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• DIY - Upcoming Plans

  

  Now that I'm not immersed in wedding planning, I have time again for DIY projects. I'm so glad. I've missed them. The projects are my time to destress. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Van Cleef & Arpels Zip Necklace

  

  The suggestion for the design of the iconic Van Cleef Arpels Zip Necklace came from life long customer, the Duchess of Windsor, Wallis Simpson. Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Fashion and Style Quote of the Day (#11) - Jacket Love

  

  "When my Azzedine jacket from 1987 died, I wrapped it up in a box, attached a note saying where it came from and took it to the Salvation Army. It was a big... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Summer Beach Trip Under $20

  

  Every year I look forward to our family beach trip. Over the years I've learned that less is more and items that do double duty are the best. I live in... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Summer Beauty

  

  During the warm summer months I switch up my makeup. In the winter my skin needs more moisture. In the summer, my former teenage skin kicks in and if my makeup... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Everyday Jewelry

  

  My jewelry armoire is filled with tons of great jewelry. I love to mix up my look but there are pieces I gravitate toward daily and those I wear every day... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Summer Maxi Skirt Style

  

  I love and wear my maxi skirts year round. For me, it's so easy to layer them with shirts and sweaters and my favorite look, with a leather jacket, for winter. Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• 20s Murder Mystery Party - My Costume

  

  Over the Memorial Day weekend, my friends hosted a 20's era Murder Mystery party. I have never attended a party like this before. I can't wait for the next... Read more

  Posted on 29 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• I'm Obsessed - Cut Out Boots

  

  My crazy obsession with cut out boots has reached a breaking point. I definitely don't need another pair. They aren't in my budget and I can't buy them. Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Racing Stripe Manicure - Using a Sharpie

  

  A few months ago I discovered a fun new way to add art to my nails...metallic Sharpies! I've done a few different manicures using my metallic Sharpies. Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• How to Do a Festival in the Rain

  

  We were looking forward to an amazing Sunday at the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival. I had planned to wear this fun outfit. Unfortunately, mother nature wasn't... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Great Gatsby Mystery Party

  

  Over Memorial Day weekend, some friends and I are throwing a 1920's themed (Great Gatsby style) Murder Mystery Dinner Party. We are all dressing up and donning... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Classics "I Want" List

  

  One of my favorite Pinterest boards is my "I Want" board. It contains those items I spy when virtual "window shopping" online that I would like to have. Some ar... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Met Gala 2013 - The Good and Bad

  

  The Met Gala is the annual anything goes gala. It's a who's who of celebs that gives them a chance to wear avant-garde ensembles. This year the theme was Punk:... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• I'm Obsessed Thank You Very Much - Mirror Metallics

  

  My love of silver and other metallics is no secret. I even painted a table silver. A pair of bedside tables are next. I'm especially in love with mirror... Read more

  Posted on 07 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Update Your Look for Under $50

  

  Every season, I want a few new items to help me update my look and I know I'm not alone. Lots of times, my budget doesn't allow for a ton of new purchases. Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Inspiration - Celebrity Music Festival Style

  

  Our first music festival of the spring/summer is in two weeks. We're going to the Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival and I can't wait. Having been to lots of... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Moment of Lust - Valentino Rockstud Ballerina Flats

  

  Shoes are hands down my favorite accessory. They look great, always fit and you can change the feel of an outfit with the right pair of shoes. Read more

  Posted on 29 April 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Frugal Fashion Friday - Graphic Tees

  

  It wasn't intentional but I guess there is a running theme this week. It may have been my visit to the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame but I can't get enough of... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Lust List for Spring

  

  Oh, if money were no object and I didn't have a budget to stick to, I'd buy all of the things I want. Unfortunately, I need to stick to a budget and I... Read more

  Posted on 24 April 2013 FASHION, LIFESTYLE