodel in our homes! Pretty vibrant pinks inspire a bright color palette.

Love the calming shades of these succulents. Let it inspire a room or just one piece with different shades of pillows.

Muted shades of pink are very pretty and peaceful. Make a statement with your sofa or be more subtle and add the detail to your window treatments.

A bright orangey red... persimmon, flame, you name it. This is definitely a statement maker!

Neutrals - simple and elegant. This Thomas O'Brien room is a great example of how subtle is classic and beautiful.

Let your florals inspire your artwork. Keep bright colors contained in one place while letting the softer shades fill your walls and drapes.

Succulents bring so many beautiful colors, greens, blues, oranges. Let these inspire your room.

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What We Love About March

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1. "There is a feeling in the air when March arrives! It's a new beginning! I never associate March with being a winter month but the time I start to plan what will be going in my planters and pots!" - Suzanne

2. "All of the spring catalogs and looks are out and I'm ready to shop for a fresh look!" - Holly

3. "The return of color after Winter's darkness." - Megan

4. "The days get longer which equals more daylight. Who doesn't love light!" - Jessica

5. "Luck! Four leaf clovers, horseshoes, wishbones, rabbit feet. Love any little lucky charm." - Andrea

6. "I love green! Kelly green, chartreuse, hunter green - I don't discriminate." - Kristina

7. "I love the first signs of spring - It's hopeful. Bright. Happy." - Jessica

8. "Tulips blooming." - Andrea "Flowers starting to bud and peek through the snow!" - Megan

9. "I love being able to wear open toed shoes because the weather is getting warmer." - Jen "Opened toe shoes are on the horizon. I love me a fresh pedicure!" - Jessica

10. "Spring brings this excitement and energy - a new love for life!" - Holly

What do YOU love about March?

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With Love from Alice Lane - Inspiration in Unusual Places

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Here at Alice Lane we like to think of this day of love not only as a holiday for couples but as a great time to show love and appreciation for friends, family, co-workers, roommates, you name it! It's also the perfect holiday to be inspired by! We love the colors of Valentine's Day. Pinks and bright reds! Mmm... delish! These are a few of our favorite rooms! Be inspired! Share some love!

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We're Obsessed - Belgian Linen Bedding

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We're obsessed with linen bedding! We indulge in our white Libeco sheets and can't tell you how perfect they are - they will make you feel like a queen! We visited their showroom last Market and got to see all of their beautiful products right from the mother ship! Belgium! This Market they introduced some colored striped bedding - quilted and bright - that was just divine.

And this month they've made it onto Elle Decor's "What's Hot!" list.

Fresh Flowers for the One You Love

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With the day of love just around the corner, everyone needs flowers! Whether for a significant other or just a good friend - nothing is better than fresh flowers. It's one of our February favorites! For the past month, we have been getting fresh flowers in the store once a week by our good friend Julia. She does such an beautiful job! Here are the arrangements that she's done for the store. Take a peek at her blog to see more or contact her at (801) 471.9337 to get flowers for the one you love for Valentine's Day!

What We Love About February

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1. Valentine's Day - "I love that there is a holiday dedicated to showing love to others - from my kids' valentines to the chick flicks. I think its a good excuse to tell someone you love them. (It doesn't have to be romantic) just admirable! I admire so many great men and women in my life! And I secretly hope my husband will do something unexpected without too much prompting." - Jessica

2. Hot Chocolate - " I love the cold weather outside so I can grab a blanket and hot chocolate and snuggle up to my hubby." - Jen

3. Leap Year - "It only comes every four years! What's not to love!" - Holly

4. Pink! - Valentine's Day and Pink! The perfect of all combinations

5. Candy Hearts - Just a little bit of elementary school love nostalgia.

6. Chocolates - It's the month to indulge in something rich and decadent.

7. Fresh Flowers - "I love fresh flowers in the dead of winter! Such a luxury!!" - Jessica

8. Bubble Baths & Candles - Nothing like warming up and relaxing on a cold winter's evening with a delicious smelling candle and a good read.

9. Love - Everyone has love in their life. Let the ones you admire and love know that you think they are great this month!

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Inspiration in: Fashion

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Pattern in fashion and interiors can be inspiration to each other. I will see a wallpaper and wish I could have a skirt made with that same pattern or I will see a stunning dress and dream about having tailored custom pillows made from that same fabric. Let yourself be inspired by both and find a way to make it happen - maybe find a similar pattern or at least a similar scale!

A geometric pattern is a bold statement. Add it to lounge chairs or a sofa to make your statement in a living room. A small amount of a geometric pattern can go a long way.

The honeycomb is another bold statement geometric pattern. A springtime dress maybe? Fall in love with a wallpaper and use it in a small space like a powder room to spice things up.

A bit of floral freshens things up for spring. A brightly colored silk skirt or a headboard and draperies can liven up a room and make it light and cheery!

The black and white stripe is a classic. Put a spin on the classic with a gradated stripe or varied thicknesses. Loving this rug!

[photos from Anthropologie, J.Crew, Gorman, Madewell, House Beautiful, Lonny, and Elle Decor]

Don't forget to enter our PATTERN GIVEAWAY going on here.

It's Giveaway Time! - CLOSED

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This week it's all about pattern! And we are kicking it off with a giveaway! This John Robshaw pillow would be great on a bed, sofa or window seat!

17" x 32" Retails at $158.50

Enter to win by following these rules:

- Follow this blog and leave us a comment. - For an extra entry, post this giveaway on your blog, Facebook, Twitter, etc.  Just copy the link into your comment on this post so that we can see it and your name will be entered twice. The giveaway closes Thursday, February 9th and the winner will be chosen at random and announced on Friday, February 10th. Please leave your email address so that we can contact you! Good luck!

Insta-ALHC

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We are just a little bit obsessed! We just joined Instagram and are trying our best to not overwhelm you with photos.

We love these instant snapshots so you can see a little bit of the day to day at Alice Lane mixed in with new products, sales, current projects, things that inspire and even some funny moments!

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