this week's favorites...

A few classic picture books to get you through the weekend.

Dogeared Jewels

This past May I received a Dogeared necklace as a graduation gift and now it's the only necklace I wear. Loving the dainty look. A great gift and pretty keepsake! Check out more at Dogeared.

Shout-Out

I just want to say thank you and how much I appreciate the people who follow and leave comments on my posts. I love reading what you share in the comments:)  

this week's favorites...

Palm Springs, CA

Indianapolis, IN

Sun Valley, ID

Carmel, CA

Chicago, Il

What cities do you absolutely love visiting or have on your travel bucket list?

PJ Salvage

For those of you who share my obsession with  oversized night tees, sweatshirts and boxers, this is the store for you. You're welcome!

Lessons From Bobbi Brown

Spread beauty.

Do what you love.

Love what you do.

Keep it simple.

Laugh out loud.

Go with the flow.

Be real.

Focus on the positive.

Do your best.

Just breathe.

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The Skinny Jean!

I love a good pair of jeans, I'm not even going to lie, I have at least fifteen pairs of jeans. Flare, wide legged, high waisted, you name the trend, I probably own it. Now that I've lost fifteen pounds and have managed to keep it off, I have become confident enough to try the skinny jean. I went into GAP about a month ago and went on a skinny jean buying spree. What's your favorite jean trend and brand?

this week's favorites...

We Believe In You-Bess Rogers

There Is A Light That Never Goes Out-The Smiths

I Wanna Hold Your Hand-The Beatles

Maneater-Daryl Hall and John Oates

Hardly Wait-PJ Harvey

What are you listening too? 

Art Prints

Alright, I have to say I am absolutely in love with Emmakisstina designs.  I first learned about her from reading the newest obsession in my life, Matchbook Magazine: Field Guide to a Charmed Life. Every issue, there is a one page feature titled "What's in the Bag." After the second issue I had to find out more about the person, Emma Kristina Hultkrantz. I'm constantly on her Etsy site checking out her newest illustrations, you should definitely stop by and see what's new over at Emmakisstina and at her Etsy site. Hoping everyone is having a great day.

Leading Ladies

Five things to know about Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

1. She spoke four languages: English, French, Italian and Spanish.

2. She spent her first two years in college at Vassar, then was off to France her junior year at the University  of Grenoble and the Sorbonne. Upon her return to the states she finished at George Washington finally graduating with a degree in French Literature.

3. When it came to fashion, more than anything she loved black and white combos. However she preferred white bottoms and a black sweater or blouse.  

4. Jackie's first job after her college graduation was as a photographer for the Washington Times-Herald. 

5. As a lover of culture, history, language and art, Jackie felt it was her duty to make the White House a national monument. Eventually after writing letters requesting donations, she was able to transform the White House into housing important historical artwork, artifacts and furniture-in which she gave a live tour on national television!

The Working Girl

A few things every girl must have!

1. Mad Men Collection Lace Tipped Dress by Banana Republic

2. Seaport Pearl Studs by Kate Spade

3. Bow Belt by GAP

4. Dress With Seams by Zara

5. Cleft Cuff by Anthropologie

6. Perfect Long Sleeve Shirt by Ann Taylor

7.Jolene Print by Kate Spade

8. Perfect Leather Pump by Anne Taylor

9. Blazer by H&M

10. Telegraph Pencil Skirt in Wool Flannel by J.Crew

this week's favorites...

The Free Public Library in Philadelphia.

The Harold Washington Public Library in Chicago.

The Boston Copley Public Library in Boston.

The District of Columbia Public Library in Washington.

The New York Public Library.

American Girls

I"ve recently moved back to my home town, so my life has been unpacking and settling in to my childhood bedroom. Not exactly ideal but I just got into grad school and luckily my parents are letting live at home until I get a job while also being in school. I've taken on the task of cleaning out everything, which means creating donation piles and organizing the mess that is my bedroom. So of course I've been rummaging through old boxes and have been stumbling upon some great treasures from my childhood like my polly pockets, some favorite children books like Five Minutes Peace and Caps for Sale and then I came across my American Girl Doll, Molly McIntyre, and I loved her so much. Memories of taking her on family vacations and to birthday parties, finding her in the back of my closet certainly brightened my day. Alright ladies (and guys), for those of you who had an American Girl growing up, who did you have? Any great memories with your doll come to mind? Please share!!