Warning: this post has almost absolutely nothing to do with design. But please notice the elegant gilding on the palace doors. Day 25 A Royally Grand Day Day 25 A Royally Grand Day As many of you know I am a royal enthusiast. On Saturday, October 20, Prince Guillaume, Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg and Belgian Countess Stephanie de Lannoy were married. Prince Guillaume is the eldest son of Henri, Grand Duke and Maria Teresa, Grand Duchess of Luxembourg. As is custom, a civil service ... View the Post
Back To Cool
Last week I went back to school shopping with Sweet Boy. As we embarked on our quest I asked him if there were any specific items that he was looking for. It was time for Back To Cool. Back To Cool His reply: “A white shirt, pants I can roll up and definitely a vest and suspenders.” Luckily, I had just swallowed my big gulp of Pepsi. I tried playing it cool and said “That’s an interesting combination. What is your inspiration?” “Mom, you know how sissy (aka The Fashionista) loves One ... View the Post
Diamond Jubilee The Finale
Three cheers for Her Majesty the Queen on her Diamond Jubilee The Finale. Hip, Hip, Hooray! Diamond Jubilee The Finale On Monday 10,000 lucky ticket holders and 2,000 VIP guests enjoyed a picnic in the gardens of Buckingham Palace. This event was attended by a few of the younger royals. Princess Beatrice wore a bright Erdem print while Princess Eugenie looked lovely in a red frock that suited her hourglass shape. Diamond Jubilee Concert This was followed by a star-studded Diamond ... View the Post
Thrift Store Chic For An Easter Chick
Have you seen the Louis Vuitton Spring 2012 ad campaign? I love every single pastel-colored, candy-coated image. Thrift Store Chic For An Easter Chick. Thrift Store Chic For An Easter Chick When I found a J Crew cotton knit sweater in a similar shade of mint for $4 at the thrift store I didn’t hesitate to take it home. Even though it had horrendous brown buttons on it. That is an oh so easy fix. The brown buttons were swapped out for vintage buttons in a pearl finish. I knew the ... View the Post
Friday Field Trip Trouvé
Welcome to Friday Field Trip Trouvé. I recently went looking for some Annie Sloan chalk paint. A local store called Trouvé carried the line of paints and waxes. So I made the trip. Upon entering the store I found so much more and was ever so happy to have my camera on hand. My heart began to beat wildly when I spotted the French bottle drying rack. Friday Field Trip Trouvé The antique bread-boards were just gorgeous. The second one from the top was my favorite. On a bottom shelf in the ... View the Post
W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season
Do you shop out of season? I do. Shorts in December at 90% off~ YES! A coat when it is 85 degrees out? Yes! Here is W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season. Way back in January I told you that I had tired of my 10-year-old black wool coat and was on the hunt for a new one. Alas, it seemed as if Phoenix was swimming only in a sea of black coats. W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season I adore Tulle coats. Stores such as Anthropologie and Nordstrom seem to agree with me. The coat designs have a retro feel and they ... View the Post
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