Style Gawking {Casual Cool}

Apparently, I'm stuck on laid back looks right now. {Maybe it's because I have a little min-vacy on the horizon. But more on that later!}

I think this may have to be my new spring uniform, sassed up slightly with a few accessories and sky-high heels, of course.



I could happily live is blazers, white leg extending trousers and the minimalist color palette for the next three months.

Who's with me?!


streetstyle via unknown {eek!}, vanessa mooney necklace, fabric & handle bag spotted on seesaw design, oliver theyskens for theory wedges, ruby olive resin ring

Monday {Keep It Easy} Workwear

On Monday mornings you've got more than enough on your to-do list , right? A major wardrobe choice should not have to be one of them.



Make life easy by pairing a classic tee and a simple trouser with a dash of one of spring's hottest colors. I'd happily take a little hit of my coral and call it good to go.

Happy Monday luvies!
*Mrs. E

images via style.com and brown dress with white dots

Happy {Homebody} Weekend

Ahhh, the sweet smell of Friday. Don't you just love it. This weekend I  want to do nothing more than lay back, unplug and luxuriate with a stack of glossies and good books.





I might rearrange my inspiration board too. It's the perfect way to hit the refresh button.

I may let myself back online to wish Emily Henderson good luck with her new show, Secrets from a Stylist. There's going to be a HGTV hosted Twitter party with Emily Henderson at 6:00 pm PT/9:00 pm ET on Saturday night which should be a ball. Hop on and use the hashtag #HGTV. I hope to tweet you there!

Oh and here's a sneak peak of what you'll see on the show.

Till Monday luvies,
*Mrs. E

images via thrifty solutions for an urban girl, toast uk and inside the loop

I've Got a Crush

On tomboy chic,



On collecting colorful clutches,



On sassy cinchers,



On snugly spaces,



On lucious locks,



On shiny objects,



And on more killer color combos,



The countdown to spring is ON!

Ikat, Ikat Everywhere

Some might say the ikat trend is so last year, but I for one, am still on the bandwagon!



The pillow and the top must be mine!

Lines I Love...

Hey luvies. Thought you, like me, could use a little 4:00 pm fashion fix. Here are a few of the latest spring lines I'm coveting. Enjoy the daydream of sunnier days!

I'm digging the Califorina-cool of Heidi Merrick,




I'm craving the poppy print from Rittenhouse,



And I've gotta have the dapper color palette by Dace!

Feelin' Sweet and Saucy

I've already outed my obession with large, flowery accessories. As it turns out, they're just as brilliant on wedding cakes! But don't take my word for it. Just check out this stunning example from My Sweet And Saucy.

The SoCal queens of wedding cake really outdid themselves with this one {ps. those flowers are made of sugar!}.

What do you do when your cake is too pretty to eat?!

image via sweet and saucy shop

Wedding Wednesday {Designing Down Under}

Today, we're going on a sweet Australian adventure.




Teeki is an Sydney-based one-of-a-kind, made-to-measure line of dresses and handmade headpieces. Designer Amy Oram not only creates stunning pieces, but styles them in a majestic Australian dreamscapes. I love her looks - they're just as awe-inspiring as her settings!

Head on over to Facebook to learn more about Teeki and Amy's work.

~SHOOT DETAILS ~
Bouquets and buttonholes Dresses: Chanele Rose Flowers & Styling (www.chanelerose.com)
Shirts and ties : 3wisemen (www.3wisemen.com.au)
Hat : Brixton Hooligan Hat from Strand Hatters (www.strandhatters.com.au)
Umbrella : Fifi in beige (www.hire-an-umbrella.com.au)
Suits : models own
Stylist : Amy Oram (teek_@hotmail.com)
Photographer : Bailie Photography (www.bailie.com.au)
Assistant Photographer : Clarzzique (http://clarzzique.com)
Makeup : Katy Moore (for inquiries please contact kmoore77@gmail.com)
Hair : Candice Lee (www.candicelee.com.au)
Models : Amber Bernauer, Matt Robertson

Mellow Yellow

In the midst of perpetual snow showers, I'm already dreaming of May flowers, preferably in a happy color like daffodil yellow. These looks from Charlotte Taylor would certainly do color me happy.


spotted on oh joy!

Check out the entire spring and fall 2011 collections here. I promise they'll brighten your spirits!

Smitten Kitchen

Is a ladder in your kitchen practical?


via that kind of woman

Unlikely. Do I desperately want one anyway? Absolutely.

Le sigh.

Hey Good Lookin'

Look what you've got cookkin': Sandwiches!

Not what you expected? I think sandwiches, though probably still one of the most common lunch foods, tend to get short shrift.


images by scanwiches via you are my favorite

But apparently there is a plethora of, at least what look like, great sandwiches. But don't take my word for it - just check out Scanwiches - a blog chronicling the deli delights all around New York City.

I think I'm going on a sandwich hunt for lunch today!

Monday {Don't Mess with the Dress} Workwear

Though I trend towards pants, virtually everyday, I must admit that I get a good rush when I step out in what I know is a good looking dress.



The Spring 2011 collection from  Edelweiss by Sarah would kickstart the week! I love the perfectly placed hemline, practical pockets and spot on color palette.

If that's not enough to convince, her just debuted Fall 2011 collection is just as sassy - as you can tell from the video lookbook!




I hope you have a rockin' week luvies!

Cheers,
*Mrs.E

Style Gawking {To the Max}

I have to admit I've been a little skeptical of the maxi-skirt. It felt a little too Olsen twins to me, but then I spotted her.

                image via vannessa jackman

It might the addition of the quilted bag, but now I'm officially on the bandwagon.

Happy {Jet Setting} Weekend

Wowz, what a week it's been! And this weekend I'm off to Portland {for the day!}, planning a few parties, getting some MUCH needed girl time with besties and hosting out of town guests. Phew.



If that wasn't enough, I've been a bit of a busybody in blogland too! Here are the goings on, in case you missed it:

~ My design skills are being tested at South of Market. It's not too late to vote for my entry {purdy please!}.

~ If you'd like to get to know me a little better, check out "My Stuff" at Diary of a Lovely.

~ I shared destination wedding planning tips along with more pics of our nuptials on Green Wedding Shoes.

~  Today, the uber-fab Joslyn at Simple Lovely is featuring a list of my latest favorite things.

~ And last, but certainly not least I'm excited to introduce amazing new Apartment 34 sponsors. Each of these shops have mad style. Be sure to stop by Cutting Edge Stencil, Moop Handbags and Pretty Mommy and Comfort &Samuel to doublecheck my judgement!

I hope you find a bit of downtime for yourselves this weekend. If you have a little extra can you throw some my way?!

Till Monday luvies,
*Mrs. E

I've Got a Crush

On color! I'm currently crushing on new color-filled lines to love,




On pops of color in cool spaces,



On killer color combos,

  

On bright baubles,



On fanciful footwork,



On masters of monochromatic,

 

On color coordination,




On standout style,




And on Friday Night Brights!



I hope you go out and paint the town red this weekend luvies!!

xo,
*Mrs. E

For the Destination Bride

I'm so honored that Jen invited me to share our wedding along with my top tips for destination wedding planning on her blog, my longtime fave, Green Wedding Shoes today!

Are you planning a wedding or special event? I'm now sharing the wedding planning knowledge I've gained, both from my own wedding experience and from my life as a professional event planner, with the masses. I'd love to help you clarify your vision, set a creative direction or manage the details of your special event.

Please check out my event styling services, Aparmtent 34 Creative, for more information!

And be sure to check out Jen's entire feature at Green Wedding Shoes.