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Lovey Dovey

2012-02-10T09:00:00.000-05:00

For all of you whose love don't cost a thing... For all of you cash strapped lovebirds... For all of you unemployed honey bunnies... This post is for you. Here are some awesome (and cost effective) DIY ideas/projects for the up and coming Valentine's Day. Just because the world's economy is collapsing and the honeybees are disappearing and you probably won't make it to 12/21/12 doesn't mean you can forgo your love-filled day of red and pink! After all, this may be the last V-day.

1. Make a sweet and sincere personalized card (via sparrow nest script). So maybe your calligraphy won't be as pretty as this $7 handmade card from Etsy. Who cares! Love loves love!

2. You mean you don't have the money to get this years Target/Old Navy Valentine's Day t-shirt? For shame! Luckily, we've got you covered over at Honestly... WTF's awesome tutorial on creating elbow heart patches. You'll look cooler, anyway.

3. Say it with food! Cheap food! Who doesn't love heart-shaped pancakes, hearts in their hot chocolate or a heart-shaped egg in toast? Perfect way to start the day of love (via Oprah and Pinterest). Check out Martha Stewart for more how-tos.

4. I know its been awhile since you've scrapbooked about the Incan civilization for your seventh grade history project, but who wouldn't appreciate a pretty book written about how much they are loved? The guy alternative? Make a PowerPoint. Hunter has made some pretty romantic PowerPoints, if I do say so myself. Not. Even. Lying. So get out the craft scissors, specifically the kind that make the swirly edges (or your laptop). It's going to be a long night. (via Pinterest). See more examples here and here.

5. Well, what about Valentine's Day gifts for co-workers, neighbors and friends? There is this thing called free print-outs - and there are lots of them!!!!!! Some of my favorites are the paper bag print out from Twig and Thistle and the arrow valentines from Sweet Muffin Suite. Or this one from Oh Happy Day - perfect for the long distance relationship (and those that plan ahead).

6. Nothing sparks romance like the written word. Framed. In your bedroom. So you can read it over and over again and point out memorized phrases during your next fight in March (why yes, a good love letter can potentially take you into March with no arguments over who does the dishes). Writing not your strong suit? Look up "romantic poetry" in google (hint: start with Pablo Neruda) and handwrite some of your favorites. Then frame. (via Pinterest).

7. Really, really not good with words? Build a Valentine's Day fort. 'Nuff said. (via Design*Sponge)

8. This one is for those who are willing to spend money to make money. Dress up like a bride and groom for the day and run around town. See how much stuff you can get for free! (Including stays at hotels, desserts/drinks at nice restaurants). It might not always work out (it is a crazy time of year for these establishments) so be prepared to foot the bill, just in case. (Via The Cinderella Project). Extra points of you only call each other "darling" or "Mr. and Mrs." the entire night. Back up plan: rent a bunch of romantic comedies (perfect for the "let's not and say we did" couples).

9. Another Honestly... WTF jem. Looks like this year there's no getting that Tiffany's bracelet she/he (no judgement) wants/deserves. Good thing there are jewlery DIYs all over the internets. Like this one. Or this one.

10. Last but not least - don't forget to say I love you! Extra points if you train your dog to say it for you.

Have a Happy Valentine's day, everyone!

Lauren Moffatt Spring 2012

2012-02-09T12:30:00.000-05:00

Loving all the pretty florals that are at the Lauren Moffatt Spring 2012 Collection.

Images: Lauren Moffatt

Noemie Goudal

2012-02-08T09:00:00.000-05:00

Love these art works by Paris-born and London-based artist, Noemie Goudal.

Images: Noemie Goudal, via wren

Built by Wendy

2012-02-07T12:30:00.000-05:00

In case you were too poor to buy any of Built by Wendy's awesome fall 2011 collection (which I was/am), you should know that it's all on sale!!! Looking into owning this blanket skirt or dress and wishing this boucle overcoat was 90% off.

Images: Built by Wendy, via i am a greedy girl

Nerds!

2012-02-06T11:24:00.004-05:00

SO happy 30 Rock is back on, and here's the Sh*t Liz Lemon says video to prove it. Because I have an obsession with Tina Fey (like everyone else and their mom). And because I can.

Instagraming it

2012-02-03T00:43:00.000-05:00

So I've gotten pretty addicted to Instagram since I got my iPhone earlier this month. Above are some of the pictures I've been taking. I usually am the worst at taking pictures of everyday life, and this is really helping me be better about that. I am the kind of person that looks through old photos, cards and letters when I am sad to make myself feel better - so this taking more photos thing will be good for my nostalgic self! Check out @lisamariaanderson for more photos of Hunter, my food, shopping trips and the weather (with the possibility of expansion)! :)

Aubin & Wills

2012-02-01T09:00:00.000-05:00

First and foremost, Happy February! Last month went by like that (insert snap here). This month, I've been obsessing over the Aubin & Willis 2012 lifestyle shoot. So playful and fun!

Images: Aubin & Willis, via Design is Mine

Secret Shop

2012-01-31T12:30:00.000-05:00

The secret's out! Secret Shop on Etsy has some pretty cute stuff right now...

