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In Pursuit of Pretty Things
inpursuitofprettythings.blogspot.com
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A blog by two friends who love pretty things! Here's what we're seeing, making, wearing, eating, and hearing.
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The Grass Is Greener... (OOTD)

I recently saw a post on Pinterest, that said, "The grass is greener where you water it."Isnt that the truth?Dress: Reed Shirtdress, Anthropologie (similar here, here, and here)Sweater: Free ...

1 day ago

Fashion Bucket List: YSL Tribute Sandals

Hi there. Kathryn, here. *waves*I hope youre all having a nice Memorial Day weekend!I had to head into the office for a bit over the weekend to get some work done, but afterwards I swung by my little...

2 days ago

In Remembrance

This Memorial Day, we take a moment to remember and honor those men and women who gave their lives in service to this nation, both during and after duty - and also to their families, who bore this gr...

2 days ago

Variations On The Perfect Memorial Day Weekend Outfit

You know, its stylings like this that make me want to reconsider my whole anti-hat stance.1 Though, I think this outfit would be perfect for Memorial Day weekend - as well as many other summer w...

3 days ago

Cloudy With A Chance of Neon (OOTD)

The weather turned today. Its been nice for the past couple of weeks, but today was decidedly gray, windy, and occasionally rainy, even. This is not nearly as bad as what reader and owner of the Wish...

5 days ago

For the Love of Polka Dots (OOTD)

Just a quick OOTD to share with you today. Im all out of compelling thoughts today. Too many grant proposals in the last few weeks has left me feeling pretty depleted.I got lots of compliments on thi...

5 days ago

WANTS: Boy. by Band of Outsiders

I recently discovered Boy. by Band of Outsiders, and I have to say, while its completely a fantasy label for me (as in, "If I won a Mega Millions Jackpot..." sort of fantasy), I wanted to sha...

23 may 12

Like a Style Blogger (OOTDs and Stella & Dot)

Hello, friends! Hope you all had a great Monday. Mine turned out to be really fun and amazing. Im going to write a post about it for my other blog, Material Good, some time this week, so I hope youll...

22 may 12

All the Pretty Colors

Hi everyone! Im in Northern California today, heading out to the Maker Faire in San Mateo! Its my first time attending this event, and Im so excited. Before you wonder, no, Im not a "maker.&...

19 may 12

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Lego Store... (Anthro Fitting Room Reviews)

Im meant to be on a shopping ban. And as of right now - this very minute - I really and truly am. Honest. Until July, when Nordstroms Anniversary Sale happens, at least. Because when the Anniversary ...

18 may 12

Connecting the Dots (OOTD + Stella & Dot)

Last week, I was invited by one of our local readers, Clara, who has recently become a Stella & Dot stylist to a "trunk show." I went because 1) I hadnt seen Clara in some time and 2) I w...

17 may 12

"For the Woman Who Needs More Hours in the Day..."

This handbag first caught my eye with its vibrant color that still manages to be feel neutral, its elegant, minimalist design that is accented by a close attention to details, and the fact that it lo...

16 may 12

A Very Bad Day (but a very good dress)

Yesterday was a rough day. My work laptop became severely unhappy (as in the refusing to boot up even in safe-mode sort of "unhappy") and I ended up driving about 3.5 hours round-trip to...

15 may 12

Speaking of Buckets... (and Lists)

So, a little while ago, Kathryn wrote about her fashion bucket list, and it set me to thinking about what would be on mine.The first thing I thought of was a Helmut Lang blazer.Specifically, the Tux ...

14 may 12

On Mothers Day

Last year, my friend Maya posted on her blog (currently closed down - *sad face*) an excerpt from Tina Feys very funny book, Bossypants. It was "The Mothers Prayer for Its Daughter," and I lo...

13 may 12

A Beautiful Mess

*waves*Hello there. Kathryn here.Its almost Mothers Day, so I figure now is as good a time as any to share this little trinket I picked up shortly after my mother passed away last November...A Beauti...

12 may 12

May-Day (Wishlist & OOTD)

Hi everyone! Hope youve all had a great week. Mines been good, if a little busy and...while not terribly tiring, Ive been oddly fatigued all week. Not sure what it is. Allergies, maybe? Anyway, what ...

12 may 12

Summers Past (OOTD)

This dress is, quite possibly, the oldest one in my closet. Believe it or not, I graduated from high school wearing this linen number from Ann Taylor. Dress: Linen Dress, Ann Taylor (similar her...

09 may 12

Love Affair (OOTD)

Ive been cultivating a love affair with super simple, really comfy dresses lately. Theyre so unfussy and easy. And with the right accessories, they let you run around all over town, feeling like your...

07 may 12

Something Silly & Fun (Kate OOTD - sort of)

I snapped this photo yesterday, while Kate was playing in her Tinkerbell costume, which shed insisted on putting on. The pink camo cap is also her accessory choice. I thought it was funny enough to s...

06 may 12

The Lone Crazy (OOTD)

 Do I look a little sheepish in this picture? It may have had to do with the fact that my neighbor (whom I dont know!) was standing in his doorway, watching me take these photos.Its pretty diffi...

06 may 12

A Girl & Her Dog (Can I Ask A Favor?)

Hi everyone!This is not an outfit post or a fun shopping adventure post and its not a wishlist post. Its a request for a favor - I have a very lovely friend who has a daughter who has a dog. But...

05 may 12

In the Wee Smas (Ramblings & Milly)

Sometimes, I find that when Im stuck in the middle of work - meaning, I feel unable to actually produce (and that usually has lots to do with writing) - I need to stop working on it and produce ...

03 may 12

A Little Bit of Magic (OOTD)

Hi everyone! Hope youre all doing well. Apologies for the uncharacteristically long absence - spring is a pretty crazy time of year for me at work (report season compounded with grant-writing season ...

02 may 12

The Fresh Maker (OOTD)

First, I want to thank everyone - not least of all, Kathryn, for the very lovely birthday messages. You sure know how to put a smile on a gals face.Thanks as well for the reassuring messages about th...

28 apr 12

Happy Birthday, Carol!

Throw your hands in the air, and wave em like you just dont care, because......its Carols birthday!When we say we go way back, we mean it.Ill leave you to fill in the blanks as to which one is me and...

27 apr 12

So, um. This Happened. (Bucket List Purchase)

...yeah.Hey, hi there! Kathryn here!Okay, well...fancy shoes are still kind of a new thing for me. I mean, Ive done the Nine West thing, Ive done the Charles David thing, and Ive even done the Tory B...

26 apr 12

Life in Print

I often think that my personal style is hard to pin down. I love feminine, I love vintage/retro, I love classic, I love preppy, I like boho, I enjoy minimalist, every so often, I go for gamine. There...

26 apr 12

Not So Much... (OOTD)

Im not totally sure this outfit actually works. I suppose its important to document my misses as well as my hits, right? So, here - an outfit that sort of worked in my head, but in execution wasnt qu...

25 apr 12

Summer Sandals - Part 2

The Station Sandal, MadewellFirst of all, thanks to everyone who left me suggestions! You guys are awesome. In fact, there were so many great suggestions, I thought everyone would benefit from them, ...

22 apr 12

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