Wednesday
May042011

Matchbook Feature



Here's my other big announcement for the week! Issue 4 of Matchbook is live and I'm featured in it! I was so happy when Katie contacted me and asked me to contribute to this month's "Postcard From Your Hometown." Catch the feature on page 182 and enjoy these extra photos!











Tuesday
May032011

Water for Elephants

Last night I finally went to see Water for Elephants, which was wonderful and definitely lived up to the book; I would not have changed a thing! I could not be more obsessed with the costumes (designed by Jacqueline West), especially those on Reese Witherspoon. I highly recommend the movie, even if you haven't read the book!













Monday
May022011

Monday Brights

It's rainy and gray out so here are some fun things to brighten up your Monday!



Ban.Do Pop Flower / Clare Vivier La Pochette / OPI Cajun Shrimp / Bend Farmhouse Chair / Madewell Pocket V-Neck / J.Crew Cece Ballet Flat

Monday
May022011

I'm Baaack!



As promised, I have returned to you and with a couple of announcements to share!

1. My portfolio is finally finished and is on its way to NYC to show to design professionals. If you're in the city, you can attend the show at Lubin House or see my portfolio online!

2. I'm excited to say that I am now available to do custom blog designs! Headers, backgrounds, Twitter icons/backgrounds, Facebook pictures, etc. Email me at dreamsandjeans@gmail.com for more information!

Look out for another exciting announcement later in the week!

Monday
Apr112011

Can't Stop



I can't stop thinking about this image! I'm obsessed with the unexpected combination of stripes (even the shoes!). Get the look by pairing striped pieces that have a "stripe" in common i.e. black in this case. So chic!

Image via Stockholm Streetstyle

Thursday
Apr072011

Kate Spade + Adeline Adeline





I've been secretly craving a bike from Adeline Adeline ever since I saw their line of goods last year. It comes as no surprise that Kate Spade has teamed up with the shop and collaborated on a Kate Spade bicycle! And how sweet is the promo video!

The Cut Exclusive: Kate Spade and Adeline Adeline.

Images via Adeline Adeline

Wednesday
Apr062011

A Brief Hiatus



I have a confession. I have too much going on right now. My final portfolio is due on April 27 and until then I am busy busy wrapping up projects, having them photographed, and designing my portfolio. This book is the culmination of three years of intensely hard work, and on top of that I have other classes and obligations to attend to.

In short, I just can't do it all, and right now my blogging has to be put on the back burner. I'm not disappearing completely, I'll still be around and posting from time to time but I just can't keep up with my usual schedule.

See you in a few short weeks -- hard to believe I'll be just about done with college & on my way to graduation!!

Tuesday
Apr052011

Airy Goodness

I'm obsessed with the look of Jess Loraas' apartment featured yesterday on Design*Sponge. Modern, but with a light, comfortable feel to it. How cool is that wall-size map of Paris in the bedroom?







Thursday
Mar312011

High Street Market Vintage

I've been a longtime fan of Kelly who runs the High Street Market Etsy shop which is stocked full of amazing vintage finds! She just added some new stuff to the shop so check it out! Here's what I'd love to buy if I had my own place...











Thursday
Mar312011

Currently Wearing



After seeing this image on Pinterest I decided to spice up my typical one color manicure with an accent of gold.




OPI Glitzerland and A Grape Fit!


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Wednesday
Mar302011

Stair Envy

Awesome ways to turn your stairs into a focal point...













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Tuesday
Mar292011

Hue Happy No. 11

The colors in Cath Kidston's living room never fails to make me smile! Punchy perfection.



Image via Lonny Magazine by Patrick Cline

Monday
Mar282011

Relax

I've got so much on my plate these next few weeks before our portfolios are due - these spaces are definitely capable of clearing my mind...









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Thursday
Mar242011

Snapshots

Some funny pictures taken on an underwater camera during our snorkel + clear kayak trip in Cozumel.













There's a seahorse in the last picture if you look hard enough (or look for my circle).

Wednesday
Mar232011

West Elm Summer

Continuing with today's summer theme (can you tell it's overcast & cold in Syracuse?), a glimpse at West Elm's Summer 2011 collection featuring designs by David Stark, Lourdes Sanchez, and Stray Dog Designs.







Images from Bright Bazaar

Wednesday
Mar232011

Decorate with Summer

My Caribbean cruise gave me a taste of summer and I can't stop thinking about it! I'd love to be in any of these summer-infused interiors...









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Monday
Mar142011

Sail Away



Sorry for my absence last week! My computer's screen decided to die - so convenient during midterms week. As of Friday I've been on spring break and starting tomorrow I'll be on a weeklong cruise in the Caribbean! Hope everyone has a great week and I'll be back to regular blogging on Monday the 21st!

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Wednesday
Mar092011

Cruisin'

In less than a week I'll be sailing away on a cruise ship leaving from Miami, stopping at Key West and Cozumel. It's my first cruise and I couldn't be more thrilled about spending four relaxing, sun-filled days on the ocean! I plan on packing lots of relaxed pieces like these.



Gap Fedora / Calypso Dress / Madewell Shirt / Fabric and Handle Tote / Karen Walker Sunnies / BC Sandals / Essie Polish / J.Crew Bathing Suit

Wednesday
Mar092011

Ban.do Bow

I've been wanting something from Ban.do for awhile, but have had such a tough time deciding what to get! The new Gold Bow Bobbi is my current top contender and is on sale for 15% off when you enter goldbow at the checkout through Friday!






Tuesday
Mar082011

Hue Happy No. 10