Feb 20, 2014 | Fashion
1. Ruffled Loose Suit in Black $33.19 / 2. Luxurious Long Sleeve Contrast Dress $51.19 / 3. Orange Shirt with Scenery Pattern $16.99 / 4. Vintage Black Dress with Bead Turtleneck $32.79 / 5. Celebona Plain Signet Ring $19.90 / 6. Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses $15.98 / 7. Gray Long Sleeve Whale Print Sweatshirt $24.79 / 8. Cute Pink Falbala Dress $34.39 / 9. Stripy Snake Print Heeled Shoes $87.19 / 10. Pants in Flowers Print $39.99 / 11. Laser Leather Shopper $31.99 /
It’s kind of that in-between time of year, when it’s still blustery and cold, but signs of Spring are already showing. You still need to bundle up, but are craving some pretty colors and happy florals as comfort. With a lot of end-of-year sales going on, now is the time to snap up some great pieces that will work for the months to come. If I could just buy, buy, buy this whole week I could be totally happy with pink, hologram, jewels, and flowers (see wishlist above).
All these chic items are on sale, so hurry snap them up before the prices return to normal!
xo
Carly
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Feb 19, 2014 | DIY, Fashion
When I first started blogging back in 2008, Cut Out + Keep was the very first tutorial-sharing site that I joined. I loved its scrappy, can-do attitude and the welcoming community there. I ended up posting 61 projects on the site over time, as well as being featured multiple times as a Crafty Superstar, a DIY Fashionista, and contributing to their online zine Snippets.
So when the founder of Cut Out + Keep Cat Morley asked me to try to DIY TIlda Swinton’s unique style, I said of course! Who could resist a how-to about that avant-garde icon? (Plus, she’s my favorite actress hands-down.) Click on through to find out how you can DIY her edgy look at home:
Thank you to the team at Cut Out + Keep for the feature!
xo
Carly
Photo courtesy of Cut Out + Keep.
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Feb 18, 2014 | Life
I just returned from spending 6 days in Honolulu, HI for a family wedding. My husband’s youngest brother was getting married, and Lil Tot was to be the ringbearer on this special occasion. We just happened to leave the day before Portland received a record amount of snowfall (the most snow since 2008!!) and we arrived back the day it melted. C’est la vie, or how they say in Japanese, shouganai. We had to be content with sun, surf, and sand instead. If you follow me on Instagram, you may have been seeing my updates. Here are some of my photos from this trip, which was packed every day from morning to night with family obligations and events: (more…)
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Feb 16, 2014 | Media
My dear friend Lex Casciato, AKA Little Warrior, is an amazing musician and up-and-coming tour de force in the world of music. She is a regular contributor to Chic Steals, curating monthly original playlists for your to stream on Spotify, add some background music to your space, mellow out to, listen to while working on your latest DIY project, and add a little music into your life.
Here’s what she says about this month’s playlist:
Whether single, hitched, or in limbo, we can all appreciate songs that come from the heart and talk about the life pumping organ’s illogical ways. We all know that love is patient, kind, and humble, but we’re human and we live in a world of gray areas. That’s why I love songs that talk about the realistic side of love – that part where our emotions are in flux. We are stoked to be in love, but terrified. We are excited by mystery, but annoyed by the unknown. May we learn to be okay with the margins in our book of life – the areas that aren’t completely filled in and explainable. May these songs resonate with you and give you a warm fuzzy feeling in your heart and nestle into the gaps of the unknown and the constantly changing. More than anything, however, may you know that you are loved.
<3 Little Warrior
Listen and enjoy!
What do you guys think of the playlists? We’d love your feedback in the comments!!
If you missed last month’s playlist, check it out here:
xo
Carly
Described as Portishead and Oh Land meet David Bowie and the Chemical Brothers around a campfire with a drum machine, Little Warrior‘s music advocates peaceful revolution and equality for all. Active on social media, she posts inspirational quotes and upbeat ideas, spreading positivity through images and music.
Find her on: Bandcamp / CD Baby / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / Tumblr
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Feb 14, 2014 | Life
It’s the last minute, and maybe you’re stuck for some ideas what to do for your loved one. Here are some great ideas for a low/no cost time at home together.
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone!
xo
Carly
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