Get inspired.

An inspiration board is essential....do you have one?

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Too cute...I had to share.

Karla from Karla's Closet is just too cute.

I love the outfit! Check out more from Karla here.

Unique centerpiece....

Add a little eccentric flare to your home...get it here.

Choose a new shade....

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A hostess gift with a punch.....

Brilliant idea...
Done and done.

{Available here}

Have a lovely Memorial Day weekend.....

Reflect & remember why we observe Memorial Day.....


Bring out your whites....summer is just around the corner....
Capture wonderful memories....
It's a perfect weekend to sail.....
{Images via trunk archive}

One word.....

Gorgeous!

{Image via Sartorialist}

That's it.

This just in....

Starting June 1st The 2 Bandits are having a summer sale! Everything will be 40% off!!

Woo Hoo!

Shop online here.

Ked loving....

I remember wearing Keds as a kid and I'm really excited to see them back on the street. Adorable, comfortable and a chic casual option to stroll around all day.....



{Image via stylesightings}

Get a pair here.

A little this and that....

Hello~

284 Stairs to the top of Bunker Hill........
Yes, made it to the top....now only 284 stairs back down!

I'm back from a long weekend trip to Boston, involving lots of walking, history, wonderful food and some much needed rest. Now it's back to the grind....work, work and work. But it still feels good to be home!

Some high-lights from last week that I didn't have time to post before scooting out of town.....

I worked on a closet last week that will be featured in Japan's Harper Bazaar(I know I'm patting myself on the back a bit here...) in the coming months! Here's a little preview of the before and after (I took these and I'm not a photographer).

Before:

After:

I'm a winner!

I'm a little late posting this...
Last week I won a lovely eco-friendly bag from Maegan, of ....love Maegan.

I got my bag last week and I've already put it to good use! Get a bag like this, here.

Thank you Maegan!

A little sunshine.....

Lately I've been loving all things yellow....

I'm a huge fan of Lauren Merkin bags and when I saw this adorable Cecilia bag in yellow, it made me smile. Yellow is such a happy color. I'd love to carry around this buttery leather bag. What a great pop of color!

Someone loves me, my first blog award...yippie!

I feel so honored to have received this lovely blog award from Anna, of around the way girl. I simply love her sweet blog. It continues to intrigue and inspire me each time I stop by to read.

Thanks Anna!

Here are the rules:
1. Add the logo to your own blog.
2. Link to that person whom you've received the award.
3. Nominate 7 or more blogs.
4. Leave a message on their blog, letting them know they are One Lovely Blog!

There are so many talented bloggers, but I had to make some decisions......here goes:

A Merry Mishap: A lovely blog featuring beautiful images and inspirational pieces. I always look forward to what I'll be reading next.

Your Ill-fitting Overcoat: Laurie, keeps it real and is an incredibly talented writer. I'm always entertained by her vivid true stories. She has inspired me to keep up my writing....I'm hoping one day I'll write as beautifully as she writes.

In(side) the Loop: Courtney writes a fun fashion filled blog full of fashion finds. I love reading and finding out what new treasures and baubles of inspiration she'll be writing next.

MsArtist's Mixed Media Playground: Well for starters, she's my mom. So this one's for you mom! She's a talented artist who continues to inspire me through her artwork.

hula seventy: A fantastic place for inspiration. Andrea is a brilliant photographer and captures the essence of beauty in her photographs. Oh and she's a great writer too...lovely blog!

east side bride: A wonderful collection of indie wedding(and living) bliss. Inspiration is behind each post. Whether you are getting married (or just living), this blog is full of beautiful creative finds.

peonies.and.polaroids: An adorable blog. A wonderful mixture of beautiful images. Great finds. Photography, fashion and wedding inspiration.

There you have it, those are my picks to pass on this Lovely Blog Award.

Enjoy!

xx

Beautiful.

Kate Towers. These beautiful pieces can be found here.

A special gift for your guy...

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Make it known, he has a cup of his own....

Instant update......

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Imagine these vintage bauble buttons adorned on a summer cardigan (white, yellow, green...just divine). An instant update. So easy, cheap and chic.

Inspiration: Green....

{Image via Etsy}

My favorite color. I love the blending of the different shades in this yarn. It makes me want to knit a scarf. I actually took a knitting class last summer and I have yet to finish my first project....but this yarn is really inspiring me today...

A few things I love......

A casual oxford, perfect for a summer bike ride or strolling around a local flea market.....
{Image via Candy Store Collective}

A bracelet with organic appeal......


{Image via Candy Store Collective}

A colorful breezy romantic dress that makes me smile......
{Image and dress via Makoo loves you}

Electric color.....
{Image via Plaza Too}

Lovely images for a dreamy Friday night....

I have spent my Friday night going through all these dreamy images from photographer Duston Todd. His work is creative, unique and just wonderful! I love each and every unexpected photograph. As I would call Charles over every couple of minutes..."Oh, look at this one!" After doing this for an hour, he finally asked me, "Are you still looking at the same photography?" Well sir, as a matter of fact, I am and honestly you should too!!

Here are a few of my favorites.......

{Images via Duston Todd}

He's looking at you kiddo....now do you understand why these images took over my night? They are lovely and oh so dreamy. Well done.