I never used to like gold. In fact, I pretty much swore off the precious metal back in high school and refused to wear it. I became all about the silver, and in some ways I still am. BUT, in the past few years I started a love affair with metallics, and not just silver. It started with mixed metals (check out Twisted Silver!), and morphed into a preference for metallics at the holidays. As my tastes matured, and the rise of Instagram offered the perfect platform for getting inspired, I have come to see gold in a whole new light. As a color choice for decor and accessories, I actually prefer it to silver. I love me a good gold foil inspirational print or gold dotted pillow. Metallics have also been a big trend for children’s clothing this winter season and are here to stay well beyond the glitz and glamour of New Year’s. As I was collecting ideas, I quickly realized I might need 3 separate posts so I can dedicate a post for the grown-up Fancy Girl, and then another day after that for gold accessories for all ages. Pretty much because of these gold sequin leggings, this tutu skirt, this gold DIY elbow patch, and these Hot Jewels. So as a start, here are 10 ways I love the use of gold in decor and accessories. For more inspiration, check out my metallic Pinterest board.
{ 1. Gold foil lettering/print by Typegrace on Instagram }
{ 2. Gold/glittery party decor and accessories by Make It Merry Shop on Etsy }
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{ 3. Gold Leopard + Pink Note Set, Made By Girl }
{4. Gold Metallic Pillows, Caitlin Wilson Textiles }
{5. Gold Dotted Garland by Pottery Barn Kids }
{ 6. Golden Ticket to the Moon Pillowcase, Pop Factory }
{7. Gold Dot Baby Blanket, Dwell Darling on Etsy }
{8. Gold Vinyl Heart Wall Decals, Jesabi on Etsy }
{9. DIY Gold Glitter Letters/Banners by Lia Griffith }
{10. Pink, Ivory & Gold Curly Fabric Garland, OhMyCharley on Etsy }
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