Well, I'm all set for summer!

...If it ever gets here.

Hunter™ Original Short Boot

Kilty Suede Moc from Minnetonka®

TOMS Red Stone-Washed Twill Women's Classics

TOMS Grey Chambray Women's Cordones

Plus, I have to tell you... the most comfortable shorts ever are these Paper Boy shorts I found at Anthropologie.  I got them in all three colors!  They fit so well, super flattering, and so soft.  And they'll look great with all my new shoes!

Back To School Shopping: A Wish List, Part 3

Office/Study Hall

Coqo Floral Rug - $78+

Overview:
*Hand hooked and tufted
*Wool; cotton backing
*Professionally clean
*Imported

Description:
Hand hooked flowers in rich, refined hues float over tufted landscapes of cream or chocolate wool.

Aspen Sunset Curtain - $78+

Overview:
*Tunnel tab construction
*Cotton
*Machine wash
*50"W
*Imported

Description:
Pale, quaking leaves imagined by the legendary Vera tumble down a fiery backdrop of sheer cotton gauze.

Bubbled Glass Knob - $8.00

Overview:
*No additional hardware required
*Glass, brass
*1.5" diameter
*1.5" projection
*1.25" attached bolt
*Imported

Description:
Effervescent glass knobs reach their boiling point!

Cirrus Shade - $98+

Overview:
*Hardbacked
*Silk
*10"H, 16" diameter
*Imported

Description:
Shirred silk and slim ruffled bands add a luxe finish to your lamplight.

Leaf Pile Floor Cushion - $148.00

Overview:
*Cotton; polyfill
*Spot clean
*8"H, 25" diameter
*Imported

Description:
Porridge's fluffy petal-pink pillow is heaped with teal foliage.

Paris Tourists Calendar - $21.95

Overview:
*Paper
*19"H, 13.5"W
*12 pages
*Italy

Description:
A folio of travel posters from the City of Light printed on aged, oversized pages.

Elegant Moss Terrarium - $45

Overview:
*glass
*moss
*soil
*stones

Description:
This terrarium measures 9 3/4" tall and 3 3/4" wide. This terrariums will last for years to come with the proper care.

KEEP CALM CARRY ON Poster

Overview:
*13x19 “KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON” Poster (MOTHER OF PEARL)

Description:
This is an unframed 13”x19” poster with a small white border for framing. Image size measures 12"x18" and would look great matted and framed at 18" x 24".

All of our posters are printed with archival, fade resistant inks on acid free matte finish #80 paper.

Creamy Ivory Ornate Vintage Style Picture Frame 5X5.5 - $12.99


Overview:
*resin picture frame
*creamy ivory high gloss paint

Description:
This listing is for one picture frame. This vintage inspired picture frame is made of a solid, heavy and durable resin. The overall size of the frame is approx 6.5X7. It will hold a photo that is sized 5X5.5. The details in this frame are amazing. It has such an awesome rustic/vintage feel. When you pair that with 3 coats of a high gloss Creamy Ivory multi surface adhering paint the result is one of a kind!

Ceramic Tiki Owl Planter - $34

Overview:
*clay
*slip
*glaze

Description:
Made to order, Please allow 7-10 days for your order to be made before shipping.

Hand made ceramic Tiki owl planter, In a nice Aqua blue color. Brighten up your favorite space with an adorable hooty owl planter. I added a small hole inside for drainage, but can come without a hole upon request to be used as a vase or pencil holder.  5 1/2" Tall, 4 1/4" side to side 3 5/8" front to back.

iPhone Case - $24.00

Overview:
*wool
*cotton
*leather

Description:
A smart little case for your iphone 4/3G/3GS or your new ipod touch made with thick, soft wool felt. Original design by Byrd & Belle. Strap design keeps your earbuds wrapped neatly around the case. Feels soft and offers great protection. Felted material is 100% wool felt and is around 1/8" thick. This high quality felt is a sustainable and renewable material and offers strength while remaining soft to the touch.

POÄNG chair - $179.00

Description:
Frame made of layer-glued bent birch; a very strong and durable material.
Extra cushions are available for variation and renewal.
Easy to keep clean with a removable,machine washable cover.

