Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Found




Check out these super cool vintage Gucci plates I found while thrifting. I can't believe I scored the beauties for ten bucks. Aaand they're in perfect condition. Naturally, I was excited!

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Peaches n cream


My boyfriend and I made this for dessert earlier this evening. It turned out great: light and airy, very delicious (and super easy!).

Here's the recipe via foodnetwork.com:
Boozy Peaches and Cream
Directions:
Toss 3 sliced peaches with 1 tablespoon brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; set aside until juicy, about 30 minutes. Whip 1 cup heavy cream until it thickens, then beat in 4 teaspoons brown sugar. Add 4 teaspoons bourbon and beat until soft peaks form. Layer the peaches and cream in dessert glasses; top with toasted pecans.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Happy Bunny


I snapped this in the car the other day... because it looked like a bunny. Dorky? Perhaps, but I'm okay with that.

Have a lovely week! :)

Monday, August 16, 2010

Blue Door



I adore this editorial shot. It makes me want to play dress up and wander through a forest like the girl in the photograph. Beautiful. Also, it reminded me of the cool blue door in "Notting Hill"... Plus, the clothes aren't bad either.
Photos via Vogue UK.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Inside Outside


Room Inspiration via Vogue UK.
I love these chairs and painting. So cool, yet classy.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

I knew Italy was known for good shoes…

But, wow.
Obviously, I adore Mr. Louboutin, but I have such an appreciation for art (and shoes, natch) that I have a newly acquired (shoe) obsession: Alberto Guardiani. There, I’ve said it. His shoes are beautiful. Seriously, amazing.

The lipstick heel combines two of womans greatest loves: shoes and lipstick. It has a nostalgic feel to it, for me anyway. When I was younger I would watch my mother put her make up on and slip into her high heels: a glimpse of what being a grown-up woman was all about. I couldn't wait until I could be just like her. These shoes embody that feeling of wonder and excitement. And, get this, it has interchangeable heels. Feeling a bit sultry? Go for the red. Or perhaps you’re in the mood for something a bit more neutral? There’s a nude option. How cool is that? It’s two pairs of shoes in one.

My jaw nearly gaped open when I saw this next one. An over the knee, high-heeled, two-toned riding boot. I die. I want these real bad. I think I may start taking donations. Haha, kidding… sort of.

Oh, and did I mention they also come in the form of a bootie.

Ah, how can all of these shoes be so sexy, yet so classic all at once?

Dear Alberto Guardiani, thank you very much for creating these beauties (or shall I say booties?) If you have a spare size 10 laying around, I suppose I could take them off your hands.
Sincerely, girlwiththeredsole but in need of an alberto guardiani


Photos via albertoguardiani.it



Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Singular | Lovely




Tiffany & Co by Elsa Peretti
I have adored these pretty little things for quite awhile. A single stone, in this case a diamond, on a single strand. A client of mine had on this bracelet the other day, and I noticed it immediately. I love how delicate and simply lovely these pieces are. I could literally wear them everyday. Pretty and practical, now that's something everyone can appreciate. (Bf, aren't you proud?)

Bracelet $450, Ring $550, Necklace $325 all Tiffany & Co (Reasonably priced, especially when you consider the wearability)
Photos via tiffany.com

Crayon Dress




... as my boyfriend lovingly dubbed it.
I liked this dress the moment I saw it, and when I put it on, I fell in love. It’s one of the most versatile dresses I own (it may be worn 5 ways and counting – I’ll post more about this later). Not to mention the color, the prettiest shade of rose red. I chose to wear it to lunch today and paired it with sandals and a casual clutch for a summer-y feel. (I also rocked a little side pony - just ‘cause.)

Oh, oh! The short-stack in the last picture is Seven, my little labrahoulador, haha. He's actually a labrador / catahoula mix. And he's adorable and quite a handful. I think he's commercial worthy -so cute!

Jantzen dress, Club Monaco necklace, Banana Republic ring, Old Navy clutch