CHICAGO PART 1

As I mentioned here, I was lucky enough to be able to extend a work trip in Chicago with the Boy to become a mini-vacation. It was a quick trip, but I had enough time to wander around the city as a...

MY LOVE AFFAIR WITH BHLDN AND WEDDING DRESS SHOPPING

I have been enamored with BHLDN since their opening way back when this blog was in it's beginning stages. The simple modern feminine elegance of their gowns, their bright, fun party dresses, their...

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

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STYLE "IT" GIRL: EMMA WATSON

By Splash via Daily Mail | Stockholm Streetstyle.comOriginally introduced to us for her role as Hermione in the Harry Potter films, Watson has come a long way from the "Harry Potter and the...

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH MENU

If you are more of the "experience" type of gift giver or even if you just want to throw a little brunch in addition to your Mother's Day gift this is your menu. This Mother's Day Brunch menu is...

Mother's Day Gift Guide

1. Rifle Paper Co. Forest Flowers iPhone 5 Case | 2. Gourmet Food Store Tuscan Sulla Honey | 3. Anthropologie Pragmatic Vase, Eat Cake | 4. Clare Vivier Flat Clutch Deluxe | 5. Anthropologie Rose...

Fête to Fashion: What to wear to a picnic

Picture via Design Sponge styled by Bash, Please.After recently designing and styling the set for an adorable picnic look book with Carlis (stay tuned for a sneak peek or check out see a preview on...

What's In My Bag... Purse Essentials

When Kristina from Emma Kisstina contacted me to participate in her "What's In Your Bag" blogger series, I jumped at the chance. I've been admiring her illustrations for while now and most recently...

Green Tea Palmer

I whipped up this cocktail for a girl's sushi and sake night last week. It is the perfect light and refreshing cocktail for the spring. The sake keeps the alcohol level lower so feel free to sip...

Saturday Link Love

Some delicious eats to make, some thoughts to ponder, and of course buckets of pretty inspiration to oogle. Read more »

Color Palette

via Sincerely JulesWith a recent work/ play trip to Chicago (see sneak peeks here), engagement party planning, and lots of new clients (always a good thing) life has been a little crazy around...

DC Faves: Filter Coffeehouse & Espresso Bar

In an effort to explore some old favorites, try out some new local digs, and finally compile a comprehensive DC guide for locals and travelers alike I am starting this new series: DC faves. Today...

The Art of Entertaining: Pantry Essentials for Easy Entertaining

Image from Emerson Made Farm via Design Sponge.Ever get a last minute call from out of town friends, your parent's swinging by, or decide to have happy hour at your place and need to entertain...

Quote of the Week and Some Thoughts

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Accessible Art No. 3-Society 6

‘Red Deer Stag’ by Amy Hamilton | ‘Creativity’ by Note to Self | ‘Im Goin Out’ by CamRaFace | ‘Tryypyzoyd’ by Spires | ‘Wonder Breasts’ by Greg-guillemin |‘Headdress’ by Amy Hamilton | Street...

Project Apartment: The Bathroom

Art by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec via Art.com.Project apartment is officially done today! This is it folks, the last room, the bathroom. When you are in a rental with strict painting restrictions,...

The Classic Negroni

I was reading an article by Tom Sietsema in the Washington Post the other day about the secrets of DC's best bartenders. In it, the bartenders interviewed agreed that the most important aspect of...

StyleMint Style For Your City Challene & My 1st Outfit Post

When StyleMint first contacted me for this Style For Your City challenge, my first thought was I don't do outfit posts. My next thought... why not? Especially since I was being asked to represent...

Bathroom Styling Tips

1. Jason Santa Maria and Megan Born via Design Sponge 2. via Nine Sixteen West Elm Sarah Campbell Decoupage Tray | West Elm Hand Painted Dotted Bath Accessory | West Elm Porcelain Stripe Tray |...

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Culinary 101: How to Roast Beets

Beets are one of my favorite root veggies that can be used so many different ways and provide a lovely bit of color to any meal. The best way to get the most flavor out of beets, in my opinion, is...

Kumquat Champagne Cocktail

Kumquats are a delightful, surprising fruit. Their tart, sweet combo makes them easy to pop in your mouth. They are great for topping salads or yogurt, but even better in this kumquat champagne...

The Art of Entertaining: How to write a party guest list

One of the first steps to planning any party, other than deciding what the party is for, is deciding who to invite. This can often be one of the hardest steps and depending on the amount of thought...

Quote of the Week

Spring Pea, Mint, and Ricotta Tart

Fresh peas and mint are one of my favorite spring combinations. This spring pea, mint, and ricotta tart combines these flavors perfectly in a light, but satisfying appetizer, snack, lunch, or even...

Friday Link Love

No theme to link love this week, just some odd and ends that have been inspiring me lately and a few new (to me) websites to devour. Read more »

Color Craving... Jade

Drew Barrymore's kitchen via Apartment Therapy | Zoom Theory Photography via Fab You Bliss | Martha Stewart Living | You Might Find Yourself | Shine by Sho | Thornton Designs | BEG Bicycles |...

Blood Orange French 75

Earlier this month I collaborated with Poshlocket to create a spring cocktail to match with their fresh colored, beautiful pieces and provide entertaining inspiration for the new season. Nothing...

Culinary 101: Dicing and Julienning

Knife skills to culinary are like learning how to write letters to an elementary school student.. something you must learn right the first time because you will use them everyday in the future. For...

Quote of the Week

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