Navy Lace Dress / Black and White Polka Dot 60's Dress / Brown and White Fern Printed Dress / Brown and White Striped Men's Shirt / 1950s fur collared coat / 60's Cheetah Faux Fur Coat

Images: Secret Shop, via Pinterest

BDDW

2012-01-30T09:00:00.000-05:00

Loving what I'm seeing at the small Philadelphia-based furniture company BDDW. They are known for their wood pieces, but its the sofas that caught my eye.

Images: BDDW

For the t-shirt and jeans kind of girl (or not)

2012-01-27T10:47:00.000-05:00

I am decidedly not a t-shirt and jeans kind of girl (to Hunter's dismay). I love t-shirts and I love jeans. But I'm much more likely to be caught in some pants/leggings hybrid and a loose-fitting girly blouse. Or a skirt. Or a dress. And theeen maybe I'll be in a t-shirt and jeans (but probably with a blazer over it). Enter Poppy and Moe. I am head over heels for this t-shirt line, especially that warrior tee. A girl can convert, right?

Images: Poppy and Moe, via Where the Lovely Things are

Photographers and their Photos

2012-01-23T11:55:00.002-05:00

Steve McCurry holds his 1984 photo of a young woman from Peshawar, Pakistan. "I looked for this girl for 17 years and finally found her in 2002. Her name is Sharbat Gula."

Neil Leifer holds his photo, Ali vs. Liston, which he took on May 25, 1965 in Lewiston, Maine.

Mary Ellen Mark: "I am holding my photograph of Ram Prakash Singh and his beloved elephant Shyama — taken in 1990. Ram Prakash Singh was the ringmaster of "The Great Golden Circus." The photograph was done in Ahmedabad India. This was part of my Indian Circus Project.

I love India and I love the circus so photographing eighteen circuses all around India was an incredible experience. Unfortunately, Shyama died a few months after this photograph was taken. Supposedly he succumbed to a poisoned chapatti. Ram Prakash Singh was heartbroken. Me also."

Harry Benson: "Brian Epstein — Beatles' manager — had just told them they were number one in America, and I was coming with them to New York, 1964."

Elliot Erwitt: "The picture I am holding was snapped in 1974 just across the street from my apartment in New York's Central Park. It has been 38 years since that event and sadly I have lost track of the participants."

Just some photographers and their most iconic images, as part of a book/project called Behind the Photographs to honor those who devote their entire lives to photography. Its eye-opening to see the face behind the photos that many of us know so well.

Images: Tim Mantoani for Behind the Photographs, via WIRED magazine

This and That

2012-01-19T23:42:00.000-05:00

So I haven't seen any one thing in particular I'd like to post about lately... mostly just this and that. So... I decided to do a post based on the this and that I've been eyeing lately. Here it goes:

Sessun Spring/Summer Collection, via Frolic

Emerson Media Stand from PBteen (do you know how hard its been to find a cool tv stand/entertainment center??! I've been on Craigslist for months).

Mindy Kaling's book

That coat, that hat, via TheseThingsTakeTime

Everything at the Three Potato Four shop lately

And last, but not least...

Sloth hugs

Yay, lazy blogging! Hope you all have an awesome weekend and that crappy winter weather doesn't bring you down (it may or may not be getting to me this week - is it summer yet?).

Downton Abbey, Season 2

2012-01-16T12:37:00.002-05:00

So I only watched the Golden Globes for about a second last night (did it feel tamer than last year or did I duck out too early?), but I did get to see Downton Abbey win best mini-series. Which reminded me that I really needed to see Season 2! Which is actually the reason why I stopped watching the Golden Globes :). I am now on episode 2 and am so excited to unfold all the Edwardian drama! Any fans out there??

Images: Behind the Scenes footage, via Daily Mail

Jason Wu for Target

2012-01-11T09:00:00.000-05:00

Why yes, I will be at Target on February 5 grabbing anything I can from the Jason Wu collection. Thanks for asking.
Images: Jason Wu for Target, via Refinery 29

Just a Girl and Her Chicken

2012-01-05T12:30:00.002-05:00

This lookbook for Pesqueira's summer collection looks like it was so fun to create. Getting to say you hung out with a pig, two dogs, a goose, parrot and chicken for work? Sign me up. It's also pretty cool, since in seasons past animals have been incorporated into many of the prints and patterns.

Images: Pesqueira, via Honney Kennedy

Inspired

2012-01-05T09:00:00.000-05:00

Feeling pretty inspired by these new Pinterest finds...

Images: Apartment 34 / My Quest for Signature Style

Wren

2012-01-04T12:30:00.002-05:00

I love the Wren Fall 2011 collection. Wren founder and designer Melissa Coker's clothes feel like something I could see myself wearing during the week, but taken to the next level - especially in the texture department.

Images: Wren

The Artist

2012-01-04T09:00:00.000-05:00

So I really, really want to see the movie, "The Artist". Its a silent film, set in 1927 in Hollywood. The film follows the career of two silent film stars right around the advent of talkies. His career suffers a major blow, while her career takes off.

Looks awesome, right? And if you need to convince a certain someone to go see with you, tell him it has a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes (that usually works for Hunter).

