Getting Chills

Ice Tray (I really need one and cannot find one anywhere!)

There was finally a slight chill in the air this morning when I left for work! So, I’m getting chills thinking about the delights of Autumn while trying to ignore the inevitable disappointments like earlier sunsets, frigid cold and…Winter. Plus, Shop-o-matic (by NYMag) has released a 100 Reasons to Get Excited for Fall edition.  Of course I have some favorites. Find all of them here.

I can always use another wine stopper…

Decanter and sipping glasses for cold nights by the fire

I <3 Cheese

As I said here, I’m digging skinny cargo trend, the above are from Old Navy

The must-have accessory for dance parties: iPhone speakers

Lovely little dress from H&M

$72 cut-out dress from Fred Flare. I. Want. It.

Suede Stillettos. Mmmmm.

Gargoyle rings!

Chambray shirt. I have a vintage work shirt that I can’t wait to bust out.

Dish drainer. For those that don’t have a dishwasher, like me.

Biker leggings. Umm. I must say I dig on these. This version is by Tory Burch and is above my current price point for pants I will only occasionally wear…but I will be looking for knock-offs…oh yes, I will.

Sauce pot. Getting hungry now. “Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah” is for some reason playing in my head…

Tall boot by Cole Haan, again out of my price point but I am equally excited to wear my less expensive, less chic tall boots.

I’m dying over this fuschia sofa from Ikea. Sooo delicious! And only $200 more than the Cole Haan boots!

Leopard scarf. I’m in.

Detachable Ruffle Collar. Actually detachable collars in general. I will be in search.

As previously stated here, I’m a bootie-hound!

Shearling jacket. Or in my case faux-shearling jacket.

Best Dressed: Natalia Vodianova

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I have a serious crush on Natalia Vodianova, the stunning, effervescent, versatile, Russian-model, mother of three, princess beauty. See more at Elle UK’s style file.

Gorgeous Gwyneth

While she is of course still stunning, these are my favorite shots of her. Discovered via DesignLoveFest and DressDesignDecor. Photos: By Mario Testino for Vanity Fair (2000)

Blonde Ambition

I am not, nor will I ever be blonde. But I think that’s one of the reasons why I love the ultra-light, bombshell hair color. Kate Bosworth always looks delightful. She is one of few that can pull off the ultra-platinum. Reese Witherspoon also looks fabulous with really light locks.

REESE WITHERSPOON photo | Reese Witherspoon

Images: Kate, Reese

Isaiah Mustafa (The Old Spice MAN)

I hadn’t shared that I met Isaiah Mustafa, the dashing spokesman for Old Spice. He came to my office and we got a lil’ photo opp. Very nice!

Lifestyle Lust: Mad Men

Mad Men has inspired The Huffington Post to theme an addition of “Let’s bring it back” with all the lost grandeur of the 60’s era that should return. On my list:

Men in hats

Martinis at lunch

Elaborate up-do’s

I’m all about some red lips at any time

Supper Club

Brooches

Three piece suits

Office bars

Horn-rimmed glasses

Dinner parties

Thankfully MM returns this Sunday! See the whole article and all the images here.

Monday, Monday…so good to me.

Twas a good weekend. My life change that I alluded to a couple of weeks ago was actually just a diet and a move. I sat through a wedding and didn’t eat a thing (cake is my weakness). I’ve lost 10lbs! I found a new house right downtown that is accepting of my puppies, plus it’s adorable.

I’m going to see Inception tonight. My beau and I are probably going to go on vacation. I’m feeling super lucky and excited. Hope your week started off real nice.

Kinda want balayage highlights. Thoughts?

Image Credits: GirlFlowers, ShoesRachel B

Girl Crush: Marisa Miller

Ditto for Victoria's Secret angel Marisa Miller ...

Last night, I watched (was forced to watch) the ESPYs. It wasn’t too bad, Seth Meyers really killed it. I’m not typically a fan of his on SNL, but kudos Seth. Anyway, the most captivating thing about the entire show was Marisa Miller. She NEVER looks bad, she doesn’t seem to age and her body is increds. Whether dressed up or barely dressed, MM is crush-worthy.

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Oh…and she’s married to this guy

Marisa Miller Picture 30

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Pretty Ponies

Isn’t Natalia breath-taking? I hope you’re rocking the pretty pony during these sweltering summer days.

Natalia Vodianova, Christy Turlington, Karen Elson for Louis Vuitton via Smile

Model Crush: Isabeli Fontana

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There really are no words. She’s stunning. She’s exotic. She’s even a mom.

Images via Fashion Gone Rogue