giving thanks

there's something very special about thanksgiving. it centers around good food. it's yet to be commercialized. it's inherently american. and it inevitably reminds you of all your blessings.

hope you all have a relaxing and delicious thanksgiving.

twinkle twinkle

i planned on waiting until after thanksgiving to fill this space with loads of holiday inspiration. i planned on following the whole one holiday at a time thing...

but with each day the winter frost becomes a bit stronger and the calendar fills with more gatherings and all of the sudden there is no denying that the holidays are here, and with it comes lots of glamour and lots of sparkles.

more glitz here and here

pic sources: buttons magee, this is glamorous, teen vogue, a brunette and a blonde, elements of style, urban outfitters

not your average headboard

chalkboard headboard for the non-committal types

a skyline of frames stands in for a headboard

this "iron" headboard seems light and airy

old barn doors give this room a rustic and romantic charm

a three way mirror would make any small room appear larger

our teeny, tiny bedroom can't handle a big bed frame so i've been searching for some sort of headboard that won't overwhelm the room. here are a couple of my favorite options.

pic sources: anthropologie, remodelista, unknown, sfgirlbythebay, desire to inspire

weekend round up 11.22

my sleepy boys

lovely new york

one of my favorites from our costa rica trip last year

photos are finally framed and hanging around the apartment. hope you all had a nice fall weekend. hooray for a short week ahead!

pic sources: my photos (flickr missaudreymarie)

comfy cozy

after another crazy, hectic week i am desperate for the weekend just to recharge. i plan on pulling on a pair of cable knit socks and a sweater and not leaving the house all day.

xoxo

pic sources: lolita, little plastic horses, nathan turner, ffffound, unknown

art inspiration

i'm embarrassed to say that we are just getting around to hanging photos and art in our home. it's taken me months to find the prints that i want, print out photos, find frames for it all and then, finally, decide how to arrange it on the walls. but this weekend it's all going up - and here is some of my inspiration.

pic sources: unknown, flickr pedenmunk23, because i'm addicted, this is glamorous, lonny, unknown

meow

currently loving the idea of adding touches of leopard to an ensemble with pieces like clutches, belts and shoes...

but above all, i'm looking for the perfect leopard jacket to top off everything from holiday dresses to jeans and a tee. maybe this one? or this?

pic sources: the sartorialist, the cherry blossom girl, unknown, this is glamorous

this is lovely: a weekday updo

during the work week it's a good day if i have time to dry and straighten my hair, let alone sample out a new hairdo. but this "updo" on leighton meester looked simple enough even for my c+ hair skills and time crunched mornings.

how to get this look:

1. rake back your hair with your fingers and secure pony at the crown of your head (it worked best for me with "one day old" hair - even easier!)
2. use finger tips to loosen up pony tail for a more relaxed finish
3. braid the pony tail
4. wind braid around the base and secure with pins, leaving ends visible

pic source: marie claire

date night

this would be ideal. but i'll settle for getting out of work by 6 and a nice dinner.

happy thursday! xoxo

pic source: via little plastic horses

outfit inspiration

these images have been hanging out on my desktop and begging to be shared. i'd love to recreate that striped sweater and sequin combo!

pic sources: alexandras favorite, moodboard, garance dore, tfs

luxe for less - joie over the knee boots

joie coachella $525 vs rampage kourtney $69

joie caravan $379 vs jessica simpson katyia $129

i've worn my black boots down to the sole over the last couple winters and am in search of a replacement pair. joie's coachella and caravan pairs are exactly what i want: black, over the knee, flat and super chic. both are also more than i wanted to spend.

luckily, there are a couple of cute look a likes out there. i might just have to buy both ;)

weekend round up 11.8

took engagement pictures for my friends kate and steve.

shopping goodies - comfy sweater, vintagey lace dress and pleated leather skirt.

al fresco brunch. perfect way to begin your sunday.

this weekend was exactly what i needed! and now, off to tackle the week. happy monday!

pic sources: my photos (flickr missaudreymarie)

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yay! it's the weekend!

lately i feel like i've been waiting for the weekend with more anticipation than ever. maybe because the weekdays have been so crammed full of work? or because as the weather gets colder, the weekends get cozier? whatever the reason, i have a relaxing weekend ahead. planning to shop, curl up with a good book, a brunch date with the boy and taking in the last of the crisp fall weather, of course with the puppy. happy weekend to you all and welcome new followers - very excited to have you!

pic sources: little plastic horses, plush palette, french frosting, lace and cake

so happy to see you again

one of my favorite things about the change in seasons is pulling out clothes that have been boxed up and forgotten and re-discovering some of your past favorite pieces. like my polka dot tights!

pic sources: this is glamorous, id magazine, copenhagen streetstyle