the hipster sister

I love Madewell, the hipster sister in the J.Crew family. The last time I was in NYC I popped into the store and it was packed with great finds. I love their budget-friendly price tags and they are currently having a fantastic sale! I'm tempted to pick up a few items. I also think it's becoming apparent that I have a thing for poppy/coral/pink/red.

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of madewell

stock the bar

I've been searching for a vintage beverage stand with no luck (those can be so pricey!) so I thought I would start with purchasing some vintage glassware and barware instead. Baby steps, right?

And, after posting about these adorable gold rimmed glasses from High Street Market a few weeks ago, I'm finding fantastic vintage drinking glasses everywhere! I must purchase some soon! I'm thinking a big pitcher of sangria to accompany them? Cheers and Happy Friday!

photo courtesy of ets

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photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

photo courtesy of etsy

Etsy, as usual, has a ton of great finds, but you can also check out Ruby Lane for more ideas!

if the shoe fits...friday

Despite the snow, I'm gearing up for Party Arty this weekend, an event in Kansas City benefiting The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. How fun would these Valentino shoes be for the party? Swoon!

photo courtesy of nordstrom

in the navy

Darn you Nordstrom, DvF, Shopbop, et. al. It's literally 17 degrees in Kansas City and I'm online window shopping for spring clothes. Maybe these cute finds will help make this terrible weather a little bit more bearable? I'm loving all of the navy pieces for spring 2011.

photo courtesy of anthropologie

photo courtesy of shopbop

photo courtesy of neiman marcus

photo courtesy of charm & chain

photo courtesy of madewell

photo courtesy of nordstrom

photo courtesy of anthropologie

leaving on a jetplane

I'm going on a trip (to beautiful Napa, California) and I'm taking my...

Nordstrom tissue weight cashmere scarf (Hillary's "Can't Live Without"!)

photo courtesy of nordstrom

Ray-Ban "Bubble Wrap" shades

photo courtesy of nordstrom

Virginia Johnson zigzag tote

photo courtesy of barney's new york

Vera Wang Lavendar ballet slippers

photo courtesy of bloomingdale's

Theory Delvan cardigan

photo courtesy of barney's new york

J Brand legging

photo courtesy of barney's new york

Cheers!

if the shoe fits...friday

Happy friday friends!

With all the snow on the ground and boot-wearin' weather, I'm day dreaming of a perfect spring day when I can wear these adorable classic ballet flats in a perfect paisley pattern.

Won't these put a spring in your step??

Photo courtesy of jcrew.com

salutations!

Hills and I both have a thing for paper. Invitations, place cards, menus, business cards, greeting cards, table numbers, you name it, we love it. That being said, I just received my weekly email from minted and had to share some of our new favorite social stationary.

photo courtesy of hello lucky

photo courtesy of paper source

photo courtesy of luxe paperie

photo courtesy of minted

photo courtesy of minted

if the shoe fits...friday

Yes, it's 20 degrees outside my office right now. Yes, it's early January. And yes, Kansas City is expecting an "arctic freeze" and snow this weekend. Despite the blistery weather, I can't help but fall in love with this fantastic espadrille from Stuart Weitzman. It might be because a trip to Maui is just months away and I know I'll be in need of some delightful sandals for a luau.

photo courtesy of nordstrom

Is it June yet?

christmas hiatus

We apologize we've been on Christmas hiatus for the last several days...We've missed you! Instead of blogging about our favorite and most fabulous finds, we've been enjoying much needed relaxation and time with family and friends.

However, we promise on Jan. 3 we will be back in action. In the mean time, here is one of my wedding photos I'm loving today... our next post may or may not be wedding themed and it may or may not be practice for my future SMP entry...Enjoy! xoxo

all that glitters...

I can't help but fall in love with things that shimmer and shine. My eye is immediately drawn to items that have glitter or sparkle; true story. In case you are still holiday shopping, here are some sparkle-y last minute Christmas gift ideas. Buon Natale to you and yours!

photo courtesy of high street market on etsy

photo courtesy of crate and barrel

photo courtesy of jayson home and garden

photo courtesy of saks fifth avenue

photo courtesy of ron robinson

photo courtesy of canvas

we're loving...lulu frost

We love Lisa Salzer, aka, Lulu Frost. Not only are we partial to her name, but her jewelry is down right stunning. Lisa uses one-of-a-kind vintage pieces to create her unique and timeless bracelets, earrings, necklaces, etc. Tres chic!

photo courtesy of charm & chain

photo courtesy of charm & chain

photo courtesy of charm & chain

Want to know the best part? Lulu Frost has just partnered with J.Crew! Fabulous!

photo courtesy of j.crew

photo courtesy of j.crew

photo courtesy of j.crew

rip curious sofa

Not long ago in our Christmas decor post we told you about one of our favorite stores, Curious Sofa. Today the news officially broke that the store will be closing...


This breaks our hearts. When I went into the store last week to buy an ornament for Stephanie's annual ornament exchange, I asked the sales clerk if the rumors were true. She looked at her coworker, and they both nodded. Their reactions reminded me of You've Got Mail, and the adorable "Shop Around The Corner." It's so sad to see a great store close.

However, the good news is, she will still be selling her beautiful things online.

But if you're out and about, definitely stop in and take advantage of the sale. I believe things will go very quickly.