Post Weekend Wish List

Just a few things that caught my eye over the week...

1. Cowl Scarf// Braided Headwarmer// Cowl scarves are my absolute favorite fall accessory, and paired with this braided headband and a top knot its the perfect menage-a-trois.

2. Fur Shawl Jacket// Camo Jacket// Wildfox Popsicle Sweater// I love olive for fall, and adding different textures and patterns makes it feel new for the season. This Wildfox sweater underneath? Call it the fall uniform.

3. SketchbookMKE Wisconsin Print// I am obsessed with this uniquely cool Wisconsin print for my gallery wall.

4. Madewell Flannels// Another fall staple that is done so perfectly by Madewell.

5. Moroccan Wedding Blanket// These beautiful handmade blankets make me feel like I am at a beach-y retreat all year long.

xx.

Post Weekend Wishlist

It is finally sweater weather again in cozy Milwaukee, and with the new season comes a whole new wishlist. Here's what I wish would show up at my door this week:

1. //Philip Lim for Target large Tote// Confession: It took me three Target stores, two and a half hours, and one skinny vanilla latte to track this down today...but I got it! When the Phillip Lim for Target lookbook first came out a few weeks ago, I have to admit I was underwhelmed. I'm still not crazy about the clothes, but I wanted to see the bags in person to decide if I really liked the military hardware-meets winged flaps-meets retro-shape trend. Annnnnd apparently I do. I just loved how the bag looked in person and decided it would be my new brief-case, travel, Mary Poppins carry-all.

2. SS Print Shop Print// I just recently discovered this adorable online print shop, and could not be more smitten. They have a variety of prints, all of which I love, but this deer pun won my heart.

3. CatBird Stacking Rings// I have wanted a stack of CatBird rings for about a year or so now. They are so dainty and beautiful and look so cool and effortless layered together. The recent addition of the gold band with all black diamonds is a m a z i n g. They are pricy, but made in Brooklyn, NY, and I love supporting a great local business.

4. Davines Hair Care// I recently got this trio as a samples in my Birchbox, and had waited to try them until now. I am so obsessed. They left my hair feeling soft, looking shiny, and smelling amazing. The shampoo uses Indian Fig to de-frizz and de-tangle, while the conditioner prevents breakage and dry strands.

5. Frye Engineer Boot// This is another wishlist item that I have had for a longgg time. My sister actually got them first, and they are just. so. cool. They roughen any outfit and juxtaposing girly and tough is one of my favorite trends. Plus they are easy to walk in, so that instantly makes them a classic.

6. Nordstrom Neon Scarf// I am of the opinion that a scarf completes any outfit. No matter what one is wearing, if he or he pairs a scarf with the ensemble, it looks better. Whenever I see someone wearing a scarf that is particularly chunky, colorful, or patterned (aka everytime I see someone wearing a scarf), I am envious of their outfit and wish I had put on a scarf that morning. This scarf is no exception and I need it immediately.

Let's have fun this week.

xx.

The Jay-Z/Beyoncé Theory of Success

Recently, my friend texted me a quote she found in a magazine that she said reminded her of me. It is one of the most flattering compliments I have ever received, and has become somewhat of a new life moto. 

Its the Jay-Z/Beyoncé theory of success. If you take an insecure approach to friendship, youre always comparing yourself to the smartest and most stylish girl in the room, and either feeling inferior or judging. You should just befriend her. Surrounding yourself with the best people doesn't make you look worse. It makes you look better.  

It is so easy to get caught up in stress, appearances, worries, and what-ifs, but if your ultimate goal is just to be the girl that everyone wants around because she is just fun, it takes the work out of the equation. You are too busy having fun to worry or compare yourself, and it won't matter anymore anyways. So, my goal for the rest of the year is not to do everything perfectly, or on time, but to make every single thing I do, fun. 

If i could be any celebrity's best friend...

...i would be hers. This was officially solidified with #candidlynicole, her new online show based on her tweets. She is so cool, fun, spontaneous, and so. fricken. funny. I mean, I have watched every episode at least 3 times and I only found out about it yesterday. Watch them now and fall in love with my girl Nikki Rich.

Post Weekend Wishlist

I am pretty smitten with this weekend's wishlist. I mean, I love everything that gets on this list, but this week is especially good. I need wish each of these would be waiting for me with a pretty little bow around a certain 23rd birthday!

1. J.Crew Stripped Cotton Pant// These pants are literally a must-have for anyone who loves to lounge. They are so soft, yet structured, and the stripes are a fun addition.
2. Cartier Love Bracelet// From the moment I saw this in InStyle's glossy pages, and stacked on Kourtney Kardashian's teeny tiny wrists I have always lusted after this bangle.
3. Polo Baseball Hat// For all those weekend strolls to get coffee, to hide a bad hair day, I need a staple baseball hat!
4. Kate Spade, Things We Love// Because there is not a page in that book that I do not love.
5. J.Crew Vintage Straight Jean// Part boyfriend, part tailored... these are my next pair of denim.
6. Alexander Wang The Rockie Bag// Another wishlist item I have wanted forever...and in a neon?! le duh.

Did I mention my birthday was in a week?!
xoxo

hey, i put my new shoes on

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I have been looking for a new type of shoe for a while now. Winter in Wisconsin has been warmer than usual, and while I love all of my boots, I can't wear them everyday. My go to as of late/top wishlist item: driving loafers/moccasins/ smoking slippers. These particular bright versions and luxury textures are exactly what my toes need to get through the end of winter and step into spring! They go with any and every outfit, and bring a cool and effortless vibe.
xoxo

ORGANIZE.

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Along with losing weight and quitting some vice, I feel like everyone’s 2013 resolution is to get organized. I have always been pretty organized, but I would love to have prettier organization style—it’s something people notice and it says something about you. As I’ve already mentioned, I started a new job at the beginning of January, so naturally, I needed to get myself a new planner. I think all of these are perfect options, but there is a local paper store near me, and I splurged on the Kate Spade 2012-2013 agenda. I love the cover, crisp pages, and beginning of each month graphics; they without a doubt make me smile in the morning and brighten my day. The only thing I would caution is that there is not a lot of room for each day, so if you are writing to do lists or have lots to remember, this might not be the planner for you. Luckily, I have about 17  cute notepads to write my lists on, and I just slip them inside each day. 
Happy Planning!


xoxo