With the holiday season in full swing, it seems only fitting that I start to feature a bit more sparkle (a bit more sparkle, than usual, that is!) And these t-strap Christian Louboutin peep-toe wedding shoes utilize plenty of sparkle with a classic cut -- i.e., such a great wedding shoe. I'll . . . Read the Post
Archives for 2012
Wedding Venue Ghost Chairs
If you have the ability and/or the resources, to provide your own wedding furniture, may I suggest these incredible design-forward ghost chairs? I should start by saying that I love, love, love lucite (there, I said it!) - and in chair form - it's decor brilliance. In photographs, the ghost chairs . . . Read the Post
The Sequin Maxi Skirt
I have an internal debate between glitter and sequins on a daily basis. Yes, I'm a fashion-addict. And sparkle is just the icing on every fashion cake ... ever. I'm probably a tacky 80-year old in disguise. So it was really no surprise, to anyone really, when I started ranting about this . . . Read the Post
Dress of the Week
I couldn't take my eyes off of this Miami Beach Hindu wedding. But the dress is what really had me. The full striped skirt is probably my favorite feature. The rich dyes and soft cream fabric are so unique, and paired with the beaded floral bustier, the combination is elegant and original. Via . . . Read the Post
Rimmel London StayGlossy Look 4
My fourth look in the series for the Rimmel London Challenge is the Smart Look - "the perfect look for afternoons at the coffee shop with a good book." This is probably one of my favorite looks because it's relaxed and comfy but still cute. I snatched up the leopard pajama pants at our local Zara . . . Read the Post
Rimmel London StayGlossy Look 3
Next up in my series of looks for the Rimmel London Challenge: the Rainy Day Look. (Read all about the series in my first post!) It rains a lot here in Miami, but that never seems to slow us down. We break out our umbrellas and rain boots, hop into our cars, and go. I'm a dress girl, so the . . . Read the Post
Organized Creative: The Vault Files
I've been reading Gaby's blog, The Vault Files, for as long as I can remember. Her layouts are gorgeous, her posts are on point, and I want to buy everything she talks about ( ... which is probably not a good thing!) She's also amazingly sweet, which makes me like her blog all the more. As a . . . Read the Post
Gift Guide {Dipped in Gold}
I had put together a few of my favorite gold-dipped things for the To and From Magazine Gift Guide (catch me on page 45), but after starting the hunt for all of that gold, I found, I couldn't really stop. There are so many glitzy gold items that I want! Not that that should come as any surprise to . . . Read the Post
Day-in-the-life: Blogshop #Lumix
Over the weekend I finally got the chance to attend Blogshop. (Cue me jumping up and down with joy.) For anyone with a creative blog, business, or both, Blogshop is a must. I brought along my new Panasonic Lumix to document the weekend-long class and I was so glad I did. Bri and Angela, founders . . . Read the Post
Tuesday Shoesday
These gold and teal YSL platform heels are pure crazy awesome. Via Style Me Pretty // Wedding Photography: Sandy for Jacob Arthur Photography // Bride’s Shoes: Yves Saint Laurent . . . Read the Post
Rimmel London StayGlossy Contest
Don't ask me how, but I've been chosen as one of the five Rimmel London StayGlossy finalists! The end goal? To become the official Rimmel London Beauty Blogger. I'm still pinching myself as you read! So I have a favor to ask - a big one. Vote. Vote often. I'll send good vibes your way, I . . . Read the Post
Winter White Holiday Decor
I love a fresh burst of winter white in weddings. There are plenty of beautifully-themed Christmas weddings, but a winter wedding with subtle nods to the Holiday season are some of my favorites. White frosted pine, stars, metallic Holiday touches - it all fits the theme perfectly, and makes for a . . . Read the Post
Little Indulgences
On the heels of an amazing, but intense weekend of Blogshop, I welcomed the chance to curl up on my couch and watch mindless tv and movies on Sunday night. Though I love dressing up, going out, seeing the world, trying new things, branching out, the hubby and I both agree that we love home. And . . . Read the Post
Little Love Notes
Dear Blogshop, I'm coming for you, with lots of rest, water, a pretty new laptop case, and just a few first day of school jitters. That's right, this weekend I'll be attending an intensive, two day course, taught by Bri + Angela, where we binge on Photoshop and come out sparkly . . . Read the Post
Dress of the Week
This casual wedding dress is the perfect combination of detailed-yet-simple spaghetti strap bust and flowing skirt. I'm also seriously coveting her braid. . . . Read the Post
Gift Guide {for the Hostess}
My mom taught me long ago to never visit someone as a guest without a gift in hand. I know it sounds a bit dated, but it's those little things that mean so much to people. And during the Holiday season, the invites are aplenty, so I've learned to collect little gifts throughout the year to have on . . . Read the Post
Gorgeous Fall Florals
It started with that bouquet. It's lush Fall colors, with pops of pink and peach, the ribbons, the foliage, really a perfect Fall bouquet. But then I discovered the wedding, and all of its grogeous florals, and I was hooked. I love that the floral team used soft pinks and peaches, mixed in with . . . Read the Post
DIY Sally Hansen Gel Manicure
I practically jumped for joy (okay, there was definite jumping involved) when I heard that Sally Hansen was rolling out their own line of at-home gel manicure products. Ever since the advent of gel manicures, I've saved my pennies to get as many gel manicures in the salon as justifiably possible. . . . Read the Post
White Home With Modern Twists
This house is full of white wood floors and white-soaked walls, and I've unexpectedly fallen in love with the place. I first discovered this unique home on Jacquelyn's blog, and once bookmarked, I couldn't stop coming back to it. The mostly white space, filled with modern furniture and . . . Read the Post
Tuesday Shoesday
I love the feminine and dainty feel of a rounded toe on a heel -- the silver crystals (yes, crystals!) and ankle strap on these nude Valentino pumps are just the icing on the cake. Via Once Wed // Creative Direction and Design: Joy Thigpen // Photography: Eric Kelley // Shoes: Valentino . . . Read the Post
Trending: Fur Collars + Stoles
Albeit completely impractical in Miami temperatures - I think we get maybe three days of "winter" (a.k.a., sixty degrees) - I can't stop coveting fur collars and stoles. I love how Old Hollywood glamorous they look, and because they're detachable, they can be added to any cardigan or coat for easy . . . Read the Post
Photo Love: Sitting on the Dock
Happy Monday, all! I hope your weekends were wonderful, full of thanks, turkey, and pie. And to get your post-Holiday weekend Monday started off right, how about this adorable photograph capturing a sweet couple spending time on a dock outside their lakeside wedding? Via Style Me Pretty // . . . Read the Post
Black Friday + Cyber Monday Sales
I have a confession to make, I'm no good at Black Friday shopping. I hate crowds, I can't stand squabbling over anything, and I need regular diet coke and latte breaks. So I stick to online shopping. It's safer. I put together a quick list of the best sales I've seen this long Holiday weekend . . . Read the Post
Thanksgiving Style
This year, hubby and I have Thanksgiving dinners both Thursday and Friday, and I have a whole lot of cooking to do. It's always a dilemma trying to balance looking cute for guests while simultaneously boiling potatoes and checking the turkey. This year, I'm going for flats, and a pretty apron to . . . Read the Post
