Little Rock Street Style

Black {& White} Friday

2011-06-24T14:18:00.001-05:00

Yummy black and white lounge.

Happy Friday!!

YSL Arty

2011-06-23T09:50:00.002-05:00

Probably the most photographed ring of all times.

I WANT ONE.... OR THREE.

Just so happens my birthday is in August : )

Nailspiration

2011-06-22T10:06:00.002-05:00

Neon Yellow/Greenish

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Black & White

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I'll be posting a favorite black & white stripe picture every week.
Just striping a door is a great idea if a whole wall scares you.
The rug is pretty sweet too!

Spartan Shop

2011-06-14T10:07:00.002-05:00

Check out this website!

Super cool jewelry and house stuff.

I really want the turquoise earrings.

And an i-pad so I can get that case!

Olsen Favorites

2011-06-13T11:59:00.001-05:00

I love these girls : )

Grrrrrrrr

2011-06-10T10:56:00.002-05:00

Blogger won't let me comment on anyones blog. Making me so angry.

Pink Walls

2011-06-10T08:38:00.003-05:00

The pink and red combo is unexpected but quite lovely.

Cuckoo clocks are adorable.

Such a sweet pale pink. We use to have a wicker chair growing up. Mom made us take pictures in it all the time. I thought that thing was so ugly. I can't believe I'm saying this but that chair is awesome in this room!

More pink and red. Gold accents look so good with pink.

More gold accents with the pink. And that artwork!!

Yummy bubblegum pink!

I love everything about this room. The chairs. The rug. The fisheye mirror. The walls obviously. Oh and that Sputnik chandelier!!

Details

2011-06-09T13:15:00.001-05:00

I am T-totally obsessed with Pinterest.com

If you havent visited the website... DONT.

Your productivity level will suffer.

Giant

2011-06-08T15:21:00.002-05:00

These remind me of when I was little and I would try to grow my bangs out. I would awkwardly pin them back with these in all colors. I sure thought it looked good.

The giant size is pretty awesome.

Found here

Bright loveliness

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pic from here

Painting Furniture

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Reasons why you should always consider it...

GO BIG!!

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Friends

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pictures from here

Baby Shower

2011-05-12T14:33:00.000-05:00

My best friend is having her first baby... a little boy :)

I am throwing a shower for her. So I felt the need to make an inspiration board...

New Hair

2011-05-12T11:09:00.000-05:00

Wellllll, I got the ombre highlights. Very happy with it!

Thanks Becca!!

Met Gala: Honorable Mention

2011-05-03T11:32:00.002-05:00

Rihanna: That braid rocks my face off.

Isabella Lucas: Coral and pleats. Pretty awesome. Coulda done without the head piece though.

Leighton: Just realized I already had her in best dressed. Must've really liked it.

Anna Dello Russo: Because she has an egg on her head.

Ashley Olsen: So appropriate that shes bringing back the Princess Diana Sleeves.

Christina Ricci: Wednesday Adams is Back Bitches!!

Met Gala! Best Dressed Cont...

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Kristen Stewart: She really looks great in a pattern. The back was pretty incredible too.

Eva Mendes: Pleats! The gold belt really makes it.

Brooklyn Decker: That color is amazing.

Leighton Meester: Dress and Shoes are pretty fierce.

Met Gala!

2011-05-03T11:18:00.003-05:00

Best Dressed: Part 1

Jennifer Goodwin: Love the green. Her makeup and jewlery are pretty rockin.

MK Olsen: Okay its cracktastic but I effin love her.

Diane Kruger: Bitch brought it!

Michelle Monaghan: Simple but I love the color! And her hair!

Inspire

2011-05-02T10:41:00.002-05:00

A little Monday morning inspiration for ya...

It's still raining here. I can't take it anymore!!!!

Succulents

2011-04-29T14:40:00.001-05:00

I just love them. And they are pretty hard to kill : )

Granny Chic

2011-04-25T16:56:00.002-05:00

I hate that they wear fur... but, they just always look so good don't they?

Decorating with Portraits

2011-04-21T11:30:00.003-05:00

I have been searching Flea Markets and yard sales for vintage portraits.

They are kinda creepy but in a good way.

