speechless, huh? (sigh.) everything from Madewell is on my hit list for this fall, i love layering and all these looks are spot on.  thank you, Madewell for being to cool. 

source:  Madewell. (picture layout by someofmysomethings.)

♥ happy tuesday.

...my birthday!!  man another year coming up on age (and so quickly again).  for the next days and into next week i'll be dedicating the posts to "birthday" themed subjects like cake, parties, outfits, and gift wrapping and packaging. 

of course you know i had to compile a birthday list of what i'm dreaming (drooling is the truth) about. 

sources:  polaroid z340 instant camera, the supernatural by Philosophy, macarons, HOMAKO necklace, House of Harlow ring, tribal arrow sweatshirt, Marc Jacobs skirt, Madewell skimmers,
 "the photographer" tote, lenox helmet by bern, journal, heart veneer sunnies by Tumbleweeds


♥happy wednesday.

there are so many lovely swim suits out there right now.  i've never been one to show so much skin, so i'm loving right now all the maillot one-piece suits and how very lady-like and sort of "conservative " they are.  they all kind of leave something to the imagination and embrace a woman's curves (curves, yes i have many of those).  but i'm so super undecided about what to get?  my number one pick is the Marc Jacobs one....but i love a bit of all of these.  plus, the price tag is really shocking me....(hence my constant on-line stalking daily for these suits to go on sale, please!)

what do you think is best?

sources:  Madewell, Marc Jacobs, Anthropologie, J.Crew


♥ happy tuesday.

i absolutely am swooning for all these lovelies, no theme here just random lovely.  i think those laser cut loafers are the first on my list.

sources:  one / two / three / four / five / six


♥ happy wednesday.

hi folks!  happy start of the week!  hope your weekend was relaxing and fun.  here are some happy somethings to kick off your week...especially that Sprinkles Cupcake ATM...yes that's for real and i'm hoping they'll open one up here in Chicago...24 hour cupcakes! 

sources:  one / two / three / four / five / six


♥ happy tuesday.

there are some really great projects and ideas around the web, especially on blogs! with the warm weather coming closer the web is a great place for ideas for parties, weddings, special occassions... here are some of my faves:

EAT DRINK CHIC.  i really adore this blog.  she has the most creative/useful downloads and/or DIY's.  this iPhone wallpaper is the most recent (here's the second set) and makes me want to have an iPhone even more. 

fellowfellow.  free printable gift tags (just in time for mother's day) come in great patterns and colors.  this blog is so simple and refreshing and i want to buy everything from the shop too!

A Beautiful Mess Blog.  this was one of the very first blogs that i fell in love with and got me hooked on blogs.  this space is great for so many things : new recipes, DIY, and fashion help like this 5 Ways to Style a v-neck tee. 


hope you enjoy scavenging for all the lovely ideas and inspiration!

(all images from their corresponding blog links)


♥ happy monday.

pure awesome.  J.Crew's Ballet Boutique is just that... A W E S O M E.  it's like looking at all the candy you wish you could fit into a bag at the candy store.  i'd be happy just with one pair...or maybe two or three.


♥ happy tuesday

minty isn't it?  this has been one of my fave color hues for awhile and i'm so excited to see it as a popping up trend for spring.  it is such a fresh take on wearing a pastel.  it goes best with neutrals to make it more vibrant (even though it's such a subtle hue). try mint colors with : gold, leather, suede, black, grey and neutrals or other textures in same color family.  it's a color that goes with every complexion and can brighten up your appearance.

sources:  my fave ice cream ever // poster print // pencils // paint color // fridge // watch // scarf // ASOS .


♥ happy friday.

i'm swooning over Lauren Moffatt's Spring 2012 collection! i love all the pretty details : brushstrokes, tiny florals, feminine geometrics and peter pan collars.  L O V E.  spotted on Creature Comforts and images via Lauren Moffat blog. 

p.s. the last outfit is my fave!


