So Necessary

Neiman Marcus just unveiled their Christmas Book. This year’s ultimate fantasy gift? 

The Tory Burch customized trike. 

Friday Flowers

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Can I get an AMEN

For the most perfect wedding shoe ever. I hate to say this but.... I DIE.

And the most bad ass clutch of all times by the late 

Alexander McQueen. 

One of the many treasures he left behind. 

These two beauties took me to church and back

Birthday Wish List: Fab Wine and Cheese Party

What's a birthday without a fab party? I love to throw a party, but believe it not, I get a little stressed when the party is for me. A wine and cheese party is the perfect solution to the anxiety ridden birthday girl/boy. When a party has a purpose, i.e. sampling wine and cheese, the focus isn't on the birthday girl, but on the wine. Perfection!


Letterpress invitations, vineyard inspired decor, and a simple rustic setting

Keep it simple with a few cheeses, breadsticks, pears, nuts, olives, and hummus

Individual cheese boards with hand-drawn labels are a thoughtful touch for guests

Cheese labels written in calligraphy add a special touch that isn't so expensive

A dessert table with sweet cheese is perfect for a wine and cheese party

Homemade vanilla and sea salt ice cream with french press coffee for late night

Olive oil favors in pretty glass jars for your party guests to take home

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Birthday Month!

As I have said in the past, birthdays are a big deal around here. My birthday last year was a little less than stellar and I've been having a pity party about it ever since. This year, I have vowed to not think about it. I have been giving gifts to myself for the past several months in decorating my house and will be off to Paris in less than a month! 

What could be better than that? 

Keeping in the spirit of all things birthday, after all, this is only a once in a lifetime get out of jail free card for the husband, I'm making a "wish list" of birthday things but don't expect a thing. I really mean it!

First things first... CAKE!

Is this not the most absolute adorable cake you have ever seen? I love it with my whole heart and don't think I could ever cut it. 

Gorgeous flowers and a few treasures hidden into drool worthy bags

Lots, lots more to come. In the meantime, I'm off to torture myself with a little Bikram Yoga

Quail Bridal

Chic bridal gowns and bridesmaids dresses from new design Quail Bridal. Love these!!!

Gorgeous ceremony dress and then....

Bam... it transforms into a flirty little cocktail number for dancing

 Another chic option for ceremony, cocktails, and dinner

 And then strip that gorgeous skirt off for a sassy little number for dancing and dessert

 Quail almost makes these beautiful boleros and headpieces

Don't leave your bridesmaids out on the goodness... Quail can dress them as well!

Inspiration is everywhere this time of year and I have had the worst problem of sleeping at night. A warm bath, a cup of tea, a long book read; nothing can put me to sleep. With a very exciting wedding weekend ahead with one of my favorite couples and gobs of fall inspiration, my sleepless nights have actually been lots of fun!

Gorgeous table decor via Style Me Pretty

The combination of white marble countertops and croissants and champagne make this picture perfection

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I love everything about this look thanks to J.Crew's new Collection 

And other things that have been keeping me up... Bluefly's Closet Confessions

 my favorite... Johnny Weir