Ombre

2011-04-15T14:26:00.002-05:00

Have an appointment next Friday!!

Hope it doesn't look ridiculous!

Black

2011-04-15T11:15:00.002-05:00

Black Matte French Manicure.

Bad Ass.

pic from www.piccsy.com

Red Heads

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Stripes

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pics from:

here & here

Dream Kitchen

2011-04-01T12:02:00.003-05:00

Upper cabinets are soooo out.

Love the charcoal gray and all the stainless steel.

I'm normally a big fan of everything being put up in the kitchen, but this proves that displaying spices and canisters can be pretty and practical.

TGIF!!!!!!!!

What I wore...

2011-03-31T15:31:00.003-05:00

to work today.

Then went to see a client after lunch and knocked hot candle wax all over my dress.

So, I guess this is the last time I will wear it. Its has a good long run as one of my trusty work dresses.

**ALSO, ANY READERS PLEASE EMAIL ME PICS OF YOU COLOR BLOCKING AND I WILL POST THEM ON LRSS!!

Color Blocking

2011-03-31T10:38:00.005-05:00

I do love bright colors. Especially for Spring.

Here are a few unexpected super cool color combos to try!

All clothes from Forever 21, ASOS, Lulus, and American Apparel.

Prada

2011-03-30T11:35:00.003-05:00

That bag and those wedges!!

Swooooooooooooon!!!

Funky socks

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I say its a do...

Decorative Dogs!

2011-03-29T08:25:00.002-05:00

How cute is this wallpaper!! Love the mirror too!

Thrifting

2011-03-25T14:31:00.004-05:00

Found a few goodies at Savers on my lunch break this week.

I usually go and dig through the home stuff. I have an obsession with spray painting things.

But, today I decided to venture into the accessories....

And lucky me, I found some treasures!

This belt reminded me of my grandmother. She was so fancy. Pretty sure hers was just like this!

And this lovely little bag. Its so ladylike and structured. Such a steal at $3.99!

Oh and check this out!

http://tabletonic.blogspot.com/2011/03/8-bookmark-worthy-sites-i-only.html

I was featured on Table Tonics bookmark-worthy sites for the week!!

Thanks Louise!!

Kate

2011-03-25T11:33:00.003-05:00

I'm over winter/fall clothes right now, but this pic is too good to pass up.

I'm going to try to re-create this this weekend while its still a little chilly!

HAPPY FRIDAY!!

Oh and check out my new profile pic. I'm wearing NARS heat wave.

Fancy Nancy.

pic from stockholmstreetstyle.com

More stripes

2011-03-24T12:09:00.002-05:00

Ahhhhhhhh-mazing!!!

My obsession with Black and White stripes continues...

Neon

2011-03-23T15:02:00.002-05:00

A simple outfit can be be taken to a whole new level with a touch of neon.

This color makes me happy : )

Happy Spring to Me!

2011-03-22T09:12:00.004-05:00

I treated myself to a few items last week from http://www.asos.com/

I had been admiring the boyfriend watch below and have been looking for the perfect

Mulberry-ish bag.

Very pleased with both of my new purchases!

Bracelets are old... all from Forever 21.

Open Shoulders

2011-03-21T08:48:00.002-05:00

Loving this trend. Perfect way to show a little skin for Spring.

Urban Outfitters, Planet Blue, Forever 21, ASOS

100% for Japan

2011-03-18T16:11:00.002-05:00

Every dollar spent on Forever21.com today goes to benefit Japan.

That's some guilt free shopping!

I will take these items please.

Atlantic Pacific

2011-03-18T09:17:00.002-05:00

Favorite new blog.

This girl is good.

Love the high bun.

Love the B&W stripes.

Love the piles of bracelets.

And the nerd glasses : )

http://atlantic-pacific.blogspot.com/

Black and Gold

2011-03-15T15:36:00.002-05:00

I love the simplicity of this room. Black and gold are just so elegant together.

Must Try...

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Mixing Polka dots and stripes!

pic from thesartorialist.com

Blazin

2011-03-08T16:44:00.004-06:00

White Blazer BFF's.

And those Shades!

pic from www.garancedore.fr/en/

Oh Nicole

2011-03-08T09:23:00.002-06:00

Dress, Hair, Makeup. All so perfect.

