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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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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 …
My InstaLife Recap : Week 2/25-3/3 in Photos
Find me on Instagram to see these in real time. 1. Just okay waves…2. I tried these large spongy, bendy, sticks in my damp, un-brushed hair, to see if I could get messy beach waves without heat. It didn’t really give me the results I wanted, but I used only 4 curlers. I’ll give it …
You’re Gonna Need a Bulletproof Soul
What I’m Wearing… * Thrifted camo jacket on a recent shopping expedition up in these here parts 😉 There was a name patch above one of the pockets which I easily removed with a seam ripper then tossed in the wash. I can’t believe how perfectly it fits. I love those kind of finds. I’d …
DIY Victorian Beaded Lace Ribbon Choker
I recently {and finally!} started the Downton Abbey series… and not 2 episodes in, I was itching to DIY a fabulous choker inspired by their attire. For this particular look though, I was inspired more by the high necklines of many of their dresses rather than a necklace specifically. But I’ve already got ideas for …
Secret Agent
What I’m Wearing… * Vintage coat I found at the Melrose Flea Market over ten years ago… one of my favorites* Vintage leather belt with a gold clasp… similar here though smaller. And this one is amazing.* Vintage sunglasses* Brahmin Vivian dome bag* Longer/hammered gold choker collar necklace is vintage worn with “Olivia” gold choker …
Valentine’s Day Nails: Fiery Pink, Lace, Black Mesh, & Gold Glitter
It’s Friday and it’s February 1st and love is in the air! Doesn’t Bebop look lovely in pink pearls? As an alternative to last year’s cute hearts Valentine’s Day nail art, I thought I’d take the saucier route this year with a little hot pink, black lace mesh, and gold glitter. Now, there are many …
Loving Your Forever Can’t Be Wrong
What I’m Wearing… * Sleeveless trench coat ~ Marc by Marc Jacobs {technically sold as a dress, but it’s as thick as my Burberry trench, sans the lining} see it here … {similar here for $67}… * Leather moto jacket ~ Helmut Lang, worn under for warmth and to create the leather sleeved trench look …