Black and Brown

My friend and I were discussing one of our fall must-haves: tall brown boots.  She asked what I thought about wearing them with black jeggings.  In the past I have had issues with the whole wearing-brown-with-black thing, however I am now willing to reconsider if it's done right.  Here are some 'right' examples I found on Pinterest.

The Vogue Diaries

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I think in all of these the key is to keep everything neutral and have at least one other accessory in the same brown color. 

Lucky Life Contest - Dinner Party

 Here is a sneak peek at my latest entry for the Lucky contributor contest. This entry is all about planning a dinner party. I love Lucky Magazine, and I'm so excited to even try to win. Go here to vote!

The Look by fowndolove featuring metal watches

LOFT boat neck top
$55 - loft.com

Maybelline
$5.49 - walgreens.com

FOSSIL metal watch
$115 - fossil.com

MAC - Select Sheer Pressed Powder # NC30 12g/0.42oz
$30 - yesstyle.com

Stila Cheek Convertible Color
$25 - zappos.com

Buy Revlon Colorstay for Normal/Dry Skin Makeup with SoftFlex SPF 15,...
$13 - drugstore.com

Dolce Vita das mulheres para a Target ® sandálias de corda Wedge -...
$30 - target.com

Ferm Living Falling Leaves Wall Stickers – Black
$55 - coggles.com

Check out downloadandprint.com for FREE customizable invitations.

Pin of the week

I've decided to stop just pinning, and start doing.  I am really intentional with my pins on Pinterest. (check it out if you haven't yet. It's a visual pin board of your internet findings.) I only pin things that I would do/wear/eat/make.  So, I am putting it into action. I want to do/wear/eat/make at least 1 thing a week and post my results. So, I started with an easy one. Isn't that the best way to start? Another coffee picture...

Atlantic-Pacific.blogspot.com  found on Pinterest

I need more braelets! And more coffee!

Day to Night

I'm working on my project for Lucky Magazine, and thought I would share with you.  Here is my take on transforming a look from day to night.  I need your votes to move on to the next round. Vote here     http://contribute.luckymag.com/blog/my_go_to_beauty-134/the_addition_of_glamour-545.

Day

Night

Fownd a Deal

 

Fossil $158

I love this Fossil bag!  I saw it in the new Fossil catalog.  A few days later, I was walking through Target, and I found this cute look-a-like for 1/6 of the price.  Your welcome.

Target $24.99

Fighting Summer Frizz

Aussie Heat Protecting Shine Spray

Aussie 3 Minute Miracle

Fighting the frizzies? This summer, my hair has been dry and frizzy.  Since I don't really have a hair budget right now, I was excited to find these products at Target for around $3 each.  The shine spray has made my hair softer, and the 3 Minute Miracle adds moisture.

Suave Sleek shampoo and conditioner

 

 I picked this shampoo up at my local grocery store the other day for around $2, and was pleasantly surprised with my results.  My hair really felt more smooth.  Here is their claim: Salon proven to smooth dry or frizzy hair as well as Matrix® sleek.look® shampoo and conditioner* **  

What are your summer hair fixes?

Fownd A Fun Hairstyle

 

I found this fantastic video tutorial on how to get bohemian waves.  Sunnie Brook Jones has a great beauty blog with short, informative, fun posts, videos, and tips.  I tried this and here are my results: 

shirt: Marshall's, belt: Rue21, shorts: made from a pair of capris

The next day, I used the same technique with a smaller curling iron, and that gave me the look I was wanting.