Striped Pants

2011-03-07T16:13:00.002-06:00

These. Pants. Are. Ridiculous.

I really need a pair.

Surely that is faux fur.

pic from www.alltheprettybirds.blogspot.com

Mardi Gras Ball

2011-02-21T14:41:00.002-06:00

So the dress from renttherunway.com worked out perfectly!!

I highly recommend if you have a formal event!!

Me and my sister :-)

Winged

2011-02-15T11:28:00.002-06:00

I love winged eyeliner!! I get the same effect with bobbi brown gel eyeliner. Except for WAY more toned down. I would love to try this though for a dressy event!

Not so much on the greasy hair though...

picture from easyfashion.com

White and Red

2011-02-11T11:02:00.002-06:00

In my opinion there can never be too much glossy white in a room. The tulip chairs are one of my favorites and all the tiny trinkets on the table all painted white. Love love love!!

Happy Friday!!!

Marc!

2011-02-08T08:48:00.002-06:00

Marc by Marc Jacobs Silly Bands!!

So cute! Only $15. I want.

www.shopbop.com

Rent the Runway

2011-02-07T10:32:00.003-06:00

I will be attending a Mardi Gras ball later this month in Louisiana. So, I needed a formal gown. After searching Dillards and a few other places and finding NOTHING (since I really wasn't wanting to spend $300 or $400 for a one time wear).

My sister told me about renttherunway.com. You pick from gorgeous designer dresses, they ship you two sizes, and you ship back to them in a prepaid enevelope!

I rented this Nicole Miller dress below for $100 for 4 days.

I sure hope one of the two sizes I ordered fits!! My only fear is that it will be too long...

BTW, I am not getting paid by renttherunway.com to do an endorsement. But, if they offered I would accept : )

Happy Friday!!!

2011-01-28T15:27:00.002-06:00

I love the mix of the frilly, girly skirt and the thigh high leather boots.

Oh and the studded bag isn't bad either.

Room Love

2011-01-21T14:55:00.002-06:00

I love how the Eames ottomans are being used together at the foot of the bed. What a cool idea!

2011-01-20T10:51:00.004-06:00

Sarah at Saved by Fashion gave me my first blogger award. Pretty cool!

So, here's what happens.

Rules:

1.) Link to the blogger(s) that gave you the award

2.) Share 7 facts about yourself.

3.) Pass the award on to other bloggers.

7 facts about me:

1.) Instead of laughing, mine is more of a cackle(sp?). I get made fun of lots for my laugh.

2.) I do NOT like condiments. Ketchup, Mustard, and Mayo are OUT! Don't even get them near me.

3.) I have pretty bad TMJ. My jaw pops like crazy when I eat. Its so annoying.

4.) I love me some sleep. I get excited about sleeping in and taking naps.

5.) I can eat Mexican food every meal, every day of my life. Love love love chips and salsa.

6.) I have 3 sisters and the oldest sister has 3 girls. My poor dad never had a chance.

7.) I have a puggle named Winston. He is the love of my life :)

Here's a picture of the little nugget.

Now to pass on the love...

Ms. Givens at Trend Wisely

Cause she's the only one that every comments... AND I love her blog!

ITS SNOWING!!!!!

Julia Sarr-Jamois

2011-01-19T16:44:00.002-06:00

This girl rocks my face off!!

The hair. Ripped Jeans. Turquoise buckle heels. Gray sweater tights. Silver lace-ups. PINK!!

She nails it every time!

Golden Globes Best Dressed

2011-01-17T13:33:00.002-06:00

Jayma Mays: Don't know who she is but, she looks amazing!

Emma Stone: Love the blond hair and the simplicity of the dress. So chic!

Mila Kunis: GIRL CRUSH!! Love her. The green is looks gorgeous on her.

Golden Globes Worst Dressed

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Julianna Margulies: Bleh! So boring. Just sucks all around.

Katie Segal: The dress looks so cheap! Orange Satin and a jacked up center seam.

Natalie Portman: I was so excited to see what she would wear... and she shows up in this shit?!

More Stripes

2011-01-14T13:39:00.002-06:00

Is this not the sweetest bathroom you've ever seen??

How the hell did they keep the stripes so straight over all the molding?

