Archive | February, 2012

Oscars: my best dressed list + inside this year’s greenroom

27 Feb

Here are my favorite looks this year (in no particular order):

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I am not very fond of  Angelina Jolie (TEAM JEN!!!) but I have to say she killed it. (Side note: yes we understand you have a leg.  And your repeated stance was a little bit of overkill throughout the night, don’t you think?)

Dress Designer: Atelier Versace

(Photo Courtesy of: WireImage)

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Maria Menounos looks gorgeous! I love the color of the dress, her hair looked great…so well put together.

Dress Designer:  Maria Lucia Hoha

(Photo courtesy of: WireImage)

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Simple lines, big statement.  Kudos to Emma Stone on this dress.

Dress Designer: Giambattista Valli Couture

(Photo Courtesy of Getty Images)

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Who was your favorite Red Carpet look this year?

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Now I’m going to take you backstage to Architectural Digest’s Greenroom.

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What is the greenroom you may ask?  Well it’s a VIP room put together each year where presenters and honorees can lounge.  Designed by Waldo Fernandez, this year’s greenroom was inspired by glamour of legendary Hollywood in the 30′s-40′s.

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Quite lovely don’tcha think?

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hill country modern

23 Feb

Welcome to this upscale home, located up the road from me in Wimberly, Texas.  Designed by Cunningham Architects out of Dallas,  this modern treasure is as beautiful as it is energy efficient.  Among the green building principles are use of local materials and harvesting rainwater on the rooftop.

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“Nestled on the edge of a bluff in the Texas hill country, the Wimberley residence quietly sits among the brush and trees, providing a peaceful respite for its inhabitants.” – Cunningham Architects

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“An “L” plan effectively separates the bedroom wing from the more public kitchen/living/dining room wing. As such, the house essentially is two discrete boxes, one of glass, and the other of stained cement fiber board, indicative of their respective functions.” – Cunningham Architects

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A few pictures of the interior!

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Don’t forget about the rooftop patio.  Ballin!

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I can already picture the rediculous pool parties that would happen here.

When can I move in???? :)

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(Picture sources:  Cunningham Architects website, and also on this link)

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color story: winter white

2 Feb

White is pretty much my all time favorite color.   It’s fresh.  Classic. Refreshing.

 The myth that white is just for summer or the beach has officially been busted!!  As we cross our fingers today for Punxsutawney Phil not to see his shadow, why not look at the beautiful white that can be found during this time of year?  Here’s some pictures to inspire you!

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Maybe it’s because it’s been almost 4 years since I lived in the snowy tundra, but images like this just make me happy.  So pretty to look at (but I sure don’t miss shoveling it!).

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White sweater dress + black accessories = classy and timeless.

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Aww these guys are so cute!

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White nails!

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White flowers in a white vase makes me MELT.

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Love this old barn!!

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White done right.

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(All images via Pinterest – if you’re not already on that site you are crazy )

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Looking for a way to rock that white but can’t wait until spring?  Don’t worry – here’s the hookup:

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a) Bombay Fog Pillow by CB2- On sale now for $24.95!

b) Braided Cardigan by Kenneth Cole – only $31.99 when you add it to your cart.

c) Madison Leather Abigail Shoulder Bag by Coach

d) Alpine Snow nailpolish by OPI

e) White Ceramic Cylinder Vases (found at my old workplace, Pizitz Home & Cottage!)

f) Contented Sweater Skirt by Anthropologie – was $118, now $59.95!

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