Deck the Halls

Banners and garland, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...

A mantel isn't even necessary. String it anywhere you like!

thanks flickr!

Looklet Lust

Do you like the look I built above? I created it at www.looklet.com and it's helping me practice my mix & match skills - essential for making the most of one's wardrobe.

You begin with a model in her underwear and build her look just like you would a paper doll. I like to choosing her face first, because I can see how the clothing would work with my skin tone. My olive skin does not do well with earth tones.

Check out the looks below that were created by expert users of the site:

I built these... not loving the first look. See how she looks a bit washed out...

This look below is a bit conservative, but I would wear it and I'm dying for the tights with spots!

Cantankerous Cats in Costume

While dogs are good sports and let you do basically anything to them, cats aren't afraid to let you know when you're ticking them off. And I love them for that. Enjoy.


All flickr finds

Girls Night Out

Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store nor under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends. - Cindy Lew

The camera was rolling as a few of my girlfriends & I hit the town the other night for a jewelry line debut... Nicole Ritchie pairing her House of Harlow line with Bebe. Wish I had known about the line before! I bought one of her necklaces at Fred Segal the other day & it's probably double the price of Bebe! (I'm wearing it in the video.)

While it's fun buying shiny pretty things, the best part was getting together and being silly. You get to be a fly on the wall during our nonsense. I love my girls!

Below is the necklace I was wearing. I believe it was $65. While the quality is better than the necklaces at Bebe, they look the same from afar. The black & gold version is about $120 at Fred Segal, $69 at Bebe.

Baby's First Christmas

Making a List, Checking it Twice

Now that my Christmas tree is up, I can't help looking at holiday treats.

Juicy Couture rings
Deco, $88 Icon Sparrow, $58 Gilded Pleasures, $98
http://www.shopstyle.com/

12th Street by Cynthia Vincent Bra Cup Dress - $315 http://www.shopbop.com/
Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch, Women's Henry Chronograph Goldtone Stainless Steel Bracelet
- $225 Macy's


Since I already own some fab platform heels like these & a boyfriend jacket... I fell in love with these combos.

Oh Baby!

I'm hosting a baby shower for my sister-in-law, Lindsey. She is very excited to be having a boy. I love to plan parties so this is a perfect combo! I'm hosting a luncheon for her in January and want to pick a fun invite... which is your favorite?
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http://www.tinyprints.com/

http://www.polkadotdesign.com/

http://www.paperstyle.com/