Dear Creatures Fall Winter

Oooohh! I think this is my favorite fall collection so far. The two looks above are definitely on my "recreate" list. Of all the collections I drool over, Dear Creatures is the most attainable, so it's exciting to see so many pieces I love.

Etsy Update: Polka Dots & Stripes

Here's a sneak peek at the items I'll be adding to the Etsy shop this afternoon. Thanks so much for stoppin' by!

APC Fall Winter

It's that time of year, whether you're ready for it or not. Fall collections are beginning to debut left and right. While I'm still quite content with the hot weather and wearing sundresses and sandals, I'm curious to see all the fall lookbooks.

I really like the new APC collection, though some of the looks don't exactly scream fall to me. I guess it's the bare legs that are giving that effect (does it freak anyone else out how much they airbrush the model's knees?). That first outfit looks downright summery, but pair that dress with tights and a cardigan and you'd have a cute fall look. I also like the bright splash of yellow paired with brown and the velvet shorts. Also, I just picked up a light camel colored 70s jumper and was debating on whether or not to shorten it for myself. This collection just convinced me to go for it!

Smilin' Gal for SJV

Here's a new batch of dresses from Smilin' Gal! They're in the shop right now. Be sure to check 'em out and thanks as always for stopping by!

You, soft and only, you lost and lonely...

photos by Tom b.

- 90s polka dot dress
- Bestie Cardigan courtesy of Modcloth
- vintage Aigner oxfords
- 40s Bond Street bag
- vintage hat
- listening to: The Cure - Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me "Just Like Heaven"



Today was one of those days when it couldn't decide if it wanted to be hot or chilly, sunny or rainy. That was fine with me since it gave me a chance to try out my new cardigan. I have to admit it's pretty much the softest sweater a gal could ask for and it was just the right weight for the day. I'm quite sure this little 90s dress will end up in the shop this week (probably in Thursday's update). I like it, but I always feel a bit strange wearing 90s pieces and it's too cute to sit in the back of my closet.

In other news, we got our patio furniture today and had our first outdoor lunch... Chef Boyaredee pizza and homemade pickles! Obviously nothing fancy, it was nice to sit outside and enjoy our lunch.

Sweet and Lowdown

I'm loving this editorial from Test Magazine: summer layers, longer skirt lengths, sailor collars, the boardwalk. It makes me want to head to the shore.

The New and Improved Back Yard

Since some of you asked, I thought I'd give you a little peek at the big project that's been occupying my time the past week. If you're not at all interested in home projects, feel free to skip this post altogether! I know I write a bit about our home projects here and we're still in the midst of a few, but I've neglected to share photos from inside our home because... well, it's sort of our sanctuary and I'm not quite ready to share it with the big ol' internet just yet. Maybe someday.

When we moved into this house nearly a year ago the backyard was just a big tangle of weeds, a few bricks and rocks scattered about and lots of dog poop. Thanks a lot sellers! We haven't really spent much time out there because it wasn't a very nice space in which to sit and relax. Now all that's changed! The addition of a brick patio, a garden box where I'll be growing my own veggies (next year) and flower beds have us itching to get out there everyday. I'd say I feel like the project is just halfway done at this point because we still have all the planting to do. But that's the fun part! Snowdrops, astilbes, loriope, vinca, clematis! I can't wait until it's all filled in with vines growing up the fence and yummy herbs in the garden.

We've already hung the swing that my Mom built for us as well as the birdhouse she made for us last year. We also have a set of patio furniture on the way so I expect to be having lots of dinners al fresco in the near future. I also want a birdbath and some feeders for the little yellow finches that are always hanging out in the neighbor's sunflowers (you can see one just poking its head above the fence). Come live in my yard cute little birdies!

Here are the before and what I'd call "during" shots. It's not quite a before and after since we're not really done yet.