7.09.2009

Fall is Here!

Well, in my world it is. Working in fashion, you are always a season or two ahead. So while I may be wearing a maxi dress and sandals, I'm already thinking about boots and sweaters (that may be a slight exaggeration!). I'm really trying to be picky and strategic about what I buy for Fall. I'm trying to streamline my wardrobe, buy fewer things....... but higher quality and timeless. These definitely meet the requirements........



In this economic climate, there are very few things that have a "list" anymore. I remember a few years ago people fought over the Chloe Paddington, now they are collecting dust on the shelves. The Hunter/Jimmy Choo collaboration did get some press and there was an actual list for these boots. In fact, I already saw them on eBay for about double the retail value. I wouldn't go that far to have them, but I was lucky that I knew the associate who bumped me up to the top of the list (that is the secret, always maintain a good relationship with the salesperson).

Let it rain!!

7.05.2009

Happy 4th!!


I know I'm a day late! Hope you all enjoyed a great day with friends and family. Wanted to share a pic from my party! White Hydrangeas are perfect for any occasion, in my book!

Mission Accomplished!!!!

Now I just need to hang these pictures above the bed and I'm set!!

6.30.2009

Making Progress......

God this was a pain!! But so worth it. I chose "China Blue" by Benjamin Moore and I love how it turned out!!!

6.29.2009

HELP!!



My amazing mother just bought me the above headboard from Pottery Barn for my master bedroom. I love it, but the color is off and clashes with my white dresser (the headboard color is an off-white). I want to paint it light blue, but I've never done this before. Tips!?? I don't want to ruin it!!! Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

6.28.2009

Project Terrace Complete.......



So reality trumped fantasy with my outdoor pillow project. We are throwing a 4th of July party and I didn't have enough time to order custom pillows for my sectional. Thank God for West Elm. I found adorable outdoor pillows there, plus they were on SALE!! All of my pillows, covers and inserts, for under a hundred dollars. Yay! More money for shoes :)




Speaking of 4th of July, I've been shopping and planning like a mad woman.......total Martha style. I'm even making my guests wear red, white and blue. I know, get a life!! Ha....

What are your 4th of July plans? Hope it's a great one!!

Summer, Summer, Summertime......


We just got back from visiting my in-laws, who live on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina (it was HOT!!! ugh). Every time I visit I always pray to run into one of Paula Deen's hot sons, but this time I discovered something even better.....Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka!! Each restaurant we went to seemed to have a special drink concoction using this amazing product. I have always been a fan of the Arnold Palmer, but this addition makes it even better! (although this is not calorie free, so you better stick to one) Luckily for the rest of the country, BevMo now stocks it! I just bought some to serve with lemonade at my 4th of July party, does it get more summer than lemonade and (vodka) iced tea? Cheers!!

The sunsets alone are worth the visit!

More HHI area faves:

1. Truffles Cafe in Sea Pines Center (best tomato soup!)
2. Palmetto Bluff (have lunch at Buffalos and soak in the southern charm! Lots of cool history here)
3. Old Fort Pub (best restaurant on the island)

*firefly image from urbanatea.com, the sunset image is my own!

5.27.2009

UPDATE: Roof Top Makeover


Okay so after receiving the estimate from Patio Culture, I knew I could do it much more affordably on my own. I already knew what fabric and size pillows I wanted, plus I have a resource to order fabric, so no need to pay four times the amount.... as much as I wanted to support them because I love the concept of the shop. Can't wait to post pics of my roof once it is all done!


Pillow Fabrics:

Peacock Print in Driftwood


Zebra Print in Bamboo

Resort Outdoor Sectional by CB2



A Girl's Gotta Do, What A Girl's Gotta Do....

And this girl felt like shopping! I hit Sephora to replenish this, this and this. Then hit Neimans and Saks to check out their shoe departments. Saks is already in full pre-sale mode and they have AMAZING shoes on sale. I scored a great classic pair of Valentino patent peep-toe pumps in black. They also had great Loubies on sale, but nothing I had to have. At Neimans, nothing is marked down yet (but it will be Friday), however I had a chance to check out Elizabeth and James new shoe line in person. There are some great styles, but I fell in love with the Haley platform.


Price points are really good!!! You can purchase them online at shopbop.

5.16.2009

Worth a Visit....

I was in San Francisco for work last week, and stumbled upon Banana Republic's new concept store called "Edition." It is full of accessories, namely jewelry. I have to admit, I don't buy much from Banana these days, I'd rather save and splurge on something better quality. I think that J. Crew does a much better job in this arena and their jewelry is more stylish. However, I think BR did a great job in the cocktail ring department. I left the store with this little number......


If you live in SF or will be there in the future, check it out! The store is located in the Westfield Mall where Bloomingdale's and Nordstroms are located, off of Market St. Here are a few of my favorites, and you can even save yourself the trip and buy them online.....


This one below was my FAVE. It runs VERY small and I almost died trying to get it off my finger. If you have unusually skinny fingers, it might work for you!!

P.S. The staff here is top notch. Nordstrom quality customer service.......just had to mention it.