This could have very easily been a disaster.

First I will buy a home, then I will have a guest bathroom like this : )

Yes or No?

2011-01-14T08:59:00.002-06:00

Love the bag and the shades... still trying to decide how I feel about the body chain...

Suzani

2011-01-07T13:46:00.003-06:00

...Is an embroidered textile made in Central Asia. So hot in interiors right now! One of those bedspreads would be perfect in my rooooooooom!!

Two-Tone

2011-01-06T12:34:00.003-06:00

I want Drew's hair color and cut! Taking this pic to the salon immediately! If she tells me its a bad idea I may cry...

Military

2010-12-28T09:00:00.002-06:00

I really need a coat like this...

Winter Inspiration

2010-12-21T12:35:00.002-06:00

Chunky Knits, Wide Leg Jeans, Leather Shearling Jackets, Opaque Tights. Yes Please!

Olsen hair

2010-12-20T09:25:00.002-06:00

I am still trying to master the messy undone waves...

Black & White Rugs

2010-12-17T15:01:00.002-06:00

I don't even do residential design, commercial only, but I still love to look at pictures for inspiration. I am in love with the black and white anything! These rugs especially. Sometimes its hard to find that perfect patterned rug that pulls the whole room together. Well, let's not make it too complicated...

Skinny Rings

2010-12-17T09:33:00.004-06:00

What a nice change from the chunky cocktails rings. These dainty little rings are what I'm dying for right now!!

Picture from Garance.

From the top: Jennifer Meyer, Asos.com, shopbop.com, Max & Chloe, & BCBGeneration.

Christmas List

2010-12-16T08:47:00.002-06:00

My Christmas list this year is pretty practical. Sometimes its nice to get things you don't like to buy for yourself.

1. New luggage: Mine is beat to hell from years of airport abuse.

2. A very warm coat: Northface makes the best down jackets.

3. I always enjoy adding a great Design book to my collection.

3. Coldgear: Under Armor leggings. I am such a baby when it comes to being cold. I would wear these under everything!

4. Sheets: Dwell Studio has some great patterns. And yes I hate buying sheets for myself.

5. iphone 4: My 3Gs works fine. I just really like the pictures the 4 takes so much better...

There it is. Pretty boring I know.

Classic

2010-12-15T16:07:00.002-06:00

There's just something so perfect about white walls and dark floors. I don't see the need for beige or tan walls. Random I know. Just a thought.

Jenna Lyons

2010-12-14T16:21:00.003-06:00

I'm kinda obsessed with her.
Who knew Camo, sequins, and fur could work so well together!

So, after a little research I think I might have found her lipstick or something similar.
Harpersbazaar.com says the lipstick used in J Crews '10 Spring campaign was Nars Heat Wave, a fiery orangish red, Boom! Must. Go. Buy.

Oliva Palermo

2010-11-09T11:38:00.002-06:00

She always gets it right!

Ring

2010-10-28T11:02:00.002-05:00

I need this. Trina Turk on Maxandchloe.com

Eyes

2010-10-28T10:50:00.003-05:00

These are a few celebrity shots that inspire me to try new things with eye make-up. I need to venture out of my usual Bobby Brown gel eyeliner...

Leather Shorts and Tights

2010-10-26T10:41:00.003-05:00

Great fall staples. And the plaid cape is not so bad either.

Mood Polish

2010-10-18T12:00:00.003-05:00

I am such a sucker for a gimmick! But, this sounds really cool! They actually change colors with the temperature of your body. And they have fun names like Mellow, Hyper, Flirty, Devious, Curious, and Blissful. And they are only $8. Sold!

Bells

2010-10-11T16:09:00.003-05:00

I am really diggin the flare leg jeans... I just might be getting tired of skinny jeans.

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Both pairs from urbanoutfitters.com

Mary Kate Olsen picture from www.olsensanonymous.com

White

2010-08-10T16:45:00.002-05:00

I want this to be my apartment.

Perfection!

2010-08-10T16:38:00.003-05:00

Aviators, White Tee, Gold Chain Bracelet, Western Belt, and Studded Dark Jeans = Perfection.

Too Cool

2010-07-09T10:12:00.002-05:00

picture via www.easyfashion.blogspot.com

Olivia

2010-07-09T10:09:00.002-05:00

Where can I find these jeans??

