Take 3: One Hit Wonders

August 3, 2011

Sources: 1, 2, 3

The clever and inspirational in typographic form:)

Thought it would be fun to share some cool links with you to get you through the week!:

Would love to take you friends on a bike ride through the GA mountains on a row of these!

A preview of the online collection coming to H&M.

Vase + Tape =One pretty table centerpiece.

An easy way to get your ribbon ready for wrapping.

The Olsons are back in the house!

Happy Wednesday!

Giveaway: Foley + Corinna Jet Set Tote!

August 2, 2011

See? I told ya it was a good one.

This giveaway is the biggest yet to date on IHOD:) I am head over heels for my Foley + Corinna Tote, but I didn’t want one unless you all could have one too! And guess what?! Win your very own Jet Set Foley + Corinna Tote right here! YAY HOORAY! The quality is incredible, and it is very comfortable to wear. (See how I styled mine here.) I use it as a Tote/Diaper Bag. What?? Its true! I can fit the world in it. 5 lovely color choices!

READY TO WIN?? The lovely gals at F + C created an easy as pie way to enter RIGHT HERE!

Best of luck my dears.

*Open to U.S. and Canada residents only. Sorry I promise the next one will be international!

Giveaway ends next Monday night at midnight!

P.S. I have a winner of the beautiful Flawed Perfection Jewelry Shop Credit! #7 Yvonne!! Will contact you with details to claim your prize!

Wedding Belles & The Stationer: New Orleans, LA

August 1, 2011

So happy Netta introduced me to Wedding Belles and The Stationer– a sweet bridal and stationery shop in New Orleans, LA. Its charms jump right out of the pictures!

A little about the shop:

In 2010, after nearly a decade of having their separate shops, Amy Casbarian and Jane Bensel met through a mutual friend and decided to get hitched, so to speak, and move in together to offer a new experience for their brides. With their combined store front, their goal is to assist, encourage and ultimately inspire brides in the New Orleans area. Together, Wedding Belles and The Stationer give brides the best of both worlds – exquisite gowns and gorgeous stationery.

A reason to visit this summer:

This summer, Wedding Belles and The Stationer held a bi-weekly series called Wedding Wednesdays to help guide brides through the somewhat daunting process of planning a wedding. With events like “You Said Yes: Now What?” and “Icing on the Cake,” Wedding Belles & The Stationer host experts from around New Orleans on topics ranging from event planning to personal training to specialty cocktails. The events are all complimentary and have been a huge success – most of the brides who attend one come back for another and thoroughly enjoy learning from and meeting Amy and Jane and other brides.

If you plan on passing through NOLA, add Wedding Belles & The Stationer to your must see list!

P.S. Last day to enter the Flawed Perfection Giveaway! http://tinyurl.com/3kfepae Brand new giveaway launch tomorrow!

The Start of Something New….First Ever Outfit Post!

July 29, 2011

Shirt: F21, Shorts: Target, Tote Bag: c/o Foley + Corinna, Necklaces: F21, Shoes: Dress Up Boutique

That’s right friends…I am breaking into the unknown. Cheers to my very first outfit post:)

Excited to start a new chapter of fun here on IHOD! But don’t worry, all of my other favorite topics are staying in place. And ohhh yes, I may or may not have quite the beauty to give away on Tuesday:) Stay tuned!

ALSO – EXCITING NEWS!… There is a brand new project about to launch. The Bloggers Wardrobe. I was asked to compete for one of the final spots in this network of the best fashion bloggers across the globe! Me?! Really??? I think this is an opportunity I can’t pass up. So the competition requirement is to tell you briefly why I should be chosen to be a part of this project:

The door is wide open….

…To promote the grace and poise born in the era of Audrey, and the beauty of femininity through fashion.

Would love your help! Simply vote by your visit to Bloggers Wardrobe.

Thanks dear friends!

DIY Feature: Glitter Tape

July 28, 2011

I saw this last week on Glitter Guide and had to share. Katrina shares how to easily make your own glitter tape. Find the full DIY here.

P.S. Posting my first outfit post tomorrow:) Stay tumed for some new fun on the blog!

My best friends wedding in NYC

July 27, 2011

One of my best friends got married in NYC over memorial day weekend. My husband, baby, and I flew up to be a part of the wedding festivities. It was hands down one of the most fun weddings I have ever been to! Beautiful church and vows, incredible reception view, photo booth, killer playlist on the dance floor, mouth watering appetizers, and the best company you could ask for. Here’s a recap:

Even taking photos was a blast. She had an awesome photographer who wasn’t afraid to try new things on the fly and be spontaneous. For all you Callifornia based readers (he also travels!) you are in luck- he is based in the OC! His work is stunning.

All photos by John Pascale of This Moment Captured Photography….