On my radar

'Tis the season for sunning. I'm in need of a straw beach hat, are you? Here are a some of my favorites! They're selling quickly, so I'd order one soon!

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on my radar

SELF SERVE ORANGE LEAF YOGURT! They're opening a slew of these on the North Shore! I can't wait until the one down the street opens.  YUM, YUM

LITTLE GIRL'S ROOMS IN PRETTY PASTELS - THESE ROOMS FEEL VERY EUROPEAN TO ME!

FRESH BLOOMS AND GWYNETH'S GOOP ARTICLE ON HOW TO ARRANGE THEM

AND ON THE FASHION FRONT, I'M LOVING LARGE LOOSE WAVES AND THIS PONY HOLDER (FOR WHEN YOU'RE FEELING A LITTLE EDGY ;) )

on the subject of fashion

After posting pics of Emmanuelle Alt, the editor in chief of Vogue Paris I got to thinking about how french women look amazingly chic even on their worst day. Their outfits don't look overly planned, so their chic factor isn't just cool as hell, it looks effortless. I've been trying to channel the french concept of dressing for a while now. I buy much less then I ever have but ensure that what I do purchase can be worn almost year round and mixed with most pieces in my closet. I LOVE and mix blazers and little jackets with everything. And I own mostly classic pieces but layer in the seasonal trends with shoes and accessories. If you read my blog you know that A. I'm a single mommy on a budget and B. don't like to fill my closet with clutter. I've included my fashion wish list for this Spring. I doubt I'll buy everything but I'll pick up a few of the items on my list...Here are a few more pics of Emmanuelle's effortless style, she's currently inspiring me.....

 MY WISH LIST

1. Navy blazer with gold buttons

2. White skinny jeans (need a new pair each season)

A color block heel ( I need a new pair of high heels and more comfy everyday heels, I won't buy two pairs of color-blocked ones though)

3. Zara

4. Shop Bop

A bright pink blouse

6. This one's not exactly the same but it's pretty cute. (wish I knew the source of the pictured one)

A flat pair of leopard shoes7. Madewell

A little colorful dress
8. Sheridan French

A fun knot bracelet

8. shop bop

A classic chunky pearl necklace (mine finally broke after about 15 years of wear)
9. Lauren Elan

This Emerson Fry top - perfect for a casual night out

Classic aviators. (I used to have a couple of pairs of these. - I currently have a knock off pair but need the real deal again) I like the medium sized ones.

randomness on my radar

Fashion inspiration a la classic Bridgette Bardot! I love the idea of fitted cropped pants, a simple t, and swept back full hair!  I would add ballet flats to this look!

Over-dyed antique rugs - They add great depth and interest to a room

Custom cabinets using grilles/screens based on vintage pieces. 

Pink Eye shadow for Spring

This entire outfit!

crushing on this fabulous friday - a bit of randomness for you!

The chic, little ankle bootie without socks.

Side braids just like these (does it get any cuter then Olivia Palermo?)

All shades of coral

Gorgeous, exaggerated lashes

The idea of me surfing this summer. One of my good friends surfs. He promised me lessons! (it's fun + a great work out)

on my radar

FLAMINGOS

this guy available here

 OVERSIZED, CREAM SECTIONALS

(P.S. THOSE TWO FLAMINGOS COULD HANG IN EITHER ONE OF THESE SPACES)

Image: Rue Magazine

image: Vogue

NAVY WITH ALMOST ANYTHING BUT ESPECIALLY WITH KELLY GREEN AND/OR LEOPARD PRINTS

images: J.Crew for Spring 2012