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Sienna

2010-06-30T12:52:00.002-05:00

Sienna has the most amazing street style. I love her fringe. Makes me want to cut my hair...

Head Gear

2010-06-30T12:50:00.001-05:00

Olsen Obsessed

2010-06-17T16:52:00.001-05:00

Old Favorite:

New Favorite:

Chair Makeover

2010-06-10T15:18:00.005-05:00

Me and my friend Kayla found this beauty at a yard sale for $10. Not much to look at right now...

Here's the BEFORE:

And here's the AFTER:

We found the fabric at Hancock's for $6.99 a yard! It took some time pulling the chair apart and stapling the fabric to the existing cushions. But, in the end I think it turned out so cute!!

Prada Spring 2010

2010-06-10T10:38:00.002-05:00

I love everything thing about this collection. Beach prints, bright red lips, clunky lucite shoes, pigtails. I think I could live the surfer life...

Hats

2010-06-08T14:58:00.002-05:00

I so wish I looked better in them. For some reason I just look ridiculous in hats.
I probably will never stop trying though. One day I swear I'll find a hat that looks good on me...

I especially love this boater hat from http://www.asos.com/

I want.

2010-05-24T16:27:00.003-05:00

These shoes...

This dining room...

Her sunglasses...

This bracelet...

(jcrew)

This Chandelier...

(urban outfitters)

This Trench...

(asos)

Met Gala 2010

2010-05-05T13:02:00.003-05:00

My favorite time of the year!! This red carpet is WAY better than the Oscars.

Sienna Miller
She is adorable. I love it all! Dress, shoes, hair, make-up. Perfection.

Anne Hathaway
So pretty and dreamy. Perfect for the event.

Kristen Bell
I'm not in love with it. But, it works.

Malin Akerman
Eek! I don't like it at all. Yes, she did take a risk and I respect that but, it looks trashy to me.
I like her hair and make-up though.

Diane Kruger
Didn't Ashley Olsen already wear this dress?

Zoe Saldana
Gorgeous! Simple and classic. I love a one shoulder dress.

Carey Mulligan
Terrible. It's not nearly dressy enough for the event. Those shoes aren't doing much for her Cankles either.

Kate Bosworth
Love the whole look! Especially her hair!

Chloe Sevingny
I love this. Its unique. Something most of these other actresses wouldn't dare try.

Emma Watson
Perfection. Very high slit for such a young lady though...

Rachel Bilson
I expected more from you Bilson. Its pretty. Just not dressy enough to me. This is a formal event right??

Katy Perry
Is she for real? Ridiculous.

Jessica Szhor
This is what I would have worn. My favorite!

Ivanka Trump
Not good.

Jessica Alba
Wow! She has been killer on the red carpet lately.

Eva Longoria
Seen this a million times. Get over yourself Eva. The whole look is so cheesy.

Maggie Gyllenhaal
My second favorite!

Tina Fey
Bad Choice. I love her and all but why is she at this event. I do not consider her one of the fashion elite...

Thandie Newton
She sure knows how to pose. The dress is gorgeous!

Last but, not least. Boobs McGee showed up.
How do you even get your tits to do this?

Favorite Beauty Products

2010-04-28T09:02:00.003-05:00

I love when other people share their favorite tried and true beauty products. So, I thought I would share with you mine. Here are a few I can't live without.

Bare Minerals Make-up in Medium

I used to be more of a liquid foundation kind of girl. But, this stuff really works. It makes make skin look so smooth and perfect. And I get way fewer breakouts.

Cargo Blush in Prague

I finally found the perfect dusty rose blush! It's a great mix of pinky bronzy tone.

Bobbi Brown Gel Eye-liner

I am so clumzy with liquid eye-liner. But, this stuff is just too easy! You can't mess it up. And it stays put all day!

Jo Malone Fragrance in Lotus Blossom & Water Lily

I have an uncle that works for Jo Malone and he got me this for Christmas. I was instantly in love! So sublte and clean. I am always getting compliments on it.

Bobbi Brown Extra Balm Rinse

This was really weird to me at first. A friend of mine used it and I couldn't get past the bright yellow color (not normal for a facewash). But the moment I used it my skin felt so hydrated and soft. And it smells so citrusy and wonderful!