MICKE Corner workstation - $149.00

Overview:
*Top shelf with cable outlet; space efficient storage for a printer, etc.
*Cable outlets and compartment in the back keeps cords and cables out of sight but close at hand.
*Back panel with magnetic writing board helps clears space on your desk.
*Side panels on the top shelf keep books, CDs and DVDs in place.
*The drawers hold A4 and letter size paper.
*The legs can be mounted to the right or left according to need.

ERIK File cabinet - $99.00

Overview:
*Drawers for drop files; makes it easy to sort and store important papers.
*Lockable for safe storage of your private things.
*Drawers with a stop keeps them in place.

ALÄNG Floor lamp - $39.99

Overview:
*Height adjustable; adjust according to need.

Back To School Shopping: A Wish List

BDG Twill Grazer Cigarette Pant - $49.00

Overview:
* Cotton, spandex
* Imported
* Machine wash
* Skinny leg
* Skinny fit
* Medium rise
* Zip fly
* Inseam - 26"
* Rise - 8.75"
* Leg opening - 5.25" flat
* Exclusive to Urban Outfitters

Description:
These stretchy twill pants are cut in a seriously skinny fit with some spandex for movement. Tapered through the skinny leg with a medium rise and cropped leg. Zip fly.

Jackie cardigan - $62.00

Overview:
*Cotton/nylon/spandex.
*Crewneck.
*Three-quarter sleeves.
*Hits at hip. Import.
*Machine wash.

Description:
Our own style icon—wear it alone or pair it with the matching shell as a classic twinset. It's better than ever in cotton blended with stretch in a superfine 14-gauge knit.

Sergeant Street Jacket - $178.00

Overview:
*60% Viscose, 40% Wool
*Dry Clean
*Import

Description:
Long wool blend coat with rounded metal buttons. Pockets on either side with pleats below. Rounded metal button detailing on the sleeves. Pleating in back. Floral print lining.


Measurements for Size Medium:
Length: 35 1/2"
Chest: 38 1/4"
Waist: 34"

Velvet Foliage Dress - $98.00

Overview:
*Machine Wash
*Import

Description:
Velvet print dress with drop waist and gathering along waist line. Button detailing at the lower back. Hidden pocket detailing on either side in the front. Scoop neck front and back.

Measurements for Size Medium:
Length: 34"
Chest: 36 1/2"
Waist: 37 1/2"

Egg Blue and Grey Heather Cotton Jersey Dress - $120.00

Overview:
*Made from cotton jersey

Description:
This dress is clean design, super flattering and fun to wear! It's made from a robins egg blue and grey heather cotton jersey. The neckline is a simple scoop, the sleeves and folded detail at the shoulders have raw edges. The ties are attached at the sides, and can be tied in front or back.

Dahlia Purple cotton jersey Allways Dress - $128.00

Overview:
*Made from cotton jersey

Description
This dress is made of a purple cotton jersey. It has a scoop neckline, tulip sleeves, and a flounce at the bottom. The stitching is all done in lavender. The belt can be worn knotted or in a bow at the front or the back. Because of the versatility of this dress, it has earned the name "Allways Dress".

Pittore Dress - $168.00

Overview:
*Side zip
*Cotton, silk; acetate lining
*Dry clean
*38"L
*Imported

Description:
A painter's palette of brilliant hues spreads across feminine lines, charming capped sleeves and a striking waistband. By Moulinette Soeurs.

The Carrie Necklace in Robins Egg Blue - $30.00

Overview:
Due to the hand dyed nature of the ribbon, no 2 necklaces will be exactly the same.

Description
Named after my favorite lady in Sex and The City! This necklace is inspired by my love for fashion! Elegant and sexy! Beautiful hand dyed silk ribbons in robins egg blue or Tiffany Blue are connected to silver hammered ovals, large creamy white pearls finish the look. The necklace hangs at approximately 18 inches, and closes with a silver lobster claw clasp. I have tied a cute little bow on both sides for a little something extra! Enjoy!!