Grungetastic

2012-01-03T12:30:00.001-05:00

Love these grungy looks, compliments of Free People. If only they were office appropriate...

Images: Free People, via Refinery 29

Jaime & Anthony

2012-01-03T09:00:00.001-05:00

Jaime and Anthony's home was featured quite a while ago on The Selby, but I keep coming back to it. I love how cluttered and collected it all looks.. and even that it looks a bit creepy. I can't help but think it would make an amazing haunted house with all that taxidermy.

Images: The Selby

ba&sh

2012-01-02T12:30:00.001-05:00

Loving these simple and beautiful pieces from the ba&sh A/W collection. The French line is the result of a collaboration between two childhood friends, Barbara Boccara and Sharon Krief. Started in July 2003, they began by creating their own "perfect wardrobes" - clothes they would want to wear everyday.

Yeah, I'm pretty sure I could wear these clothes everyday, too.

Images: ba&sh, via Sally Jane Vintage

So this is the New Year...

2012-01-02T09:00:00.000-05:00

So I was hoping my New Years Eve would turn out something like this:

But instead it ended up being more like this:

I ended up sleeping through midnight due to the amazing Theraflu. Luckily, I am feeling A LOT better - though a little bummed I missed out on food and fireworks Saturday night.

Inspired by Mandy's awesome card, posted over at Dash It All, I've decided 2012 will be the year of firsts, fun, frugality, fitness, faithfulness, festivities, friendship and fabulousness! Notice there is no mention of the flu - let's keep it that way, 2012 :).

Images: Because I'm Addicted / Talia Sara

What Are You Doing for New Years?

2011-12-29T22:16:00.007-05:00

I'm guessing some of you may have already heard this duet from the adorable Zooey Deschanel and Joe Gordon-Levitt. It poses an excellent question - what are you doing for New Years? Hunter and I are doing fireworks and food with some friends on New Years Eve, but afterward? This year we are super motivated. And we have the gym passes to prove it ("thank you" - my pants). But, seriously, I'm pumped to take on my New Years resolutions with full force, even if I only end up doing them for a month. At least I'll have a really good month, rightt??? To celebrate this new found spirit, I'd like to reflect on the top posts Amarillo y Crema had to offer this year:

5. Paris in the 1920s: More than one of us was a fan of the fashions sparked by this summer's "Midnight in Paris". I'm seeing tons of dropped-waist dresses in the stores.

4. 4th of July and Two Years and Counting...: I received some sweet comments/tweets while documenting DC's favorite holiday and Hunter and my two year anniversary. Makes me excited for next year's highlights and milestones.

3. Loving Orla Kiely: Lets face it - we are all loving Orla Kiely!

2. The Marriage Telegram: Looks like I'm not the only one in for a "swinging time".

1. Rita Konig Style: Now this post took a long time to put together. But was it worth it? Yes, it was - according to my lovely readers, such as yourself. Who doesn't love a girl who makes her own illustrated fireplace (pssstt... check out this new to me photo).

Here's to another year of great posts! Have a Happy New Year everybody!

Happy Holidays!

2011-12-24T02:44:00.003-05:00

I love this letter to Santa, found here. The consideration for Santa's difficult job is so sweet. Right now we're in California celebrating Christmas with some family and friends. I know I've been such an inconsistent blogger lately, and I apologize! I'll be much better next year. May you all have a happy Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, etc.!

Image: Mom Filter, via A Cup of Jo

This is my winter song to you

2011-12-22T12:30:00.002-05:00

So I guess today is the first day of winter. Currently listening to "Winter Song" by Sara Bareilles and Ingrid Micaelson and loving the A/W 2011 lookbook from Sally Scott. Makes me want to go ice skating. Keep warm!

Images: Sally Scott, via The Clothes Horse

Pretty ladies

2011-12-09T12:30:00.000-05:00

love these looks from The Sartorialist.

Heidi Merrick

2011-12-07T12:30:00.000-05:00

Love these looks from Heidi Merrick's Spring 2012 collection. Her designs have been some of my favorites season after season.

Images: Heidi Merrick, via Black*Eiffel

I'm a sucker for a brown leather couch

2011-12-06T12:30:00.000-05:00

Love all the brown leather and vintage/modern style in model Anouck Lepére's apartment in Antwerp.

Images: Estelle Hanania for Nowness, via Abundance

My Moon My Man

2011-12-05T12:30:00.002-05:00

Kind of obsessed with all things moon and stars lately.

Images: Lissy Elle / JF & Son, via Honey Kennedy / Keep Calm Gallery - £50 / A Cup of Jo

Dream Closet

2011-11-28T09:00:00.000-05:00

I love this amazing walk-in closet over at House of Fifty! Interior designer Saudah Saleem convinced her husband to change their master bedroom to the smaller guest room so she could use the master bedroom as her closet, promising he would finally be able to see the floor in the new bedroom. Mustard yellow settee, chevron rug, plus shoes on display? Yes, please! Also, can you believe the wardrobe/shelving is all from Ikea?

Images: House of Fifty

Happy Thankgiving, y'all!

2011-11-25T20:28:00.003-05:00

Saw this sign at a BBQ place we went to today. Having a much-needed Thanksgiving break in Texas. See y'all on Monday!