Fownd Some Beads

 

As I was perusing through Michael's the other day, I spotted these beads and knew I needed to create something with them.  I chose the easiest thing - a stretch bracelet.  Here's how easy this is:

Fownd: Francessca's Collection

You know when you just need (want) to run out and get a new top or dress for an outing or for retail therapy? Normally for me that would include a quick trip over to Target or Kohl's, but not anymore.  Francesca's Collection is a beautiful little boutique full of everything girly.  First I ran into shelves and tables of jewelry, purses, gifts, and trinkets. I noticed the racks of beautiful clothes, nestled up against the walls in the back of the store. Did I meticulously rummage my way through it all? Nope, my radar took me right to the middle of the store where I found the sale table. My instincts were right that day, because I found an outfit for under $30.  That's right, I got this strapless black and white print dress, black cardigan, and black purse with gold hardware.  Each item was 30% off the sale price.  What a deal!  Francesca's has locations all over the country, and an fun website that you can order from.  If you sign up for their email list you will be able to get in on some fantastic deals. 

dress, purse, cardigan: Francesca's Collection  watch: Fossil  shoes: Target

Fownd Heirlooms

It's so great to find something beautiful that can also pay honor to your family.  I found a few treasures from my grandparent's house this weekend.  Sometimes when you have to let go, it helps to have a little something to hold onto.

A pretty, safe place to hold my rings while I slather on beauty products

A handkerchief that belonged to my grandfather

Even a cute black belt

shirt-Walmart   jeans-Banana Republic

Thursday (Late)lies

Well, here I am late tonight, still wanting to post my Thursday favorites.  It's technically still Thursday, so I'm cool.  Don't forget to check out Thursday Latelies at bex...a style diary.

I have been too busy to get cute enough to post full pics, so here are some feet shots of what I have been loving lately... jeweled flats.  I found these beauties at Target.

I have been inspired lately by Chloe at thechloeconspiracy.com.  She is amazingly stylish, and I love her flats.

So when I spotted these in Vegas in the Monte Carlo Hotel, I couldn't resist.

Technically, and oddly enough, my dad bought both of these for me.  He is my #1 fan.  Always has been. :)

Fownd: Party Ideas

1. Name banner created with Word
2. Party hat idea and tutorial from Oh Happy Day!
3. Letter monograms from Martha Stewart
4. Pom-Poms tutorial from Martha Stewart
5. Number cake templates from Martha Stewart
6. Month-by-Month banner created with www.picnik.com

7. Monogram sign inspired by Oh Happy Day!

I hit up the local JoAnn's for some scrapbook paper and ribbon, and the dollar store for tissue paper, plates, cups, napkins, and plastic table cloths. It took a lot of time to create these, but it was fun and I like them better than store-bought decor. There are a lot of websites and Etsy shops where you can buy party decorations and print them out.  They are very cute, but with a little research I was able to find everything I wanted online for free.

If you have any type of party coming up, you should check out Karas Party Ideas. It's an amazing blog with tons of ideas and pictures.

Birds of a Feather

 I wanted to share this cute summer dress with you.  I haven't been a dress girl since I was 5, but they became my favorite thing to wear when I was pregnant last year.  I do feel a bit more put together when I wear them.  Even this light, summery one.  One thing I like about this dress is the subtle pattern. In these pics you probably can't tell that there are little birds all over it.  I've been drawn to patterns with birds lately, which is interesting because I have always had this strange phobia about birds flying near my head. I know... it's weird.

p.s. My door is really not crooked, I'm just learning how to use a tripod.

Dress: Walmart $12   Cardigan: Marshall's   Shoes: Target

30% off at Francesca's Collections

One of my favorites at Francesca's Collection

Check out Dear Baby, a beautiful blog, and get a code to get 30% off at Francesca's Collections good through May 11. I already own two of their dresses that I bought at ridiculous prices with discounts like this one. Oh yeah, and a cardigan, purse, and sunglasses.  I finally bought a tripod today, so (fingers crossed) I will post pics soon.

Loving Coral

I am loving this new nail polish color I received for my birthday (Thanks, Dad). I love the color!  It's actually called "Papa Don't Peach". (Perfect!)  I don't know why I haven't tried this color before.  I usually go for a pink, red, or light shimmery color for summer. This is my new pink! I love the way it looks on my toes. It also comes with a cute little flower toe ring. It's available online or at Ulta.

Mom always said I should be a foot model. This one's for you, mom.

I have been wanting this new lip/cheek color from Pixi. It's called "Coral Camellia". It has lip balm in the tube and a coordinating lip/cheek tint in the cap. I love makeup that's two in one.  It's available online or at Target.