Seriously in love with this shoot for Dior's Cruise 2012 lookbook (and even more so as I'm on vacation myself!). I hope you are all having some summer fun of your own today!
COLLECTING MOMENTS
I saw a quote the other day (on Pinterest naturally) about collecting moments, not things. Here are a few moments I've been "collecting" recently... with plenty more to come on Nantucket this week!
A coffee date in the shade (where we shot our first His & Hers post this winter!) // Roses in our garden // Brunch with my sister and cousins at the Smith // Navy and pink in our backyard
Afternoon cuddles with Rory // The sweetest care package ever from Ashley // A picture from a happy customer whose daughter gave monogrammed picture frames as graduation gifts // An impromptu sushi date at the beach
The lake where we spent the weekend (I couldn't get enough of that view!) // New washi tape from a cute Etsy shop // A favorite Emma Graham dress I can't wait to wear on Nantucket this week // The sweetest little face you ever did see!
BACK IN STOCK!
Just a quick note to let you know that four of spring's most popular items (here and here) are now back in stock in the boutique! We don't expect they'll last long so shop to it!
SHOW YOUR STRIPES
I'm packing for Nantucket today (my first vacation since the boutique launched, eek!) and getting pretty excited for a few days with minimal emailing and maximum sunning. What's not to love about a holiday where you're encouraged to frolic outdoors, rock blue and white, and top it all off with fireworks?
WEEKEND WARDROBE
Michael and I are visiting friends from Bucknell this weekend and I'm definitely excited to spend a little time in the sun (with sunscreen, of course!). Here's my dream packing list for a weekend getaway...
(1) Saint James striped tee (2) Wooden wayfarers (3) Neutrogena sunscreen (my favorite!)
There's a lot of monogram action happening here! Definitely a summer year-round staple in my book ;) What are you all up to this weekend?
ALICE & TRIXIE GIVEAWAY WINNER
Thank you to everyone who entered the Alice & Trixie $250 gift card giveaway! The lucky winner is...
...entry #237, Susan from Trendy Potluck! Congratulations, Susan! Please email me so I can put you in touch with the lovely folks at Alice & Trixie. And don't forget: everyone gets 20% off with code DARLING at checkout!
PARTY BRIGHTS
One of the things I miss most about college is always having a reason to dress up. Between date parties, formals, and plain old weekends, it wasn't hard to find an excuse for a new dress or pair of heels. But I know some of you are in the throes of wedding season so I suppose this one's for you!
J.Crew bangles in yellow and pink // Noir earrings // Parker wrap dress
I bought the turquoise cocktail ring a couple years ago and it's easily one of my favorite pieces I own. What events will you be getting dolled up for this summer?
DESK DU JOUR
I was instantly taken with this unique desk setup on a round dining table. Different? Yes. But just as practical? Totally. I love being able to spread out while I work and this seems like a great solution, particularly if you're using a laptop that can be moved in case you want to use the table for its intended purpose!
Design Darling acrylic tape dispenser // Kamoi Kakoshi washi tape // Container Store magazine holder
I thought I'd do a fun round-up of pretty things for your desktop. Notebooks, office supplies, pens and pencils... What's your workspace weakness?
*Workspace discovered here, please comment if you know the original source!
KENNETH JAY LANE ON GILT GROUPE
Just a quick note to let you know that the Kenneth Jay Lane elephant bangle I shared on Instagram yesterday (as well as a bevy of other beautiful baubles!) is available again on Gilt Groupe. Sign up here and let me know what you find!
IN THE KITCHEN
I am the first to admit my inability to cook. I'm generally picky, I've been a vegetarian for four years, and I rely pretty heavily on my ability to make guacamole and/or toss a salad. But for someone who's decidedly pathetic in the kitchen, I sure do like to look at them...
Ryan Korban in Lonny
Deulonder via Dustjacket Attic
Jennifer Dyer in Lonny
Are you comfortable in the kitchen? I suppose it's not too late for me to pick up a few skills... In fact this past weekend Michael and I took a cooking lesson at Aux Délices (one of the tasks on my 101 in 1001 list!) thanks to a generous Christmas gift from my sister Reilly. We had a blast working on our knife skills and mastering a couple new dishes. You know what they say, practice makes perfect! ;)
SUMMER STYLE
Summer is a time for simplicity — fewer layers, less makeup, and the kind of clothes you can toss in a bag for a spontaneous weekend trip. This take on the plain white t-shirt is precisely what I have in mind...
ASOS peplum t-shirt (only $24!) // Fallon lion studs // Modcloth striped scarf
Tory Burch ballet flats // Baggu leather bag (now on sale!)
I love this laid-back take on the peplum trend and the versatility of the navy flats (which I'd wear well into fall!). What are some of your summer style tricks?
P.S. Speaking of summer style, don't forget to enter the Alice & Trixie giveaway!
INSTAGRAM UPDATES
Lately I've been Instagramming way more frequently and getting lots of questions about where certain items are from. Consider this post your one-stop-shop! ;)
Monogrammed acrylic pencil cup (or a new home for makeup brushes!)
Moroccan Oil treatment / Revlon Stormy Pink / Covergirl Spellbound / NARS Jungle Red / Maybelline Falsies mascara
Tall topiary / small topiary (I'm a little obsessed...)
J.Crew / Design Darling / J.Crew (old) / Design Darling / Lilly Pulitzer (old) / J.Crew (old)
You can see all my pictures at @mackenziehoran. Are you as into Instagram as I am?!
DESIGN DARLING ON SHOPBOP'S SHOPTALK
As a full-time blogger I write a lot of guest posts (sometimes it feels like a full-time job in and of itself!). Every now and then a really cool opportunity comes along — like the chance to post on Shopbop's blog Shoptalk!
I decided to put together a little packing list for my upcoming trip to Nantucket. I already own the dress and the sunglasses but I'm definitely eyeing the tote and the wedges for the Fourth of July! Shop the full post on Shopbop's blog here and let me know what you think!
HIS & HERS / ALICE & TRIXIE GIVEAWAY!
It's been way too long since our last outfit post so we're bringing it back with a bang! Nothing like an Alice & Trixie giveaway to get back into the swing of things...
ON HER: Devon Baer Designs turquoise earrings // Ray-Ban sunglasses c/o Sunglasses Shop // Ryder shirt c/o Alice & Trixie // Zara jeans // Ash wedges via Gilt Groupe
ON HIM: Ray-Ban sunglasses // Land's End shirt // Ralph Lauren shorts 
Alice & Trixie is generously giving one lucky reader a $250 gift card to their site!
- To enter, leave a comment below telling me which item would be your first purchase.
- For a second entry, like Alice & Trixie and Design Darling on Facebook.
- For a third entry, follow Alice & Trixie and Design Darling on Twitter.
The winner will be announced on Friday morning. And everyone gets 20% off their Alice & Trixie order with code DARLING at checkout! Good luck!
FRAMED SILK SCARVES
Finding art is tricky: it's personal, it can be pricey, and it's usually a process to find the perfect frame and actually assemble it. I have three vintage silk scarves, already framed and ready to be hung, on sale in the boutique starting at just $100. They're big, graphic, and definitely statement-making — the perfect piece to hang above a bed or a sofa! Which one do you prefer, fabulous stripes in fuchsia and marigold, a Vera Neumann number in pink and red, or this blue, pink, and green beauty?
*Room by Krista Salmon, framed scarves here
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