Got To Have It

My new summer bag purchase is backordered until July 17th and that just won't do. So I'm hoping to find her during my current travels. Two cities down and no such luck. Three more to go, and here's hoping, next up-Phoenix not only brings me lots of love and fun with my bestie and her babes, but my new Alexander Wang Rocco Leather Satchel ... in red ... with the adorable signature footed hardware. 

My Met Moment

I'm still reeling over Monday's poor attempt at honoring one of fashion's greatest nights and events of the year. Jessica Biel, come on! Kristen Stewart's Balenciaga almost made me e-bay my entire 'iaga handbag collection, which I covet. January Jones shopped at McDonalds apparently. And Christina Ricci looks like a sea urchin stuck in a conk shell. I really should have been there to save face for all of them. Had I -- this would have been my moment. Note, a little goes a long way. Dress by Peter Som Spring 2012, cuff by Charles Albert, clutch by Michael Kors, shoes by Jimmy and nails by Essie Clambake. I know I know, that name sort of throws the whole look, but the color makes it. Trust. 

Thank You LBJ

Sorry to drop off the grid for the last week. But I'm here. It's probably a good thing I was taking it easy so that I can use all my saved up energy on a serious Met Gala beat down today. Oh, my, gah' -- I have never seen such insults to high fashion and couture design. With the exception of maybe two or three favorites, I was generally offended, insulted and completely disappointed. Rachel Zoe and Karolina Kurkova should be hung. Beyonce should go back home and nurse that baby in the dark for the next year out of shame. SJP, don't even get me started girl, someone needs to take you back to your little house on the prairie and tie you to a tree. And Gwynnie, oh god, this was not Disney on Ice, and tuck your boob back in for the love. If it wasn't for Scarlett Jo, I'd feel all was lost. But thanks to her beauty and Dolce choice, there is hope. 

Namesake

This past Saturday night, my cousin and his fiance had their engagement party. For some odd reason, my entire family showed up wearing purple. A popular color for the Toms family apparently. Then, coincidentally today I stumbled upon these cuteness, with a capital CUTE, little TOMS in their new "Purple Palmetto". I guess my family and that color go hand in hand. Now I just need to get these shoes in my hands. I mean, on my feet. 

Lucy In The Sky

This post is in honor of a little baby girl named Lucy. She was born last Wednesday in Charlotte, has cute little round eyes, brown hair, belongs to my bestest friend Zelle and is absolutely perfect. And yet, completely unexpected. I don't think anyone on this planet thought Zelle would have a girl. But she did and now it's time to celebrate with all things femme ... like diamonds! Or in this case swarovski crystals and precious gem stones will do just fine. So in celebration of sweet Lucy's arrival, embrace your inner girly girl and wear your bling bright, shiny and brilliant. Some of my favorites -- this bangle by Angelique De Paris, the bracelets by Lisa Freede and Alexis Bittar, and rings by Natasha Collis. 

Brain Freeze

What the helzzz, is up with this weather? The only thing good about this colder temp set back is an excuse to wear my Fiorentini and Baker boots one or two more times before Fall. And an excuse to pay tribute to them here. Got em' in the black Eternity Buckled shorties a year ago, and in the tobacco talls this past December. I recommend them. That is all. 

Best In Class

Had a lovely weekend making some new discoveries that I wanted to share with you all. I've been consigning my clothes at Baggio of Richmond for several years. A gem of a shop, but one at which I have usually just dropped off my items and picked up a check later. This Saturday Norma's collection of handbags caught my eye. She really has some great vintage bags worth a visit yourself. And she is adorably sweet. Another place to visit if you want to road trip is in Charlotte, NC. I shopped at Capitol a few years ago but rediscovered them through a friend's new launch of the Scout Guide for Charlotte. Sara Beltran's jewelry is the tiniest glimpse into this boutique's disgustingly amazing selection of designer clothes, shoes, bags and jewelry. Definitely should be on your list of places to discover. And lastly, a simple find that came to my doorstep from JCrew, with which I was greatly satisfied - the vintage cotton tee. They come in so many fun colors and are as comfortable as a bed of cotton candy. Non, sticky, cotton candy of course. 

What Up Lady G

Today the mailman delivered my first pair of Brian Atwood's. I went with the lower price of entry, something simple and something available at Saks because I was using a gift card. It's not like I needed to introduce myself to another high end shoe designer, but I couldn't sit by and let Gaga and the Kardashians continue to have all the fun. I still have some catching up to do, but for now, these chic summer sandals are just the right purchase. My favorite part, the tiny heel edged with metallic leather.

No MD Needed

I think I was hit with warma from my last post. That's "weather karma" for those who don't know my language intimately. I gave in to doing my closet swap out from Winter to Spring yesterday. And along with that process came the air condition, which compiled with pollen and no rain, has brought on sickness. But you know what I say when warma gives you a raging sore throat, dress for the occasion. Despite the hot temp, my little neck needs to be wrapped up and AC free. Look at these adorable scarves from Intermix that I picked out. Happy to be sick in these -- they're so uber cute.

Chilly Willy

I might be one of the few people still enjoying cooler temperature days. It's been in the 70's since January, so an occasional dip in the temp has been a welcome relief. And an excuse to still snuggle into comfy cashmere sweaters -- from a closet that refuses to convert to Spring/Summer just yet. That would be my closet, my very stubborn closet. I rolled into my work establishment today in cords and a Vince cash-ee and was happy all day long. Love this little Parisian esk look, keep it in mind as you dress for tomorrow which is supposed to be a wee chilly again.