My 2012 Summer Fun Bucket List

As a follow up to my earlier blog post this week {here}, I've compiled a list of random things I would love to do this Summer.  They are all pretty attainable, so I am looking forward to enjoying the next few weeks of "living in the moment."

 

1. Attend an African dance class
2. Be more spontaneous
3. Catch fireflies at night and then release them
4. Continue learning French
5. Create a family recipe
6. Create a few Fashion D.I.Y. pieces with friends {join us click here}
7. Create a “Live, Laugh, Love” scrapbook
8. Discover new “Reds + Whites” {wine that is . . .}
9. Divorce all electronics for a weekend {and Social Media}
10. Fly a kite on the Mall
11. Go on a nature hike with my Mom
12. Journal and meditate in the evenings
13. Jump double dutch
14. Learn to swim
15. Learn about another culture
16. Lie on the grass watching the clouds float across the sky, without a care in the world
17. Lodge at a quaint Bed and Breakfast on the Eastern Shore
18. Make fresh squeezed lemonade and frozen margarita pops for the girls
19. Make a fashion collage for my home office using high fashion bridal images
20. Master eating with chopsticks
21. Perfect by backhand swing and backhand slice {Tennis}
22. PJs and movie night with my Love
23. Play golf?  {Maybe} 
24. Play dress up
25. Randomly paint on canvas while listening to Jazz {Coltrane and Davis to be exact}
26. Ride a bike in the City
27. Sing karaoke in a seedy bar {smile}
28. Spend more time with family and friends
29. Take books to a children's hospital
30. Teach my daughter how to set a fancy table setting
31. Visit the Farmer’s Market and pick local fruit to make a salad
32. View the fireworks from a rooftop

 Have you created your Summer Bucket List - if not, what's stopping you?  

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D.I.Y. Summer Fashion Party

We are putting the final touches on our first annual D.I.Y. Summer Fashion Party scheduled on Saturday, August 4, 2012 from 2p - 5p at the Bowie Library located at 15210 Annapolis Road- Bowie, Maryland!

 

  Join other fashionable D.I.Y. Gurus as they create unique fashions and revamp old accessories for a fraction of the cost effortlessly!  Interested in joining us? {http://lnkd.in/9ZYENa}

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Friday's Favorite Look - Something Sweet + Simple

Friday's Favorite Look - Compliments of Chanel

My Weekly Swoon - Glitter & Gold Nails

I heart the glitter and gold french manicure!  I'm on my way to the nail salon to recreate this look to rock for the rest of the week.  It's so cool how we can now express ourselves with fun nail designs and the current selection of nail lacquer colors are out of this world! Tell us, is there a particular nail design or lacquer color/brand you've been dying to try?  Are you inspired by pretty nails? 

I will post a picture of my manicure shortly! xo

 

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{Save The Date - This Saturday!} Bloomingdale DC's Community Yard Sale

Out with the old, in with the new - in the heart of DC’s Bloomingdale neighborhood . . . .

I've edited my closet over the Mother’s Day weekend and will be selling gently worn items  this Saturday at Bloomingdale DC's Community Day Yard Sale.  The Yard Sale will be held at  Crispus Attucks Park from 8a until 2p.  This private community park is between the unit blocks of U Streets and the 2000 blocks of North Capitol & 1st streets. 

Items for Sale:  Quality shoes {7.5/8}, accessories {trendy and vintage pieces}, handbags, beauty products, clothes (size 4 to 6), CD's and books.  As an incentive, for every $25 spent, you will be able to select a fabulous item from my "Fab & Free" goodie box.  Complimentary sweet treats at my table while they last. Credit cards accepted; however, cash is preferred. Don’t forget to bring your signature shopping tote and your girlfriends!

High fashion at fair prices. . . .

A Unique Shopping Experience - The Styleliner Graced DC !

Joey Wolffer, Curator and Founder of  The Styleliner, the world's first luxury treasure chest on wheels pulled up and valet parked at the W Hotel Washington, DC last night.  Ms. Joey (as I've coined her), has an eye for stylish finds and carefully selects her one-of-a-kind accessories from around the world.  

Who would have thought that a converted 27-foot potato chip truck could house such swoon worthy items!  This couture mobile walk in closet is loaded with a mix of both investment and trendy pieces and we captured a few of our faves below. Oh, and I visited P.O.V. Roof Terrace Lounge for my favorite signature cocktail, The Hemingway, fun times {wink}.

Have questions or want to contact Ms. Joey for a private viewing - check her out on Facebook!

(Day #2} 30 Day Summer Fashion Photo Challenge

Day #2 - A piece of clothing or jewelry that was a gift . . . .

Love this gold bib necklace!  It was a gift to myself while visiting Champagne, France last month.  It's so heavy, I feel like I am wearing an anchor{but fashion is uncomfortable, right}?

{Day #1} 30 Day Summer Fashion Photo Challenge

Yeaah, the first day of the Summer Fashion Photo Challenge and I'm excited!  Day #1 is your favorite blouse and I absolutely adore this versatile Ann Taylor silk top.  Yellow instantly makes me happy and it's the perfect color for Spring/Summer (and all other Seasons too!)

There's still time to join the challenge - don't be shy.

Monday's Bridal Obsession - Spring 2013 Bridal Collection

Truly an unexpected twist in color, construction and appeal.  Would you wear this gown on your special day?

Wedding Wednesday ● We Love BVLGARI Mon Jasmin Noir

Unexpectedly Modern . .  Refined . . . Sexy . . .  Classy . . .

 This is a follow up to a previous Weddzilla blog post that we shared with our clients and friends last Monday regarding our favorite Spring scents.   We've just added BVLGARI Mon Jasmin Noir {which was launched earlier this year} to the list of must-haves for our clients.  We were introduced to this intoxicating fragrance while attending the Cosmetic Trend Show last Saturday at the Nordstrom located in the Towson Town Center Mall.

This Eau de Parfum dazzles the senses and if you have a deep appreciation for exotic woods, fresh citrus notes mingled with vibrant spices this fragrance is for you.  We noticed that the bottle was a bit contoured and cut like a gem, which is slightly different from the Pour Femme and Rose Essentielle bottles {which are our faves too}. 

Since the fragrance is very seductive and sensual, it could be worn on your honeymoon or date night.  So, the next time you visit your favorite fragrance counter, do not forget to spritz a bit of Mon Jasmin Noir on your pulse points and let us know what you think.

Top notes:

Lily of the Valley

Middle notes:
Sambac Jasmine

Bottom notes:

Musky nougatine + vibrant wood

Monday's Inspirational Photo • With This Ring I Thee Seat

Complete the look of your table setting at your next intimate dinner party or wedding with these recycled french inspired napkin rings by BROOKLYNrehab.  We love these  porcelain beauties for many reasons  - such as they are eco-chic, they scream "quiet elegance," can serve as a favor, gift tag or place card holder, and will definitely spark conversation among your guests.