Adams Family meets Alice in Wonderland

2011-11-22T12:30:00.000-05:00

I came across this "Adams family meets Alice in Wonderland" victorian home in Sydney, and fell in love with its dark and mysterious atmosphere. The home had been abandoned for 40 years, before Australian designer Debra Conin took on the challenge. She transformed it to her current home and office in only four months. Pretty amazing.

Images: Debra Conin design, via 79 Ideas

Missed Connections

2011-11-21T12:30:00.002-05:00

Do you ever read the Missed Connections section of Craigslist? New York (but Australian born) Artist Sophie Blackall does illustrations of some of the listings. I know she's been popular for some time now, but I saw her on my Etsy favorites the other day and I fell in love all over again. Here are some of my favorites:

Images: Sophie Blackall

DIY Photobooth?

2011-11-21T09:00:00.001-05:00

I just discovered this website, photoboother, that converts your photos into photobooth strips. I'm gonna have a lot of fun with this one...

Image: Hunter and I in one of our finer moments

Hound

2011-11-16T12:30:00.001-05:00

Pretty mesmerized by these looks from Hound's Fall/Winter 2011 collection.

Images: Hound, via Miss Moss

Magic is something you make

2011-11-15T09:00:00.000-05:00

I keep thinking about this today.

Via Pinterest

The American Girl

2011-11-09T12:30:00.000-05:00

I had the hardest time deciding which looks to feature from Karen Walker's Autumn/Winter American Girl collection - highly recommend going to her site to see the collection in all its glory. After staring at all the pretty dresses, pants, shoes, jackets... I have to say its the jumpsuits I want in my closet. What about you?

Images: Karen Walker, via Miss Moss

And The Award Goes To....

2011-11-08T12:30:00.003-05:00

Last week I received an award from my dear blogging friend, Starlet! I've been reading her blog, Can you come home, for some time now and love reading about her adventures in gardening and looking at all the beautiful photos she posts of the things her garden produces. Makes me wish I had a backyard! I also love her posts on fashion and always leave feeling inspired. Here are the rules of the award:

1. Thank the presenter(s) with a linking post

2. Dish 7 things (or more) about yourself

3. Share the award with 10-15 other bloggers

Okay. My Seven Things:

1. I am obsessed with dogs. So is my neighborhood. Therefore, my dog fever is at an all-time high (There's even a dog halloween costume parade at the park down the street!).

2. I believe nothing cures a bad day better than Pride and Prejudice (the five hour version) and Ben & Jerrys.

3. If there is salmon on the menu, I am 90% likely to order it.

4. I am obsessed with Harry Potter. I even started a club called "Harry Potter Nation" with my BFF Andie in high school!

5. When we were dating, Hunter and I saw Kanye West and Rihanna in concert. It was totally out of character for us, but so much fun.

6. I have an alarmingly high WPM - my personal best is 130, though I usually land in the early 100s. I also rarely lose at thumb war. Are these connected? You be the judge.

7. The ocean truly takes my breathe away.

Now that I've shared my seven, I'd love to hear from some of my favorite bloggers. Passing on the award to...:

1. Sam from Scarlett, Called Scout

2. Kelli and Lisa from Bud and Leo

3. Mandy from Dash it All

4. Pilar from Wander.Lust

5. Kimia from Alkeemi

6. C from Buscut

7. Maggie from Sheep are Forever

8. Shin from Fashion Cappuccino

9. Amber from the great ambino

10. Julie from Gnomie in the Capitol City

I expect lots of hilarious/inspiring posts from that group - though please feel no pressure! I know you've all got a lot on your plates.

Image: Herd, Ink on paper, 9"x11", 2011 by Kimia Kline

Happy Clothes

2011-11-07T12:30:00.000-05:00

So maybe its all the recent Projecty Runway I've been watching (I am so happy Anya won!), but what comes to mind when I view this collection is an idea that comes up again and again on the show: fashion is transformative. I mean, how can you not be in the best mood ever from wearing these clothes? The Spring/Summer 2011 collection from Charlotte Taylor all feels very happy.

Images: Charlotte Taylor, via Happenstance

Poppy

2011-11-03T09:00:00.000-04:00

Currently obsessing over these looks from Poppy - new to me shop in NYC. That slitted maxi dress! The Navajo blanket coat! I want it all.

Slouchy Jacket / Crochet Blouse / Navajo Wrap Sweater / Knightley Maxi Skirt / Flash Maxi Dress / Boyfriend Cardigan

Images: Poppy, via i am a greedy girl

Happy Halloween!!!

2011-10-31T22:36:00.004-04:00

For Halloween we dressed up as angry #occupy Wall Street protesters, ate way too much candy/sweets, and carved a pumpkin (well... I watched Hunter carve a pumpkin). Favorite costumes this year included an 80s power couple (complete with baby dressed as a cell phone), lobster baby and all the zombies on my Facebook newsfeed. Hope you all had a good holiday!

Boo, blogger!

