Color of the Year | ROSE QUARTZ & SERENITY

1 // Self Portrait Dress

2 // Mini Nesting Bowls

3 // Tapestry Wall Hanging

4 // Rosegold Wall Mount

5 // Lovely pink hair courtesy of Pinterest 

6 // West Elm Planters

Not one, but two colors Pantone has given us to outfit our bodies, faces and furnishings in for 2016. At first glance, Rose Quartz and Serenity remind me of a baby shower, old family photo's or my parents textured wallpaper in the 80's. But then I started looking at how this could translate into modern home decor. Rose Quartz in a flat paint splashed on the walls in a bedroom would look amazing, and even more lovely when paired with black. And Serenity, here me out on this one, worn in a shirt as a texture, then a darker Serenity hue in a jacket and matching pant. It's like a dressier take on head-to-toe denim. Am I right?

Color Coded | Indi-go-go

Top : Madewell

Jeans : Point Sur

Jacket : Asos

Shoes : Vintage 

Bag : Etsy

Indigo.  It's everywhere and it’s not just for your favorite pair of jeans anymore. It’s great because it works from head to toe. So layer it to create dimension within a classic hue. 

A fellow twin mom and friend of mine recently posted a blurb on a forum I follow, "Parents of Multiples" that touched me. She wrote about the time she'd spent that morning and expressed her frustrations. That morning was extra special to her because for the first time in 21 months she'd been able to sit and enjoy the morning with just one of her twin boys because the other had slept in. They had breakfast together, read the books he wanted to read and played outside while she enjoyed her coffee. It had solidified the fears she had when she'd found out she was carrying twins; something I feared as well. The inability to fully focus on one child during the most precious time. She wrote about the happiness she felt in that moment with one, but then expressed the sadness that soon followed realizing what she'd feared was true. I hear you friend!
I have separation anxiety and often fear leaving them, even for a quick trip to the grocery store. I stare at each one of them for so long I've probably given them a complex. I never wish time away or look forward to tomorrow even at our worst. And I am so thankful for each moment to a fault, it's often a distraction. Just know fellow multiples mommies and daddies... There are two things in life for which we are never truly prepared for: twins. 

Color Coded | Bright Chrome

Dress : Mara Hoffman Embroidered Cutout Maxi Dress

This color code is brought to you by a new hair color that requires bi-weekly toning and a dress plucked up from Anthropologie's sale on sale on sale. 

I read a quote the other day that I'd never read before, it's by the great Dr. Seuss of course. "Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory". 

Last Saturday I was sitting with my girls in our living room while Jeff was away at work. Macie was unfolding all the laundry I'd just organized, Marlowe was screaming because her milkie's weren't heating up fast enough, they'd both just pooped and needed diaper changes and was about an hour past their nap time; which every parent knows is a the most sacred daily event known to mankind. I hadn't showered in 48 hours and was covered with food and slobber. The pre-child Michele would have been traumatized by the future if given a glance into that moment. There's no doubt that it's the most exhausting, challenging and emotional time in my life but it's also the greatest pleasure. It's taught me patience, selflessness and most of all has allowed me to be the nurturing human I'd been yearning for. It has put life into a new perspective... Shit really doesn't matter. No one cares if the house is messy or if I wore the same t-shirt and jeans the last 3 times you've seen me and I'm not hard on myself if I don't post anything on here for 3 months. And, most of all life is as good as it can get if my family is happy and healthy. 

So, cheers to you Dr. Seuss. And cheers to dressing up and getting a sitter for the night every once in awhile. 

Color of the Year | Marsala

one // Butter nail polish

two // Baby Hello onesie

three // David Lerner leggings

four // Urban Outfitters bedding

five // Fisherman's scarf

six // Modern chair & ottoman

seven // Matt Bernson boots

eight // Gap utility jacket

nine // CB2 filing cabinet

ten // Zara mini skirt

eleven // Aritzia pant

MARSALA PANTONE 18-1438 
Being that it's already March and I'm just addressing this years Pantone color of the year might be a giveaway that I'm underwhelmed by their choosing. 2012's Pantone color was Tangerine Tango but it really should have been Oxblood (click here for a previous post). The market was flooded with this shade, almost to the point where it was the only hue you could buy an item in. It was 2012's black. I do think this new earthy, elegant shade will translate well to fashion, beauty and interiors so it'll be fun to see how it's used this time around. 
So of course I have put together a little collection of items for your peepers that suggests this colorway is on it's way in. So far the hue is being played much deeper then the Pantone shade so I'm excited to see how it will be used as the seasons progress. 

Hey cool, it's a blog post

Blouse : J.Crew

Skirt : Mango

Boots : Solestruck

Well, where do I start?  
...Merry Christmas!
...Happy New Year!?! 
...I head back to work in 1 month! (Can you feel my pounding heart?)

Last year we were living in a tight space in NE Portland with our 2 dogs. I would have never guessed that within twelve months we'd double the size of our human family and be cozied up in a spacious MCM in NW. It was a good year to farewell. I'd re-live 2014 over and over again.

