Evolultion Of Smooth

Meet my lips new best friend and my drugstore find of the week, the Evolution of Smooth Sweet Mint Lip Balm!  I have seen these little brightly colored orbs in the drugstore before and always thought “Why would I want such a huge lip balms rolling around in my bag?!?”.  Lately, as the weather is colder and drier, I have found myself applying lip balm almost every 30 minutes.  Whenever I’m out I find myself either digging into the deep recesses of my bag for minutes on end unable to find my chapstick, or sweetly asking my hubby if he’s carrying his and if I could borrow it for just a sec.  It has become a bit annoying for both of us, so I decided to give one of these strange looking lip balms a try and I’m in LOVE!!!!  I tend to be drawn to all things mint so that is the first variety that I’ve tried, but they do come in a plethora of flavors.

The good news is that they are packing SPF 15 and they tout that they are PABA free and gluten free (not sure how much that’s going to matter to folks) and my favorite statement I like to see on make-up packages Not Tested on Animals! So head out to your local CVS or Walgreens and let me know what you think.

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  Necklace and Earrings Of The Day

So I’m veering a bit off my Statement Necklace of the Day to showcase a necklace and pair of earrings that I fell in pretty with today.  I don’t know if it was all the white snow surrounding me that was behind my love or the desire to be on a beach filled surrounded by white sand, either way this jewelry is divine.

Calypso St. Barths, Carlotta Earrings and Disc Mop Necklace

BTW… why WordPress  has refused to center these images is beyond me.  I formally refuse to fight anymore.

    

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  Thank You Kate’s Mom

I’m typically not one to post photos of myself, but I wanted to make an exception so that I could say a very big thank you to my friend Kate’s mom.  She made me this awesome scarf.  It is the second time she has hand knitted me one of these awesome “round all in one neck scarves”… okay, there has to be a better name for it…I just checked out  J Crew and they call them snoods.  What the what!  I don’t think I can get behind calling my “round all in one neck scarf” a snood so for now it will either remain nameless or be the thing with many names.  Anyway, I want to say thank you so, so, so, so much to Mrs. Adeletti for her loving generosity.  Last time I wrote a thank you note, but this time I felt like I a little bit bigger thank you was in order.

For all of my friends out there that like to tease me about the wallpaper in my kitchen, please refrain.  As much as the designer in me initially cringed every time I walked in the door I have now found peace with the hilariously out of scale 1940s farm life images.

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  Sprinkles!!!!!

What girl doesn’t like sprinkles.  Not this one!  I am a huge fan of sprinkles… on ice cream, on cakes, on cookies… and most definitely in the form of a bakery in LA that makes amazing cupcakes.  I’m heading out to LA tomorrow to visit one of my most fabulous friends.  On our long list of things to pack into 2.5 days are a hike, a visit to the beach, a few birthday parties, general sightseeing… yes I’m a bit shameful to admit a viewing of “Breaking Dawn” and most importantly some Sprinkles cupcakes.  Yay!

Just in case you wanted to laugh…  here is my favorite picture of me and Kate.  I’m sure we will take a few more wild ones this weekend. (BTW she is wearing a wig… since it’s Halloween… she doesn’t normally rock a fro).

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  Guest Blogger Katie DeWaal

I had the pleasure to have worked closely with Erin for the past year, and was constantly coveting her wardrobe selections! She truly has a sense for all things pretty, whether it is at the scale of a large commercial interiors space, or as detail-oriented as the perfect fashion accessory. Needless to say, her enthusiasm for style and design is contagious, and I am excited to be a part of this incredible blog!

I wanted to share a few things that I have recently been drooling over. While they may not be relevant to one another, they are all individually delicious! And in the spirit of this weekends shopping splurges, I will share a great gift idea for the pretty girl on your list!

This is such an adorable bracelet by Hive and Honey. I recently discovered it on Piperlime, and it is a great steal, at just $28!

While looking for an interesting mosaic tile, I came across this exquisite ikat mosaic by New Ravenna. I have an absolute obsession with the textural beauty that ikat can add to a space, so this is a favorite for me!

Have a holiday party to attend this year? Dazzle them with this stunning geometric sequins dress by Alice and Olivia.

Finish the holiday look with a pair of luscious red satin flats like these from J Crew.

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  Happy Birthday Mom!

Etsy Nidhi Shop: Braids, Mother and Daughter

I wanted to wish a very special lady happy birthday today.  Happy Birthday Mom!!!!!  She always made all of my birthday’s so special.  I remember my early birthdays at the rollerskating rink, then my tween years when she hosted gobs and gobs of my friends for slumber parties and my more recent birthdays enjoying a good meal at a favorite restaurant.  No matter what we ended up doing my Mom always made my day so special.  I hope the pizza party and multiple grandchildren helped make this year as special for you.  It never fails that I end up raiding my mother’s closet whenever I visit.  So in honor of my Mom and her great taste I’m going to share two of her current favorite things.

Kate Hines Pearl Jewelry: Oxford Necklace

Make sure to spend some time on Kate Hines’ website.  The jewelry is very classic, as pearls often are, and beautiful.  It would make a great gift for someone special this holiday season (cough, Dad, cough).

Ann Taylor Loft: Ruched Long Sleeve Tee

Long sleeve Tee from Ann Taylor Loft is another classic item.  You can always find my Mom in one of these brightly colored tees.  They’re comfortable, versatile, not too costly and they can be dressed up or down to take the look from day to night or from weekend to workday. (PS. They look great with pearls!) Looks like they are having  sale today online for 40% off.  I wonder if they new my Mom was such a loyal shopper?!?

Just in case no one gets the chance to make you your favorite lemon cake today I thought I could at least send you a cyber cake.  I know I learned my love of citrus, especially sweet citrus treats from you.  Next time we’re together we’ll treat ourselves to something tangy.

I love you and Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!

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  Friday Wrap Up

A gallery of a few things that inspired me and made me say “Oh now that’s pretty“ this week. Enjoy!

Grayson Manner Living Room from the show Revenge

Kelly Wearstler’s Brass Knot Sculpture

Tory Burch: Cicely Velvet High Heel Pump

West Elm Monogrammed Hammam Stripped Towels

Castle: Semi Spot 1

DVF: Clarice Dress

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