Being different.. just for the sake of being different.. is annoying. We all know that girl/guy. And ew.
Being different because that’s who you are, is beautiful! And empowering to others!
Coco Chanel said: don’t be like the rest of them, darling.
I couldn’t agree more.
This next part may sting a little.
I think a lot about this neutral trend that we are seeing in home decor. All gray and white. All greige.. and white. All whites. I’m certainly not speaking about everyone but I have noticed that for far too many, a neutral palette is a copout. They’ll never admit it, but it’s easier to decorate with neutrals because tough decisions on color that may or may not be popular choices, never have to be made.
I feel like one thing I do more than anything else is give women courage to pursue the home they really want. Not what their mom or sister or coworker suggests but the home that they want.
It does take courage to step out of what’s expected of you and pursue what you really want for your home.
So I’ll say to you what I say to so many others,
Take the time to figure out what you really want for your home: You color story, your style and the way you want your home to feel.
Figure out what’s standing in your way: Is it your insecurity? Is it the strong opinions of others? Is it finances?
Make a plan for removing the obstacles: This could mean starting a savings or selling some stuff in your home to raise the funds. It could mean having a sit down talk with someone who has a strong opinion on your home and life.
Go for it! For some, this could be the hardest part! I get it. But creating a home that you love to be in, that refreshes you and inspires you and motivates you to go out and do what you’re supposed to do in the world, is worth the effort! You and your family are worth the effort!
“don’t be like the rest of them, darling.”
Don’t fall into what everyone else is doing out of fear or exhaustion. I urge you to take the time to get to know what you want and summon the courage to pursue it. You got this!
Blessings on you and your home,
Catrina
