They're Back! They're Back!

I can never contain my love for these shoes.  I mentioned them last January (here), but I still continue to stalk them.  I was very disappointed when all online retailers no longer had them available in flat leather...  because patent just scuffs so easily! 

My friends and husband know of my obsession...  They even call me from other locales when they spot them...  thanks Liz!  I mean, who doesn't need the perfect pair of leather slingbacks that I can love and cherish?! 

$795, Christian Louboutin, neimanmarcus.com

Love. Love. Love.

Totally Obsessed - Wedding Dresses

Ok, I fully understand that I am married and do not plan on ever having another wedding.  A renewal of vows, however, will now HAVE to be in the stars.  There are many, many things that I would do differently about my wedding if I were to do it all over again, starting with the dress.

I should have bought the dress I really wanted, but that's neither here nor there, because my dress was great that day.  Enter BHLDN. 

If this Anthropologie creation had been around 4 years ago, I absolutely would not have hestitated to buy my dress from here.  From a collection stand-point, I have never seen one that is more inclusive, creative, well-rounded and averaged priced. 

From this collection, these are my two favorite dresses.  I can't pick between the two, and there are others I love as well.

 $3200, ethereal monarch gown, bhldn.com

 $3600, pleated fantasy gown, bhldn.com

When we got married, I wanted something different for my bridesmaid dresses.  They had sleeves and tied at the neck, which I loved.  They were tea length though, as I never found a long gown that I liked.  This Rivulet dress changes that.  How gorgeous?!  It's probably a little much, depending on the bride's dress.  But, if I had any occasion to wear a formal gown, I would grab this one in a heartbeat.  Also, it does come in white and ivory in a different fabrication, as a wedding gown.

$1600, rivulet dress, bhldn.com

If you're getting married, PLEASE check this site out.  They have stylists available to help, as well as so many fabulous accessories!  It's amazing.

liste de désir

Stripes.  I know many people find the idea intimidating, but they can be so chic and easy!  I am totally a sucker for striped walls in decorating magazines, the nautical look that rolls around each January, and bold stripes in the fall.

This top, although it has bold stripes, makes wearing them very easy because of the flowly chiffon.  I love the idea of it tucked in with a great pair of cuffed shorts (as shown) and some platform wedges. 

$210, Diane von Furstenberg, shopbop.com

While I prefer it tucked in, you could also wear it untucked for a less polished look!  Throw on a pair of ankle-length white pants and some sandals, and you've created an easy daytime look.

Finally! A decorated foyer

We have a long, somewhat narrow foyer leading into our condo.  Until recently, a console table and mirror were the sole inhabitants of this somewhat awkward space.

Many of the decorating publications and blogs that I frequent show walls artfully sprinkled with artwork and photography in frames of differing sizes and shapes, such as these:

 courtesy Elle Decor

courtesy Elle Decor

My love of photography, along with my husband and I's love of travel, inspired my interpretation of a random assortment of wall art to fill a space.  Each of these photos (with the exception of the matted one, a gift from our wonderful friends) were taken while traveling - from Nevis to Italy, California to Paris.

After each trip, we will pick a photo that I have taken, print it in black & white, and continue to add to the collection.  For us, it's a constant reminder of our passion for travel, and the wonderful experiences we have had while doing so.