BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

For Home | For You

January 8, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

A classic mix of red, white and blue is always a welcome addition to your home or wardrobe. Of course the color scheme can tread dangerously into nautical territory, but these items keep seafaring to a minimum. At home, try a navy and white pillow in a scalloped design, or a red lacquered tray. For you, the ruffled tank by Sea is a darling option. (In fact, many of Sea’s pre-fall items are too fantastic to miss.)

Bauble of the Week

January 6, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Bring on the Art Deco jewels! With The Great Gatsby due to premiere this spring, I’m sure we’ll all welcome a bit of 1920s elegance into our jewelry box. My top pick is this cuff by Stella Valle, but the coordinating earrings are a close second.

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Snapshot

January 4, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Freezing temperatures won’t stop me from wearing spring accessories. I’ve missed this little insect pin from last year’s Tony Duquette for Coach collection.

Currently Coveting

January 3, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Right now, I’m coveting:

An oversized gold lamp would make an elegant statement piece in an entryway
A pair of Tory Burch perforated sandals in a lovely shade of terracotta
A vibrant rug that’s also affordable
Jewelry by Julie Vos – I’d love to wear her beachy pieces on our next seaside vacation (this necklace is also stunning)
Name your own nail polish makes for a fun bridal shower favor
Whistles’ sleek lookbook, especially that striped dress
A pair of tweezers in glamorous gold

New Year’s Resolutions

January 2, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

This year, I will:

Learn to make Thai food. We order Thai multiple times each month. But $30 for each meal (delivered, of course) really adds up. It can’t be that hard to make on my own, right?
Pad my savings account. I’ve chosen a goal that’s ambitious, yet realistic, and I’ve determined the amount to tuck away each month. There will be less impulse spending and fewer dinners out, but it’s more important to have resources for “rainy days.” (Or a down payment on a home someday!)
Go on vacation!
Lose 20 pounds. The scale has slowly been creeping up over the last two years. With my 30th birthday this year, it’s time to put more emphasis on being healthy. I started P90X on Monday (ouch!) and have signed up for Weight Watchers. Losing the weight before May 30 seems doable.
Shop like an editor. Curb impulse purchases. Carefully consider what I’m purchasing and why I’m purchasing it. Think about how each item will work in my wardrobe. Curate a closet of quality items. Invest in classics and unique statement pieces (they keep things fun). Use a budget of $200 each month as a guideline, but allow that to rollover into the next month to save for big ticket items. Report back with what I’ve purchased each month as a way to keep myself accountable.
Purchase a bar cart.

Do you make annual resolutions? What would you like to accomplish this year?

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