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April 30, 2011

A Few Favorite Hats and Fascinators

I don’t know about you but I was swooning over the amazing hats and fascinators worn by the ladies at yesterday’s Royal Wedding.  I’ve always loved hats and if I had boat loads of discretionary money you can bet I would be spending it on building a wardrobe of hats.  Here are some of my favorites from some of the most famous British Milliners.

Jane Taylor Millinery:

The one above kind of reminds me of Carrie Bradshaw’s wedding headpiece from the Sex and the City movie…

My favorites from the British Favorite Philip Treacy:

Faint.  My favorite.  (Above)

And some from Catherine’s favorite Milliner, Vivian Sherrif:

My favorite look of the day was Miriam Gonzalez, wife of Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.  Love her fascinator.  Faint.

This just cements it in my mind… I was born in the wrong country and century.  Sigh.

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April 2, 2011

Black, White & Pink Wedding Inspiration

Here is an inspiration board I made for an upcoming bride:

 

Ok I guess there’s not a ton of pink in it, but you get the picture :)

Sources:

Linens: BBJ

Bride’s Dress & Veil: BHLDN

Chiavari Chairs: Brooke Rental

Favors: Guest Boxes

Table Settings & Cakes: The Knot

Bridesmaid Dress: Chloe & Reese

Headband: J.Crew

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

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March 6, 2011

Skechers Shape Ups Update

I mentioned here how I was in the market for Shape Ups.  I finally picked up a pair at my local Skechers shop (and I’m glad I went in the store as opposed to buying them online… I found a cheaper pair than the ones I was eyeing online and they were 20% off).

Here is what I ended up buying:

Verdict:  I love them.  I can totally tell they are toning my legs.  And no, they don’t hurt (muscle wise), comfort wise they are one of the comfiest pairs of sneakers I’ve ever worn.  Not that I’m a big sneaker wearer, I firmly believe sneakers are only for working out and never to be worn out and about.  As Avery says in 30 Rock “Flats are for quitters.”  I love me some high heals, yo.

The only downside: I’ve gained some major (muscle) weight.  I’ve become a running monster since I bought them a few weeks ago and I’ve watched my weight slowly creep up while my body shrinks.  I know they scale will catch up with my body eventually, but it’s still a little scary.

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March 4, 2011

SCORE

Scored a new pair of JEGGINGS at DSW.  Holla.  These puppies are Jessica Simpson brand… I’ve never bought any of her clothes but I’ve heard great things.

Once I no longer look like a two ton heffer in them (thanks to my new Shape Ups) I will post a picture of me in them.  I’m desperatly trying to shed the 10 pounds I’ve gained this winter in time for a cruise I’m going on in June.

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February 28, 2011

When You Find Something You Like

…Buy it in every color.  I was at DSW only to return a pair of shoes when these puppies caught my eye.  Because I am compulsive, I naturally bought two pairs.  Here’s the link to Madden Girl Klenn Canvas Wedge Sandal on DSW.

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February 16, 2011

Photo Shoot Mood Board

I mentioned here that I need a new head shot…  I want to wait till the weather is a bit warmer and it’s sunnier out and I’ve gotten rid of the winter flub I’ve accrued lately.  I’ve been thinking about what I want to wear, I knew from the get go I wanted to wear my skinny jeans or jeggings with some brown knee high boots.  I’ve had an image in my mind of the blouse I wanted to wear, and when I walked past Old Navy yesterday, there it was, the exact shirt I had been picturing in my mind.  I’m in love.  I thought I was going to have to spend $4,598 to find the shirt I wanted… and that is why I love Old Navy.

So here is my inspiration for my new head shot photo… I like the J.Crew necklace but it is out of my budget at the moment.

 

J.Crew Knotted Mesh Necklace

Banana Republic Hina Slouch Knee Boot

Hue Solid Skinny Jeanz Leggings

Old Navy Floral Chiffon Top

The Pioneer Woman’s Hairstyle

 

On a side note, I got Adobe Illustrator CS5 for Christmas which enables me to make these mood boards.  I wanted to get the whole Creative Suite, but that was just a bit too much money for me, and besides all I really want is Illustrator and Photoshop.  And all I really want in Photoshop is their background eraser tool, which would let me get rid of the white around some of the images above.  So my question for anyone who knows is, can you background erase in Illustrator?  I’m really hoping I don’t have to pay $500 for Photoshop since that’s really the only tool I want.

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February 9, 2011

It’s HERE! Anthropologie BRIDAL LINE!

The wedding/ fashion world is all abuzz lately… Anthropologie announced a while back that they would be launching a bridal line, BHLDN.  Wellllll ladies (and men), Glamour got a hold of a few pictures of the soon to be released line, so I though I’d pass them on!

 

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PS… what’s with some of them having a finger in their mouths?  Random,

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February 9, 2011

Wedding Day Footwear

…not for the bride.  It is not uncommon for a wedding planner to be on her feet for 12+ hours on wedding day which means it’s absolutely necessary to wear comfy shoes.  Here are my top picks:

Sketchers Jubilee Oh Snap

Majorly cute, a majorly comfy, or so I’ve heard from my colleague.  They are on the to-buy list for sure.

Dr. Sholl’s Magic Wedge Pump

I actually just ordered these today… they just went on sale for $19.95… major steal.  A different colleague swears by these.

And lastly…

Crocs Alice Work Shoes

These came highly recommended by a vendor.  Very cute, and you can’t go wrong with crocs.

One last thought… So even though these are all high on comfort, you still can’t wear one pair of shoes when you are on your feet all day.  On wedding day I always bring at least 2 pairs of shoes, most times 3 with me.

Enjoy!

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January 31, 2011

Jeggings!

Proud wearer of JEGGINGS since December 2010.  So comfy I may never take them off!  Don’t mind the hot rollers.

I got mine at Macy’s… they are the rage right now so the selection at my local start was picked over so I would suggest ordering them online.  The brand is Hue, they are called Skinny Jeanz.  I did have to buy a size Large which they don’t appear to have online.  I bought them in black (what I am wearing in the picture).

That’s a pic of me in them from behind…not.

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November 11, 2010

Vineyard Vines

I love me a man in Vineyard Vines.  When I get married, my husband and groomesmen will be wearing their ties.  I know some people think VV is the height of pretentiousness, but I love it, forever and ever.  That is all.

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