♥ happy monday.

grab your hubby, boyfriend, gal pals, mom/dad, kiddos and go on a date! my husband and i try to always have date nights (not just on Valentine's Day) and dressing up is one of the fun parts.  here's what i would wear on this Valentine's weekend... enjoy the L O V E.

p.s. i think having an instant camera like the one above is great for candid moments!

Sources:  J.Crew heart throb skirt, Fuji Instax camera, Kate Spade Juliana Too flats,
J.W. Hulme Mini Legacy bag, YSL lipstick in 19 Fuschia Pink, and Modcloth top .


 ♥ happy friday.

i get kinda excited when i spot a new designer/ clothing line...especially from Australia.  i love seeing fresh takes on silhouettes and styling.  so when i spotted Secret Squirrel on Creature Comforts (thank you!) i got very happy.  the Winter 2012 collection is very lovely and nice on the eyes.  check out Secret Squirrel. 

(images via Secret Squirrel). 

here are some of the inspirations that i'll be using for my Christmas wear this coming weekend.  my family and i will be starting the celebration of Christ's birth on Christmas eve and through Christmas day. for Christmas Eve, i opted for a more dress casual look with black skinnies and a flannel but dressed it up with the my DIY glitter flats.  for Christmas Eve, since we'll be at church i had to go the more dressier route with minimal accessories. 

what will your wardrobe look like this Christmas weekend?  (please, just no ugly Christmas sweaters!).

Christmas Eve outfit:  F21 black skinnies, TopShop blazer, Marc Jacobs heart studs, F21 flannel top, Kate Spade flats (similar), and Marc Jacobs small cross-body.
Christmas Day outfit:  polka dot tights , magenta dress, pearl necklace and booties via Mod Cloth, Rebecca Minkoff cross-body.

hapi wednesday!

i've so missed this space.  sorry for all the quiet around here lately, i've been helping oversee a renovation at my parents' home for the past week.  there was no internet or cable tv available so i wasn't able to visit and post....so, so sorry, friends!

but hopefully i can post a few lovelies this week before Thanksgiving hits (i can't even believe Thanksgiving is here!).

here are some pretty things that i'm thankful for (or rather wishing to have !)

Find here:  J. Crew look, journal, Madewell fox pendant, neon polka-dot pillow, Kate Spade bangle, Madewell shoe clip, TOMS cordones, and lomo camera.

hapi monday!

this is a follow up post to my fall wardrobe // essentials.  i reviewed the post with the essentials and i realized it's a bit lengthy, but i still feel strongly that each piece can take your wardrobe so far in styling and be a great base for layering trends and classics.  remember, the essentials is something to be built overtime so that your wardrobe from each season will be ready to wear.

below is a few of the add-ons you can layer on the fall wardrobe essentials.  of course there are so many add-ons of prints, patterns, textures, but that would be one long post! so i picked a few of the things that i would add-on to my wardrobe.  use your unique style to pop an outfit, or switch up your nail polish to to complete your look.  whatever the case, have fun dressing up...

image sources: print1 (similar), print2 (similar), print3 / messenger bag / J. Crew bangle / Salvage House Vintage robe dress / chiffon blouse / lace crop top / magenta cloche / Anthropologie galoshes / heeled sandals (similar) / owl earrings (similar)



hapi friday!

getting a new issue of the Anthropologie catalogue in the mail is a great sit down read for me.  seriously.  i'll sit on the couch (when kiddos are napping) and look at each page, like a lil' kid.  and i love it.  i love the new November issue of Anthropologie.  so much texture, color, pattern....and they have adorable items for kids too!  these are just a 'few' of the things i'm swooning for....

images via Anthropologie.

hapi friday!

if you haven't visited the blog of Erin Hagstrom, calivintage, (she also writes for the adored ModCloth) you're missing out on the best and original styling around when it comes to outfits.  she interweaves vintage and modern so well and i was so excited when the feast did an interview with her and taking a peek into her closet. 

so yes, calivintage is my first closet crush.
enjoy.