During a recent episode of OMG I need to demo my house and buy all-new-everything Fixer Upper, it dawned on me that what’s really missing from my home is some more industrial touches of black iron. Whether it be in a light fixture, a picture frame, a railing or kitchen hardware, it’s time to mix in some matte black elements in with my bright whites. Here is some inspo conjured up from my lightbulb moment to help you also get back to black. The bottom line: In small doses, matte black is the new black. Time to bust out the spray paint. Thanks as always, Joanna Gaines!

a: Amber Interiors

b, c, e & i: Magnolia Market Blog (Fixer Upper)

f: Becki Owens

g: Liz Marie Blog

h: Lexi Grace

Getting dressed just got easier! As we head into spring, the perfect transitional ensemble is one that’s quite easy to master. Step 1: slip into a pair of cool, cropped jeans. Step 2: put on some chic slides. Voila! Love the look but can’t afford the Gucci version? No worries, I have a plan! For further instructions, see the following guide:

a. BCBGeneration ‘Lori’
b. Vince Union Slouch
c. Aldo ‘Adeinia’
d. Steven ‘Fume’
e. AG ‘Phoebe’ Vintage Patchwork Jean
f. Birkenstock ‘Boston’
g. 7 For All Mankind Cropped Bootcut Jean
h. Rag & Bone High-Waist Flare Cropped Jeans
i. Steven ‘Razzi’
j. Hudson ‘Mia’ Crop Flare Jeans
k. Dolce Vita ‘Baz’
l. Louise et Cie ‘Finay’
m. Chiara Ferragni X Levi’s Boyfriend Jeans
n. Steven ‘Ferrin’