Collars & neck accessories are on trend right now… actually, they have been for quite some time and I just love the extra detail they add to a shirt or outfit. So fun for Fall. In 2008 I made a little black lace collar {seen below on the red shirt} and listed it for sale …
It’s a week after our 5 year wedding anniversary staycation at the beach and I’m missing the ocean and cool beach weather more than I normally do after leaving the beach. It’s just such a different lifestyle, walking everywhere and seeing the infinite blue waves every day… though a vacation mindset doesn’t hurt. As I …
What I’m Wearing * J Brand shocking pink jeans for Fashion’s Night Out {courtesy of J Brand} where 100% of the proceeds got to The New York City Aids Fund in the New York Community Trust – the official charity of FNO. They sent me a size larger {30} than I normally wear {29} so …
I’m going to be completely honest when I say I painted my nails these colors because I knew they would match my engagement and wedding rings AND the new anniversary bands. Yes, it was a cheeseball move but I actually loved the way they looked. I found a seriously old Wet n’ Wild pink in …
This is just too amazingly awesome not to share with you. And honestly, I’d have no clue of their existence if my husband wasn’t such an IGN frequenter and minutes after absorbing the information came running enthusiastically into my office and took over my computer to show me. But seriously, how long have we been …
STYLE // Poolside My Go-To Waterfront Outfit (Summer 2011) This outfit post features an effortless, relaxed poolside look styled in San Diego and Santa Monica, designed as an easy go-to waterfront outfit for warm summer days. The look centers around a casual yet polished swim-friendly ensemble, layered for comfort and movement between the pool, beach, …
The Oceana Hotel in Santa Monica is by far our favorite place to get away for a mini staycation in Los Angeles. Not only is it a phenomenal hotel with a fantastic staff & customer service, gorgeous suites and an amazing view, it’s literally 12 miles from our house. But as you know or may …
Like most things involved with lady maintenance, I’m pretty lazy {see dark roots} and when it comes to makeup, I’m no different. I like one-step and double duty products because I don’t want to spend more than 10 minutes applying a daytime look. Also, I tend to run late as it is so anything I …
What I’m Wearing * Vintage navy blue full skirt/maxi dress… seen once here in Jan/09′ w/ boots, a sweater and a blazer. * C&C California sheer button down shirt, tied * Modern Vintage Iris Bootie * Vintage bangles * Vintage Ralph Lauren bag * Tom Ford cat eyes * Hair: air-dried * Title: lyrics from …
This was the sewing machine I learned to sew on… well not this exact one but my mom’s Singer Genie 353. It is the most basic of sewing machines yet my favorite by far and has worked tirelessly for my mom and me since the 70’s when she acquired it. A few years ago, after …
August 27, 2009 + hair tutorial In truth, I wasn’t going to post today. I dunno, I just needed a break from my computer, had a glitch in the Matrix. But just before bed I decided to check my email just to make sure nothing was pressing -obvious addict here- and randomly stumbled upon an …
What I’m Wearing* Ivory lace & crochet dress Corey Lynn Calter …I wore this dress for Thanksgiving last year.* VS open cardigan… again. Really, these light cardigans have been a perfect addition to my Spring/Summer work wardrobe because no matter how hot it is outside, it’s ALWAYS FREEZING IN THE GALLERY.* DIY leopard print and …
The people from Sharpie so kindly sent me their newest invention, the Sharpie Stained Fabric Marker and asked that I create something with it. I thought instead of drawing a picture of something specific, I would try to create a print using a stencil. Lace came to mind and when I did a test run …
What I’m Wearing* Vintage leopard print blouse …seen here and here* Victoria’s Secret shorts …seen here in the winter with tights & boots* DIY black tassel necklace paired with vintage chains and DIY chain tassel earrings.* Doubled up on the gold & brass bangles over my cuffs …inspired by Nina Garcia’s amazing blouse/cuffs from Project …
I’ve had this sweater forEVER. It’s vintage. I found it a decade ago at a thrift shop and have only worn it once. Yet every time I try to get rid of it, I just can’t. But the thick knit {or crochet?} combined with the large waist band is just horribly unflattering. So, the other …
