Retro Style Swimwear

White & Beige Lourdes Suit By Abaete:

I love that these retro style swimsuits are coming back in style!  Marilyn Monroe would be proud…

Stretch Silk Swimsuit by Abaete:

Soooo pretty.  Super flirty.  Very sexy!  I must have one.

…Or Sparkly Wine!

The WeddLady shares with us these lovely wine glasses.  Check out her cool idea for them HERE!

 You know me…I can’t pass up fun stemware!  I’m not sure where these glasses are from, but I’m sure they’d be super easy and fun to make! 

Sparkly oooh la la’s!

Eating Healthy Can Taste Sooooooo Good!

Three weeks ago, I joined Weight Watchers, as summer is pretty much almost here and I have so many weddings to look forward to!  I want to look GREAT, so I decided not to diet. 

Instead, I joined Weight Watchers, where I can eat whatever the heck I want to, and still lose weight!  Love it.  Progress so far?  Five pounds - vanished!  And the party continues…with really yummy food!

I highly suggest Weight Watchers to anyone who wants to lose weight, and keep it off - and to anyone who just wants to be healthier.  It’s the healthiest way to lose.  Plus, you get to eat whatever you want!  It’s all about making the right choices.  It’s not a diet…no, that’s a ”bad 4-letter word”!  It’s not a diet, my friends…it’s a ”lifestyle“.

They make it easy for you, using point values (Flex Plan) for each item of food you eat, so you can better keep track.  Not into keeping track of points?  Try their “Core Plan”, where it’s more about what you eat (example, food with more fiber)…and you can still incorporate points into your food, if it helps.  I’m on the Flex Plan.  I weigh in every week, it’s affordable and motivating!  It works.  For real!  You can even do it online if you don’t have time to go to meetings. 

(Oh, and by the way, you don’t HAVE to go to meetings, you can just weigh in and leave, but meetings are SO helpful!)

Wanna see what my sweet tooth is enjoying?  Here’s just a few…not bad, eh?  Key Lime Pie - uh, YUM!Only about 6 points per serving.  Get the recipe here.  OR For only 3 points, Yoplait Whips! Key Lime Pie - heavenly!

And of course, yours truly has to feed her coffee addiction!

Does it LOOK like I’m suffering?  Nope.  I’m loving every bit of it!

To learn more about how awesome Weight Watchers is, visit their website HERE!  Get your body and your life back, you deserve it!!!

Hosting a Bridal Shower?  “IDoSugar” Can Help!

Purchase some cardstock, then download and print FREE bridal shower invitations from IDoSugar!  They come in green, blue and pink.  How lovely!

Get even more ideas for planning a bridal shower at www.idosugar.com!

At the San Diego Museum of Art!

This post is for Denise over at Bellis Studios, who introduced me to the beautiful art by Georgia O’Keeffe!  If I could fly her out there to see this right now I would!  Maybe the exhibit will come to Chicago some day!

“O’Keeffe’s remarkable play of color and abstract form illustrate a path-breaking spirit of bold modernity. The exhibition includes early and rarely seen abstracted landscapes, works that originated from her experience in nature and are surprising for their visual dynamism and pared-down simplicity.

In the work of O’Keeffe, Stieglitz found a partner and the embodiment of the consummate modernist artist. Reinforcing the importance that Stieglitz placed in her artistic persona, the exhibition includes a vital sampling of the numerous photographs he took of O’Keeffe, presenting her as the iconic woman, favored model, and quintessential American modernist.” - www.sdmart.org

Planning A Wedding Or Hosting A Party?  I’ve Got Two Words For You…Luna Bazaar!

Luna Bazaar welcomes you to decor heaven with fabulous product in every color imaginable! 

They have a huge collection of gifts too.  How sweet are these Kimono Silk Coin Purses, for only $3.00?!

Think “bridesmaid gift idea“!

This shop offers several diffferent design and color themes, along with plenty of ideas to inspire you.

You’ll find exactly what you need to create the perfect atmosphere for entertaining!

 The best part?  You get to save some money, honey!  Not only do they offer beautiful product, but Luna Bazaar is also extremely affordable!  

You’ll have to see for yourself!  Go to www.lunabazaar.com and get ready to party!

Mui Mui Shoes!

Have you ever fallen in love with a pair of shoes like I have?  Check out my latest crush!

Want the look for less?  Check out the shoes in the last post below!

Have A Wedding Coming Up? 

Not sure what you’re going to wear yet?  No matter what kind of budget you’re on, Newport News has got you covered!  Dress to impress with several of their different style dresses, shoes and accessories!

This store also offers a line of bridesmaid dresses (on special now - order two or more of the same dress and get up to 20% off!). 

If you’ve already got the dress but need to find some great shoes, check out these jeweled lovies, originally $49.00, on sale now for only $39.00!  Love ‘em.

Check out the rest of the wedding collection HERE!

Good Stuff.

 After “YES”, Before “I DO” inspires us, with her new addiction, to play editor and put together our favorite outfits with shoes and accessories with Polyvore! 

Trying to figure out your wedding look?  Polyvore would be the perfect site to do just that!  Whoa.

 Denise over at Bellis Studios posts about Book Mooch!

