The Summer Edit with Wayfair

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I’m teaming up with Wayfair to bring you The Summer Edit, including a Q & A with me, home design inspiration and advice, and my product picks for the season. Home design is one of my favorite things to dive into each season and Summer time is definitely one of my favorites. 

The Wayfair Summer Edit Q & A with Kerry of Iced Tea & Top Knots

Wayfair: Which area of your home are you most focused on updating or sprucing up for the summer season and why?

Kerry: I am the most focused on fixing up my backyard and making it an oasis because I have a feeling that will be where my family and I spend most of our time on the beautiful summer nights. 

Wayfair: Which color palettes are speaking to you this season?

Kerry: I really love neutral colored furniture mixed with colored accents like orange and blue, which ties into my love of sports. 

Wayfair: Are there any home design trends that you are really loving right now?

Kerry: I am loving the trend of creating an oasis and place to hang right in your own home. 

Wayfair: Which activities are you most looking forward to this summer?

Kerry: I am looking forward to having amazing summer nights in my backyard with my family and friends while watching baseball. 

Kerry’s Wayfair Product Picks for Summer

For me when I am shopping for products for summer, I don’t like to change the big pieces out like couches and tables , but I love to change out the accents like rugs, pillows, lights and table decor (table runner, candles, flowers). Pieces I do love to change out that are on the larger side are items like bar carts and outdoor storage like spices up the space I am working on. Here are some of my favorite products picks from the bathroom sanctuary to awesome pieces for the outdoor oasis. 

Summer Highlight: Dreamy Vacation-Worthy Bathrooms

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For me creating a sanctuary all throughout the home is one of the most important things I need especially in the summer when things seem extra hectic. That dreamy sanctuary for me starts with my bathroom, specifically my bathtub and vanity/sink. The reason for that is they are the spots that bring me the most zen from having a bubble bath with candles to doing my skincare and makeup routines at the vanity/sink area. Yes, I do sometimes sit on the counter with my feet in the sink like when I was a teeanger and it is the best!  

Shop clawfoot tubs, bathroom tile, vanities (and double vanities!) and more over at Wayfair!

Summer Highlight: Outdoor Oasis

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Five cute outdoor decor ideas for summer that won’t break the bank!

Not everything has to break the bank especially when it comes to redoing your summer outdoor space. How to keep from doing that is changing out your accent pieces or picking out new ones like lights and/or fire pits. 

Here are my top 5 items to change out or get new that won’t break the bank: 

  1. Change out your outdoor rug for a bright, fun new one 
  2. Add outdoor string lights 
  3. Incorporate a fire pit table
  4. Get a fun outdoor game set up like cornhole
  5. Be sure to add a great, large umbrella

Shop More Outdoor on Wayfair: String Lights | Patio Furniture Sets | Patio Furniture Cushions | Propane Fire Pit Tables | Outdoor Fireplaces | Wine Refrigerators | Metal Patio Furniture | Outdoor Games | Swing Sets

Back to School Wayfair Dream Classroom Giveaway

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As Wayfair Professional recently launched a Dream Classroom Giveaway contest (entries were accepted March 30, 2021 – April 13, 2021) to show appreciation for educators everywhere who have done so much for students during this year of uncertainty. One lucky educator will win a fully furnished, expertly curated classroom their students will be excited to return to. The winner will be announced in August, so stay tuned to see the lucky educator’s dream classroom transformation. Read about last year’s winners and see their exciting new classrooms here.

Check out classroom furniture and equipment from Wayfair: 

Classroom Chair/Desk Combos | Whiteboards | Bulletin Boards | Early Education Kids Sofas and Group Seating | Chalkboards | Podiums & Lecterns | Cubbies | Lockers | Folding Tables | Folding Chairs

This year especially I am extra excited to change my decor up with pieces from Wayfair. I am focusing on my indoor and outdoor sanctuaries without breaking the bank. We can do it and feel more at home. Here is to an amazing summer full of sunshine and joy! 

Fun in the Sun: It’s Festival Season!

“Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without.” ~Confucious

This Confucious quote is one of truth, music is one I cannot do without and many of you can’t either. Music gives us memories and reminds us of specific moments. Music helps us through the good, the bad and the ugly of life. I know one song that always makes me laugh is “Bump,Bump, Bump” by B2K, it is a reminder of all my high school dancers with my friends. Music is one of fun, hope and joy, which is what makes festival season one of the best times of the year.

With the music of the festivals like Coachella, Stage Coach, FYRE and Bonnaroo (check out Seat Geek for all the festivals happening ) comes the festival fashion, which has sparked new styles continuously including brands creating capsule collections specifically for this season like White Fox, Revolve, Forever 21 and places like Target, Sidecca, Coco Rose Boutique, Attire LA, Puma, Indah and many more have perfect looks for any festival you are attending along with different showrooms that highlight amazing designers for your festival looks.

A survival tip to remember for festival season: don’t forget to hydrate throughout each day and this fun waterbottle from Bando makes for the perfect festival hydration accessory.

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I have always loved styling looks with festival season in mind so here are a handful of my favorites with my special twist 🙂

Here’s to having fun and listening to great music !