Is it Spring Yet?

This weekend felt like spring for the first time.  It was absolutely glorious and got me thinking towards beach and camping trips, sitting outside in the afternoons, and cute, leg-barring skirts.  Although, really, these poor white things need some color first.  Which reminds me of a story...

While tubing in San Marcos one summer day, I walked up to the tube renting booth, handed over my money, and boarded the bus to go to the start of the chutes.  When we got to our destination I got off and went to grab my tube from our driver.  Before he handed it over he looked me up and down and with an enviable Texas accent he said, "Woowee honey, I reckon you got yourself a case of the white leg."  Embarrassing.  And creepy.  And why I spent a few summers being self conscious about my paleness.  Thank you mister, you're a gem, really.

But anyway.  Im pale and proud now and flaunting my legs in this wonderful 70 degree weather... until it gets cold again - tomorrow.  Why must the Texas weather be so wishy-washy?

Silk Button Down  /  Sunglasses  /  Satchel  /  Mini Skirt  /  Sandals  /  Necklace  /  Watch

The Living Room: Basics & Frills

In a few months Nick and I will be moving into a new place!  I'm pretty ecstatic to say the least - a little because we are actually moving but mostly because it's new and different and it is filled with bare, white walls, uncovered windows, and lonely cabinets all waiting to be livened up with the stuff that makes a house a home.  Ahh, my heart flutters just imagining it.

But let us come back down to earth now, I've got things to get done.  Seeing as Nick and I are combining our things we have discussed furniture and we will be using my living room things since they are of the newer, non 1980s, variety.  Which is good because I planned on loosing that floral couch somewhere between here and there - but y'all didn't hear anything.

So I decided to make a few mood boards (and I'll be doing this for other rooms as well) that show the basics and the frills.  These are mostly the things that I had when I lived in my little one bedroom, plus a few things I plan on getting to help us grow into a larger space.

Antique Bronze Clock - Target, Khaki Sofa - Sams, Large Milk Crate - Target, Adjustable Floor Lamp - Target, Tear Drop Lamp Base (Target in stores), Industrial Coffee Table - Urban Outfitters, Jute Rug - Target, Ladder Bookshelf - Target, Leather Club Chairs - Target

The basics are just that - basic.  I stayed with a neutral palette so that the "bones" of the room would stand the test of time and provide a solid starting point for a variety of styles.  As we get older, I'm sure our taste's will change and these pieces will allow us that luxury.

Plaid Throw - Target,  Side Table - Urban Outfitters, Floral Curtain - Target, Velvet Pillow - Pier 1, Lamp Shade - Target, Tulips, Basket - Target, Captain's Mirror - Target

Oh and the frills.  The fun part of the post.  I love anything and everything and therefor pinpointing a style is pretty difficult for me.  I like I hint of industrial and a splash of vintage with some natural glam for good measure.  But really, my living room has always been a big collection of colors and styles and it has always made me feel good.  And that's the point isn't it?

What do you guys think?  Do you use this same school of thought when decorating your homes? Why or why not?

Girly Poppy and Leopard

So maybe the weather forecast for tomorrow (here in Texas) has me feeling a little bit too hopeful for spring - and spring outfits.  So really, this is an ode to the upcoming season - please hurry up and please bring these lovely clothes with you.  Much appreciated.

Earrings - J. Crew  //  Necklace - Anthropologie  //  Top - J. Crew  //  Bracelet - Madewell  //  Pants - Lord and Taylor  //  Bag - Louis Vuitton via Bag, Borrow, or Steal  //  Shoes - Madewell

When You're a Desk Snob

If you're anything like me then you put extensive thought into desk accessories.  It's like decorating an entire room - but its just my desk.  Lovely.  But I'm okay with it if you are!  Seeing as I am moving soon I see an opportunity to re-decorate and here are some of the things that I am loving.

1. Madewell Polka Dot Notebook  //  2. Anthropologie Mug  //  3. Brass Horse Letter Opener  //  4. Golden Animal Magnets  //  5. Hob Nob Seaglass Candle  //  6. Sweet Briar Notebooks  //  7. Union Jack Matchbook

What I Wish I Was Wearing

Here is a little taste of what I wish I were wearing, if I weren't cozied up in my sweats.  I know, I know, poor me.  We've been hit with a surprise cold front and it'd take something big, like food, to get me to leave the house right now.

Sweater - J. Crew, Necklace - Anthropologie (sold out), Plaid Shirt - Woolrich, Boots - Frye, Jeans - J. Crew, Bag - Madewell

So here's to hoping its not so cold where you guys are!  I'll just be here, riding this out.  And dreaming of winter outfits for days when it isn't so wintery.