An NYE Dinner Party

So you have a dinner planned or you have been invited and you are thinking what should I wear? above you can find a guide to two very similar outfits...the difference? the price! Anyone can look glam and either seriously through down some $$$ for it or not! is up to you and your wallet...many times you win out and poor wallet ends up hurt! either way, make yourself stunning with any of these two outfits so you can begin to pop bottles ;).

In no particular order:

Oasis panel dress, $105

Saloni silk party dress, $645
Leather shoes, $110
Christian Louboutin patent heels, $995
TopShop clutch hand bag, $76
Diane von Fürstenberg clutch hand bag, $637
Link jewelry
Kendra scott jewelry, $55
Leopard print hat
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Pure Color Lipstick Spf 15, $30
NARS Nail Polish, $17
Buy At Home > Glassware > Handmade Champagne Saucers Set of 2 from The..., £40
red lipstick at Target, $6.49
Safari Gold Nail Polish, $2.80

Shoe boxes for gifts

So during the holiday season as much as I plan months in advance for gifts, blouse boxes, gift wrapping paper, and supplies, I always seem to put gift wrapping in the backburner. I have no clue why because I have a secret obsession with gift wrapping paper and wish I can have a room filled with it. So this year although I shopped for gift wrapping paper pretty late, I was able to color coordinate my sets. Anyway, the post is really about showing you what you can do with shoe boxes, lets face it we buy alot of shoes and we always end up throwing away the boxes. Well no more, I say save a few or all boxes depending on how severe your shoe spending habits are ;).  Use them to make pretty little gift boxes, they not only look fantanstic but they save you money and you recylce (which is a bonus).

 shoe boxes to make pretty gift boxes

 You will need gift wrapping paper, and the usual supplies scissors, tape, etc.

 Wrap the lid and the box individually so it can be easier to access, and makes for a better looking gift box.

 place your items and...

Voilà!

 Don't they look so pretty? (the little one is not a shoe box)

There you go, save your shoe boxes from now on!

Do you have any DIY ideas for the holidays that save you money, time and/or make it easier for you? share it with me I would like to hear it, leave a comment below.

Happy Holidays to all of you and thank you for taking the time to read my blog!

XO

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On my mind...

My 13 yr old sister getting a try at her artistical side, btw thats me and my little treasure Barney Stinson.



All of these photos were taken during the invasion of Art - Art Basel, my intentions were to deliver them to you last Sunday but it’s been a crazy few weeks for me; Either way, I know I always enjoy looking back at eventful weekends. I was not able to make any of the Art Basel events (I know hard to believe), but I had family in town for the only a weekend and we just quite didn't make it to any events even though we were a few steps away at Lincoln Road Mall, bummer. But it didn't hold me back from capturing at least some form of art. Behind me in the first photo is graffiti art behind Baru Urbano, but you can find graffiti art all over Wynwood. There is something edgy and rebellious about graffiti yet it has become widely acceptable, and I think that’s what draws me more to it. The Rest of the photos were taken at Lincoln Road Mall, where every Sunday you can find vintage items, spices, fresh food, produce and more. I want to go back to try those empanadas!

 

 A display of inflatable art at Bayside Marketplace

refreshing Star Fruit before our brunch

Christmas tree with lovely little gifts - aren't those bags so charming?! 

my favorite - vintage cameras 

I wanted to take a basket and run!

{Holiday Gift Series 2011}

The Beauty Queen

We all have those in our family that love to pamper themselves, get dolled up and smell oh so good! here are a few ideas that can help you make up your mind on what to give that beauty queen gal pal of yours.

From clockwise top left:

1. Bobbi Brown Buffing Grains For Face $40

2. Nars Mie Kabuki Mini Soft Touch Eyeshadow Pencil Coffret (price unavailable)
3. Gucci 'House of Gucci' 90th Anniversary Fragrance Coffret for her

4. Sephora Collection Brush Wand $10

5. Philosophy Celebrate Shampoo Shower Gel Bubble Bath Set $25

6. Asos Shimmer Twins Black Lashes $14.54
7. Sonia Kashuk Geo Double Zip Foldover $9.99

8. Tarina Tarantino Sparklicity Shimmer Dust $39

9. Butter London 'Fairy Loghts Tart With A Heart' Duo $25

10. Diptyque Roses Scented Candle $28
11. M.A.C. Dazzlesphere Ornament Mini Nail Kit $25.50

12. Josie Maran Holiday Glow Argan Illuminizer & Argan Color Stick Duo $20

13. Tom Ford Beauty Lip Color $48

{Holiday Gift Series 2011}

The Techie Chic Gal



I am digging designer's joining the age of technology and giving us the gift of tech chicware (yes I just made up my own word---I do that alot!). Not only can we stay connected to the world, but we can add a little sparkle here and there along the way. You know you have girlfriends and loved ones who camp out for the next best tech piece, so why not shower them with all of these pieces that you know they will love. I hope I have been of help with my Holiday Gift Series.

Clockwise from top left:

1. Juicy Couture Glitter Ear Buds with Zip Around Case $48

2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Heart USB Flash Drive Key Chain $42

3. Native Union Retro Handset $60

4. Rebecca Minkoff Neoprene Pyramid Laptop Case $78

5.Rebecca Minkoff Cheetah iPhone 4 & 4s Case $38

6.Juicy Couture Leather Gem Lock Phone Case $29.99 (original price $68)

7. Juicy Couture iPhone 4 & 4s Case $28

8. Ted Baker Toolar iPad Case $70

9. Jagger Edge iPhone Charm Holder Cover $118

10. Lomography Mini Diana Camera $59.95 (original price $75)

{Holiday Gifts Series 2011}

Accessory Lover of the Gold and Silver kind

From clockwise top left:

1. Henri Bendel Bendel Bow Leather Bracelet $48

2. Forever 21 Heart & Flower Double Ring $5.80

3. Cities In Dust Pelee Black Lava Necklace $65

4. Henri Bendel Locked Up X3 Necklace $128

5. Asos Glitter Geo Drop Earrings $13.64 (original price $18.18)

6. Henri Bendel Miss Bendel Box Clutch $198

7. Vionnet Two-tone Metallic Leather Sandals $397.50 (original price $795)

8. Kelly Wearstler Perforated Cuff (price unavailable)

9. Asos Plug Cuff $14.54

10. Forever 21 Textured Collar Necklace $8.80

11. Henri Bendel Deluxe Harry knot Ring $88