crafternoon: fall edition

if you're on pinterest (and you probably are), you've likely realized how popular wreaths are becoming. we're not talking the generic, buy-at-the-dollar-store and attempt-to-recycle-the-next-year wreaths. no, we mean cute, chic, hand-crafted quality wreaths. they are darling, so of course i wanted one. however, at this time of limbo (too close to halloween, too far away from christmas) i knew that it had to be one that was not holiday-specific, but could last all fall long. i searched pinterest for inspiration, bought my supplies, improvised and...voila:

here is my quick tutorial on how to make one of these yourself.
you will need:
-foam wreath frame
-at least 1/3 yard of burlap
-a roll of festive-colored ribbon
-a letter -- mine was purchased cheap and unfinished from hobby lobby. i just had to paint and gloss.
-burlap flowers. can be purchased from any craft store or hand made from any excess burlap. see here.

here's what you do:
1. cut the burlap into 2 inch strips.
2. wrap the strips tightly around the wreath frame, using a glue gun to secure both ends on the back of the frame until it is completely covered.
3. loosely wrap your ribbon around the burlap-covered frame, securing with glue gun.
4. use glue gun to attach flowers and letter.
5. let dry

easy, right? have fun crafting!

a little home decor

as everyone knows, fall is shopping time. so what happens when you're already purchased all the clothes your closet can hold? well, you can always put a little effort into spicing up your home. here are some things at the top of my wishlist:

striped welcome mat from Pier 1 Imports

hippo toothbrush holder from Karma Kiss

bonjour rug from Urban Outfitters

striped pillow from Pier 1 Imports

lime green chair from Urban Outfitters

i love love.

The only perk about having a luncheon and reception on two different days? You get to wear two separate dresses!

(by the way, I realize that wearing white to a wedding is a fashion faux pas. My dress was cream.)

Also, check out the winter wonderland! I'm a little ashamed of myself for being so into the Christmas spirit already since it's not even Thanksgiving, but secretly I'm loving it. But then again, I love any excuse to wear a dress coat.

By the way, the bride's dress? Fantastic. I'm so in love.

for stacy

"In an ideal world, nobody would talk before 10 am. 

People would just hug, because waking up is really hard."

 Zooey Deschanel

love gwen

Pinterest Inspired

I am so in love with this color scheme. Oxfords + high-waisted skirts + cardigans are magic when complimented with the perfect turquoise necklace.

(I'd recommend pairing this with a plain-white shirt that is fitted enough to be tucked in)

skirt

cardigan

oxfords

necklace

in any season

hair. sweater.
perfect.

Blazer Love

It's no secret that I watch a lot of Kardashians, and I've mentioned before, those girls wear a lot of blazers. The blazer is a perfect staple for the business casual, and if you can find one with a great cut, it can look both feminine and professional. Want to try this look for yourself? Here is what I recommend:

blazer
top
ankle boot
jeggings
necklace
ring