2011-10-27T22:22:00.004-04:00

I have a post all ready for you guys... and blogger won't let me load the images! Ah, well. Hopefully I'll be able to post it tomorrow. In the meantime, I'd like to share my obsession with Rachael Yamagata (recently re-ignited by my dear friend, Maggie). I know I should probably post a song from her new album, but its this poetic song stealing my heart:

P.S. DC friends - Rachael is playing in Alexandria! Anyone wanna go with me???!

From the Vault: The Loo

2011-10-19T12:30:00.001-04:00

This post will be the last in the "From the Vault" series! Without further ado, I bring you some pretty bathrooms from the vault:

Hope you enjoyed it!

Via My Pinterest

Do you watch project runway?

2011-10-18T12:30:00.000-04:00

I do. I'm on team Anya all the way! I'm excited to see what she ends up showing, and especially what she ends up doing after the show. Above is last season's winner, Gretchen Jones' fall/winter 2011 collection - I love it, and it's so true to her aesthetic. I love all the jewelry she designed to go with her looks, too. What do you think?

Images: Gretchen Jones, via Creature Comforts

Hunter would be so down with this

2011-10-18T09:00:00.000-04:00

Most grooms (I assume) are not all that excited to take hours of photos for the engagement and wedding. Most grooms (I assume) would be very excited to do something like this - at least mine would have been.

Via Pics-O-Andrea

From the Vault: Fashion

2011-10-17T12:30:00.000-04:00

I know I've been posting home decor photos so far... but this Monday I'm switching up to some fall street style photos I've saved over the years. From the vault:

Images: The Sartorialist, via My Pinterest

Pilar Guzman's Brooklyn Brownstone

2011-10-17T09:00:00.000-04:00

I love Pilar Guzman's Brooklyn Brownstone, recently featured in Martha Stewart Living (where she is the editor in chief). Where can I get myself a tufted leather sofa like the one used in their breakfast nook?

Images: Matthew Hranek for Martha Stewart Living

Working Girl

2011-10-13T10:19:00.002-04:00

Sorry for the silence on the blogosphere of late! I started a new job yesterday and it has been very busy. But in a good way. Expect work inspired fashion/home decor posts soon!

Image: ReForm School

Productivity

2011-10-11T09:00:00.000-04:00

Enough said.

Video by Miranda July, via Rockstar Diaries

Mayla A/W 2011

2011-10-10T20:51:00.005-04:00

Love these sweet dresses from Stockholm based Mayla's Autumn/Winter Collection.

Images: Mayla, via Honney Kennedy

From the Vault: Map Attack!!

2011-10-05T12:30:00.000-04:00

It appears I am obsessed with maps. These guys make up about half of my Etsy cart, and for good reason. This is a trend I can get behind! From the vault:

Image 4: Lonny Magazine, the rest are unknown - all via My Pinterest

From the Vault: Details

2011-10-03T12:30:00.000-04:00

Some details of entryways and living spaces I've admired throughout the years, from the vault:

Via My Pinterest

The Great Gatsby

2011-10-03T09:00:00.000-04:00

As I've been diving into all the NYFW coverage, I have become so struck by the photos taken at From Me To You. Some favorites are the Great Gatsby-esque Ralph Lauren show (pictured above) and the backstage photos taken at Tory Burch.

Images: From Me To You

Yay for the weekend

2011-10-01T12:45:00.002-04:00

You know one of those weeks when the entire time you're just wishing for Friday? That was this week for me. So happy for the weekend.

via absolutely beautiful things

From the Vault: Where We Eat

2011-09-26T12:30:00.000-04:00

Some photos of kitchens and dining rooms from the vault:

Via My Pinterest

Mignonne Handmade

2011-09-26T09:00:00.000-04:00

All I want to wear lately is blush pink and cream. I color code my closet, and these sections are getting a little out of control. Do you ever get stuck on a certain color scheme?

I feel like Mignonne Handmade's beautiful flowers and headpieces are the perfect complement to my growing obsession...

Images: Mignonne Handmade, via Elephantine

A Détacher

2011-09-23T23:22:00.003-04:00

I haven't had time to see everything that went down the runway at NYFW, but I can tell you right now I LOVE what happened over at A Détacher. How great are all those polka dots? The collection is playful, quirky, fun - and I want to wear all of it.

Images: Style

From the Vault: Bedrooms

2011-09-21T12:30:00.000-04:00

Some beautiful and inspiring bedrooms I'd like to share from the vault:

Via My Pinterest

Sessun A/W 2011

2011-09-20T23:40:00.001-04:00

How awesome are the colors in the autumn/winter Sessun collection? This feels exactly like what I wanted to be wearing today. I just naturally gravitate toward warm tones.

Images: Sessun, via ali loves curtis

From the Vault: Living Rooms

2011-09-19T12:30:00.002-04:00

I have been saving inspirational photos on the computer since I was in Jr. High. I went through a lot of them this month - there were old live journal and myspace backgrounds (accounts which no longer exist... I hope), postsecrets that inspired me (some still do) and lots of photos of Jake Gyllenhaal (one was saved as "marry me Jake"... I just really liked October Sky, okay???!). As some of you may have guessed when I clogged up your pinterest "newsfeed" this weekend and last weekend, I went through the fashion/home decor folder and pinned what still inspires me on my pinterest account. It was interesting to see how my style has evolved throughout the years... and what has stayed the same. I'm going to be sharing some of these photos on Mondays and Wednesdays in a series called "From the Vault." These are some of the photos of living rooms I thought you might like to see. Up next? Bedrooms! Hope you like it :).

