La vie...J'aime: 07.11

7.29.2011

Friday Faves

DIY Jewel Embellished Shoes @ Love Maegan

To say I am in awe of this DIY is an understatement- amazing! You must go see the entire DIY.

@ Amateur Couture

Such a pretty pairing.

A Wedding in Tuscany II @ Once Wed

A Wedding in Tuscany...'nuff said.

Always remember @ Wit + Delight

I need to remember both of these... ;)

Food: Pizza Party @ Everything Fabulous

Fun idea for a girl's night in!

Saturday night is the future Mrs. A's bachelorette that I have been planning- can't wait! Pics to come on Monday. Have a great weekend!

PS: Love this post by RAW of Wednesday night's Boston Blogger get-together.

7.28.2011

6 from Rue Magazine Issue #6

Loving the new issue of Rue Magazine and these 6 pics are saved on my desktop for inspiration. Oh, and I would love to be served breakfast in bed with this adorable, yellow tray.

Have you seen the new issue?

PS: I purchased this featured in Gallery Wall. Yes, I really do love all things yellow.

7.27.2011

What I'm Wearing Wednesday: Maine bridal showers

This weekend's showers in Maine for the future Mrs. A were such fun. Saturday started with a English-themed shower (where fascinators were a must!), and Sunday was a shower brunch. Gerber daisies (the bride's fave) were the floral decor at each shower. Both had yummy food, and Sunday's had a bellini/champagne bar!

Here is what I wore.

Saturday:

Black Mossimo tshirt
J.Crew pencil skirt
Black Tory Burch flats
Fascinator from Etsy
Hearts on Fire diamond studs

Sunday:

I.N.C. dress from Macy's- last seen here.
Rose gold floral sandals from Old Navy
Gold studs

The future Mrs. A's festivities continue with her bachelorette party this Saturday night and a Boston-area shower next Saturday!

7.26.2011

Summer Snapshots: Kenzi

"Soooo this may not be the prettiest photo, but this is what summer is at my (parent's) house. My younger brothers catch frogs & toads and put them in one of the little pits where our basement windows peep out. By the end of summer, we have a full-fledged 'frog pit'. They feed & water them, and it's kind of interesting to see all of the different ones they catch within our 1 acre yard! Boys will be boys, I guess!"

Thanks, Kenzi!

Email me your Summer Snapshot.

7.25.2011

Collage: Citrus

Top L: earrings via Urban Outfitters

Top mid: Juicy Couture cosmetic case via Endless

Top R: image via Haute Design

Bottom L: image via Little Blue Deer

Middle: coasters via Pinterest

Bottom R: Cake via Anthology Magazine

Inspired by Stella McCartney Resort Spring 2011.

7.22.2011

Friday Faves

The Many Uses of Apothecary Jars @ The White Library

Unique, new uses- love the desk one.

Amelie | Carrie @ The Glitter Guide Tumblr

Too cute! See more Paris vs. NYC.

Balloon baby shower invitations @ Oh So beautiful Paper

An invite for those who are getting ready to pop- so clever!

Paris Fashion Week...Elena @ Vanessa Jackson

On the Street..All White Florence @ The Sartorialist

These looks couldn't be more opposite, but I am inspired by both.

A fake wishing well @ Design for Mankind

Who wouldn't want to make a wish with this in your back yard?

Inviting the President to your wedding @ The Oceanside Bride

She invited the Obamas to her wedding after getting engaged there in 2009 at his inauguration. The White House sent back a reply- how special!

Tomorrow, I am off to Maine for 2 showers for the future Mrs. A.

Have a great weekend!

7.21.2011

In the Right Direction

I love the earrings that Rachel Zoe featured in the "arrow minded" The Zoe Report on July 18th. While she also featured a splurge Anito Ko version and a steal version by House of Harlow, I began looking for more arrow accessories. I had seen this Etsy bracelet on another blog recently, and now I find myself searching for my perfect arrowed piece. Here are some at various options that pique my interest.

Arrows by laviejaime featuring 18k jewelry

What direction would you go?

7.20.2011

What I'm Wearing Wednesday

Today I am stepping out of the office for a work event in downtown Boston. I never really get the chance to be out of the office much, so I take advantage by dressing up a bit more than I normally do! I have been waiting for the perfect look and wanting to post a WIWW wearing this beautiful necklace I won from Naina at STYLE'N. Isn't it just gorgeous!?

I am wearing:

White House Black Market LBD- got on sale at the outlet
Giveaway win purple stone necklace- Etsy shop Margaret Ruth's Beads
Tory Burch black flats
Diamond studs

What are you wearing today?

7.19.2011

Weekend scenes: Riverfest 2011

Food carts...

we went for lobster rolls!

Beautiful day by the water.

Amanda's cool nails.

My brother & dad.

Shock Top

Evening boats & lighted palm tree.

Warding away mosquito bites on her feet!

See 2009 & 2010 here!

7.18.2011

Tonight's Dinner: Spicy Cod & Tomatoes

I starred this Real Simple recipe email in my Gmail last week, and tonight I decided to make it. Being culinarily challenged, the small ingredient list, fast cook time, and that it's in one pot was right up my alley. I also love summer squash.

I made a few edits. The recipe called for halibut, but Southie Stop & Shop didn't have, so I went with cod...very New England! The recipe called for jalepenos and diced tomatoes; I decided to get zesty chile spicy tomatoes- killing 2 birds with 1 stone! I recipe suggested red onion, but it gives me heartburn, so I went with a yellow onion.

Had to do a little improvising here...not to self: need a larger pan!

I was worried that the cod wasn't fully cooked, so I left it on the stove about 5 minutes longer than the recipe said. Overall, the dish was delicious and very easy. I have 3 meals of leftovers too!