Throw Pillows Galore

 Zig Zag Texture Pillows, 2 for $21

Whimsical Bike Pillow, $30

Handmade Yellow and White Pillows, 2 for $25

Black Polka Dots, $24 each

Ikat Design, 2 for $60

Preppy and Elaborate Dorm Room

We spotted this preppy dorm room, courtesy of Cup of Jo, and just couldn't believe our eyes. Here is living proof that you can transform any space with the right materials!

For Dad

Dad is easy to please. He's not high maintenance and anything related to Wake Forest will make him happy (because he went here or just because you go here, either way). 


We like this logo tie because it's got the WF logo without being overwhelming - subtle and classy, just like your dad. 

If there is any one item that defines the style of a dad - it's got to be a vest. Who wears vests besides Dads? Check out this Cutter & Buck one from the Deacon Shop. 

If your Dad is a historian - give him the recently published History of Wake Forest University: Vol. V as a Christmas gift. He'll love to read more about the background on this great institution. Plus, it's written by Provost Emeritus Ed Wilson (yes, the guy who Shorty's named the Mr. Wake Forest burger after) so he's bound to love it! Check it out here.  

A simple WF logo belt, like this one, is always a good idea for Dad. He'll love wearing it to games throughout the year.

If Dad is looking for something cool for his office, maybe you should consider getting him a replica Wake Forest football helmet. This will be a conversation piece and another opportunity for him to bring you up to all of his visitors! Check it out here. 

Or perhaps you could get him one of these awesome panoramic shots of BB&T field or the Joel. Pick his favorite sport, or if you're feeling generous, get both!

The Yellow Hues of Paris

We love this series of 9 pictures from Paris. Called "It Just Happened," all of the pictures feature a yellow highlight found in the City of Lights. Sold here on Etsy for $36, we think this could be a very chic feature in your home, apartment or dorm room.




The seller is also producing these "Sweetness and Light" prints which are inspired by the famous gothic rose windows at Notre Dame. This is also a great gift if you know anyone who has studied abroad or wants to study abroad in Paris. Check it out here for $26.

Chic Deac Bedroom (Pt. 3)

As a little bit of inspiration for move-in day (which is better than Christmas on this campus) -

Check out this alphabet art. You can spell any word and test out the look of it in their demo feature. We tried Wake and thought it would be perfect for your house or dorm room!


Check it out here.

Chic Deac Dorm Room (Pt. 3)

Pottery Barn has this gorgeous yellow painterly paisley duvet cover on sale for $70. Keep in mind that your college bed fulfills many purposes: it's your desk, your dining room table and your sofa. I can speak from personal experience with a PB duvet - they last forever, wash really well in college dorm dryers and it was always easy to remove stains.


Urban Outfitters has some really great accessories for rooms. First, let's cover the area rug. Every room needs a rug. The tile floors are way too cold to walk on in the morning, so invest in a good rug. This will get a lot of wear and tear - in my experience they can last two years if you take good care of them. Check out this yellow chenille rug from Urban for $40.


I love this pillow, for $24 from Urban Outfitters, and think it would be perfect with this one we had previously blogged about. Put them together with this duvet and you'll have the cutest bed on campus.


Also, this alarm clock has a lot of charm. It would make waking up for an 8am class much easier!

Lastly, let's talk about a wall monogram. This is a perfect dorm room decoration because it isn't too heavy and it doesn't cause any wall damage. I'd order the circle one (pictured below) in black or yellow. There are a ton of color choices, but obviously we like the black and gold best!


One week until move-in day on campus!