Images: Apartment Therapy / Unknown / The Selby / Unknown (#4-12) / Emily Henderson / Unknown / Domino / Unknown / Unknown, all via My Pinterest (let me know if you know where some of the unknowns are from!)

The Rules

2011-09-19T09:00:00.001-04:00

I usually live by "the rules are made to be broken, baby" (I feel like the baby adds a nice touch) but in this case... I love the rules! See also the rules of getting over someone, getting upset in public and navigating a party alone.

Image: Good: The Rules, via Wit + Delight

Free Art!!!

2011-09-15T21:35:00.003-04:00

Andrea over at Pics-O-Andrea is offering free art for inspiration. Get your requests in tomorrow and you could get an Andrea original! If you miss the deadline, you can still join in on the fun - she'll be opening an Etsy shop soon due to the success of this project. Go here to submit a request. I'm having a hard time figuring out what to ask for. Any ideas?

Image: Pics-O-Andrea, via Dash It All

Tocca

2011-09-12T12:30:00.001-04:00

Love the greatness that is Tocca's fall collection. The pieces are all just so pretty.... and lets be honest, you can never have too much lace.

Images: Tocca, via Nylon

Viewmaster wedding invitations

2011-09-12T09:00:00.001-04:00

How rad are these viewmaster wedding invitations? Etsy shop Melangerie is charging $3,450 for 100 invitations. I can't help but think these would be really fun for a milestone anniversary or birthday... I know I would be jumping up and down if I got one of these!

Images: Melangerie NYC, via Stephmodo

Major girl crush

2011-09-09T09:00:00.001-04:00

Like most, I have a major girl crush on Jenna Lyons. I could go on and on and on but then I would sound creepy... so I will show restraint by only focusing on one aspect that I especially admire: reinvention. She is constantly reinventing herself, her style, her company, her home... I loved seeing all the changes she's made in her home in this Selby shoot. It makes me feel inspired to practice this in my own vida.

Images: The Selby for UK Vogue, via Sacramento Street

Embroidered Art

2011-09-07T09:00:00.001-04:00

I've been seeing a lot of embroidered art around the Internet lately. My favorite pieces so far come from Buenos Aires based artist Jazmin Berakha. I love the colors and details. To "get the look" you should check out these custom wedding portraits by Michelle Rigg. You can commission your own piece - which I think would be a really great Valentine's Day/anniversary gift (hint, hint):

Images: Jazmin Berakha, via Creature Comforts / Michelle Rigg, via You Are My Fave

Rain, rain

2011-09-06T09:00:00.001-04:00

Labor day was rainy here in DC. Yesterday, I went with some friends to a shopping area called King Street in Alexandria, VA and we spent the afternoon running from awning to awning and stopping in stores only to get dry. I wish I had a more weather appropriate outfit like this lady. Or at least remembered an umbrella. I guess this means summer is officially over. Hope you all had a great "last hurrah."

Image: Raspberry and Red

Penny Sage

2011-09-02T12:30:00.000-04:00

Penny Sage's Golden Blue Collection

Images: Penny Sage, via Where the Lovely Things Are

Clare Vivier

2011-09-01T12:30:00.001-04:00

I've seen this pouch around the blogosphere, but hadn't known much about the designer - Clare Vivier. Apparently, she makes her beautiful bags and clutches out of her Los Angeles home:

I like seeing the "behind the scenes" of all the magic.

Images: Jeana Sohn, via Wren Wishes

Muveil

2011-08-31T12:30:00.000-04:00

Muveil's 2011 Pre Fall Collection.

Muveil's 2011 Autumn-Winter Collection.

Images: Muveil, introduced via I am a greedy girl

Les Composantes

2011-08-30T12:30:00.000-04:00

Some pretty "creations" from the French brand, Les Composantes.

Images: Les Composantes, via Elements of Style

The Golden Age

2011-08-30T09:00:00.000-04:00

I love these photos taken at The Selby of Australian shop The Golden Age. And their products are just as great (especially the 1950's Style Wiggle Dress) as the place where they are made. See more, here.

Images: The Selby

Brass Razoo

2011-08-29T12:30:00.000-04:00

The clothing and jewelry pictured above are from the shop Brass Razoo, which means "a non-existent coin of trivial value." Named for her use of reclaimed materials, this Elise Vaughn has some really cute stuff for her Fall 2011 collection.

Images: Brass Razoo, via Simply Grove

Alexa Chung for Madewell Fall 2011

2011-08-26T12:30:00.004-04:00

Really excited for the road-trip inspired Alexa Chung for Madewell collection. Last year I was too late to snag any pieces... this year I'll be ready. Can't wait for September 22nd!

Images: Madewell, via Sally Jane Vintage

Carley Kay's Home

2011-08-26T09:00:00.000-04:00

I love the light and bright home of photographer Carley Kay, featured on 6th Street Design School. I kinda want to find an exact replica of that TV stand (we're in the market). You can find details of the items in the above photos here and more photos of her home, here.

