SUMMER UNIFORMS

April 30, 2010

I would be deliriously happy if I could dress myself exclusively in these outfits from Calypso’s Summer Lookbook: Lived in Luxe. I’m definitely taking notes for my summer wardrobe: gauzy tops, rolled shorts, tribal prints, straw accessories and tousled hair….

Looks like perfection to me!

P.S I apologize for my lack of comments recently, life has been a little crazy with the move.

I am reading (and loving) your posts though!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

April 30, 2010

A year ago today I started this little blog as an outlet for my love of fashion, design, decor and just about everything in between. S&S has definitely evolved over the past year, just as I have. There was a time when I was feeling particularly uninspired and almost shut down for good–I’m glad I didn’t!

A big thanks to followers new and old (I still can’t believe there are over 300 of you now!!) I love reading your comments, getting your feedback and reading your own blogs.

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I hope S&S continues to to entertain you and maybe even give you a little escape from the work day. We all need a little procrastination every once in awhile!

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If there was to be a real life S&S b-day party you can bet this sequined zebra pinata would be there!

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My question for you is, is there anything you’d like to see more of/less of on S&S in the next year? I’d love to hear your suggestions!

LOVE V. LUST: IKAT DRESSES

April 29, 2010

After yesterday’s post on ikat for your kitchen, Fallon from A Lovely Being (visit her blog, it’s amazing!!) commented that she was searching for a cute ikat dress. Always up for a challenge of the online shopping variety, I did a little hunting. Here’s what I found…

Lust:

Gucci $4,700

DVF $345.00

Love:

ASOS $109.91

Warehouse $62.00

Tilly’s $38.99

Lulus $52.00

Forever 21 $14.50

Forever 21 $22.80

Forever 21 $16.90

I tried to find a variety of price points so that there’s something for everyone.

Hope you found one you like Fallon!

IKAT FOR YOUR KITCHEN

April 28, 2010

These ikat tea towels and oven mitts from Pomegranate, Inc. were too great not to share! The pink/red combo is my favorite but they also have a green/blue and turquoise/red. At only $14.00 and $18.00/pair respectively, these would make excellent gifts for a stylish hostess!

LITTLE LUXURIES

April 28, 2010

I’ve been craving a little luxury in my life lately since most of my time has been spent covered in paint splatters. A new perfume would do the trick, don’t you think? I’ve always wanted one of the delicious scents from Bond No. 9 and after picking up a sample of their newest fragrance, High Line, I’m officially obsessed. If a new perfume isn’t in the cards, I could be persuaded to settle for this gorgeous Park Ave. candle. It certainly would help get rid of the terrible paint fumes! Have you treated yourself to a little indulgence lately? We deserve it, right?!