Victoria's Secret Pink Lotion in Fresh & Clean

Okay I know this is probably made for teen-agers. But I love the smell! The bottle is pretty cute too.

OPI Nail Polish in "You don't know Jacques"

This is the perfect mix of taupe, gray, and brown. So flattering on all skin tones.

And last but most certainly not least... Vaseline.

I use this stuff religiously... for everything! Eye Make-up remover, for my lips, cracked heels, etc. I keep a jar by my bed at night in case my lips get chapped in my sleep : )

Please do share your favorites!

Yes or No?

2010-04-26T14:56:00.002-05:00

How do you feel about the trends?

Buttoning the top button...

picture via: www.raphpunen.com

Monochromatic...

picture via: http://jakandjil.com/blog

Orange Lipstick...

Socks with sandals...

picture via: www.chicmuse.com

Logo manicure...

Overalls...

picture via: www.chicintuition.com

Belly baring...

The Selby

2010-03-31T13:55:00.002-05:00

The Selby is an incredible website. I can’t believe I have looked at it before. I have been missing out! The website was created by Todd Selby a fashion and interiors photographer and an illustrator. He takes pictures of creative peoples homes, such as fashion designers, models, writers, etc. I love looking at these very eclectic spaces. There is something so beautiful about books stacked up haphazardly to me, and piles of shoes and necklaces too. I think you will find an amazing amount of inspiration in his photography. Here are some of my favorite pictures

http://www.theselby.com/

Mama needs a new pair of shoes!

2010-03-24T13:52:00.003-05:00

I'm in desperate need of new Spring shoes! All of these would make me happy : )

Top Row: Leopard flats - Steve Madden $90, Brown Oxfords - Steven by Steve Madden $100, red heels - gojane.com $23,
Middle: Blue heels - Aldo $100, Black lace-ups - Forever 21 $25
Bottom Row: Floral wedges - Urban Outfitters $90, leopard strappy flats - Jeffrey Campbell $125, tie-dye ruffle heels - gojane.com 24

Baby James' Room

2010-03-15T11:27:00.004-05:00

So, me and two of my best friends (also designers) and my best friend Ashley's wonderful and handy husband made a trip to Texarkana on Saturday to help another one of my best friends decorate her baby boys room. It really was like one of those HGTV shows where you have one day and a very limited budget. Stephanie already had the room painted a light oceany blue when we got there. We knocked out the rest!

I know this is supposed to be a fashion blog, but I just had to share!

Here is the before. Her mother-in-law had already purchased her a baby bed. We were all skeptical of the oak. But it turned out to be perfect!

I orginally asked Steph if we could do one whole wall in chalk board paint. She wasn't too thrilled with the idea and Ryan (Ashley's husband) said it was a tedious task of layers and layers of the chalk board paint and each layer had to "cure". Apparently not a easy task. So, I settled on a smaller chalkboard to hang in the room. At first my idea was to find an ornate frame and paint it glossy white and then painting a piece of MDF with the chalkboard paint. Again, making more trouble for myself. We ended up finding a ready made chalk board at Hobby Lobby and added popsicle sticks to the frame for a sort of modified star-burst effect.

Here was the idea for that. http://windhula.blogspot.com/2010/02/time-for-another-sunburst.html

There's me. It turned out to be a little more tedious than I thought! This is the final pattern after I had pull them off and started again 5 times! I suppose looking back I should have layed them out first THEN glued and stapled!

Finished product before Sliver spray paint.

Final Product! You really could not tell it was popsicle sticks!

Brittany was in charge of the mommy and daddy silhouettes. They turned out better than I could ever imagined!

Ashley painting the plaques with "mommy and daddy" curly letters. She had to convince me of the curly letters... I never should have doubted her.

How cute are these!!

We originally planned on just doing a horizontal striped wall. But, that would have been too easy! I found an idea on how to do a Chevron wall stripe so we decided on that. Here is Ryan doing the first of many trial tapings...

After about 3 tries we decided to actually follow the blog directions and who knew that was the best way! I guess you should just listen to people that have done these things before. They probably went through the same process trying to find an "easier way". Well there is no easy way. Lots of measuring and numbers. I let Ryan do most of that!

