Headed Down South

Globus Journeys

Cannot wait to fly down to a city I've never been. I'm looking forward to jazz, Creole and, historic houses, a cemetery tour (sounds strange I know - apparently it's a city known for having amazing g Cajun raves!), balconies over looking the city. And spending time with my family. See you in a week...

Guest Post: Hyper Colour Trend

I'm excited to share with you a post by a fashion-forward friend of mine and fellow blogger - Hillary Stewart from Moncton, New Brunswick Canada! 


Hillary is a true lover of life and always has a bright smile on her face - especially when she is talking fashion. She enjoys and practices photography and has an inner passion for animals and the environment. She is currently planning travels around the world - all within the next ten years she will have been to  Africa, Brazil, Australia, Italy, and France. As if she wasn't emersed in the lifestyle enough, she is in the process of heading to fashion school in California or New York. She says, "I dream to have my own store and carry my own designs in addition to vintage garments"


"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." 


 Thank you so much for sharing Spring/Summer 2011 fashion trends! Check out her blog at The Brunette Shake.


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Seen all over the runways for this Spring…crazy, insane, and wild colours.  They definitely spice up your wardrobe after being stuck in what seemed like an endless winter full of drab black, gray, and neutral garments. Many fashion shows have shown the influx in brights. No more neutral outfits this Spring! Bring it on colour - take a look at the photos to see how you can pull of the 'look'...

Alexandre Herchcovitch

Aquilano Rimondi

Burberry

Paired with leather, patched leggings these colours are amazing!

Christian Dior

I am loving the orange trend this season - look at those sandals!

Fendi

The purple is absolute genius. Quite a fan of the jumpsuit trend - and it is here to stay this season. Again, notice the orange shoes.

Haider Ackermann

I love the colours together. Reminding anyone of Pipa's Royal Wedding after-party? Emerald is hott!

Jill Sander

Tommy Hilfiger

Long, legged summer tans are complemented perfectly with bright, warm orange.

Camilla Belle in Gucci (a personal favorite of mine)

She pulled the entire trend together in an effortless and wearable way. 

Thanks for reading my guest post on Propensities! Visit my blog at The Brunette Shake

Finally it's Finals

Bitting my nails, lacking on sleep, eating way too many carbs - yes, this the end - of junior year. It will all be over in two days and I'll be on an early flight to LA (cannot come soon enough!). Trip itinerary posting soon!

In the mean time, I'm trying to keep it together ... any suggestions?

honestlywtf 

sunglasses by Celine. 

Folder by American Apparel.

Words to the Wise

Coastal Jewels

Sometimes more is better. In this case, you can never have enough. Tanned skin and turquoise - the look of eternal summer. 

Aubrey Road

Nevada Outback Gems

India Art

Ring-o-Blog

Stardust and Sequins

Wedding Ring Reviews

Arm Candy

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Hair Cut?

A long bob, also known as the 'lob', may be in my future. Thoughts?

Collecting Time

If I were to indulge in a watch...

Mocoloco

Desk Top Clocks

Buffalo

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Take Me Here

Le Marais 

Uptown Menton, Nice, France

By: Laurent Roch

Paris, France

Rue de la Chouette, Dijon, France

Kerfendal

Heat Stroke

Long, lean legs, bright coral, and shimmering gold - perfect for the much anticipated summer heat. 

silentscreamsx

Charcoal and Leather

Elle Decor

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 Restoration Hardware

Design Sponge

Restoration Hardware

Restoration Hardware

Caffeine High

There is no trouble so great or grave that cannot be much diminished by a nice cup of tea.  ~Bernard-Paul Heroux



Crazy busy week after getting back from a sun and sand-filled spring break. Here's what's getting me through the early mornings and the late evenings. Add honey or agave nectar to taste for the added benefit of micronutrients and a less intense blood sugar spike than regular table sugars. 

Bellocq Teas

majorelle mint - green tea

wuyi - oolong tea

dragonwell - green tea

earl grey - specially blended black tea

Urban Moonshine

photo courtesy of Urban Moonshine.com

the echinacea plant

Bitters are something new for me and as I have been experimenting with my drink-making skills, I came across a product I just had to share! Crafted from organic Vermont herbs and worldly exotics in organic grape alcohol, Urban Moonshine's intensely delicious Organic Bitters create digestive miracles: sparking the digestive process before meals, supporting liver functioning with detoxifiers like dandelion, burdock, and yellow dock. A perfect pairing with sparkling water, smoothies, or a health-conscious cocktail (of course). Wonderful flavors including citrus, Immune Zoom, and elderberry-echinacea.

Body Milk

Saturday afternoon I went for a walk with my boyfriend to enjoy the rarely seen Ohio sun. He lives in a lively and young area, just north of downtown Columbus, called the Short North.

Knowing us, we casually window shopped on our way to the park. One of the shops had such beautiful floral topiary arrangements in their windows and captivating ambrosial scents, I just had to stop in. I loved this quiet little shop - with modern flowing water architectures, greenery, and bath and body milks. All inspired by flora. In my mind, it was heaven. I didn't even pause for the name of the building, but I will update you when I return.

I sampled a few lotions (of course) and they really have stuck with me. I love the elegant labeling, rich shea butter moisture, and clean, modern scents like 'moss' and 'tonic'. Perfect to soothe the body after a day spent in the sun.

The company specializes in aromatic bath, body and home care products: reed diffusers, candles, sheet sprays, perfumes, bath gels and salts, shea butter lotions and triple milled soaps made from high quality essential oils and other natural ingredients. See more at k. hall designs. 

An Ethical Indulgence

Sammy Handmade in Ethiopia is a luxury ethical accessory label supported by the UN. The company employs impoverished women of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, while preserving their culture's weaving history.

Their perfect little clutches let you feel good about relaxing at the beach this spring break - these bags are helping the world. Fits all the essentials: SPF, sunglasses, and a paperback beach read. See more styles and products at Barneys Co-op .