What I’m Wearing… * Floral pencil wiggle dress from Asos on sale now for $55… runs a tad big, fyi {but is 98% cotton and will shrink in the wash – tip, hang it dry}. Here’s a cute PETITE version in black* DIY Leather Belt * Giuliana Rancic for LOFT necklace* Christian Louboutin sling-back heels… …
Alexander McQueen Fall 2012 SHOES
The late designer Alexander McQueen‘s collections are always more of a walking art exhibit to me than ready to wear or even couture fashion. Though the dress above, sans all the extras, is pure perfection! His creativity is beyond amazing, but not so much wearable for the everyday woman. The latest collection for the brand …
DIY Spirit Fingers | Sequin & Beaded Rings inspired by Ralph Rucci Spring RTW 2014
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 …
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My New Office: Vanity & Work TableThe Mirror You Helped me Choose + New Chairs
A month or so ago I asked you guys to help me choose a mirror for my vanity area in my new office/workspace. While I really loved all of the mirrors, I went with the Ablenay Mirror from Lamps Plus because I thought it would really work well with my Italian lamps, as well as …
If I told you a flower bloomed in a dark room, would you trust it?
What I’m Wearing… * Heavy wool maxi skirt is vintage… my mom made it for herself 100 years ago {okay, maybe more like 40}… the hem has fallen out over the years but I like it this way. See how I wore it here as well* Cream grandad sweater from Asos {see it in blue …
Slow Like Honey… Heavy with Mood…
What I’m Wearing… * Vintage military coat… a favorite.* White button down with stretch by Rachel Zoe … similar here with black piping* Flared Lovestory Jeans by J Brand* Hat is vintage… was my grandma’s… also seen here & here* 3.1 Phillip Lim ~ Pashli bag in black* Ferragamo blue satin pumps * Hair: the …