Anthropologie: The Realm of Mystics

I absolutely love the new catalog from Anthropologie. (I extra love them for printing on nice paper.) The theme is both magical and whimsical - or, in their words, visions of ethereal elegance.

Birthday Gift to Me!

Look at this adorable dress I bought from Anthro! I got a brand new fall riding jacket, too - fall fashion is the best.

Pretty Things: Prints! 06.09.2010

1. Boardwalk Patterns from Boxing Kitten
2. Pennants Duvet Cover from Urban Outfitters
3. Photograph from Lauren Ward for Urban Outfitters Blog
4. Parrot Print Jacket from Yvan Rodic
5. He Loves Me Rug from Anthropologie
6. OOAK Field of Flowers Skirt from Brigid Catiis

Pretty Things: Monday 06.07.2010

1. Indigo-stripe Schuyler Dress from J. Crew
2. Raw Diamond Earrings from kateszabone
3. Pretty-In-Pinking necklace from Anthropologie
4. Boogie Woogie Heels from Seychelles via Modcloth
5. Robin’s Song Peep-Toes from Anthropologie
6. Michelle Sunglasses from Banana Republic

Random Moments

Here are a few more snapshots of my weekend - before the rain came! Happy Saturday!!!

1. Me taking photos of me, looking rather pigeon-toed
2. The Wicked Hop, Milwaukee: always good for a drink on the sidewalk
3. Coquette Cafe, Milwaukee: authentic bistro fare in the Third Ward
4. Anthropologie: oh, how I love that store.
5. Lakefront Beer: My most favorite IPA this side of the ole’ Mississippi. Mmm.

My Green Love

Check out my newest acquisition!! Isn’t it perfectly feminine? I’m going to add a belt and some retro-inspired shoes, but it really is perfect as is. I cannot wait to wear it out!

Maeve Beda Dress via anthro

Spring Inspiration

Anthropologie, 2010 Spring Collection

via Strawberry Koi

ModCloth, Spring 2010

Fall Colors Revamped

Good news! You are not limited to wearing brown, forest green and mustard corduroy this fall. You don’t have to decorate the kitchen with harvest themed hand towels either. Bright, lively hues are totally in. While traditional colors are certainly acceptable and prevalent, you don’t have to ditch the mint scarf that you wore all summer. Brights are too much of a stretch? How about plums, warm grays and muted blues? You have no reason to be drab, so don’t.

I generally don’t shop at Pottery Barn, but I must say they do try hard. There is something to be said for effort. How I wish all things were colorful, clean and thoughtful (this includes people.) I was happy to stumble across this cheerful, nicely lit candle display occupying a quiet corner of an otherwise crowded, noisy mall. www.potterybarn.com

Anthropologie might be the most pleasant shopping experience anyone can have. The aesthetic is perfect from start to finish, a sensory rollercoaster that makes you sad when you have to leave. I love Anthropologie and these cute measuring spoons. They make me want to get all domestic and bake something. www.anthropologie.com