December 28, 2011

A Few Things...


Beautiful living room - I adore every detail.


The year ahead is a clean slate - be true to yourself and do what you love!


Pop Pies...mmmm.


Perfectly simple street style. 


One of my favorite restaurants in Manhattan...I dream about JG Melon's burgers.

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday! We had the best time on the east coast with family. Lots of laughing by the fire, scenic drives and eating;) Now we are off to Mexico, looking forward to sitting in the warm sun and being with friends. Here are a few things to tie you over until I get back late next week. Have the happiest new year celebration!! {images via pinterest, tumblr}

December 22, 2011

Happy Holidays...



I'm off to the east coast at the crack of dawn! Will miss you lovelies. Have the merriest Christmas. Stop by to see my TOP gifts picks for gals at The Short and the Sweet of It today;) I'll be back in a few. x

December 20, 2011

Festive Tablesetting...





While the holidays near and guests are days away from arriving there is much to do! Well, I'm not hosting - but I can imagine. I collected a few beautiful images for entertaining with style. Cut some greens, light a few candles and don't forget the sparkle. {images via pinterest} x

A Few Things...


Traditional Decor


Cute casual style - I would replicate this look head to toe! Plus a puppy;)


Pretty bronze sparkle nail color!


Peppermint brownie recipe


 Stealing snow day kisses and cuddling up in winter. 


Lovely library. From rug to art displays and mirrored table - perfection. 
{images via tumblr, pinterest}

December 19, 2011

Starry Lights...


I want these...I just love string lights. They make things warm and festive!

Perfect Little Christmas...


It's a wonderful start to the holiday;) A weekend filled with last minute shopping ended with the bf and I cooking up this yummy Pot Roast recipe for the first time (delish), exchanging gifts and having a cozy xmas celebration for two in our place! Hurrying through tons of work and getting packed up for our trip east to see the family. Literally can't wait. xx

December 16, 2011

Happy Friday...


Hooray, this long week is almost near it's end. I'm so excited to settle into the place with my bf - we got a tree, it is trimmed, and we will be laying low, doing some Christmas shopping and some home improvement - perhaps putting on some sparkle and hopping to a holiday party or two;) Have a wonderful weekend. xo {image via tumblr}

Walking Around Gift Guide: Hostess...



Gasp, one last gift guide...just a few things  you might bring along with you when you visit friends and family that are hosting holiday festivities. Hooray for the hosts who bring us cheer. 


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December 13, 2011

Walking Around Gift Guide: Something Pretty ~ For the Girls...



I have been so excited to kick off gifts for gals. First up, something pretty, then something practical and top picks!

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Look of the Day...


Jane is too cute in this layered winter outfit, love it love it! {image via see jane

December 12, 2011

Walking Around Gift Guide: Get the Guys Something {Top Picks}...


Last is the favorites: Top picks for guys gifts!

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Tomorrow: The trio of gifts for the gals;)

December 9, 2011

Happy Friday...









I woke up today to our first light dusting of snow. Hooray! I can't believe this week, month and year is just flying by. The closer we get to the holidays the more giddy I am. Not only to see family back east, but to have little vaca with the bf and friends. To get you into the holiday spirit I have added a few songs to my Christmas Playlist {called Cozy Winter Mix}. What could be better than gazing at your Christmas tree, drinking hot chocolate (with marshmellows of course!) and sitting by the fire with your loved ones listening to festive tunes. Fa la la. This weekend we'll be hosting friends for cocktails and I plan to whip this up: Winter Sangria. Hope you have a wonderful weekend! {images via pinterest, tumblr}

Walking Around Gift Guide: Get the Guys Something {Cool}...



Next up for the gents...something cool! Dress him up and hand him a whiskey glass;)


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December 8, 2011

Walking Around Gift Guide: Get the Guys Something {Crafty}...



I hope you all found something in the home gift guide, to inspire and desire:) I have put together a trio of favorites for the guys: Something crafty, something cool and the top picks! Here we are starting off with crafty presents...let's hear it for the boys!


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December 7, 2011

Walking Around Gift Guide: Deck the Home {Kitchen}...



The last of the home gifts trio - but not least...items for the kitchen! 


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Other gift guides for the home: 
LIVING ROOM // OFFICE 

Next up: Gifts for MEN

Walking Around Gift Guide: Deck the Home {Living Room}...



Tres chic living spaces always can use an accessory or two. I rounded up a few things on the holiday wishlist for the home. 


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December 6, 2011

Walking Around Gift Guide: Deck the Home {Office}...

Walking Around is kicking off this year's gift guides. For HOME // HIM // HER // and HOSTESS.


I'll be starting on the home front! Each Gift guide will have three themes. For the home, I'm inspired constantly by Office, Kitchen and Living spaces. Today...we'll visit the office wishlist. 




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December 5, 2011

A Few Things...


Painted bedroom ceilings. Lovely. 


House rules.


Hot cocoa. Mmmm.


We got a Christmas tree this weekend. Maybe a few more things to hang. So fun to hunt one down.


Pretty fashion styling at Lovely Escape.

Happy Monday;) {images via tumblr, pinterest}

December 1, 2011

Happy December...


I can't believe it's December 1st...this year is flying by so quickly. We have yet to get our first sprinkles of snow in Chicago, but it's near, I can feel it in the cold air. Just three weeks left before closing the office for a week. So much to do! Christmas shop, trim the tree, have people over for merry merry cocktails and treats. All before the bf and I head to RI to spend Christmas with my family, and then jet off to Mexico for a lovely wedding and some fun in the sun. What's on your agenda for this season of cheer? {image via pinterest}