I remember crying over every growth spurt my girls had but have quickly realized that every step only gets better. Important milestones: I can finally get through "You Are My Sunshine" without crying. Around 2 months old they told me that they loved me, with their eyes. Open mouth kisses are the only kind of kisses. And Marlowe, she's a couple weeks shy of losing the nick name "Bob Burns". "Bob" for the exaggerated head bobbing that's given almost every Marlowe snuggler a fat lip, and "Burns" for her impressive resemblance to Mr. Burns from the Simpsons.

This post is a jumpstart to getting back into my creative flow. I enjoy this space to keep connected to myself, the creative culture in Portland and to chronicle life's important pieces and tid bits. I have found a goal to set for myself going into 2015 and I think it's something important. Too often people forget that some of life's greatest moments are the not-so-pretty ones. They're not as fuzzy, or beautiful, or well... Perfect. Social media has allowed people to create fictional, unattainable lives that are rarely displayed in their natural light. I'm not planning on exposing myself to you all without makeup on (holy shit) or getting dark and depressing. But, to just be realistic. 

Candy pink and primaries | Color Coded

Red, Blue and… Pink. So playful, confident and sophisticated when paired with variations of black, brown or white. 

Color coded : Any three colors that are directly next to each other on the color wheel are considered analogous colors. Blue and red cuddle each other on the color wheel, then when mixed together you get magenta, it's tertiary color baby. Wearing color shouldn't intimidate. It's about finding combinations that are flattering on you and being willing to experiment. 

Unfortunately my look is missing a red hit. I should have written this post prior to the event I wore this to so I knew how to do it Wright! 

Jeff and I are feeling super special after reading all of your sweet comments about our double dittle duo that's on their way. I'm looking forward to showing an obvious tummy, right now it just looks like I have a serious case of front butt. Stretch pants are my best friend. 

xoxo

Color Coded | Chalky hues

Jacket : Whistles
Nailpolish : Green with Envy

Leggings : Femme

Sweater : Cheap Monday

Autumn selection in an earthy palette with flecks of pale muddy rose and some blue. I can't seem to get away from these dusty, chalky hues mixed with variations of gray similar to a recent color coded post. It's common to wear black, white and grey during winter so it makes these unexpected sweet tones super interesting. It's so fresh and it kind of makes me happy when wearing it. While they may have once been strictly associated with spring’s blooming flowers, they are one of this winter’s biggest statement makers. Talk chalk!

Color Coded | Harvest Hues

The scents of Autumn. 

The cold, crisp air and sweet hot drinks. 

The thick cozy layers and.. THE  C O L O R S ! It's such a magical time of year. When trees bare its adornment; everything gets to start over, cleansing the earth one leaf at a time. Anticipating the celebrations year end brings and Halloween is just the beginning.

Happy Halloween Friends!

Color Coded | Winter pastels

Getting lost in a sea of delicate florals, pastel prints and icy cold crystals. 
Pastels do have a place in our cold weather wardrobe rotation. Chalky hues may not be a conventional choice in autumn, but they are a welcome pop amongst the ubiquitous all-black ensembles.

Color of the Year | Emerald

one // Madewell Everyday Clutch

two // Alice + Olivia Roaming Tiger Bangle

three // Halogen Leather Tee

four // Dannijo Magnolia Earrings

five // Etsy Westwood Handmade Purse 

six // J.Crew Cashmere Tile Sweater

seven // I don't know but we all need one! {RareRina}

eight // Michael Kors Blake Watch

nine // Madewell Openweave Scarf

ten // Steven Alan Adalene Clutch

Fall equinox is days away and I want you to be prepared. Being that Emerald is Pantone's color of the year I thought it would be worthy of some attention. I've already seen an enormous amount of emerald colored product sprinkled into the fall marketplace and this is just the beginning. Last fall it was about the oxblood/burgandy tones and this year you'll see this transitioning into these deep woodsy tones and bright emerald hues. 

Also, welcome to WrightforMichele's newest addition :: Color Coded.

Here I'll be sharing mood boards, inspiration and color trend information.

I hope you enjoy!

Colors of the desert

Columbia Sportswear Color Committee

Goal:  live happy. explore daily. work differently.  ...and build the color palette while seeking sun and being inspired by the outdoors with no interruptions.

three designers

two days

one creative director 

65 lbs of color chips

a whole lotta optimism...

Three days of immersing ourselves in outdoor activities while surrounded by color and design inspiration is an incredible and productive way to work. On our trip to Palm Springs we hiked Joshua Tree, Palm Canyon, went on an amazing Architecture Tour and worked the color palette for Spring 2015! Then cheers'd to the end of a rewarding assignment.   

Thankful for the awesome experience and to be surrounded by inspiring talent everyday. 

Color Coded | You're mine!

We await the arrival of our lucky guests with salted caramel cupcakes and champagne liquid treats.

Cheers to a day full of LoVE!

Thank you Pinterest for showering my stream with beautiful v a l e n t i n e inspiration shown above.