May 21st, 2013
With wedding season in full swing, I’ve put together four ensemble ideas, whether you’ll be in the desert, at a woodsy destination, a sprawling vineyard, or a city celebration.
A desert (or beachside) wedding should be filled with bright pieces that mimic the shades of sunset. Bring along old Hollywood staples like an oversized hat and cat-eye sunglasses for the pool and a slinky dress for evening with strappy sandals. Let your hair dry in the sun for tousled, beachy waves and finish your look with a shimmery bronzer.
1. J.Crew Straw Hat, $34.50
2. Topshop Bikini, $50
3. Acne Dress, $356
4. Zara Sandals, $79.90
5. Zara Clutch, $35.90
6. Elizabeth and James Sunglasses, $185
For an intimate wedding by a river, there’s something sweet about a romantic dress with lace accents balanced by gladiator sandals and some flowers in your hair. Rose gold jewelry won’t feel too precious and a simple scarf will help ward off brisk temperatures.
1. Cult Gaia Flower Crown, $100
2. Sam Edelman Sandals, $110
3. Topshop Dress, $96
4. Gorjana Rose Gold Ring, $36
5. Sashi Rose Gold Ring, $35
6. Madewell Scarf, $38.50
An ensemble fit for a wine country wedding should be sophisticated, with a bit of sparkle. A dress with a simple silhouette would look chic with a low chignon, drop earrings, neutral pumps, and a playful clutch. Just make sure to schedule enough time for some wine tasting for the next day!
1. Mango Dress, $149.99
2. J.Crew Crystal Earrings, $50
3. House of Harlow Clutch, $195
4. Zara Pumps, $89.90
For a wedding in the city, I’d stick to a black and white palette with a metallic clutch to add a bit of edge. A sleek blowout paired with a red lip will look classy and timeless.
1. Zara Clutch, $35.90
2. Steven Pumps, $139
3. J.Crew Dress, $238
4. Estée Lauder Lipstick, $25
5. J.Crew Crystal Necklace, $135
May 10th, 2013
{So happy that my parents came down to visit last week}
I’m not sure if it’s just this new decade I recently entered or what, but this week just worked. Each day felt fulfilling – busy, but productive with enough room for leisurely lunches and wine with dinner. And while I already felt like our house was rather full, we recently rescued a homeless young cat that had taken up residence under our house. It’s been a bit stressful getting everyone acclimated (while also ensuring she’s healthy), but she’s adapted wonderfully and I’m thrilled that we were able to give her a loving home. Have a great weekend!
{Seriously gorgeous flowers from a friend}
{I’m in love with my red rose gel manicure}
{Cali, poised on a lucite table for optimal photo opportunities}
{Finally ordered our wedding album – so impressed with Artifact Uprising}
May 2nd, 2013
In an ideal world, I’d have exquisite floral arrangements in every corner of my house. But since that’s not exactly practical, I like to switch things up by discovering new flowers and pairing them in unique ways. I love a wildflower-inspired bouquet and for a little twist, I used different sized jars and wrapped them in burlap to create several smaller, cohesive arrangements. I lined them along the center of my table for a recent dinner party, but it could work just as well for a Mother’s Day brunch, graduation lunch, or a simple summer get-together. Here’s how I made them.
I first selected a bouquet of wildflowers that were all in the same color family. This is key to making the arrangements look imperfect, yet still purposeful. It’s also nice to have some different elements as part of the arrangement, like sharp thistle, which gives them all an unexpected twist. Then trim them so they’re all the same length.
Taking a square of burlap, I wrapped five jars. Make sure to leave an extra 2-3 inches at the top in order for you to have enough room to cover the entire jar. Secure the burlap on the jar with a natural twine, keeping in line with the rustic feel.
Tie the twine in a bow and then take some scissors and cut off some of the excess burlap. I also rounded all of the points so it they didn’t look as severe.
Arrange the flowers in each of the jars, making sure they all look full and balanced.
The end result looks rustic and pretty, without being too precious.
March 27th, 2013
1. This beautiful dream house makes me want to visit Santorini. (elledecor.com)
2. I love the idea of paper anemone flowers since my cats insist on eating my fresh ones. (ellinee.com)
3. A tiny purse that’s ideal for navigating flea markets. (jcrew.com)
4. An inspiring selection of baking accessories, all at a great price. (shopsweetlulu.com)
5. This daily newsletter keeps me informed without being overwhelming. (theskimm.com)
6. I plan on making this waffle cake for my next brunch. (thekitchn.com)