What a great idea to pick up some cool wedding inspiration and planning books! 

Or, if you’re feeling stressed from all the planning and want to take a break, why not pick up a funny wedding novel?

 Don’t have a diamond engagement ring?  Shannon over at Divine Caroline talks about why it’s ok!

Afterall, getting married is about your love for eachother, not the size of your ring!

Think about it.

Feel like baking? Bakerella brings you loads of baking inspiration and oh-so-delicious recipes!  Even Martha Stewart loves her creations!

Warning: This blog WILL make you hungry!

Now get baking and get creative - let your inner domestic goddess shine, baby!

My Mom Cracks Me Up!

My mom laughs at me because she swears whenever she’s in our bathroom, there’s never toilet paper.  She thinks we have issues with changing the roll.  Ok fine, maybe sometimes we forget!

So, she decided to get creative, and taped this sign, with a dollar bill next to the toilet paper roll:

“WHOEVER CHANGES THE TOILET PAPER ROLL WINS $1.00!”

Gotta love her! 

Can you guess who won the dollar?  SHE did!  HA HA!  Some things never fail.

Many of us have been there before - invited to a party, wedding, shower or other event where you don’t know anybody, and you don’t want to open your mouth and say something stupid.   Rather than venture out and talk to people, you sit in the corner from a distance, smiling or pretending to talk on the phone.   You enjoy a few cosmopolitans.  

Before you know it, the night’s over and you’re calling a cab, wondering why you went out in the first place, because all you ended up doing was sitting and drinking, by yourself.  And now, you’ve gotta get up early with a lovely hangover.  Joyous.

No fear, darlings!  If you’re usually a shy person or even a talker who sometimes talks too much so you just choose to stay out of conversations, there’s help! 

Learn how to mingle appropriately.  Get tips on how to start conversation at a table of strangers.  Get social!  But before you get social -

Check out: “How To Make Dazzling Party Conversation“ over at Shine! from Yahoo!.

While you’re at it, make sure you read: “10 Things NOT To Talk About At A Cocktail Party“, over at the blog That Cool Broad - a fun, honest, smart blog you should definitely check out! 

From Parisian Designer Herve Gambs!

While browsing one of my favorite new blogs Lotus Haus, I came across a post they did about Herve Gambs, and simply had to share! 

To read their post, and to find more beautiful inspiration, go HERE!

Don’t forget to check out the designer’s site at:

 www.hervegambs.com!

 Things She’ll Love For Mother’s Day!

 Hopeful Limited Edition Print by Betsy Walton - $35

Betsy Walton Etsy Shop

(Print originally found at the beautiful Creature Comforts Blog!

Blue Butterfly Micro Umbrella - $15.95

The Nature Store

Set of 3 Bud Vases - $29, Or purchase the monogrammed set for $39!

Williams-Sonoma

Say What You Want - This Is One Great Idea!

While reading the blog by Strictly Weddings, I came across THIS post, and had to share!  If you’re into details, add that extra special touch and show the recipient you really care by personalizing their gift wrap!

Personalized Gift Wrapping Paper at Beau-Coup!

Choose from different colors, styles and fonts, then create your own personal message to apply to the gift wrap. 

For the bride and groom, why not write a little piece from your wedding vows?  So many ideas.  Have fun with it, get creative!

Order yours now by clicking HERE.

Or, if you’re a professional procrastinator like I sometimes am, and don’t have time to order this awesome wrapping paper online, why not create your own? 

While you’re picking up your wrapping supplies, purchase some solid-color gift wrap and a paint pen, then “get your Martha on” and write your own sayings onto the paper!  Don’t have the best hand writing?  Use stencils!

The Weather Channel Now Helps You Plan Your Perfect Wedding Day!

It’s May, and officially storm season for many of us!  Get the tips you need to assure your day is weather-proof so you can enjoy it even if Mother Nature’s having a bad day! 

“Better Safe Than Sorry!” - The Weather Channel 

Who would have thought - The Weather Channel has a wedding planning section!  Genious.  Find out what the weather will most likely be like on your big day.  Figure out the sunset times for that beautiful sunset ceremony.  Get tons of fabulous ideas on how to weather-proof your day.  View photos to get inspired for your outdoor wedding, and more!

The Weather Channel helps you through it all - while teaming up with The Knot to make sure you have everything you need to make your day spectacular!  Will your wedding be cool and easy breezy?  Will you have to worry about hurricanes during your honeymoon?

Go to The Weather Channel Wedding Section to find out!

Mother’s Day is May 11th!

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what we’re going to do!  While I’ve just started my hunt for ideas, here are a few beautiful Mother’s Day bouquets from my favorite site for ordering flowers - www.fromyouflowers.com!

If you sign up for their emails, they send you tons of coupons and discounts, it’s great!  I know several other flower sites do the same, but this site I’ve found is usually a little more affordable than the others.  Take a look at these lovely flower ideas for Mom!

 So many beautiful bouquets for every budget!

Don’t feel like sending flowers this year?  Keep checking back, I’ll be posting more Mother’s Day ideas soon!  Now get planning that special day - whether it’s to celebrate your mom, friend, aunt or other loved mother- figure!