Images: Carley Kay, via 6th Street Design School

Laura Lombardi

2011-08-25T12:30:00.002-04:00

Laura Lombardi's Autumn/Winter 2011 jewelry collection is so pretty. I love that she paired her pieces with loose sweaters, tank tops and clothes you'd wear around the house or on the weekend. My favorite (which was so hard to choose) is the Mesa Necklace for $115. Check out the items up close, here.

Images: Laura Lombardi, via Wit + Delight

Aura Living

2011-08-25T09:00:00.001-04:00

I love these images featuring products from Aura by Tracie Ellis line in Australia. I'm an especially big fan of this Inka in Smoke print, which makes an appearance in tea towels, table runners and tapas napkins. My list of reasons for needing to go to Australia (which includes doing this) just keeps getting longer...

Images: Aura by Tracie Ellis, via Bright Bazaar

Orla Kiely A/W 2011

2011-08-24T12:30:00.000-04:00

I am all for the sixties mod trend this fall, which is especially embodied in Orla Kiely's Autumn/Winter 2011 collection. Can this line do no wrong? Also love the creepy/awesome video done for the collection:

See the lookbook here.

Images/Video: Orla Kiely (from Dolce Films), via Sally Jane Vintage

Don't you know that you're toxic

2011-08-24T10:32:00.004-04:00

I saw this video at Dash it All and it's rocking my world. I love a good cover, especially if its old-school Britney Spears.

Video: Jayme Dee, via Dash it All

The Men Who Built Magnitogorsk

2011-08-24T09:00:00.000-04:00

Sketches entitled "The Men Who Built Magnitogorsk" by Lizzy Stewart, who is an amazing illustrator living in Edinburgh. You can check out some of her books, cards and prints for sale in her Etsy shop.

Images: Lizzy Stewart, via Anthology

Knotted Skirts

2011-08-23T12:30:00.000-04:00

When I was running around New York last weekend, I noticed a lot of the ladies were tying up their skirts or dresses like this. I think it's a great way to transition maxi skirts into fall. I'll be keeping this in mind next time I have a "I have nothing to wear" moment.

Image: Free People, via the Electric

Collected Magazine

2011-08-23T09:00:00.001-04:00

I am so impressed with Collected magazine. It does not disappoint in home decor, men's fashion, women's fashion or - wait for it - travel and recipes! I don't know how they did it all, but I really loved it and recommend checking it out. Here are some of my favorite spreads:

Images: Collected Magazine

Two years and counting...

2011-08-22T09:00:00.001-04:00

So today is our two-year anniversary. I thought long and hard about putting up attractive, somewhat pleasing, pretty pictures of us (they exist here and here, if you'd like to see), but instead opted for these - photos we took on the always uninhibited photobooth app. I feel like they say more what we're all about than anything posed or planned. During our second year of marriage, I learned what a true friend really is and really means. It's more than getting someone to do Pores strips with you (guess who was the one wanting to do them...) - but I'm sure you all understand what I'm getting at. Hunter really is my best friend and I learn this more and more everyday we are together. He not only allows me to be my weird, goofy, real self - but encourages it. And I like to think I do the same for him. I saw this quote the other day and feel like it applies to us right now:

‎"When we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall into mutually satisfying weirdness - and call it love - true love." — Robert Fulghum

Here's to many more years of friendship - I love you, Hunter!

Mohawk General Store

2011-08-19T12:30:00.000-04:00

Pretty obsessed with this entire outfit from Mohawk General Store. I looked around at the store to see if there was anything else I wanted to share, but I kept picking out the same bag, shoes, top in this photo. Here's the run down:

Basic Tee In Tobacco by Raquel Allegra / Dinner Clutch in Tan Leather by Marie Turnor / Box Pant in Black by Black Crane (My favorite) / Barbaro Boot in Bark by Rachel Comey

Here's hoping Hunter's interview goes really well (and really long) so I can do some shopping :).

Image: Mohawk General Store, via Creature Comforts

Que Pasa, New York?

2011-08-19T09:00:00.001-04:00

I am blogging from Brooklyn today, where we are staying with some of our friends for the weekend. Hunter had an interview in New York and I decided to tag along last minute... so here I am! So excited to explore the (rainy) city this weekend.

Image: Blanca Gómez, $30

Mjölk

2011-08-18T09:00:00.000-04:00

I really love new-to-me shop, Mjölk (introduced to me by my friend, Chad). The shop is the brainchild of John Baker and Juli Daoust, who named it Mjölk (which means milk) to ensure pure, honest and essential products. I can definitely see that this concept translates into the emerging Japanese and Scandinavian designers featured in the shop. If I ever go to Toronto, I'll make sure to stop by.

P.S. They have the cutest blog.

Images: Mjölk

Girls with glasses

2011-08-17T12:30:00.002-04:00

If the internet was my wardrobe I would wear these glasses (only $95 with prescription!) and this outfit today.

Images: Warby Parker, via 13 Bees / Cortesworks, via Honey Kennedy

Crow House

2011-08-17T09:00:00.000-04:00

Sorry for the picture overload, but I'm absolutely in love with these magical photographs of the crow house, shot by Leslie Williamson. I feel like it's a place where fairies or ghosts should live.

