The Little Blue Box

Oh, the emotions......

.....that the little blue box can make you feel.

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My mom recently painted my childhood bedroom a beautiful Tiffany blue. It's like being inside a jewelry box every time I go home. 

Isn't that what home is supposed to feel like? 

Music info:
Artist: Michael Buble
Song: Home
Album: It's Time

Pink and Green Thursday: Closet Case

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If you've been following on twitter then you know that I'm in the middle of organizing/spring cleaning my closet. This task is always daunting and quite the undertaking. However, this time it's even more overwhelming because I'm turning it into something a little more glam and fancy. You know those closets that we all see and lust over and wish that ours looked that way? Yes, that's my inspiration and vision. While it may not look exactly like the gorgeous rooms below, I'm hopeful that my little walk-in will be worthy of showing off once it's finished. Being a girl on a budget, I'm having to cut a few corners but as of right now it's coming along beautifully!

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(Images via pinterest)


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If only our closets could be as glam and sparkly as these! Here is a preview of what's been unfolding in my closet. So far, I'm thrilled with how it's coming together!

(Images taken and edited by me)

Have you ever done a closet revamp like this?! Please share!

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Happy Thursday, loves!

Sparkle and Shine

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Hello, everyone! Welcome back from the long weekend!

For me, the last few days consisted of planting flowers and sprucing up the outside of my house, shopping around for a few things for the inside of the house (will share pictures very soon), and spending some much-needed time with my family. All in all, it was the most perfect holiday weekend one could ask for.

I was inspired by the sparkly nature of the photos above for today's post. One of my favorite recent finds is Society Social, created by Roxy of My Cup of Te. The SS motto, "live sparkly," inspired me to snap a few photos of some favorite sparklies in my own life.

Enjoy!

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{Coach bangles with metallic gold medallions}

{Twinkly drawer knob on my leopard painted accent table}

{Gold trim on a very glam clutch (I love that you can see my reflection on the left!)}

{Pretty chandelier earrings that I've loved since high school}

{Shiny packaging on some everyday makeup}

{Red lipstick is the essence of "living sparkly"}

 {Dainty little bow on a favorite bottle of perfume}


(All images taken and edited by me)


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I will announce the winner tomorrow morning!

Wishing you a lovely Tuesday!

The Weekend & Other Things

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Hi, sweet friends!

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I can honestly say that I did absolutely nothing (except for church on Sunday). Millie and I hung around the house just enjoying each other's company, watching movies, cleaning, painting nails, and getting ready for the week ahead. It was positively delightful! I often forget the wonderful feeling of doing nothing. Over the past two years, I haven't been able to enjoy much me-time, school consumed most of my down time. This weekend proved how thankful I am to be finished with graduate school and now be able to relish in the little moments at home.

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{I found the perfect bucket to display some of my New Orleans goodies. It's a fantastic addition to my office space, and quite the conversation piece.}


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{For the past two weeks I've been toting around this new Kate Spade set that my mama so kindly purchased for me on our beach getaway. The subtle color blocking is perfect for spring and summer.}

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{I also found this fantastic serving platter and appetizer plates in the 'Cocktails, Anyone?' pattern at the Kate Spade outlet. This is possibly my favorite purchase from the trip. Now I just need you all over for a party!}

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{My new Tyler Candle in the 'Dolce Vita' scent is filling my house with the most delicious aroma.}

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{I've been admiring the prints and textures of these new tops that are dying to be slipped on with long skirts and wedges. (via Anthropologie and Karen Kane) }

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{My Lilly Pulitzer Summer 2011 catalog came in the mail on Friday. Part of my weekend was spent drooling over and highlighting pieces that must be added to my collection.}

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{I think I finally created the perfect little arrangement for some of my favorite scents (the others sit on my dresser). There's something so feminine about putting your perfumes on display.}

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{Do you put the tags that come on your purchases on display? The Kate Spade insert in my new bag and those charming Lilly tags were too pretty to toss.}

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{I know spring is here and summer is just around the corner when I change my nail color every week. This week it's OPI 'Shorts Story'- the brightest pink ever without being neon.}

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{I'm so looking forward to tying this pretty new scarf on an old bag this summer to spice things up a bit!}

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{I finally created an ideal spot for showcasing some of my favorite bracelets. It's amazing what a fun display can do for your morning routine.}

(All photos taken and edited by me)


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What did you do this weekend, loves?