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In Rememberance
The 9/11 Monument that stands in New Jersey - a gift from the people of Russia. Diverging from my usual topics of fashion and DIY, today I just wanted to post something simple. It's been 10 years since the tragic date of 9/11/01 - and if you are an American like...
Inspired Alert! Find out Where, by Whom, and When…at INTO THE FASHION
Though I sometimes post a big-name brands piece that I feel was "inspired" somewhere else in my Inspired Alert! posts...this is an entire blog filled with that - straight from the runways. I'm utterly inspired in turn...and in awe of how much time is put into all of...
DIY Links of the Week 8.22 – 9.4.11
Another week gone by! Whew. I'm making progress on my office re-organization and cleanup, but it's still taking awhile. Lil Tot is finally back at school, so now I have a long chunk of the day uninterrupted where I can (hopefully) get some more things done. ...
9.5.11 Outfit: DIY Labor Day Marine Dress – Made From an Old Sheet!
Rhinestone hoop earrings: Icing by Claire's Watch: Citizen Eco-drive Ribbon-edged rope-tie sundress: handmade by me Wedge espadrilles: Old Navy I found an old sheet at Goodwill awhile back that was in great condition - and the perfect lightweight, tightly-woven...
DIY It – Or DYE It – White for Labor Day
I don't really get the whole "No white after Labor Day" saying...the practice (if there ever was one) was probably way before my time and amongst a social set I was not exactly a part of. In any case, white and Labor Day are somehow inextricably combined in my mind,...
Nordstrom Rack 75% Off Sale: Like a Treasure Hunt for Deals!
As all of you know, I love affordable shopping, and End-of-Summer sales are some of the best places to scoop up some great Fashion Finds on a budget. Enter Nordstrom Rack, a retailer that offers discounted designer brands year-round, and whose Clear the Racks Sale is...
DIY Math: Late Summer/Early Fall 2011 Trends
Nude shoe + Leather paint = Colorblock Pump (photo: ASOS PATCHI Cylindrical Heel Platform High Shoe) 90's-style clunky boots + Belts (glued on with Loctite Vinyl, Fabric and Plastic Glue = Motorcycle Boots (photo: Balenciaga Cut-Out Flat Boots) White blouse (back cut...
8.31.11 Outfit: Businesslike/Casual
Pink contrast-lining blazer: Zara (similar here) White slubby translucent tee: eyeshadow (bought at Fred Meyer!!) Faux tooth necklace: Forever 21 (similar here) Beaded bracelets: handmade by me Watch: Citizen Eco-Drive Spiked Band Ring : Forever 21 Capri sweatpants:...
Objects of Desire: Fall 2011
1. OPI Here Today, Aragon Tomorrow Nail Lacquer / 2. Ya Los Angeles Just Enough Sparkle Top / 3. Fred Flare Message in a Bottle Necklace / 4. Victoria's Secret Wool Trenchcoat / 5. Hue Super Opaque Tights in Mustard / 6. B-Bonj Color-block Knit Cardigan / 7. Promise...
Inspired Alert! Penny Loves Kenny
Remember those embellished Miu Miu flats from last Fall? This morning, I checked the sales at Ideeli.com and was surprised to see an eerily similar Penny Loves Kenny ballet flat in their "Flawless Flats" sale. I shared a DIY of those gorgeous Miu Miu...
Not Much Confidence in Your DIY Skills? Try a Class – Online!
The lovely girls of A Beautiful Mess, who run the vintage boutique Red Velvet, are offering a DIY Dress Up e-Course where you can learn sewing techniques to help you make a variety of projects. From a headband to a stylish bag to even drafting your own patterns for a...
DIY Links of the Week 8.15 – 8.21.11
It's that time again! I've been preoccupied with family visiting and my mother's birthday, and so am still a couple days behind my blog "editorial schedule" LOL. (I can't believe I'm at the point where I even have one??!!) I can't wait to finish cleaning out my...
Daytrip: Astoria, OR Photo Diary
My mother is currently visiting us so today we decided to take her out to see the Oregon coast since she's never been before. About a 2-hour drive away is Astoria, OR: a quaint old coastal fishing town that is bustling with tourists and locals alike on a Sunday. We...
8.18.11 Outfit: DIY Sheer Galaxies
Hair: Hairdo Wrap-Around Pony Pointy sunglasses: thrifted Sheer back galaxy tank: handmade by me DIY cage cuff: tutorial here Watch: Citizen Eco-drive Black Jeggings: UNIQLO Lace-up Oxfords: thrifted Finally I got around to photographing the tank I made with my...
DIY Links of the Week 8.1 – 8.14.11
Welcome to another DIY Links of the Week! I've decided to condense 2 weeks into one again - mostly from lack of time and being away part of last weekend camping. There's been a lot out there on the Internet, and all of you have been so kind in sending me links to...