Why are We so Attracted to Beauty?

 

Why are we so attracted to beauty?Why are we so attracted to beauty? I’ve been thinking about this quite a bit recently. What is it about beautiful things that captivate our attention? I’m not simply referring to materialistic beauty, although that does fall under this category. I’m referring to any type of beauty- beauty in simplicity, in fresh blooms, the perfect sunset, a cool breeze, the way the movement of a dress makes you feel, the way candle light flickers in a dark room.

Why are we so attracted to beauty?

I am keenly aware of my desire to find beauty. After much thought, I believe my desire to find beautiful things and celebrate beauty comes from my desire to see and know Him- the only truly perfect thing about this world. Each time we get a glimpse of beauty, we are reminded of the loveliness beyond our broken world. We are reminded of the joy and promised redemption that is coming. By focusing on beauty we get to share in God’s goodness.

beyond blessed you are enough 3So often our days are filled with routine, basic struggles and busyness, all of which rob us of our wonder. I yearn to seek beauty and to cultivate beauty. Because beauty speaks, even when we do not. Seeking beauty gives us the opportunity to transform the ordinary into little blessings. Beauty reminds us of God’s unchanging goodness. When you seek or cultivate beauty, you are daring to bring His goodness into our ordinary days.

Why are we so attracted to beauty?
Where do you find beauty?
How can you cultivate beauty?

Credits:
photography :: B Schwartz Photography 

styling :: Tandem Events 
flowers :: La Fleur du Jour 
dress :: BHLDN 
Hair :: Pinned & Proper

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22 Comments

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    Felicia Silver
    September 14, 2016 at 8:54 am

    These are beautiful photos! I love your hair as well.

    Felicia | http://www.prettychicpink.com

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 14, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you Felicia! I was blessed to be part of an incredibly talented team!

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    Nataly Kimball
    September 14, 2016 at 8:56 am

    Beautiful post and those flowers are gorgeous!!

    -Nataly
    http://www.beautifullyelegantblog.com

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 14, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you Nataly! Aren’t the flowers incredible? Surprisingly, they lasted a long time too!

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    Bryn Bradsher
    September 14, 2016 at 9:45 am

    Such a great post Chloe! I know I am always looking for beauty, it’s what inspires me and keeps me grounded. I think it helps us stay in the moment and learn to appreciate life when we can see the beauty in everything around us. xo Bryn http://www.waketonroad.com

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 14, 2016 at 4:07 pm

      Thank you Bryn! And you are so right- beauty absolutely helps keep us grounded and in the moment!

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    Allie
    September 14, 2016 at 9:48 am

    This is stunning- the words, the photos, all of it! Such a beautiful reminder!

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    Kasey
    September 14, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Amazing post! You look stunning, too!

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 15, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Thank you Kasey! You are too sweet! xox

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    Mary Powers
    September 14, 2016 at 9:36 pm

    Love this post, Chloe!! You certainly have a way with words! Glad that we were “introduced” :)

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 15, 2016 at 4:48 pm

      Thank you Mary! You are too sweet! Excited to follow your adventures! :)

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    Cece Lam
    September 14, 2016 at 9:40 pm

    BABE!!! You’re absolutely stunning. This post is so beautiful and it’s well written :) Thank you for sharing <3

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 15, 2016 at 4:47 pm

      You are far to kind Cece!! Your encouragement means more than you know! xox

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    Aubrey
    September 15, 2016 at 11:34 am

    You look amazing, love those flowers.

    xx. The Coastal Confidence
    http://the-coastalconfidence.com/

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      Chloé Arnold
      September 15, 2016 at 4:47 pm

      Thank you Aubrey! Aren’t the flowers stunning?!

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    Kate
    September 15, 2016 at 6:49 pm

    You are stunning, Chloé! And such a beautiful post!
    -Kate // http://www.classyandkate.com

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    Brooke Triboletti
    September 15, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    I thought I posted a comment once already, but I guess not because now I don’t see it! haha! (sorry if it shows up twice!)

    anyway, I LOVE this! You are absolutely stunning and I love reading your words! xo

    XO,
    Brooke
    http://www.charmedjerseybelle.com

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    Danielle Alexandra
    September 15, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    Lovely post! Food for thought! I find beauty in my family, simplicity & people! xo
    Dani // http://www.daniellealexandra.com

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    Ashley Hargrove
    September 16, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    HELLO GORGEOUS!!!!!!

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    EverydayElevated
    September 20, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    This is a lovely and insightful post. I know it’s awfully cliche, but beauty is truly “in the eyes of its beholder” – through life experiences, our ideas and definitions of what is beautiful changes over time. To me, the most beautiful thing is kindness :)

    Have a great day!
    Lisa
    http://www.theeverydayelevated.com

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    Caitlin
    September 22, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    I love your post and those flowers are absolutely stunning! Dash of Darling

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