SKINNY JEANS + POINTED TOE PUMPS

With temperatures in New York consistently in the 20s and fashion week right around the corner, I'm trying to brainstorm outfits that won't leave me frostbitten at Lincoln Center. Dresses and skirts are pretty much out of the question so my trusty skinny jeans it is. When it comes to footwear, however, I'll be following my grandmother's advice: "For style, you have to suffer." I think the combination of skinny jeans and pointed toe pumps is pretty much the most universally flattering look, cold weather be damned. Pray for zero precipitation though or bean boots it is! 

Skinny jeans:

Pointed toe pumps:

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With temperatures in New York consistently in the 20s and fashion week right around the corner, I'm trying to brainstorm outfits that won't leave me frostbitten at Lincoln Center. Dresses and skirts are pretty much out of the question so my trusty skinny jeans it is. When it comes to footwear, however, I'll be following my grandmother's advice: "For style, you have to suffer." I think the combination of skinny jeans and pointed toe pumps is pretty much the most universally flattering look, cold weather be damned. Pray for zero precipitation though or bean boots it is! 

Skinny jeans:

Pointed toe pumps:

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COLORFUL CAMPAIGN DRESSERS

One of the things I miss most about living in New York as opposed to the suburbs is having time and space on the weekends to fix up old furniture (or tackle an inexpensive DIY — remember my Union Jack dresser or these campaign tables? they're in my brother's dorm room now!). The thought of painting a Craigslist find on my fire escape is kind of laughable... Not to mention how I'd ever transport a dresser by myself sans car. 

In case some of you find yourselves in a similar living situation, I wanted to share these awesome new pieces at Grandin Road. They have the classic campaign-inspired lines that I usually look for on Craigslist and at flea markets with all the pizzazz of a paint color you'd choose yourself. Find the chest here and the console here. Do any of you share my penchant for fixing up older pieces with a fresh coat of paint? 

One of the things I miss most about living in New York as opposed to the suburbs is having time and space on the weekends to fix up old furniture (or tackle an inexpensive DIY — remember my Union Jack dresser or these campaign tables? they're in my brother's dorm room now!). The thought of painting a Craigslist find on my fire escape is kind of laughable... Not to mention how I'd ever transport a dresser by myself sans car. 

In case some of you find yourselves in a similar living situation, I wanted to share these awesome new pieces at Grandin Road. They have the classic campaign-inspired lines that I usually look for on Craigslist and at flea markets with all the pizzazz of a paint color you'd choose yourself. Find the chest here and the console here. Do any of you share my penchant for fixing up older pieces with a fresh coat of paint? 

DESIGN DARLING NEW ARRIVALS!

Our first new arrivals of 2014! Chic pillows, gorgeous baubles, and a tortoiseshell clutch you can't live without. I hope you love what you see! xx

Our first new arrivals of 2014! Chic pillows, gorgeous baubles, and a tortoiseshell clutch you can't live without. I hope you love what you see! xx

TINK + TIGER PAJAMAS

I want to crawl into Tink + Tiger's lookbook and live there forever. Give me coffee, girlfriends, and good hair and I'm pretty much on cloud nine. Oh and their pajamas are pretty stinking cute too! Yes please to this little number especially.

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I want to crawl into Tink + Tiger's lookbook and live there forever. Give me coffee, girlfriends, and good hair and I'm pretty much on cloud nine. Oh and their pajamas are pretty stinking cute too! Yes please to this little number especially.

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GET THE LOOK {UPPER WEST SIDE APARTMENT}

Pardon me while I paint my walls a pale powder blue and fill them with colorful abstract art... I mean, how stunning is this NYC home? The couple who lives here undertook a serious renovation (see the before photos here) but I think it's totally possible to recreate the same cozy feel in a smaller space with a few key pieces...

Who else is happy to see tulips at all the bodegas again?! Love them.

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Pardon me while I paint my walls a pale powder blue and fill them with colorful abstract art... I mean, how stunning is this NYC home? The couple who lives here undertook a serious renovation (see the before photos here) but I think it's totally possible to recreate the same cozy feel in a smaller space with a few key pieces...

Who else is happy to see tulips at all the bodegas again?! Love them.

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MAKEUP INSPIRATION

A few favorite beauty inspirations at the moment... Bolder brows, long lashes, healthy skin, pale pink lips, and a subtle cat eye. I'm trying to do my makeup every morning (even when no one but me will see it...) because it really does make me feel just a little bit more put together. Here's what I'm swearing by these days:

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A few favorite beauty inspirations at the moment... Bolder brows, long lashes, healthy skin, pale pink lips, and a subtle cat eye. I'm trying to do my makeup every morning (even when no one but me will see it...) because it really does make me feel just a little bit more put together. Here's what I'm swearing by these days:

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PUPPY LOVE

My favorite way to start the day is to wake up before my alarm and see Rory snuggled up next to me. He does the most exaggerated stretch when he realizes I'm awake and then rolls over so I can scratch his tummy. I so relish those couple minutes of snuggling with his sweet little self that sometimes I think my heart could explode. It's just the most precious little moment before either of us is fully awake — I wish I could bottle those moments and keep them forever. I tell you, it's the little things in life!

