Posts from — October 2011

I’ve always been a fan of Hitchcock films, and after a recent trip to Northern California, I was inspired to recreate the character of Melanie Daniels from The Birds. I found a vintage skirt suit, wore a disheveled french twist, affixed crows all over my body and hair, and added some bloody scratches to my face. I’m really happy with how it came out and was equally impressed by all of the creative costumes from our party on Saturday night, including the Grand High Witch and mouse (from Roald Dahl’s “The Witches”), Mr. Clean, Sharon Stone from Casino, and a Beverly Hills housewife. Happy Halloween!

Zara Blazer, J.Crew Blouse, Zara Skirt, Tiffany & Co. Clutch c/o, Steve Madden Booties, Estee Lauder Wicked Green Nail Polish

Sometimes a few key elements (namely a gold, sequined blazer, a polka dot blouse, and a jeweled, satin clutch) can make an ordinary outfit feel sparkly, in more ways than one.

{My candy corn sugar cookies – recipe here}

Weekends are always a welcomed break, but I’m especially excited about this one. We’re throwing an intimate costume party tomorrow night – equipped with plenty of dry ice, spiked punch, and lots of sweet treats. My costume is nearly finished, but my fiancé has yet to finalize his (he’s debating between Donnie Darko or Nick Nolte’s mug shot), but regardless it should be a pretty good time. Have a great weekend!

{Repainted vintage frames that match my bedroom’s walls}

{Prettiest sugar cubes ever}

{’50s-era punch bowl for our party this weekend}

{New faux chinchilla throw – the most luxurious blanket ever}

On a rainy day a few weeks back,  I decided to change around the entire layout of our living room. The room itself is rather awkward – it’s long and narrow, and our old setup only made it feel more cramped. I rotated the seating area, moved the TV from over the mantle to the console table, and traded in our wooden coffee table for a sleek, marble version. The room is far more inviting (and conducive to both cocktail parties and TV marathons) and while there’s still much to be done (I’m contemplating what to have on the mantle and how to fill up the massive empty wall), it’s since become my favorite room.

Details:

Coffee table (currently 20% off): Blu Dot
Tray: West Elm
Couch + matching chair: Z Gallerie
Rug: West Elm
Chair, Toucan, Prints: Vintage
Console: Crate and Barrel
Side table: West Elm
Pillows: Room Service
Lamps: Gilt Groupe