It's getting a wee big chilly in Chi town. I've layered up quite a bit, but this little gem could be just the ticket!


The idea of just wrapping myself in warmth with a cup of chai & a book sounds absolutely fabulous. Too bad the only relaxing I can do right now is sitting straight up in a chair with a pillow behind my back!
Now that leather couch? No wonder that woman is in a body sized blanket!!

Via Slanket
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Loved by Sarah

I'm telling you, I have this thing for octopi & it can't be stopped!


My Pet Octopus Cuff by

Via Notcot
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Loved by Adri

No picture today -- you have to clicky clicky...

Wildsville - The Art of Derek Yaniger Along the lines of my favorite Shag, this book likes something I need to have on my swingin' coffee table. I'm such a sucker for 50's art.

Via BoingBoing
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Loved by Sarah

I know I've been away for too long, but I really have just been trying to justify this ring. I mean honestly, wouldn't that look fancy on my finger? Oh quit it you sprite, stop sparking in my direction!


Via Saks
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Loved by Sarah

The people over at Hard Graft (formerly Working Class Heroes) came out with a very beautiful transforming laptop bag. How could one resist?

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Oh... it's 349 euroes? I can resist. For just a little bit.


Via Hard Graft
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Loved by Adri

How amazing is this!? A partnership with clothing company Toes on the Nose and Shag. Now when will they come out with mumu's? I'd be first in line...


I may just need to buy a pair of men's board shorts for at the beach just because!




Via Surf Expo thru Otto
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I just think these little tealight holders by Polli in Australia are so quaint and darling.




Can you imagine the pretty images they'll shine on your wall with the lights out? Perfect for a quiet evening in listing to NPR & drinking a little red wine.

Another thing I love? They make jewelry too!

Via Design*Sponge
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Loved by Adri

Well after testing out a few perfume samples that came with my dress delivery from Dillard's I was convinced it was time to establish a new signature fragrance. I've never been one to wear a singular perfume (because most give me headaches) and I tend to swap out fragrances for the seasons. Almost always vanilla-y scents Warm Vanilla Sugar & L'Occtaine's Vanilla Eau du Parfum in fall and winter, then on to citrus scents for spring, typically Love Spell, then on to beachy scents for summer like Bobbi Brown's Beach.

I had convinced myself I liked Sarah Jessica Parker's fragrance Lovely. I then stupidly wandered into Nordstrom's in South Coast Plaza and nonchalantly mentioned to the sales lady that I wasn't completely sold. Oh the twinkle in her eye....

Well after describing to her the scents I like, she swiftly handed me several test strips of Ralph Lauren, True Religion (yes, the jeans company) and a few others, then she hit the big time.... I fell hook line and sinker for a bright, grapefruity yet woodsy scent.

I now wear Hermès' Un Jardin Sur le Nil (translated: a garden on the Nile). And I smell delicious.




Yes, I have expensive taste... surprise surprise.



Via a Nordy's sales lady named Linda
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Loved by Adri

On a day of great importance here are are few fun bi-partisan crafts which may tickle your fancy.


Jason Hill Design screenprint


Lilylu necklace


Buttonhead button set


Jonah Day's hand embroidered bibs

Most important thing you can do today is get out and vote!
And get your free sticker! What a fashion statement... it'll also get you a free cup of joe @ Starbucks, a free doughnut @ Krispy Kreme, a free scoop of ice cream @ Ben & Jerry's, and reportedly a free chicken sandwich at Chick-Fil-A.

Via Etsy (1/2)
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Loved by Adri