Ok, well I don't actually LIVE in the South. I live in Pennsylvania! I am a true Yankee. However, the place where my house is situated is shady during the summer and dreary during the winter. I can use a little sun! My family really isn't the Southwest themed type. We're definitely Eastern Seaboard and Appalachin Mountains types. Southern Living offers me neutrals and lots of sunshine in various hues for accessories. Just look at the photo on the cover of this book! Don't YOU need a little warmth and color in YOUR life?