P.S. Isn't that toilet the craziest thing you've ever seen?

Images: Leslie Williamson, introduced via 16 House and Floddertje

You Can Take the Girl Out of the Country.....

2011-08-16T12:30:00.001-04:00

A fan of all things Lauren Moffatt, I was excited to find out that the fall collection was inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder, who I am also a fan of. As a kid, I read every single Little House on the Prairie book available - I specifically remember looking up words like "calico" in the dictionary. You should also check out the collection's video:

Pretty clothes, pretty song. Can't go wrong.

Images, video: Lauren Moffatt, via Honey Kennedy

Real life love

2011-08-16T09:00:00.000-04:00

This video by Paperback Weddings is so sweet and sincere, I had to share it. With our two year wedding anniversary coming up, I'm feeling especially tender toward all things having to do with love.

Video: Paperback Weddings, via Plush Palate

Party Abroad

2011-08-15T12:30:00.001-04:00

I think I've worn the female version of this outfit. You know how sometimes you do a stint in Spain and you come to your small university town (of Provo, UT to be exact) and try to wear the pants, the shirt and the bag all together? And your boyfriend (now husband) is like, what are you wearing??? And your like, hey its cool in Spain.

Don't worry, I no longer dress like a homeless youth traveling through Europe. But following It's Barcelona, Baby! just takes me back. And those videos I posted on Friday have put me in the travel spirit.

Image: It's Barcelona, Baby!

Who decides this kind of stuff, anyway???

2011-08-15T09:00:00.000-04:00

These posters titled Animals of High Moral Standards and Animals of Low Moral Standards by R.S. Posnak totally made my day. I mean - who gets to decide this kind of stuff??? The posters are available in online shop Animalia (check out their awesome blog) for a mere $30.

Images: R.S. Posnak, via Creature Comforts

Move, Eat, Learn

2011-08-12T14:30:00.000-04:00

These movies are so inspirational. I feel like I should go do something adventurous right now. It doesn't really matter what, just something! I like this quote about the project, found here:

"3 guys, 44 days, 11 countries, 18 flights, 38 thousand miles, an exploding volcano, 2 cameras and almost a terabyte of footage... all to turn 3 ambitious linear concepts based on movement, learning and food ....into 3 beautiful and hopefully compelling short films."

Videos: Rick Mereki, via Because I'm Addicted

Are you a Don? A Betty?

2011-08-12T12:15:00.007-04:00

I think this new "Mad Men Collection" from Banana Republic made me a little less pissed that Mad Men didn't air this summer. I mean, leopard print trenches? You can't stay mad when leopard print trenches are involved (also seen here).

The advertisements ask if you're a Don or a Betty - but I'd rather be Joan. Do you watch the show (its on Netflix instant streaming now!)? Or have a favorite character?

Images: Banana Republic, via Sally Jane Vintage

California is....

2011-08-11T12:04:00.004-04:00

1. Eating the most amazing food

2. Living with and within walking distance to my favorite people

3. Ocean breezes

4. My mom's cooking

5. The blue skies and blue, blue ocean

6. Doing absolutely nothing but lounging and relaxing

7. Wearing my hair down for the first time in months

8. Being pampered

9. Enjoying driving in the wide, wide lanes

10. Feeling loved

Pictures of select outings (such as the murder mystery dinner we went to in Long Beach where Hunter... aka Horace Bixby... won the whole shebang) may be coming soon...

Regular blogging will commence tomorrow!

Image: Hunter and I engaged and at the beach a couple summers ago (taken by Stephanie Williams)

Lavenham

2011-08-05T12:30:00.000-04:00

I've fallen for Lavenham's heavily quilted collection, discovered here. Known for their horse blankets and equestrian gear, I'm glad they've moved onto produce these beautiful everyday clothes.

Images: Lavenham, via Honey Kennedy

Decorating with canvas

2011-08-04T12:30:00.000-04:00

I like the idea of a well-placed, large-scale canvas. It would be a very inexpensive way to decorate. Feelings, thoughts?

Images: Unknown (tell me if you know!) / Living Etc.

What the J.Crew?!

2011-08-03T12:30:00.000-04:00

I got their catalogue in the mail a couple days ago and have read it three times. Time to blow all my hard-earned money...

Image: J.Crew, via The Style Crusader

Leaving on a Jetplane

2011-08-02T12:30:00.001-04:00

This is me saying peace out, I'm going to California! Posts may be a little slower than usual this week due to my mad vacationing - but no worries, I got a few things lined up :).

P.S. Doesn't jetplane sound so romantic? Other word that should be used more often: motorbike.

Live Every Week Like It's Shark Week

2011-08-01T19:00:00.000-04:00

Well, there you have it. I honestly couldn't have said it better myself: Live every week like it's shark week (thank you, Tracy Jordan). So without further ado, I bring you this shark week inspired post (viewer discretion advised):

Via The Feather (get the look)

$12.90 at MonsterGallery (also see this and this)

Via Ocean Enthusiast

Via Pinterest

$8.00 via Kate Greiner

And I've saved the best for last... via Space Sinkhole