tracy grogan tracy grogan

Friday Favs: Bunny Love

Hopping in with this week’s Friday Favs! I definitely fell down a rabbit hole and channelled my inner child with this bunny-est of living rooms. One of my earliest childhood memories was a sweet moment with my dad. I was a toddler and we were leaving Spain to move back to the US. Fun, fact I spent my first 2 and half years of my life in Spain. One early morning, my dad drove us to a field at sunrise for a surprise. He told me to be quiet and wait. Channel the commercial with the little girl watching the sunset. And then what felt like a long time, hundreds of rabbits came running through the misty dew filled fields. It was spectacular! I’m so curious how my dad timed that so perfectly.

I love that one of the bunny art pieces featured below is called “Running Rabbit”. Seems a propos.

What’s even more spectacular about that memory. It wasn’t one that was ever told to me. In fact, my dad overheard me in my twenties telling that story. He came around the corner as white as a ghost and we thought something was wrong. He was in awe that I actually remembered it. He wanted me to have a special memory of Spain and never knew that I remembered. Who knew it was actually true? What a sweet moment!

So back to the bunny-est living room. Can you spot all the rabbits? Did you catch the cutest bunnies in the wallpaper? This reminds me of my mom as I got my love of interior design from my mom. She loved changing things up. Especially after midnight. I can’t tell you how many times I stubbed my toe or bumped into a piece of furniture that wasn’t there the night before.

And my mom was the best gift giver! Her love language was definitely gifts. Her Easter scavenger hunts were the BEST! And my brother, sister and I loved those Easter mornings as we scampered through the house for the clues.

Plus, my mom always gave us an Easter basket filled with our favorite candy and whatever she thought we might like. They were personal and intentional. I think she would love this living room and would have so much fun holding court in it. I can see her adding her special pieces to celebrate Spring and Easter.

Don’t you think it would translate perfectly for a little girl’s bedroom. Just swap out your favorite bed for the sofa. An ivory upholstered headboard would be perfect!

Out of the four living room options, what’s your favorite? Check back next week, I’ll share my Easter gift picks.

Thanks for lettting me fall down this rabbit hole of memories. I know I got a little off course, but I have listed the sources for this loveliest and hip-hoppiest of bunny rooms

  1. Serena & Lily Coastal Blue Jute Border Rug gives the room a casual vibe.

  2. Serena & Lily South Seas Rattan Coffee Table Hurry, it’s on SALE!

  3. "Lapin' Dottie Rabbit" by Holly Addi at Serena & Lily

  4. Crawford Slipcovered Sofa with Box-Pleated Skirt by Jake Arnold at Crate & Barrel

  5. Bunny Painting, are you familiar with Hunt Slonem’s Bunny paintings? You need to check out the Bunny Wall!

  6. Blue Velvet Sofa at CB2 They say you should spend the most on things that touch your skin. Such as sheets, sofas, etc. So splurge on the pieces where you rest every day.

  7. Lyla Silver Blue Rug from CB2 love this color!

  8. Running Rabbit Art at McGee & Co.

  9. Gilded Hare Table Lamp at Anthropologie This lamp is elegantly quirky!

  10. Crawford Slipcovered Chair with Box-Pleated Skirt by Jake Arnold at Crate & Barrel A white sofa with a Chocolate Lab? Definitely, it it’s slipcovered.

  11. Bunny Painting by Hunt Slonem

  12. Crawford Slipcovered Chair by Jake Arnold at Crate & Barrel

  13. St. Germain Stone Coffee Table at Serena & Lily

  14. Scribbled Rabbit Art at McGee & Co.

  15. Crawford Grande Slipcovered Sofa by Jake Arnold at Crate & Barrel

  16. Morris & Co. Rabbit Wallpaper at Anthropologie how many rabbits to you spy? This would be fun in a dining room or little girl’s bedroom or even a boy’s nursery.

XO ~ Marie & Oakley

Read More
tracy grogan tracy grogan

Friday Favs: Too Soon for Summer?

I know, I know! It’s too soon for summer but I could not resist sharing what caught my eye this week. Apparently I am dreaming of my favorite place, the sea, and entertaining in coastal style.

  1. Lucie de Moyencourt Platter would be ideal for a summer evening entertaining by coast.

  2. Small Lion's Paw Vide Poche Shell and Large Lion's Paw Vide Poche Shell are works of art and would be a great catchall.

  3. Excited to see Pottery Barn now has this White Assorted Shell Garland. My husband gifted me the original and were surprised to see how orange it was. We may need to give this another try!

  4. Figural Shell Champagne Bucket makes me want to host a champagne or prosecco tasting

  5. This Wallpaper was so loved, it’s no longer available. Oops!

  6. Love the Floral Stoneware from ZaraHome and reminds me of enjoying an intimate dinner in a secluded beach cottage

  7. I fell in love Costa Nova dinnerware several years ago and I have been building my collection slowly. These Brisa Oval Dinner Plates are my favorite as they remind me of the ocean. Plus, they are definitely a conversation starter!

  8. Haddan Slipcover Dining Bench from Lulu and Georgia is striking and would look perfect in our breakfast nook.

  9. This Segundo Mother Of Pearl Chandelier is stunning! Don’t be surprised if you see this hanging in our dining room sometime soon.

  10. Inira Handwoven Wool Rug from Pottery Barn is a great addition to any coastal inspired room.

  11. Can I make a confession? I don’t love our builder-grade kitchen pendants and I have been eyeing these Nanina Pendant as a replacement.

  1. Marie & Oakley styling. Did you know I dabble in interior styling? Feel free to drop a comment or email at hello@marieandoakley.com for details.

  2. Such a cute Rattan Pineapple Crossbody Bag and would be so perfect for a summer date.

  3. Loved this Clamshell so much, I featured it twice!

  4. I have been following Saltwater Collection on Instagram for a while now and when she launched her Saltwater Collection coffee table book, I knew I had to have it. It reminds me of my childhood summer vacation in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. My husband not only surprised with the book but also a chance to meet the photographer, Faith Teasley, at a book signing in Raleigh.

  5. Masuma Accent Chair at Lulu and Georgia caught my eye several weeks ago. I have no idea how comfortable it would be but it looks super cool.

  6. A Seashell Desk Lamp? How cute would this be in my home office?

  7. How lovely is this Onyx Marble and Brass Coffee Table? And the Wicker Shelf is so unexpected. This would look perfect in our living room but I would have to convince my husband we need to make this ours.

  8. This Marie and Oakley necklace sold out but I have plans to bring it back. In the meantime, check out the new Spring Collection now.

  9. How is it I make jewelry and don’t have these Glass Beads in my home?

  10. I adore the softness and colors of this Finn Hand-Knotted Wool Rug from Pottery Barn. It mirrors my daily uniform of a well-loved pair of jeans and ivory colored sweater. Plus, it is currently on sale!

  11. This Shell Clutch from Anthropologie would be so cute for a beach wedding celebration.

XO ~ Marie & Oakley

Read More