Are you a dog person? Big dogs or little dogs (or in between like Rory)? 

P.S. For more puppy love, follow this board and shop our pop-up pet shop!

My favorite way to start the day is to wake up before my alarm and see Rory snuggled up next to me. He does the most exaggerated stretch when he realizes I'm awake and then rolls over so I can scratch his tummy. I so relish those couple minutes of snuggling with his sweet little self that sometimes I think my heart could explode. It's just the most precious little moment before either of us is fully awake — I wish I could bottle those moments and keep them forever. I tell you, it's the little things in life!

Are you a dog person? Big dogs or little dogs (or in between like Rory)? 

P.S. For more puppy love, follow this board and shop our pop-up pet shop!

WEEKEND READING

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1. Back in stock: mint julep cups and tortoiseshell glasses. Get 'em while they're hot!

2. Going stir crazy in this cold weather? Check out one of these public indoor gardens in NYC.

3. How to work from home and still get things done. I'm taking notes!

4. I loved this pep talk: "I am immune to criticism, I am beneath no one, I am fearless."

5. Killer black booties.

6. My everyday uniform.

7. Take an extra 20% off sale items in the boutique with code SALEONSALE through Sunday.

8. The scalloped dress I lived in all summer is now $68 at J.Crew Factory. Don't miss out!

9. Want to clear the clutter from your inbox? This site will change your life (or at least your productivity).

10. What to cook this weekend.

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1. Back in stock: mint julep cups and tortoiseshell glasses. Get 'em while they're hot!

2. Going stir crazy in this cold weather? Check out one of these public indoor gardens in NYC.

3. How to work from home and still get things done. I'm taking notes!

4. I loved this pep talk: "I am immune to criticism, I am beneath no one, I am fearless."

5. Killer black booties.

6. My everyday uniform.

7. Take an extra 20% off sale items in the boutique with code SALEONSALE through Sunday.

8. The scalloped dress I lived in all summer is now $68 at J.Crew Factory. Don't miss out!

9. Want to clear the clutter from your inbox? This site will change your life (or at least your productivity).

10. What to cook this weekend.

GET THE LOOK {LINDSEY CORAL HARPER}

Inspiration is a funny thing. I clicked over to Lindsey Coral Harper's home tour expecting to fall in love with her apartment (which I did, don't get me wrong) but was just as inspired by her wardrobe. How chic is the above look? Classic, preppy, and seriously perfect for a redhead like me. Get the look with the following options:

Monogrammed shirt

Ralph Lauren Create Your Own monogrammed oxford ($90)

J.Crew stretch perfect shirt ($64 + $10 monogram)

C. Wonder intarsia initial crewneck sweater ($60)

Statement leather belt

Tory Burch leather logo belt ($185)

Tuckernuck nautical leather belt ($90)

C. Wonder reversible leather belt ($48 + $28 initial belt buckle)

Dark skinny jeans

Rag & Bone Kensington skinny jeans ($187)

Blank Denim skinny jeans ($78)

BDG cigarette jeans ($54)

What do you think? Do you love this look as much as I do? I think it's time for me to order a couple of these shirts!

Inspiration is a funny thing. I clicked over to Lindsey Coral Harper's home tour expecting to fall in love with her apartment (which I did, don't get me wrong) but was just as inspired by her wardrobe. How chic is the above look? Classic, preppy, and seriously perfect for a redhead like me. Get the look with the following options:

Monogrammed shirt

Ralph Lauren Create Your Own monogrammed oxford ($90)

J.Crew stretch perfect shirt ($64 + $10 monogram)

C. Wonder intarsia initial crewneck sweater ($60)

Statement leather belt

Tory Burch leather logo belt ($185)

Tuckernuck nautical leather belt ($90)

C. Wonder reversible leather belt ($48 + $28 initial belt buckle)

Dark skinny jeans

Rag & Bone Kensington skinny jeans ($187)

Blank Denim skinny jeans ($78)

BDG cigarette jeans ($54)

What do you think? Do you love this look as much as I do? I think it's time for me to order a couple of these shirts!

