Friday, September 30, 2011

this week's favorites...





Only a few of my favorite children classics! 
Hope everyone has a great and fun-filled weekend :)

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

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.

Saturday, September 24, 2011

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:)  

Friday, September 23, 2011

Thursday, September 22, 2011

PJ Salvage





I've been wearing PJ Salvage pajamas since I was a little girl and to this day I still am in love with these comfortable and luxe feeling pjs. For those of you who share my obsession with  oversized night tees, sweatshirts and boxers, this is the store for you. You're welcome!

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

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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Monday, September 19, 2011

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?

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Tiffany Lamps



I do not know what it is about these lamps but I have always had this fascination for Tiffany Lamps. They first came about in the late nineteenth century and eventually became associated with the Art Nouveau Movement. First made at the end of the nineteenth century, these unique and ornate looking lamps were hand crafted by extremely skilled artisans instead of being mass produced. For years it was understood that these lamps were in fact designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany one of the sons of the Tiffany family who founded Tiffany and Co however this is not true. Just recently we have found out these unique and beautiful lamps were designed by the female artist, Clara Driscoll, Power on Clara! Does anyone else share my obsession with these classic lamps?  

Friday, September 16, 2011

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? 

Thursday, September 15, 2011

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.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

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!

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

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


Friday, September 9, 2011

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.

Thursday, September 1, 2011

American Girls

I"ve recently back to my home town. So my life has been unpacking and settling in to my childhood bedroom. Not exactly ideal but I have plans of going to grad school and luckily my parents are letting live at home until I get a job while being in school. I've taken on the task of cleaning out, 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, I had Molly, 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!!

It's Not Goodbye

If you're wondering where I've been for the last month and half, I've been dealing with a few personal matters and slowly but...