I Hate Pricetags

This gem was delivered to my inbox this morning by none other than the to die for Madewell.

I just wish it didn't have a price tag of $168. So sad. But entirely gorgeous. 

{iamge cred: Madewell}

Never Overlook Classic

If it isn't broken, don't fix it. 

I have simply adored Vans since high school. Recently, they have fallen victim to the back of the closet. That won't be a problem after I get my hands on these. 

Remember this post. Mission accomplished. Absolute perfection. 

image cred {Vans}

Ear Bling

I love these. Mainly because they would match with everything.

They match everything in the same way I justified buying these. 

image cred {SSENSE}

It's No Secret

I love shoes. As in I would have an entire closet dedicated to shoes if it were at all possible. *sigh* One day.

With shoes in mind, I have my sights set on these puppies as my fall staple.

Madewell, you are simply genius!

And while we are at it, lets throw in this sweater for good measure.

Almost cozy enough to make you wish Fall upon us already!

{image cred: Madewell}

Sights Set On Fall

Today is the first day of August! And that means my birthday is in 23 days.

Ahem.

These might possibly be the sleekest pair of Sperry Top-Siders I have ever seen. In love. 

I wear a size 7.5.

{image cred: Sperry Top-Sider}

Just Temporary

While I don't have much of my own Twitter following, I do happen to participate in following some of the great bloggers of our generation (sounds official, huh?!). About a week ago Jessica Hische tweeted a link that is an absolute gem!

May I introduce you to Tattly.

And the greatest part, all of these are temporary!! So that means I can actually drum up the courage to get one! I must say it is refreshing to see some design-related tattoos that aren't ampersands. Don't get me wrong, I love a good ampersand but there are more icons to what we do. 

At two for five bucks, this is going on my more immediate lust list. Too cool!!

{image cred: Tattly}

Pixie

Emma Watson. She has come a long way since her Potter days.

The pixie has got to be one of the smartest moves she has ever made. Could she look any chicer? I particularly love it when they style her in menswear.

I wish I had the guts to go for this look. I need to just go in and do it one day, before I have time to consider it.

Would you go for it?

{image cred: Poshglam}

A Trip To The Mall...

never proves to be a good thing!

I ventured into Crate and Barrel, bad idea. I found amazing things for an apartment I don't even have yet! Oh the woes of relocation.

Well, for when the Hubs and I do find the perfect place I want this couch:

It is quite possibly the most comfortable couch I have ever had the pleasure of sinking into. And it come with a chair and a half! With an ottoman! Can you say makeshift chaise lounge for two? I can. It would be totally perfect for movie watching. I only have one issue, it only comes in that child-friendly denim fabric. Ick. I prefer a chicer finish. I guess style is the price you pay for comfort. What a bummer. 

On a side note, I found this:

We aren't in the market for a new bed, but when we are this is it. A modern canopy bed, in black! It could not be more "our" style. And yes, on this one we would actually agree. And, I couldn't possibly buy this bed without the completely awesome ottoman at the foot of the bed. Perfect. 

What can I say, I dream big. Really big. It may be out of reach now, but I don't let up. 

{image cred: Crate and Barrel}

Nautical Nancy

Well hello! I haven't seen you all in ages! No really, I haven't. So sorry! Things in my life have been a little upside down lately, but all for good reason. The new job is hands down amazing, so amazing in fact that I barely have time to register anything going on around me. It's design all the time and I haven't a single problem with that. It couldn't be a better fit!

Back to business. I wasn't planning on writing a post until I finished work today but these prints have me head over heels and I just could not resist sharing immediately. The Hubs and I will be moving to a much for nautical part of the world (yup, the great state of Maryland!) next weekend. While it is going to take a bit of time before we can afford our own place up this way, I have found the perfect first addition once we get to that point!

Check out these nautical prints from Black Baroque on Etsy, at $10 a print you know I will have my hands on a few of these! I see a mini gallery wall in our future.

