{on display}

Inspired to find a way to display my collection of jewelry,

since I have such a hard time keeping it all together!

{what's the time??}

Silly or Amazing???

{happy list}

~a beautiful chandelier hanging over a kitchen table~

~an inspiration board to tack up all your latest favorites~

~a pretty vase filled with colorful buds that remind you of spring~

~Mulberry "Alexa" bag....someday~

~a great collection of coffee table books to pass the time with~

{pink citron}

This is the newest addition to my Voluspa candle collection,

thanks to the fiance,

and I am crazy about it!

The candle has a subtle grapefruit scent with a hint of rose.

So yummy, and the packaging all of their candles comes in is to die for.

The best part....this 12 oz candle will burn for 100 hours!!!

Not bad for the $28 price tag.

{perfection}

While I have Kate Spade on my mind...

why not take a look at this lovely room from her home.

I am in love with this space.

The wall color is so perfect with the chunky white molding around the doorway; the photo gallery, even the red and white striped chair is just darling.

(if you know me, I am not a fan of red, but it totally is just what this space needs for it to "pop"!!!)

{swooning}

I have stumbled upon this beautiful set of china designed by Kate Spade for Lenox.

Needless to say, I have become quite taken by them.
The platinum polka dots screaming my name!

I can imagine how great these would make a table look for a special occasion, or the not so special occasion, when you want your take-out to feel much more glam.

{loving love}

Valentine's Day was bittersweet this year.

Matt being away for school meant not being together this year, which has been hard, but also very good for both of us in a lot of ways. One thing is for sure, distance surely does makes the heart grow fonder. I can't imagine loving someone more than I love Matt, and what a lovely feeling that is to have. Valentine's Day has always been one of my favorite days; even when I was single, it is just such a beautiful, romantic holiday that reminds you how important it is to have love in your life. I spent my Valentines with two of my favorite people in this world; my amazing mother and my beautiful best friend Sydney. We spent the day shopping, getting wedding ideas, and them watching me try on gorgeous wedding dresses. Love is so much more than having a boyfriend, fiance, or husband; it is having people in your life that make your life worth living. I am so grateful that I have been blessed with such wonderful friends family, and an adoring fiance! What a lucky in love girl I am!

Wishing everyone a beautiful, hopelessly romantic week. xo

{who says...}

a beautifully wrapped package can't be just as amazing as what is inside???

{currently enjoying}

Tonight I am enjoying

a quiet night at home, complete with a warm blanket,

wonderful candles, a cup of hot chocolate, and a good book.

Chilly winter nights do have their advantages...sometimes.

{I resolve to...}

I love the new year because it is always a time for self evaluation and the ability for a fresh slate. This year I am focusing on bettering myself, being more appreciative, and surrounding myself with beauty that will inspire me. Here is a list of my "resolutions" that I will hopefully be able to work on through out the wonderful year of 2011....

Become better organized and de-clutter!

Save money for my wedding

Read often and stay inspired

Thank my parents for all that they do

Work hard to finish my last semester strong

Stay better connected with people I care about

Let my friends know how appreciated they are

Be more romantic

Find my dream job, or one that will advance me to where I want to be

Write more love letters

Experiment creatively

Be kinder towards all people

Eat healthy, and Exercise more often

Make 2011 a year to remember!

{lets celebrate!!}

Its the last day of 2010, and what a wonderful and beautiful year it has been. There is so much to look forward to this year, but most of all, a wonderful new year filled with the promise of new beginnings. Wishing you all a very happy and lovely New Years!!
Welcome 2011, I am expecting great things from you!
*cheers*

{mucho dinero}

As most of you know, I have a near obsessive compulsive disorder with nail polish and painting my nails. Here is my new favorite color, Mucho Deniro by Essie. So pretty and feminine on and the very so perfect neutral.