jewelry makes me happy.

I am absolutely an accessories girl. I almost never leave the house without earrings.  Even at the gym, I rock my pearl studs.  Perhaps it’s my inner magpie that I keep mentioning….the part of me that likes shiny things and little trinkets and curiosities.  Whatever the case, I always enjoy finding new jewelry – especially […]

all i want for christmas.

All I want for Christmas is…. Everything in the J. Crew holiday catalog (or a gift card!) And no I am not being overly dramatic or hyperbolizing one little bit.   I love every single thing in there.  Even the kids stuff.  This J. Crew catalog kind of makes me want to procreate if only […]

maybe i’m part magpie.

Maybe I’m part magpie. Because when I saw these adorable TOMS my immediate reaction was: “Oooooh! Shiny!” I’ve swooned over the gold glitter TOMS for quite some time, but was never sure if I’d be able to pull off something that shiny.  Well, these gold herringbone TOMS are the perfect in between, gold and shiny, but […]

ooooh! shiny!

I am in love with…. Every single piece in Rachel Blakley’s etsy shop is pure perfection.   Simple, polished and delicate – but not too precious. Her pieces have a slight organic feel and a definite edge. Here are a few of my favorites…. Add it to my wishlist :). xo {Lauren}

i heart birthdays.

Birthdays are my favorite. Even though I don’t especially love getting older, I still love the idea of having a special day that’s all about me.  I know that’s kind of narcissistic, but it’s true.  I love other people’s birthdays too – especially Craig’s.  I love that our birthdays are exactly one week apart (Mine’s August 12th […]