Inspired by Artist Sam Weber

Illustration by Sam Weber (via Mer Mag), Small Branch Earrings by Sarah Hood Jewelry, Limited Edition Playground Plate by Emily Forgot (via Cher Ami),Handdrawn Type by BeautifoolTYPE (via Design Work Life), Snap - Ante Fucsia Heels by Chie Mihara (via Melissa),  Zu Element Collar One Piece Dress at Angie Hearts.

Chic for Cheap: Shopping with the Girls

Yesterday Melissa asked me what I thought about doing a Chic for Cheap post together, and of course you have to know that I loved the idea!  We decided on a theme for our looks: An Afternoon Shopping with the Girls and had a blast finding stylish pieces that matched our own personal style aesthetic without breaking the "virtual bank."  We'd really love for you to join in the fun (using Polyvore or your own editing software).  If you'd like, please put together a look that best represents what you would wear for a day out shopping with all your fellow Creatures of Comfort.  Don't forget that your picks have to be budget friendly... that's the challenge!  Want to play?!

{MY LINK LOVE}

Bias Cut Tank at Old Navy, Funnel-Neck Zip Hoodie at Delias, Heather Skinny Jean at Forever 21, The Eye of Cleopatra Necklace by Clementine, Cadet Blue Suede Moccasins at Old Navy, Drea Faux Leather Tote at Forever 21. 

Color Crush: Nature Inspired

The other day (on etsy's front page) I discovered this amazing Bead Encrusted Beetle and was immediately captivated by it.  I love the idea of taking something natural or nature inspired and creating something so completely unexpected.   My favorite part is how the delicate bead work so perfectly mimics how a beetle might actually be colored.  Beautiful!  And on a side note: if you ever have the chance to look through, borrow, or purchase the book An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles, do it.  I am not a big insect lover, but the photography in that book will blow you away!

{LINK LOVE}
Late for Tea Dress by Makool Loves You,"Forgiven" - Bead Encrusted Beetle by elJan, Oxford Pumps (in Pine and Navy) by L.A.M.B. at KarmaLoop, We Are All Connected - art print by Please Be Still (Jen Renninger), Mountain Lake Butterfly Necklace by Mama's Little Babies, Tierra Colombian Emerald and Horn Ring by Galerie Urbana

Chic for Cheap: It's All About Accessories

As requested by reader Melissa L., I've created a new collection for her much missed category Chic for Cheap.

My favorite budget stretching tip is to pick some basic tops and pants that you love and can get a lot of use out of, such as a pair of jeans that make you feel amazing (and your tush look fabulous), and then mix things up with affordable accessories in the seasons' hottest hues and most happening trends.  Chic and cheap!

{FIND IT}

The Basics:
-Matilda Woven Shirt
-Sanaz Straight Leg Jeans both at Forever 21

Accessory Option A (on left)
-Felicity Scarf at Delias
-Janna Connor Lotus Earrings at South Moon Under
-Spectator Pumps in Garnet at Alloy

Accessory Option B (on right)
-Lightweight Gauze Scarf (available in seven different colors) at Old Navy
-Tube Elastic Bracelets (available in other colors) at South Moon Under
-Converse Chuck Taylor Premier All Stars in Almost Black at Gap

Oo La La... Lovely!

This post was inspired by my dream vacation... a trip to Paris France.  Le Sigh!

Ever since I was a wee thing I've been wanting to go!  And I know that it's going to happen one day... I just don't know when.  Until then, these little lovelies will have to suffice:

{FIND IT}

-Airmail Envelope Notebooks by Your Secret Admiral

-Bright as Yellow vintage journal by Marigold Journals

-Red. 7 x 10.5 photographic print by Lili Lemieux

-Volatile Bliss Flats from Delia's

-Seersucker Bubble Dress by Tortilla Girl