FRAME PURSE / Echino dots dots dots - $25.00

Overview:
*quality compressed fleece sewn in for structure
*lining constructed from single piece
*all corners and stress points double-stitched
*superior quality Japanese silver nickel frame

Description:
This lovely good sized frame purse is made from a simple but adorable Echino fabric with polka dots prints imported from Japan. Compressed fleece is sewn between main body and lining for structure and extra protection. You can use it on its own as a small purse, or you can keep everything safe inside your handbag, such as your cell phone, ipod, camera and so on.

GIANT CHECK SCARF - $335.00

Overview:
*Cashmere
*66" x 12"
*Dry clean
*Made in Scotland

Description:
Giant, cashmere scarf in a check pattern with fringe trim.

Leaftop Booties - $248.00

Overview:
*Side zip
*Leather upper
*Leather insole
*2.75" stacked leather heel
*4"H
*Imported

Description:
Laser cut olive branches top a smooth expanse of leather, spreading peace with every step.

Over And Under Wedges - $80.00

Overview:
*Leather upper, insole
*Synthetic sole
*1.25" leather wrapped wedge
*Imported

Description:
A sweet gathered knot adorns the toe of these low-rise peep toes. By Seychelles.

The Original wellington for Women - $125

Overview:
*Upper : Vulcanised natural rubber construction, built on an orthopaedic last for the legendary *Hunter fit
*Outsole : Traditional calendered natural rubber sole
*Lining : Quick dry knitted nylon lining
*Footbed : Multi-layer cushioned sponge insole
*Weight : 1900 gms/pair (size 7)

Description:
Legendary for comfort and fit. A general use boot, perfect for everything from shopping to walking the dog. Its design has won it iconic status and made it a must have fashion statement.



So... there's a start!

Penelope's Room

Small Vintage Lawn Gnome - Vinyl Branch Wall Decal - Monarch Butterfly & Moss Terrarium - Lichen Explosion Terrarium - Framed Landscape Painting - Colorful Crocheted Pillow - Beautiful Tufted Sofa - Tufted Titmouse Photograph - Shabby Chic Chalk Board - Tweet Tweet Quilt - Orange Bird Cage - Orange Vintage Vase

butter LONDON's 2010 Collection, a tribute to McQueen.

butter LONDON, with their 2010 Collection paying tribute to Alexander McQueen, have some really unique and fun colors.

Ummm...

OKay, I think I might have just become a fan of Land's End.

Uh, I know... what?  But check out these cardigans!  Lots of colors, and all for $39.50.  Yes, you read that right.  I think I want one in every color!  You can never -ever- have too many cardigans.  I don't care where they come from.

Guy Style

Grizzly Bear - Two Weeks

How can I get my boyfriend to dress like these guys? Maybe it's time for some things to go mysteriously missing while other things mysteriously appear?

Easy Summer Hair!

8 New Ways to Rock a Braid

Easy Summer Hairstyles

I found the dress!

We are throwing a Mad Men themed BBQ this summer, and this is the dress I'm going to wear! Now I've got to just find a suitable pair of shoes...

Vintage-Contemporary minus looking contrived?

Okay, so I really love the vintage look. How do you achieve that vintage look while staying contemporary and not having the whole thing look contrived?

I think The J. Peterman Company is a good place to start:

Short-Sleeve 1947 Dress

Fiji Sarong Dress

Edda van Heemstra Hepburn Rushtons Coat

Curved Placket Jacket

Beautiful People Pants

I have to admit, I fantasize about an entire J. Peterman Company wardrobe on a regular basis. Now... I just need to figure out how to make more money to be able to afford it... hahaha.

Garage sale??

I mean that might kill a bird and a half with one stone (the whole bird being getting rid of lots of stuff and making room for the new stuff (the 1/2 bird... because I know there's no way I could make enough selling my old clothes to pay for all my new ones)

I'm Obsessed.

I can't get enough of Mad Men makeup. I need to update my wardrobe so I can rock this everyday.   I wish there was a store that was full of Mad Men-type styles.  O, wait, there is: Via's Vintage, and of course Mod Cloth.  I'm about ready to toss out all my clothes and replace them with finds from both these places.  I'll top off with my fabulous new clothes with corresponding makeup.  MAC makes some excellent eye colors.  I love Shroom, Soft Brown, and Rosy Outlook for shadows, with a Fluidline liner in Rich Ground.  Perfection!

Braids. Part 2.