We had a two week teaser of warm weather in Connecticut before we reverted to spring showers and I dare say I've never been more in the mood for a vacation. If any of you have a trip planned, would you mind stowing me in your luggage pretty please?
101 IN 1001 {EXPERIENCES}
When I wrote out my 101 in 1001 list back in January 2011, I tried to place emphasis on having various experiences as opposed to indulging in various purchases. It sounds good but in reality those are the items I have the most trouble crossing off. Why? Because, truthfully, it's hard to resist the allure of a new dress to save up for something more meaningful. I hope by writing out a few such experiences I'll be more inclined to follow through and start checking these experiences off my list...
16. Take a ballroom dance class.
I'm embarrassed to admit that I've never properly learned and I think it's high time I master it, don't you? You know, before I start embarrassing my friends at their weddings ;)
37. See a new Cirque du Soleil performance.
My family has been three or four times and every single show has taken my breath away! This is a serious must for any of you who haven't yet been.
39. Ride on a sailboat.
This should be easy enough to cross off on Nantucket this summer, don't you think?
41. Try acupuncture.
I'm curious! How many of you have given it a go?
46. Spend a day with each of my siblings doing what they want, paid for by me.
Since there are four of us it's rare that we spend any one-on-one time together. (Does that sound like it's from an episode of The Bachelor? Oops.)
48. Take a cooking class.
Another skill I've failed to pick up. My sister Reilly kindly treated Michael and I to a vegetarian cooking lesson for Christmas — I just need to follow through and book the class!
61. Learn calligraphy.
Remember my faux calligraphy here?
71. Go camping.
I'm sure it will come as no surprise that I'm not exactly the outdoorsy type but I do think it's something I should experience at least once!
98. Go skydiving.
Outdoorsy stuff aside, I do love adventure. I've been bungee jumping and hang gliding so this just feels like the next step!
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What experiences are you saving up for? Do any of you have a 101 in 1001 list or something similar? Leave a link in the comments so I can check it out!
SPRING IN YOUR STEP
I love the feeling of looking down and catching a glimpse of cute shoes on my feet. Now that we can all tuck our riding boots back in our closets until the fall, it's time to put some spring in your step with a bevy of beautiful ballet flats!
(1) J.Crew Cece colorblock flats (2) Marc by Marc Jacobs slingback glitter flats (3) J.Crew Jayne t-strap ballet flats (4) Bloch Megan snake effect leather ballet flats (5) Carven flat suede slingbacks (6) J.Crew Mila ballet flats (7) Madewell leopard print sidewalk skimmer (8) J.Crew classic leather ballet flats (9) Madewell leather sidewalk skimmer (10) J.Crew Lula glitter ballet flats
I have to say, I had quite a bit of fun "shopping" for ten pretty pairs to include in this post! Which shoe finds are on your must-have list for spring?
Stripes + Tortoiseshell
You might have noticed a couple new tortoiseshell necklaces in the boutique this week — in fact, they've been two of the best-selling items! Here's one way I'll be styling my short tortoiseshell necklace this spring and summer.
Isn't it fun? I'm happy to say the necklace costs just $38 — not to mention the cost per wear since I'll be pairing it with absolutely everything else in my closet! Perfect with navy stripes, a fabulous hot pink skirt, and a rosy glow. How would you wear yours?
So Tell Me About Yourself (Part Three)
In case you missed this popular feature here and here, the concept behind these posts is for me to get to know a little more about you and to get a dialogue going in the comments section! Let's pretend we're all seated at this gorgeous table and have at it...!
Book you're reading:
Coffee or tea drink of choice:
Current fave beauty product:
Dream home:
Something you're looking forward to this week:
Style icon:
Copy and paste into the comments and add your answers! Here are my responses:
Book you're reading: Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen
Coffee or tea drink of choice: Skinny vanilla two Splenda latte (don't judge!)
Current fave beauty product: Clarisonic Mia (I'm obsessed!)
Dream home: A little cottage on Nantucket
Something you'd like to do in 2012: Cross ten things off my 101 in 1001 list, including going skydiving, riding on a sailboat, and taking a cooking lesson
Something you're looking forward to this week: Dinner in the city with Christin, Grace, Tamra, and Viviana
Style crush: Olivia Palermo
*image Carolyne Roehm in Veranda
New arrivals in the boutique!
I've been getting lots of emails asking for gift ideas for graduations, Mother's Day, wedding season, etc. and I hope that the new arrivals in Design Darling {The Boutique} will help you cross a few things off your list!
Aren't they fun? Shop all the new arrivals HERE and sign up for the mailing list to be kept in the loop on the next batch of new arrivals coming soon!
Green + Navy
I think I'm going to impose a new rule around here... No new purchases unless they're colorful! I'm trying to think of new ways to pair my largely navy and white wardrobe and I'm loving this take...
Michael Michael Kors white jeans (only $80!) / Aldo espadrilles / Loren Hope link bracelet
I could pull off green, right? Especially if it's with a bow ;) And I'm in l-o-v-e with these espadrilles... That leather detail on the back is perfection! Do you have any shopping rules in place for yourself?
Weekend Updates
What I've been up to this weekend (according to my trusty Instagram feed — follow me @mackenziehoran)...
Packing pretty orders... This one happens to contain my favorite tray and the ever-popular ginger jar matches.
Receiving a lovely package from Waiting On Martha, including this gorgeous rose quartz bracelet. So sweet!
Indulging in some yummy treats, including an Arnold Palmer on Friday afternoon (you already know they're my favorite from this pencil set!) and Sunday brunch at the Martha Stewart-recommended SoNo Baking Company & Cafe. Deeelish!
Navy Cabinets + Giveaway Winner
Leave it to Pinterest to introduce me to this fabulous kitchen tour courtesy of new-to-me Apartment Therapy site The Kitchn. Abundant natural light, navy cabinetry, and white subway tile... You know I was in heaven!
Gorgeous, don't you think? See the full feature here. And without further ado, the winner of the Sarah Swanson Design giveaway is...
Entry #51, Andrea Morris! Andrea says she could use help adding color and changing up her living room. I know Sarah will dream up something fabulous! I hope you'll both share pictures :) Thank you to Sarah for offering her services and to everyone who entered. Don't forget you may still hire Sarah for just $150/space. I promise you will LOVE working with her!
April showers bring May flowers...
Here's hoping, anyway! We've had quite a few gray days in Connecticut this week and I'm looking forward to fewer clouds and more sunshine. In the mean time here's a little rainy day wardrobe inspiration to keep you pretty when it's pouring...
Kain sweater / Loren Hope tassel necklace / MoMA sky umbrella (how fun is this?)
Kain sweater / Loren Hope tassel necklace / MoMA sky umbrella (how fun is this?)
7 For All Mankind skinny jeans / Hunter rain boots (I have them in black!)
The MoMA store was kind enough to send me their sky umbrella in celebration of their twentieth anniversary and is graciously offering all readers 20% off with the code SKY20 through April 30! It's the perfect pick to keep you thinking of blue skies when the weather's less than favorable.
The MoMA store was kind enough to send me their sky umbrella in celebration of their twentieth anniversary and is graciously offering all readers 20% off with the code SKY20 through April 30! It's the perfect pick to keep you thinking of blue skies when the weather's less than favorable.
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