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two teals are better than one. i realized this am that i’ve never worn these together.

teal 1

teal 2
teal 1 – a score at the randolph st. vintage market + teal 2 – marc by marc jacobs charm bracelet
united in teal harmony:

never been one for restraint


a lil’ teal + a lil’ burberry blue buckle
if you care: stack – 1. vintage (Randolph St. Vintage Market) 2. Elyse Marie Vieni; 3. marc by marc jacobs charm bracelet; shoes – burberry
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May 30, 2012
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Back in Chicago.
If I have to go back to work, I’m bringing a tan and some color with me.

color me fuchsia

color from the back

color from the side

oh, hey there color
if you care: top – asos; maxi skirt – anthro (last season); necklace – j.crew outlet; bracelet – giles & brothers railroad cuff
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May 30, 2012
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stirrers & flowers
I’ve made these stirrers before, very easy.
- find a photo
- copy and paste it 4 times across; 5 sets down
- using avery shipping labels (4 X 2), make sure your images and the labels pair up. i just hold the photos in front of the labels (up to the light )
- load labels and print
- take stirrers, peel stickers, and place the stirrer in the center
- fold over, crease, stick - enjoy!
The flowers were what they were, I just grabbed roses and another bouquet with more filler flowers from Ralph’s .

stuck the stirrers everywhere
Table:
- bought handkerchiefs from a fabric store, wrapped them up with raffia string, and stuck a stirrer in them
- cheap ball jars with candles
- the green lanterns are from Target; about $3 each
- the initials were from a fabric store too; about $3 each
- the moss square was a new find in the floral section of craft store – $8

initials on the green

enjoying the party

party scene and the pool
This was the birthday party I was planning for last week. The birthday boy’s girlfriend had a chef come to the house = amazing.
I think the casual and cost-conscious decor paired well with the Palm Springs Desert.
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May 27, 2012
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Left LA & headed to Palm Springs, CA with pals

Dressed for Dinner @ The Parker

2 boys named Ben

if you care: dress – ASOS; shoes – Zara; sparkle stacks – vintage, J.Crew, Elyse Marie Vieni, vintage; belt – Club Monaco; clutch – Nine West (i know, you thought it was Missoni)
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May 26, 2012
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Had a ‘work’ meeting in LA; I think it says ‘fun’, but ‘serious’ because I have on pants with a hem, but not ‘so serious’ because they’re cropped.
if you care: pants-JCrew, shirt – H&M, heels – Zara, necklace – JCrew, new chain bracelet – American Apparel, nail cuff- Giles & Brothers.
The last picture is in the TV…right?
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May 23, 2012
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less inspiration, more copy
West Elm Inspired:
- The wood slates are a store display. They would be so easy to make; just use scrapes…
- The terrariums are on sale, but I think I can make one cheaper – will copy
The bird cage lamp. They are so expensive!

Restoration Hardware
Of course, I think I can make one. I’ll buy a vintage bird cage stand and then have the chandelier installed in the center (like the 3rd pic above). Sounds easy enough….
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May 23, 2012
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How great are these pieces? I went furniture cruising with my mom. Love the natural neutrals, and the horse hair brush thing. Must buy one for the coffee table.
May 22, 2012
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I have a friend’s big number b-day coming up. He’s a gem – to celebrate he rented a house in Palm Springs….I know, right?
I have no idea what the space or set-up will be like. But, I’m imagining…

sectioned by paper placemats and

accented with masculine flowers and

diy tassel garland!
Colors: We’ll, have to see what I can find floral wise in Palm Springs, but I’m thinking cream and neutrals.
More to come, all sources linked. Enjoy!
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May 21, 2012
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