Five on Friday

I'm hoping your week went by as fast as mine. Can't believe we've made it to Friday again. With that said, here is this week's Five on Friday. Enjoy!

1. Winterscapes

I've always loved snow up until just after Christmas. And then, I've always wished for it to go away. I mean, what purpose does snow serve once we are done "getting in the spirit" for Christmas?  Since this is not usually a reality in Michigan, I decided to embrace winter this year. (At least as far as décor goes.)

We decorate our tables with beautiful flowers in the spring and pumpkins and gourds in the fall, but what about that period after Christmas and before Valentine's Day, spring and Easter? Aware of the decorating void during this period, I decided to decorate our dining room table with my best "wintry" interpretation. 

This time of year means tree branches and abandoned pinecones as the leaves have all blown away. With that in mind, I threw a few pinecones and candles on the table atop a rustic, burlap-like tablecloth. 

I am absolutely LOVING it. Very simple and serene.

2. Downton Abbey

I could probably include this on each and every one of my "Five on Friday" posts until the season is overwith because it is THAT good. Every Sunday at 9 p.m. I am glued to my tv anxiously awaiting the fancy dinners complete with long gloves and tiaras, witty exchanges and the scandal and hoopla that is the servant quarters. 

3. Fashion Week

The New York Spring 2014 Fashion Show is officially underway as of yesterday and I cannot wait to see what comes of it. 

Above is one of my absolute favorite color combos!

4. Custom Closets

Until just before the arrival of our son, the second bedroom closet served as my own personal closet and my husband used our bedroom closet for his closet. Having to downsize to sharing a closet has proven to be a bit chaotic and definitely CRAMPED. 

With that in mind, we bit the bullet and sprung for a professional closet company to come in and take a look at both bedroom closets. Above are the blueprints and the process will begin late next week. I cannot wait!

5. Virgin Islands (St. Thomas)

 This one is WAY exciting. I found out late last week that I will be heading to the Virgin Islands--specifically St. Thomas--later this year. Although I wish I were going NOW with the winter we're having, I am so grateful and excited to be heading to this destination. 

Above are pictures taken from the resort we will be staying in. 

Did I mention I'm excited?!? 

Cheers,

Samara