I adore every single print in their Ocean Life category, but I think I feel an octopus theme for my future living room. That magenta print is just killing me. I know the Hubs will just adore it, right Babe? 

{image cred: Black Baroque via Etsy}

No Doubt About It

...if I had an iPad (which I totally hope to have one day), I would totally have this case for it.

It would just be too perfect! Yes!

{image cred: Urban Outfitters}

Rough Cut

I think the Hubs would die if I asked him for another piece of fine jewelry (he spoils me enough!), I am obsessing over rough cut jewels. There is just something about them that makes me all girly and giddy. These pieces from elseetee2 are absolutely no exception, and mixed with pearls! Aye! My heart skipped a beat. 

Total swoon.

{image cred: elseetee2 via Pretty Little Theives}

Something for the Sniffles

So when I think of tissue box covers I automatically think of this really heavy (and really breakable) stained glass, blue and white thing my Mom used to have in our bathroom ages ago. I think it eventually broke, all I know is it did not make its way to our new house my senior year of high school. 

Anyway I have always hated the things. I thought they were just nonsense. Until I found this featured over on Somewhere Splendid. 

And I think it would look just stunning on my nightstand, especially with the DwellStudio for Target bedding we bought after the wedding. 

Yup, I think this cute tissue holder is going to have to be an immediate purchase from Etsy shop, gnomesweeeetgnome.

Too cute!!

{image cred: gnomesweeeetgnome and DwellStudio for Target}

Keep It Classy

Here in central Virginia we had some unseasonably warm weather today. Spring was totally on my brain, it was such a shame I was stuck in a cubicle the entire time. I cannot begin to describe my displeasure on that one. 

Any who. I have made a spring fashion resolution. Wear more skirts! And along with that I need a pair of functional yet stylish pair of black flats. And yes Babe, I really do NEED them. 

I think I will start with this skirt, and I need help deciding between the flats. 

Modcloth

SM

Liz Claiborne

Thoughts? I have tried them both on, the top ones are more comfortable but the ones on the bottom are just too cute!

{image cred: 1, 2, 3}

Pretty Simple

While I have my over the top moments (ahem, my obsession with ruffles) I adore clean and classic design. It is just timeless. So, when I found these resin and silver pieces from Karla Wheeler Design I went gaga.

Talk about a statement piece. I need to get my hands on that ring in the very top right corner. Love it. They are all so bold and so stunning. This Etsy shop has definitely been added to the favorites. 

{image cred: Karla Wheeler Design}

Stripes

I seriously want one of these skirts. How bold! How perfect!?!

I would totally rock one of these! And silk lined with pockets! Want!!

{image cred: Anne M Cramer via Oh Joy!}

Punctuate away, 

Jessie-Lee

Impulse

I will totally be scanning our J. Crew Clearance Store here in Lynchburg, VA for a pair of these beauties!

Yeah, no questions I am going to have to have them.

{image cred: J. Crew}

Punctuate away,

Jessie-Lee

Retro Staple

The saddle shoe. How iconic are they? They were one of the prized possessions of the 1950's and they still have the same character. In fact, I remember getting more than a couple of pairs of these puppies from K-Mart back in the day. They used to be my "dress shoes." Oh how far I have come, but it still doesn't hurt to bring back an old classic.

At least G.H. Bass thought bringing them back was a good idea, and with some modern style.

I know right?!? And the best part...$69! A shoe that cute under a hundred bucks. Yes Sir, I need to get me a pair of these. Now I just have to decide which color. That is a problem. The black and white is incredible classic, the brown is very functional, but the gray gives them a much more modern edge. According to Lovely, new styles are due out for Spring, courteous of  Rachel Antonoff  Suggestions are welcome! Which ones would you go for?

Oh for the love of shoes.

{image cred: G.H. Bass}

Punctuate away,

Jessie-Lee