Uncommonly Coastal

How to Bring Coastal Elegance Home, No Matter Where You Live

Coastal Elegance

Do you love the feel of coastal elegance in your home? Have you ever dreamed of bringing the relaxing vibes of the coast into your space, no matter where you are?  Yup, me too!

I adore the colors and the feel of coastal design in general and it infuses such a peaceful feeling into my interiors.  I’m not particularly fond of the “kitschy” atmosphere, but I do lean towards a more casual-elegant feeling overall. 

However, embracing the tranquility and charm of coastal living doesn’t require a beachfront property. Instead, it simply begins with the thoughtful infusion of coastal home decor. Coastal decor brings the serene ambiance of the seaside right into your home, whether you’re miles away from the shoreline or lucky enough to have an ocean view.

Embracing the Best of Autumn: My Top 14 Fall Obsessions

Fall is finally here!  I love the autumn season and it’s my very favorite time of the year – no matter where I am.  The best of autumn includes temperatures that are FINALLY cooling off and a crispness in the air that I absolutely love. Pumpkins and fall décor are appearing on doorsteps and fall colors are rich and vibrant.  I am obsessed with the fall season! This quote is one of my favorites and it is posted in my office. 

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”  L.M. Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables”

The fall season brings SO many things to make me smile.  Here are my top 14 including my FAVORITE easy recipe below! 

Coastal Scents: The Vacation Collection by Bella Vela

Are you one of those people who opens and sniffs all the candles while standing in line to check out? I am.

There are some pleasant smells, but none just exactly “it.” I put them back, disappointed.

I want to walk into my home and be immediately welcomed by a beautiful scent – something fragrant, yet clean. I want to be greeted by the scent of being stretched out on an island somewhere, anywhere. Is this too much to ask? You know the scent. There’s a little floral sweetness to it, and maybe orange? Coconut? Definitely some sea.

Well, I found it and I’m happy to share. You can thank me later.

Welcome to the Uncommonly Coastal Blog

Dream with me for a minute.   

Picture yourself on a pristine coastal beach, where the sand caresses your toes, the ocean breeze whispers through your hair, and the rhythmic sounds of the crashing waves lull you into a state of bliss.  Ahhh…     

As you walk along the shoreline, with the warmth of the sun and the scent of the salty air, all your cares and burdens gently melt away. Then, when the sun begins its descent, painting the sky with hues of pink and orange, you realize there is nowhere else you would rather be.