ban.do - bridal

Yes, ban.do is most famous for their sequin hearts like this:

But they also have gorgeous hair accessories for brides.  I opted to wear a real flower in my hair, like most brides do, but wow... ban.do has some beautiful alternatives.  Check out the entire collection here, but first, here are my favorites.

wrist candy

While browsing through one of my favorite sites shopbop.com, I couldn't resist looking at all the bracelets.  With so many designs featuring various textures, styles, and colors; who wouldn't want any of these to their collection.  Plus they look great piled on or even worn alone.  I loved these (and more), which can all be found here.

red, white, & blue... looks

I did this post here in which I shared some patriotic ideas for the home.  I thought I'd also see what looks were out there for the 4th.  With the nautical theme being still quite popular, finding some great looks wasn't too hard.  Here are some outfits (and shoes) that I adore and would love to rock on the 4th of July...

{topshop}

{tibi}

{splendid}

{marc jacobs} 

{tory burch}

{pour la victoire}

{sigerson morrison}

what i'm lovin'

Wow!! Have any of you looked through "The Party Dress Magazine ~ Issue #2?"  If not, you must.  Go here to check it out.  Seriously, after looking through the pages, it makes me want to throw a party!  So many inspiring ideas and wonderful images too.
Don't forget to also check out their website.  They have different links for their blog and for their shop where you can purchase items.  I could totally spend hours looking through everything, so inspiring.

Here are a few images, but believe me, there are TONS!!
The Party Dress is what i'm lovin'!!!!

Sorry the image is so small, it's the cover of the magazine

Baby Shower ~ l.o.v.e the yellow, with the pop of magenta!

Calling all brides ~ look at this amazing idea!

Shabby Chic Centerpieces

Here are a few items they sell through their shop ~

Cello Bags with Toppers

Candy Jar Tags

break the rules

Remember my post {here} which was about my joss and main order?  Shipping did take (a little) long, but it arrived, and with all the parts, and was not broken ~ so needless to say it was worth the wait.  It was really easy to assemble too - I did it all by myself! (I just couldn't wait for the hubby to get home).  It's been up for about a week now, so I'd like to show you how great it looks.  Moral of this post, break the rules... a bookshelf can look great anywhere you put it.

do u polka?

Polka dots have been around for - ev - er!!! No matter what era it is, these fun and playful dots are always around.  I thought it'd be fun to see what I could find, and WOW!... there were tons of polka's out there. 
They make me smile.  Love ya polkas...

as favors...

1} confetti bags

2} dotted boxes

at the beach or as a cute top...

1} bianca coletti navy blue bikini

2} buttermilk polka dot cami

in a studio or office...

oh joy

in my hand or as a cool blouse...

1} dolce & gabbana miss lady satin clutch

2} splendid ditsy dot blouse

for mail, funky food storage, as a cake stand, and a gift for baby...

1} multi dots pattern envelope

2} multidot storage container set

3} multidot cake stand

4} gift box

office reveal (finally)

Yes, can you believe it?!  The time has arrived... I can finally show you my office.  I have been posting different things along the way like this and this, oh... and this one too.  I know I've been talking about my transformation for awhile now, so let's just get to the pic's!

Here's the before... (borr - rrring!!)

And here's the after...

(don't mind the wires and cords - any tips on making it look nice?)

oh happy day goes to paris

So there's still (a little) time left to enter this ah...mazing!! giveaway.  Oh Happy Day is really giving away a 7 day trip for TWO to PARIS, FRANCE.  But, you must enter before it closes at 11:59 PM PST today, June 20, 2011.
Here are the details of what the winner will receive:
A 7 night stay at Mama Shelter, the hippest boutique hotel in Paris.
Roundtrip Airfare from the continental United States to Paris, France.
And on top of that Jordan will personally host the winner for two days and take them around to her favorite spots in Paris. (if you didn't know... she lives there)

Go enter here if you wanna chance to win.

red, white, & blue

With the 4th of July coming up, I thought it'd be fun to post some diy decor ideas.  I love how such simple pieces can transform into beautiful things.  So get crafty and show your USA pride for the 4th. 

Use vintage blue bottles to display a few red flowers and miniature flags. You can also use clear bottles and spray paint the blue or red, and keep a couple clear to have all three colors.

Buy plain wooden letters and red, white, and blue acrylic paint.  If you want to really show off your skillz (with a "z"... ha!) mix and match solid colors with stars and stripes. Coat the letters with polyurethane for durability.

How cute are these?? They can be used as centerpieces or placed on the coffee table as a festive treat.  All you need is candy in red, white, and blue and color-coordinated containers. So fun!!

I l.o.v.e. this diy idea, plus it's so simple to do.  Use red, white, blue pinwheels and place them into rustic buckets and watering cans filled with sand.

{4 ideas and images above via bhg} 

Patriotic Door Mat 

(plus the idea of the flags displayed in a white vase, l.o.v.e. it!)

Food Flags

{2 ideas and images above via ms} 

How festive is this?? Mason jars and red, white, and blue ribbon used to display the knives, forks, and spoons for your family or guests.  

{idea and image above via gh}

what i'm lovin'

Is the perfect summer bag... the cross body.  It is simple, functional, and so so perfect.  Love the style of 'em and will be great for everyday use or nights out.  The cross body bag is definitely what i'm lovin' (and i WANT one)!!

Tory Burch

Alexander Wang

CC Skye

Marc Jacobs

Michael Kors