When we moved into our house in January I knew I would finally get my grandma’s antique desk that I have loved and cherished since I was a kid. Originally an antique, in the late 60’s/early 70’s, my grandpa painted it this olive green with gold leaf accents as well as hand painted the little …
The J Brand Skinny Cargo Pant = Love
  What I’m Wearing* J Brand skinny cargo “Houlihan” pants in vintage olive …I’ve had these for a couple months now, saving them for I dunno what but I finally bit the bullet last Friday and decided to wear them …and while they were a bit tight in the morning, by the afternoon, they fit …
Summer 2010 : Installment no. 1
On the morn of our Fourth of July bbq party, pre-guest arrival, I asked my husband to, at any time during the day, please pick up my camera and snap some photos of the party and specifically, of me. I know it sounds a wee bit egotistic but being the only one who ever wields …
A Lovely Day For Gray Crochet
What I’m Wearing* White and Warren gray crocheted dress from GILT …seen here* Vintage black silk cami worn under* J Brand ink Lovestory bellbottom jeans …last seen here* Victoria’s Secret black boyfriend cardigan* Michael Antonio snakeskin printed leather wedges {ancient}* Kenneth Jay Lane turquoise drop earrings from GILT* Vintage Matisse turquoise necklace found on Ebay …
Essie Lapis of Luxury Blue Nails
A very perfectly chalky shade of Cornflower Blue, the new Essie Resort Collection (Summer 2010) – Lapis of Luxurywins as my new favorite nail color – hands down. And as much as I love the creamy cornflower blue color, it was by far my least favorite crayon due to its waxiness & lack of distributing …
A Few New Details Around The House
Last weekend I found a hydrangea bush with full white blooms on the side of our house. It’s the side of the house I don’t frequent often so I hadn’t noticed it. The last time I was over there it was just a bush of green leaves I didn’t pay much attention to …but since …
The Louis Vuitton Speedy vs The Leather Backpack
What I’m Wearing* Eryn Brinie silk sleeveless shirt dress from Gilt. I’ve had this for a couple months now actually, hanging on the back of my closet door in its plastic bag. It claims to be black but it came with a black ribbon tie belt and against that, it looks navy. So I’m going …
Project: Backyard – Patio & Pool …continued
Since my last patio/outdoor living space post I’ve added a few new details: decorative throw pillows, a faux leather ottoman, a leafy plant in a blue pot, bbq {unseen} & an umbrella for shade. This is a view from the pool side and while I’m not a huge fan of the chain link fence, it …
Shopping for 10′ Palm Trees in heels & silk is probably not the best idea but I did it anyway
What I’m Wearing* Vintage purple blazer by Ellen Tracy {late 80’s-early 90’s} …seen here last summer* Karen Zambos Vintage Couture silk striped camisole from GILT …a new fave! Wish I had this in every color and every print imaginable. * Vintage Levi’s cuffed with Hem Gems! …last seen here* Boutique 9 nude Anklestrap Sandals* My …
Happy America Day
I’m running around trying to get last minute details pulled together for our little 4th BBQ …I still have to make a yogurt pie and more frozen banana yogurt treats while my husband is out buying “real” desserts {aka festive and delicious cupcakes} and towels …because I realized last night we’re having a pool party …
It’s a Texture Thing
What I’m Wearing* washed silk AKA NY scalloped edge dress …bought last year from GILT …seen here best! {I have it in black as well}* JUMA cotton shirt/dress {belted} …a more recent GILT purchase. I think I shop at gilt far too much. I’ve been jonesing for a bit of thrifting lately but can’t seem …
Easy. Healthy. Frozen. Summer. Treats.
* Bananas* Yogurt: your favorite flavor: I’m using Boysenberry {because it was so great in my yogurt pie}* Grape Nuts * Preparation * Slice bananas * Dip em in the yogurt * Dip em in the Grape Nuts * Pop em in the freezer …about an hour * Eat em …they are DELICIOUS! TIPs: * …
Sexy One Piece Bathing Suits
. . .but I haven’t found one that is flattering on me …though I haven’t tried in ages. But usually they are too short and ride up in the crotch then simultaneously flatten my chest. Neither of which are appealing. I think they look best on women with large chests and small waists because those …
Leaning Towards the 90’s
What I’m Wearing* sheer/silk Walter floral dress … from Gilt …last seen here in winter, belted with leggings & boots* My favorite over sized cardigan from Victoria’s Secret …man I wish they would reissue this. I should have gotten it in all colors when it was still available. * Fiorentini + Baker chunky Tessa sandals …
Refashion Old Bikini Bottoms DIY
I love my old tie bottoms {see below} …have had & worn them every summer since 2003 and it’s time to retire them. I bought a new pair sans ties at Victoria’s Secret {on sale for $11 now!} ….which reminded me of a bikini I had in the 80’s. The front and back are moveable. …