friday favorites…

happy Friday! Today is the start to a busy weekend (what’s new, really)! I’m taking a half day at work so that I can get home, do a few things, and get my mind in order before Chris and I head over to the rehearsal dinner for my friend Murph’s wedding…I’m a bridesmaid (fun!), so it’ll be a weekend of wedding activities! Tomorrow is the big day, so most of my day will be hair, makeup, pictures, dancing, cocktails….rough day huh?

Sunday, we’ll recover with some brunch with our dear friends Q and Sarah, scoot back to Lewisville to go apartment shopping, fly over to dance lessons later, then finally land at the Terrace for Sunday Night Dinner…..phew!

In between all of this, I’m hoping to sleep.

With a plethora of fun activities in store, it’s not hard to recognize the blessings I have in my life. So why don’t we continue in that spirit, and take a look at some fun over at Etsy? Happy Shopping!

shops showcased:

paintitgreen

SimplyACircle

CuteBabyToys

callmemimi

gazaboo

Magiedimemi

FineAndDandyVintage

ALiquidTextileJewels

daisyclub

 

hearts and hugs,

B.

Ruche..la la!

I absolutely adore boutique sites that somehow emit a breath of fresh air when you browse their collections. The graphics are soft and romantic; the text doesn’t grab and pull at you, but merely sweeps you in the right direction of what you are looking for. Everything is…..lovely. This is why I adore Ruche. The vintage inspiration and romantic, ethereal pieces seem to capture my attention each time I find myself on the site. Not too long ago, they added an entire Bridal section, showcasing mostly dresses and accessories, with a few little odds and ends laced in. I’m smitten with the wedding gowns. Soft layers of chiffon and silk, taffeta and lace. The gowns are strikingly unique, with quite a few shorter lengths and unconventional shapes. Another plus? The fabulous prices. For a fashionista on a strict budget, this is a gold mine! I’d wear one to a garden wedding or a daytime summer soiree. Take a look at some of my favorites…

 

one of my favorites…classic audrey

a true sweetheart…

like walking through a field of flowers…

straight from The Great Gatsby…

an un-conventional pretty in pink…

a 1950′s Doris Day…

hearts and hugs,

B.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

what i’d wear…

on a day when my list of errands to run after work is LOOOOOONG. keep the office chic look with a skirt, but add a bit of pizazz with some bright neon flats! hearts and hugs, B.

memorial memories…

I love three day weekends. love love love them. I love spending time with family, being in the outdoors, drinking wine, eating good food, and spending time with friends by the pool. I got to do all these things this weekend. My heart is happy. hope you had a fantastic weekend! hearts and hugs, B.

friday favorites…

I only have ONE favorite this Friday….and it’s THIS little guy!   Later today I am heading down to Austin for a weekend of much needed cuddle time with my nephew….I guess I can hang with the rest of the family too We’ve got some fun activities planned, from winery visits to outdoor flea markets, [...]

what i’d wear…

or more like what my HOME would wear! It’s time to start thinking about the new abode…I’ve been apartment shopping like nobody’s business. It’s tough to find something that fits all of our needs! Ample storage, good sized living room….BIG CLOSETS!!! I know we’ll find something great, so in the meantime, let’s brainstorm some decorating, [...]

beers and bachelorettes…

…not always a smart combination! This weekend was a whirlwind of patio dining, parties, competitions, dance-offs…and much more! I once again managed to exhaust myself, and have been bleary-eyed all morning, staring at my computer as if a Magic Eye poster should pop up as my screen saver. I’m hoping to see the hidden message [...]

friday favorites…

happy Friday! once again, this weekend is chock full of activities, including a bachelorette party on Saturday for my old roommate Murph, and the annual Brew Riot on Sunday, where I’ll cheer on my friend Q as he competes in the homebrew competition….GO Q!! Along with the bachelorettes and beer, the rest of the weekend [...]