INTRODUCING RACK IT UP

You all know I love Pinterest for keeping track of inspiring interiors, style, travel ideas, and wishlist items. So what if I told you that there's a site that works similarly to Pinterest, allowing you to pin products that catch your eye, and alerts you when those items go on sale? Say hello to Rack It Up, where you can "rack" items from online stores into a virtual closet that lives on their site and receive an email when one of your items (in your specified color and size!) is marked down. Seriously awesome.

Ready to get started? Sign up here and feel free to follow my closet right here. Then just install the Rack It Up button and start racking!

P.S. Rack It Up is also hosting a giveaway for a few of these Design Darling prints this week!

*This post is sponsored by Rack It Up, a site I genuinely use and enjoy. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Design Darling possible!

You all know I love Pinterest for keeping track of inspiring interiors, style, travel ideas, and wishlist items. So what if I told you that there's a site that works similarly to Pinterest, allowing you to pin products that catch your eye, and alerts you when those items go on sale? Say hello to Rack It Up, where you can "rack" items from online stores into a virtual closet that lives on their site and receive an email when one of your items (in your specified color and size!) is marked down. Seriously awesome.

Ready to get started? Sign up here and feel free to follow my closet right here. Then just install the Rack It Up button and start racking!

P.S. Rack It Up is also hosting a giveaway for a few of these Design Darling prints this week!

*This post is sponsored by Rack It Up, a site I genuinely use and enjoy. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Design Darling possible!

BLUE CRUSH

Sunglasses  //  Exterior  //  Tassel  //  Jeans  //  Stripes

Just a few inspiring images in my favorite hue... Can you tell I'm daydreaming of warmer climes?! 

P.S. For lots more visual inspiration, follow me on Pinterest here! 

Sunglasses  //  Exterior  //  Tassel  //  Jeans  //  Stripes

Just a few inspiring images in my favorite hue... Can you tell I'm daydreaming of warmer climes?! 

P.S. For lots more visual inspiration, follow me on Pinterest here! 

ITALY WANDERLUST...

Who wants to plan a trip? These pictures of the Augustus Hotel in Forte dei Marmi have me pining for an Italian getaway. Those flowers! The stripes! Someone book a flight and pack me in your suitcase ;) 

Who has an exciting trip planned? I'd love to hear!

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Who wants to plan a trip? These pictures of the Augustus Hotel in Forte dei Marmi have me pining for an Italian getaway. Those flowers! The stripes! Someone book a flight and pack me in your suitcase ;) 

Who has an exciting trip planned? I'd love to hear!

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CYNTHIA SMITH ON NANTUCKET

Are you all familiar with vogue.com's Five Days, Five Looks, One Girl feature? I clicked over from (where else?) Pinterest and lit up over fashion associate Cynthia Smith's feature shot on Nantucket. A chic little trench, Ferragamo flats, and my favorite cobblestone streets... I couldn't get enough. Check out the full feature here and shop the slideshow below to get the look:

Are you all familiar with vogue.com's Five Days, Five Looks, One Girl feature? I clicked over from (where else?) Pinterest and lit up over fashion associate Cynthia Smith's feature shot on Nantucket. A chic little trench, Ferragamo flats, and my favorite cobblestone streets... I couldn't get enough. Check out the full feature here and shop the slideshow below to get the look:

PREPPY KITCHEN ESSENTIALS

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I'm planning on moving into a new apartment at the end of February and I'm getting really excited for the change of scenery. I love my current apartment but I'm ready for a new neighborhood, a little more space, and... a new kitchen. There's a reason my current kitchen wasn't photographed for my home tour and it's pretty simple: it's kind of ugly. Tile floors, wood cabinets, appliances that don't quite work... not to mention my complete lack of domestic ability. I'm hoping a new apartment and new kitchen will inspire me to stop ordering takeout (ahem, see #4) and start dining in. 

And while we're at it, a few pretty kitchen accessories never hurt anybody. I have this soap in my bathroom and my kitchen and I'll pretty much find any excuse to wash my hands because it smells that good. What are your secrets for domestic bliss in the kitchen? Spill! 

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I'm planning on moving into a new apartment at the end of February and I'm getting really excited for the change of scenery. I love my current apartment but I'm ready for a new neighborhood, a little more space, and... a new kitchen. There's a reason my current kitchen wasn't photographed for my home tour and it's pretty simple: it's kind of ugly. Tile floors, wood cabinets, appliances that don't quite work... not to mention my complete lack of domestic ability. I'm hoping a new apartment and new kitchen will inspire me to stop ordering takeout (ahem, see #4) and start dining in. 

And while we're at it, a few pretty kitchen accessories never hurt anybody. I have this soap in my bathroom and my kitchen and I'll pretty much find any excuse to wash my hands because it smells that good. What are your secrets for domestic bliss in the kitchen? Spill!