Editor's Picks

Vince Stripe Sweater

Calvin Klein "Feather Weight"

Bernardo Packable Down Vest

Splendid Stripe Column Maxi 

Rachel Roy Draped Back Blazer

Citizens of Humanity "Thompson" Crop Skinny Jeans

Cole Haan Air Bandon Flat 

Sam Edelman "Baxton" Flat

Never turned down a properly designed striped top for the preppy in me. Never quite been a fan of down vests until they decided to smush 'em down like marshmallows made for smores. I'm desperately looking for and in the market to throw down some serious cash for blazers currently. I'm ALWAYS on the look out for the best white jeans in the market, and would wear them year round it not frowned upon (though I still do pull the out a tad early in April, and push the limits wearing them well into October). And finally, I've done a bit of research for the most comfortable flats being manufactured (back and feet problems at age 25 #help).... and discovered the Maria Sharapova for Cole Haan above as the likely #1 candidate. Can't promise anything for Edelman's, but they caught my eye, as tan/gold combo's tend to do [insert BG: "bling bling"]. xx

Merlot & Van Gogh

my frog progressing  

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So, after this week from you-know-where, I was skeptical that anything might cheer me up. Thank you, Susan and Kathy for creating Merlot & Van Gogh, and bringing me to my idea of heaven - art, wine and friends. This was the first time Ashley, Millie & I ventured to test our inner artists here. Not exactly fashion-focused blogging, but with the right frames, our frogs could add some fun interior decor.

Visit the site and check out the upcoming calendar. Friday nights look fun as well - painting your own wine glasses. They are located downtown -

1130 Burke Street (right next to Burke Street Pizza)
Winston-Salem NC 27101

336.745.8090

French Charm Trend

J-Brand Mid-Rise Overdyed Skinny Leg Jeans, coral

Vince Camuto Polka Dot Peasant Blouse 

Vince Camuto Ruffle Sleeve

Trouvé Long Sleeve Silk Shirt, plaster

Pardon my being lax on updates this week. Don't ever drive in Wrightsville beach, ever. You might somehow end up having to get your car towed across the country. Just don't.

In other news... NORDSTROM, true to fashion (cough, pun, cough), sparked my intrigue via an e-blast entitled "Key to Parisian Chic: Pastels, Polka Dots and Lace" - which does a great job summing up above pieces. Because I am of French ancestry, I feel like I "get" French Style and whether it's true or not, also feel that I fit best into their cuts (I do happen to be rather tall and lanky). I love the flowy, fit blouses with simple, elegant lines and subtle, yet sexy, colors. Enjoy.

Jonathan Adler

Danner chaise

Bamboo wallpaper, Chippendale armchair, Ropes wallpaper 

Phillipe Ottoman

The Bond Collection

Why is everyone talking about Jonathan Adler? Oh, I get it; he's pretty much The Man. I literally told myself to "stop" perusing, mix-matching color swatches and base swatches about ten times. This makes me believe I'm ready to be a home owner.  

Adorable rugs below, and also the new option to design your own - right up my alley, or Adler.

Below zebra pattern done in batik style speaks Boho.

batik zebra dinner plate, sale / $8.40

batik zebra salad plate, sale / $6.30

zebra coasters, / $48 for 4. You do the math.

Fluoro Cambridge Bag

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I know I've just recently blogged about neon, but when I was debating whether or not to share this jewel, the significant other caught a glimpse - "that's sexy" - he says. So, now we know, if we did not before, that I'm a fan of the fluorescent, and so is he. A gal couldn't ask for more.

Shop it here, available in other colors as well. $150 (I had to convert pounds to dollars; you're welcome). Also, bottoms are Asos, blue short suit.

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Tibi Spring 2012

WHY haven't I blogged about Tibi yet? I asked myself the same question. Top ten of favorite designer list. This lovely, long, pastel + geometric number further intrigued my existing (drooling) interest in the Spring 2012 Collection. Haven't seen it yet in newest arrivals, but perhaps they got ahead of themselves in releasing this image and it'll be on back-order until it's not and gone (my luck).


(Editor's revision: This just in, per the lovely Sales Associate, Allison Rohde, Gena Chandler (919.881.9480) in Raleigh will be carrying this dress soon. Stay tuned.)

Below are a few recent arrival picks by yours truly.

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And, below here, are a couple SALE items by, well, yours truly, too...

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And, finally, an item in question. I need your help. This is difficult for me to admit because I am all about some animal print everything, so I hate that I'm on the Cheetah Fence here. I just don't know where I'd wear this without feeling like... a cougar. Which makes zero sense seeing as, for me to be considered a cougar, I'd have to be laying moves on a 10 year old. Enough of that mental imagery. Just give me a yes or no, so I can go on about my week. Thanks. xx

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

"Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations (obsessions) [this bag], or behaviors that make them feel driven to do something (compulsions) [purchasing]" (source). Clean, white lines with a perfect milk chocolate strap. Reed Krakoff, Boxer leather detailed canvas tote, $990. Maybe one day...