Starting to come together. This was at about 12 a.m. that the painting finally started.

Voila! Totally worth it! I don't know if Ryan would agree but, It really made the room.

Globe mobile! I am obsessed with globes!

Ashley had already made these inital plaques. They were precious. She also found door knobs to hang the ribbon on. Such a great idea. They looked so manly and industrial : )

Final Silhouettes with mommy and daddy plaques. Probably my most favorite thing in the room.

I didn't get a good picture of the drapes Ashley made but, we found the most perfect chevron pattern at a tiny little quilting shop in Texarkana. They really pulled the room together and she did such a great job on the sewing at 2 in the morning!!

I'm in love with this room!

Chevron Wall How to:

http://caitlinwilsondesign.blogspot.com/2010/02/how-to-chevron-wall.html

Paris Fashion Week

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Paris is by far my favorite! What's not to love... Chanel, Valentino, Louis V!! Check out my highlights below.

Chloe
These clothes are so beautiful! Perfect camel trousers and coats. Exactly what I wish my work wardrobe could be.

Valentino
Ruffles and butterfly appliques. I love the leather skirt.

YSL
Round sunglasses, mary-janes, and mohawk electric blue heels.

Chanel
Abominable snowmen suits and ice-block clutches. Karl apparently had a glacier from imported form Scandinavia! The models stomped through melted ice-berg in their fur boots on the runway. I hope it didn't ruin any of the shoes or clothes...

Balenciaga
Icy blue tones. The clothes and shoes remind me of legos.

Giambattista Valli
I love that his clothes are so feminine. That cape/coat is gorgeous! That dress might swallow anyone else who is not a model, but it is still amazing.

Balmain
Same ole stuff. This looks like his last 3 collections. I guess he knows his client base and what they want and will keep buying.

Celine
I love the simplicity of Celine.

Louis Vuitton
Lady-like full skirts, heels with bows, pretty pony tails. So many collections lately seem to be inspired by Mad Men.

Rick Owens
His clothes are just beyond cool. His vision is on a whole other level than most designers.

Alexander McQueen
Last but most certainly not least. McQueen. I am so sad to see this collection. It is so beautiful. Its truely meant for a queen or royalty. I don't feel like any celebrity would be deserving of these clothes.

pictures via style.com

Snakes on a Necklace

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My obsession with snake jewelry continues...

Serpent Necklace lulus.com $16

Alloy

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Super cute spring stuff!! Most of the clothes are around $30 too!!

http://www.alloy.com/

The Sartorialist

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My two favorite pictures from Scott Schuman.

http://thesartorialist.blogspot.com/

Oscars!

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MY BEST DRESSED:

CAMERON DIAZ - With Rachel Zoe's help of course, she looked amazing!

ZOE SALDANA - Her dress was dreamy! This is what an Oscar dress should look like! Love the shoes too.

ZOE KRAVITZ - I think she was just her dad's date, but she looked adorable!

MORE BEST DRESSED:

NICOLE RITCHIE - Modern day cleopatra. I love her style!

MILEY CYRUS - The dress was beautiful, but someone needs to tell her to stand up straight! Chest out, shoulders back Miley.

ELIZABETH BANKS - This color is so pretty on her.

MY WORST DRESSED:

SIGOURNEY WEAVER - Blah! This just looks cheap to me. It could easily of come from a department store or bridesmaid collection.

CHARLIZE THERON - Boob spirals? And the color is hideous. Come on Charlize, I would think you know better...

KATHY IRELAND - Good god Kathy. The dress, the hair, the jewels. All terrible. She looks so uncomfortable too.

UNDECIDED: There's something about this I think I don't like. I can't make up my mind though. Every red carpet dress I see SJP in I always wonder if Carrie would wear it! I don't really think she would. Sometimes I look at it and I kinda like it though. I can't decide.

THE JURY IS STILL OUT... on this one too. Diane Kruger usually hits it out of the park. I just expect her to blow me away everytime, and this didn't. Maybe that's why I am undecided on this one too. I don't dislike it. I just think she could have done better. It's your own fault Diane. You set your own bar too high!

all pictures via http://www.zimbio.com