Is it me or does much of the Chanel 2011 Resort collection look like Lagerfeld rummaged through a thrift shop & called it a day? It’s not that I hate it because I would buy these vintage looks from a thrift shop in a heartbeat and wear them tomorrow …but don’t try to sell me …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
totally irreverent …sorry mom 😉 What I’m Wearing …my easy go-to leggings/jacket combo + new tunic & shoes* Geren Ford polka dotted tunic dress from GILT ….very open on the sides but has a fitted black top underneath* American Apparel black shiny lamé leggings …last seen here* Favorite black vintage little blazer/jacket, Bill Kaiserman …last …
Miu Miu Studded Platform Clog Sandal
Still on the hunt for the amazingly chic clogs I blogged about here, but in need of a new brown sandal with a 70’s flare for Summer, I succumbed to the pressure of the fabulous Miu Miu clog …in sandal form, because I thought I’d get the most use out of them {and secretly still …
Project: Beach & Brick & Blue Bathroomfinally complete …before & after
. . . a tour . . . Â Â Â Old galvanized tea light lanterns from Ikea which used to hang outside & became weathered over time …loved the way the old nasty rope looked in the bathroom …but one snapped the other day so I had to replace the rope . . .I stitched loops in …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
I decided since I hadn’t shot my outfits in the gallery in ages, I’d stay a few minutes after work and take a few on the George Nelson Marshmalow couch …and with the camera I’m using now, it’s clear that it prefers indoor shots to outdoor, all which come out blurry. Though I did shoot …
Phrena Pendant Lamp Assembly
Phrena Pendant Lamp from the MOMA Store     It came as a plug-in pendant lamp but it was easy enough for my bro to snip it and hardwire it right into where the old lamp was. I spent under $10 for the simple white cover.   Like a halloween pumpkin decoration, you open it and …
Add Ruffles to your Bathing Suit DIY
If you’ve been following my blog for a while you may notice this DIY from last year but since my readership has more than doubled since then and the economy is as such, I thought it was still relevant and I’d share it again just in time for Summer with a few updates. This DIY …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
Driving home on Friday via my normal route from & to the gallery, I pulled over in Beverly Hills residential to snap my outfit shots but as per usual lately, they came out blurry {my camera’s in the shop} …I had to post these two above though for the house in the background and to …
Thoughts on Motherhood …on Mother’s Day
I began this blog originally in 2007 because I thought I was pregnant. Naming it “baby! baby!”, I wanted to document my pregnancy as such. When I found out I wasn’t pregnant, the blog quickly changed to …love Maegan {the name I had used previously to brand hand-made clothing & accessories I made & sold} …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Vintage beige blazer, tag says Kasper for ASL …one of my favorites {came as a set with a skirt I haven’t worn yet} …last seen here {on an outfit fave}* White v-neck t-shirt I stole out of my husband’s closet this morning* American Apparel shiny lamé leggings* Jessica Simpson patent peep toe …
Gucci Inspired Cut-out T-shirt DIY
I LOVED Heidi’s Gucci dress on this week’s Project Runway and was inspired to make this easy cut up t-shirt to mimic the look of the top of her dress. If you want to get the full look, you can wear this t underneath a strapless dress in the same hues and silhouette as the …
Completely Gratuitous Outfit Post
What I’m Wearing* Marc by Marc Jacobs army green shirtdress from a recent Gilt Group sale and I kind of love it.* Victoria’s Secret boyfriend cardigan* Aldo gladiator stilettos circa 2008 …not a huge fan of these shoes as the angle makes my calves look monstrous {although it’s possible my calves just are monstrous and …
Project: Brick & Blue Bathroom
When we first walked through this house the one and only negative, in my opinion, was the main bathroom which also serves as the master bathroom. At first glance, the brick flooring and brick countertop was a bit much …then add a blue tub and a blue stall shower surrounded by more brick with old …
Little Black Summer Dress Transition to Fall
What I’m Wearing * Shipley & Halmos little black dress with front pockets. I got this from Gilt a couple weeks ago and didn’t realize it was made of sweatshirt material until I put it on this morning {last Friday to be exact} …and the zipper pockets in the front cover the bloated belly from …
Baby Shower Inspiration: Garden Tea Party
A friend has kindly asked me if I would decorate her mid-June baby shower with the simple idea of a garden tea party. And without getting too girly, considering she’s having a boy, or too “baby themed” …here is a little inspiration for the mama-to-be. …it will be interesting {to me} to see how my …




