Ze-breathtaking

Feeling a little wild? Zebra print is the perfect addition to any room, as it gives a subtle savage vibe without taking away from any elegance. And the wonderful thing about the zany print is that though it may appear overly bizarre and hard to match, the black and white strips make it a neutral, meaning it can fit into any and every color scheme you've already established in your home! Easy peasy decorating; done!

 

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Happy Hangover

I think that often times, we dream so big, we forget that simple things around us can be just as spectacular as the over-the-top images we conjure up in our imaginations. Hangers, for instance. Who would have thought that something as mundane and everyday could be so gorgeous, if only chosen with the same amount of care as say, the lovely blouse you chose to wear to work today? But seeing is believing, and we're hoping to apply this way of thinking to other quotidian items we see on a regular basis. But we're starting here, with these Jeanne d' Arc Decor coat hangers. A little touch of romance in an unusual, unexpected spot. Smiles.

 

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Circus Circus

Ever since I was a kid, I've been so fascinated by the circus. I couldn't ride elephants or fly through the air on a trapeze, but you can bet your bottom dollar that I donned a ringleader hat and tried training my childhood cat to jump through a hula hoop! She never really got the idea, but I'm pretty sure that if I'd tried oh, a couple hundred more times, she might have finally succeeded. Guess I'll never know... Anyway, I was tickled pink when I came across this wonderful circus tent, and I couldn't resist posting a few more circus-inspired photos to go along with it. After all, isn't it come one, come all?!

 

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Edge Of Seventeen

I really thought that the 70s-chic look of 2011 would be a come-and-go trend, but it seems to be popping up all over the spring runways yet again — and I'm not so sure how I feel about it! On the one hand, it reminds me of my teenage years when I'd wear my hair straight and long with large sunglasses, a turtleneck and bell bottoms. On the other hand, it reminds me of my teenage years when I'd wear my hair straight and long with large sunglasses, a turtleneck and bell bottoms! I'm torn on re-living those days. What do you guys think of the trend? Is it something you've embraced? Or are you ready for the entire flashback of the disco era to end already?

 

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Think Pink

I've been a mature woman for what seems like eons, but as many of you have probably experienced, my inner five-year-old comes out every time I see anything pink and sparkly. If it's twinkling and in a blush hue, I'm immediately  struck with the urge to twirl around like a giddy ballerina. And if you're anything like me, you've definitely stopped reading this and are swiveling 'round and 'round in your computer chair at this very moment... am I right?

 

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Message In A Bottle

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but a few words can create quite a picture. I just made that up, so excuse me a second while I pat myself on the back and call my mom to brag... Okay, I've returned. And now I can express what I really meant to say in the first place: Items that convey lovely sentiments are at the top of the heap in my book. I couldn't help but keep one of these French Charmed pillow covers for myself, and I've fallen in love with this gorgeous Parisian bottle necklace. Both, I dare say, have left me nearly speechless.

Queen Of Hearts

The rush of the holidays is over, but without even the shortest moment to take a breather, I've found myself knee-deep in Valentine's Day. Or maybe a more proper way to put it would be I'm already head over heels for Valentine's Day? Either way, matters of the heart have taken center stage, and I for one, am a big believer that it's never too early to start planning something special for the ones you love. "If only," you may be thinking, "It were as easy as waving a crystal wand." Well alas, my dears, it just may be if you decide to bring this magical wonder into your lives! We definitely wish it upon you.

 

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