Cupcakes and Cashmere

Rainbow Sherbet

November 23rd, 2011

Equipment Blouse, Vintage Aviators, Madewell Necklace, Levis Shorts, Alexander Wang Heels, Mulberry Bag, Michael Kors Watch, Madewell Ring, MAC Deep Sea Nail Polish

A few of my current favorite outfit elements: a rainbow sherbet-colored blouse, relaxed boyfriend shorts, bright baubles, and dark green nail polish.

This year I was given the task of creating a centerpiece for our Thanksgiving table (that will seat fourteen). Instead of relying on classic autumnal decorations like pine cones (which I used for place settings last year), acorns, or leaves, I decided to go with a more rustic vibe that still incorporated outside elements. I kept it low and long (to not obstruct everyone’s view at the table), and lined a sleek slate tray with burlap, added miniature succulents, and filled it in with cranberries.

Striped and Spotted

November 21st, 2011

Nars Heat Wave Lipstick, J.Crew Dress, Kelly Wearstler Coat c/o, J.Crew Belt, Michael Kors Watch, Forever 21 Clutch, Madewell Oxfords

As you can tell from nearly every outfit post in the past few months (besides this), I’m almost always in heels. And while I certainly do wear flats regularly, I rarely find them to be stylish enough to photograph. That all changed when I saw these blush-colored oxfords at Madewell. They’re incredibly comfortable (I must have walked two miles in them while running errands on Saturday) and I love that the patent leather dresses them up a bit.

Five Things

November 18th, 2011

{Choose your holiday card – playfully customizable}

Earlier this week, while on the phone with my grandma, she said how excited she was about seeing me next week for Thanksgiving. I corrected her, saying that it was still two weeks away, but that I was also looking forward to our trip up north. Needless to say, she was right (and I’m pretty sure she’s not even aware that Thanksgiving always falls on a Thursday). I’ve since embraced the quickly approaching holiday season and have already started stocking up on greeting cards, wrapping paper, and the occasional rendition of “Carol of the Bells.”