After seeing these AMAZING bedazzled fingers created by Max Kibardin for the Ralph Rucci RTW Spring 2014 runway collection, I just had to recreate them. I thought the easiest way to get a similar look was with stretchy sequined trim, though I only had gold to work with. So I got busy… you may have …
DIY Dolce & Gabbana Gold Jeweled Headband – Crown Tutorial
I am LOVING everything Dolce & Gabbana is doing right now. Their gold crowns parading down the runways as if belonging to royalty, beaded lace dresses and shoes, HUGE gilded & bejeweled cross earrings, and looks complete with deep red lips and sultry cat eyes. It’s all so regal with a hint of Medieval and …
DIY Leather Cat Ears Headband for Halloween MEOW!
I know, I know, everyone and their mother has done a DIY cat ears project and tutorial, but none like this {maybe?} lol. I searched for a leather pair a little bit like this cat ear headband by Fleet Ilya {$518} but less like Bat Girl or Cat Woman {though they would work for those …
My InstaLife Recap | Week 8/25–9/1 in Photos
Follow me on Instagram to see these in real time. Also, if you see any you like, they may be for sale at Instacanv.as. You can email me if you don’t see one that you like and I’ll make it available. * * *We’re having a nice and relaxing weekend and though I have work …
New Acquisitions | B-day Gifts & Summer Goodies
My birthday came and went this year without much fuss, which is mostly how I like it. I’m 37, there’s no need for fanfare. Though I do suspect in a few years time, a combined 40th bash will be necessary since the husband and I are the same age. But until then and probably after, …
Thoughts & Things | Loves & Links | Birthday Edition
Jon Whitcomb illustration of Marilyn Monroe {because it’s her birthday too & I just LOVE this illustration} It’ my birthday today. Yes, today marks the 37th year I’ve been wandering this little area of the planet and the 6th year I’ve celebrated it here on this blog, so I thought I do a special edition …
Lake House | Home Office "Before" Photos…
I shot a few photos the other day of my office decor progress and was editing them to share with you when I realized I never posted any “before” shots. So I went through my archives and found a few photos I took before we moved in, some while we were on a quick overnight …
Matchy Matchy Brights | For Days & for Nights
What I’m Wearing… * Hot pink shift dress by Tibi … Remember the black and ivory striped one? * Old white J Crew sweater {see it on here in 2010}* Marc Jacobs floral pouch gifted from the Resort 2013 collection* Jami Rodriguez necklace from a few years ago and assorted gold bangles & hoop earrings* …
All Ends with Beginnings…
What I’m Wearing… * Navy/white striped tank I think I picked up at Costco randomly a few years ago… see it also here in a somewhat more stylish outfit? I can’t really tell. * Olive green/army drab loose cardigan from Victoria’s Secret from a few years ago too… remember when I bought it in every …
Black and White Outfit | Casual Chic | #heartThis
What I’m Wearing… * #heartThis v-neck T was a gift and I LOVE IT! Get yours here: Hashtag Heart This Tee $30 Coupon code: LOVEMAEGAN ~ Also check out: Smile Baby Studio | #heartThis * Old bandage style skirt from BB Dakota {a few years ago… see it here} find similar here* Vintage rhinestone necklaces …
I found the heart of a lion in the belly of the beast…
What I’m Wearing… * Vintage {thrifted} camo army jacket {seen once here}* Old oversized gray T worn over peachy pink silk tank by Miguelina {last seen here} * NEW FAVORITE SKINNY JEANS: Le Skinny Jeans by FRAME Denim* Gold pyramid necklace by House of Harlow 1960 {some of my favorite necklaces are HoH}* 3.1 Phillip …
You’re Gone Like The Wind & It Don’t Even Matter…
What I’m Wearing… * Black and ivory striped shift dress by Tibi* Le Skinny Jeans by FRAME Denim* Big ROUND sunglasses by DVF* Tiffany T gold pendant necklace, Gold pyramid necklace by House of Harlow 1960* Gold branch bracelets and various bangles* 3.1 Phillip Lim ~ Pashli bag* Black suede tassel loafers by Dolce Vita …
Feed My Eyes, Can You Sew Them Shut…
What I Wore… * Plaid pants by Juicy Couture… also seen here one of my favorite outfits!* Old flannel plaid button down shirt {thrifted}* Old gray hoodie sweatshirt* Gray ankleboots by Rosegold which I still see on GILT from time to time* Lumete sunglasses * Hair: huge afro curls…. {see them looking less like a …
Spring Nails // Easter Pastels in Rainbow Swirls
Pastels for Spring?!?! Groundbreaking I know, but I suppose it’s the Springtime version of my Bejeweled Manicure from last Fall/Winter, and though the alternating pastel manicure has been done before, I’ve never done it, so I thought I would. But rather than just leave my nails flat with chalky pastel goodness, I added a little …
The Enchanted Cottage…
The husband and I have upped our weekly walks and hikes to almost daily now and if you follow me on Instagram, Facebook, or read my weekly Instagram updates, you’ll see I’ve started a new series/feature called “Houses in the Woods”, wherein I post photos of houses in our new woodsy location, Lake Arrowhead. Since …