“What do you expect me to do? Sleep alone?”
Elizabeth Taylor
An amazing article on Elizabeth here.
Month: March 2011
It’s Spring! What now?
Spring has sprung – thankfully – and it’s time to reflect it in our clothes, beauty regimens and attitudes. I’m even thinking of packing up my winter clothes to lift my spirits.
What is necessary for me to greet Spring with open arms? (You may be asking yourself) So…here is what I suggest you do. Click the pictures for links.
FIND (or purchase): a leather/pleather jacket and/or a pashmina or wrap for chilly nights and skimpy dresses, neutral heels to go with anything
BUY FOR YOURSELF: Face: bronzer Body: a yummy exfoliating scrub Home: fresh flowers
DO: use cuticle oil to get your fingers pretty for the warmer months, polish for your toes so you won’t hesitate to grab your open-toed platforms
LISTEN: My current go-to songs: Rolling in the deep – Adele (Jamie xx remix), Howlin’ for you – The Black Keys, Baby Roulette – Chiddy Bang
TRY: Get an airbrush tan. I recently did and it changed my life. If you’re in Fayetteville call Glo. From 4-7 on Fridays, it’s 1/2 off.
Top image – Fred Flare
Jazzy New Orleans
I love this photo shoot set down in New Orleans and featuring one of my favorites – Treme Brass Band.
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Here is a Treme Brass Band Second Line
Photographer: David Gubert, Stylist: Jana Pokorny, Model: Barbara Fialho, Marie Claire AUS march 2011 via DJA
The Face of Mugler
You may recognize Rick Genest (aka Zombie boy) from Lady Gaga’s “Born this way” video. He is completely tattooed and gaining recognition in the fashion world. Nicola Formichetti selected him to be the face of Mugler and even paid his fines after it was revealed that he was homeless and sleeping on the street. I think he has a very interesting look and obviously brings out the tailoring in the proper suits. What do you think?
via Hint Magazine
Bridal Inspiration {Mother of the Bride}
My mother and my future mother-in-law are very attractive ladies and at this early juncture, seem to love each other. They’ve been discussing together what to wear to our nuptials. They don’t want to dress alike but want to compliment each other. So many of the “mother of the bride” dress categories I see on sites like Dillards, Nordstorms and Macy’s are sooo not something that would make a MOB feel beautiful. I know that my mothers started dieting long before I did, so they will and they should look their best. And as an Southern girl knows, it’s their time to shine too. While I know they will unlikely be purchasing from Net-A-Porter, that site does such a lovely job of recommending styles that an actual beautiful mother of the bride would want to where. Therefore they are a good place to start for inspiration. A question I have for you, dear readers, can a MOB wear black?
All dresses via Net-A-Porter
Anthropologie Swim
I figure if I post enough/look at enough swimsuits, it could only further me on my pursuit of honeymoon shape. xo
via I am a greedy girl via Anthropologie
One Fine Day
I love this adorable editorial. Hope you do too. xx
Photographer: Nick Scott, Stylist: Nicole Bonython-Hines, Models: Eveline and Charlie, Madison AU April 2011 via DJA
Five Things
Today I’m feeling especially grateful for the ins and outs of everyday life – the beautiful weather, my loved ones, my health. Tragedy hits us all in unexpectedly poignant ways. We never know when a routine experience can change our lives forever. It’s important to savor happy moments and tell people how much you appreciate them. Here are five things I’m thankful for today.
(Spring)
(Love)
(Friends)
(Family)
(New shoes)
Have a happy weekend. xo
Emily of Cupcakes & Cashmere – House Tour
If you haven’t heard of Cupcakes and Cashmere, you’re behind. Emily Schuman has developed a lovely blog with a religious following where she showcases outfits, recipes and shopping lists. She and her fiance moved into a new house and Apartment Therapy photographed it for our enjoyment. I like her style and decor choices, although they may not be exactly my taste, she has great ideas. See the full post (including where she purchased most everything) here.
Would You Wear? {Turbans}
Women of the western world have been dabbling in turban-wear for quite a while. But, if you’re acquainted with the Man Repeller, you know that turbans are not one of the most attractive things you can wear (according to men…but who cares!). However, it is easy, fashionable and a fabulous way to disguise unwashed hair. Personally I love it but have not tried it. For some reason, I feel like it looks better with a tan (doesn’t everything?). PS – I discovered airbrush spray tanning. Life changer. I digress. What do you think of turbans? My final thought is that it takes a chic person to make the turban look chic.
Hanneli Mustaparta
Ashley Olsen
Leandra Medine of the Man Repeller
On the street
Bedazzled Turbans
How to tie a scarf into a turban
So…what do you think? Will you try it? I think this last image convinces me the most.
Images: 1 – We heart it, 2 – Hanneli, 3 – Ashley Olsen, 4 – Leandra Medine of the Man Repeller, 5 & 6 – Frankie hearts Fashion, 7 – Mawi, 8 – Scarf uses via Antimonide, 9 – Can you keep a secret
The Window Shopper 