Derby Week - The Horse in Home Decor

I'm so excited to be participating in Derby Week!  Thanks so much to Janette and Jordan over at The 2 Seasons for putting this little shindig together!


I may be a Californian living in Kentucky; but I've been married to a Kentucky boy for almost 12 years now and I think that counts for something right?!  ;)  Anyhow, if you've been around my blog for any amount of time then you already know I'm a big fan of horses in home decor.

This was taken back in February. 

Many of you already knew that I have a giant white horse head hanging over my mantle.  We call her White Beauty, and she's part of the family now.  (I purchased her from ZGallerie about 2 years ago.)

It seems the equestrian style is becoming more and more popular, and I for one am quite happy to see horses popping up everywhere.  In my opinion, whether on trend or not, an equestrian style is classic and timeless.  In addition, bringing in a little horse decor works in almost every design style from traditional to modern; and more often than not one key piece is all you really need.

Here are a few of my favorites!

ZGallerie

This driftwood horse from ZGallerie would be great on bookshelf, mantle, or coffee table.

I may just need to purchase this next piece for my front door!

Pottery Barn 

Ummmmm, can you say Mother's Day gift?  One horse door knocker - yes please!

And how great is this lamp from West Elm?

West Elm

It could work with any style.

And if you still need a little horse convincing.........

Lonny

HGTV

Houzz

Country Living

Pottery Barn Teen

Are you ready to add a little horse decor to your home?

If you're still not ready to commit, you can always try these fun, free Derby party printables.  Have yourself a festive Derby party!  A very sweet reader e-mailed this link to me, and I just had to share it with all of you.

I'll be back later today with the last post of the Color My World challenge and a link party you won't want to miss!  Two posts in one day - can you handle it?!