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Thursday, September 8, 2011

Just For Me...Is It Selfish?

Do you ever just want things for YOU?!  I don't mean a new sofa for the living room, or curtains or gifts for someone else, just something that YOU want?  I know that sounds weird but sometimes I realize that I am only asking for items for my house or a trip or my husband or my animals.  For instance, for my birthday this past year, Mr. R gave me a new kitchen faucet and I was OVER THE MOON, but sometimes I just want something that only I want...not to SHARE.  Maybe its selfish, I don't know, but here are some of my recent "JUST FOR ME" gifts, in no particular order and OF COURSE not for all at once...sometimes the wait makes them even more special and meaningful!


tocca
Tocca "Stella" Candle
It is a blood orange scent and by far my favorite.  We used to burn this candle at Copper Penny Shooz when I worked there in college and is still my all time fave!

black patent
Tory Burch "Reva" Flats in Patent Black
I wear black patent flats atleast 3 days a week and would love a good "stylish" pair instead of my pairs that fall apart after 3 months. 

Embroidery/Monogram Machine
I have been sewing since I was 5 and was a costume design major AND I'm obsessed with monogramming (duh).  I am dying for my own embroidery machine.  Mr. R's momma has one and she is wonderful to let me use it!


HP TouchPad
I want a tablet that will run with Flash & Microsoft.  All I ever do anymore is Facebook, Pinterest and email...I love my laptop but would love something more mobile!

w/ monogram
NO, not the girl haha, the Short Sleeve Robe WITHOUT a Collar
This one is from American Apparel.  I want one to lounge around in.  The long sleeves and the big collar drive me crazy.

Lacoste Pour Femme Perfume
My fave scent.  I am really weird about smells but love this one, and Mr. R says I need some "smell good."

Monogrammed Clogs
Brown with White Monogram: My sister in law and my mother in law have a pair and I love them.  They are so comfortable and versitile.

chocolate longchamp bag
Longchamp Tote w/ Long Handles in Chocolate
LOVE this:)  I think a medium?  This way I can carry notebooks and work stuff...

Last but DEFINITELY NOT Least...:)

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Wife On A Budget: Jewelry Obsessions

Those who know me well know that I do not wear extravagant jewelry.  I tend to sway to the simple side, mostly sticking with my engagement ring, wedding band and beautiful pearl studs that Mr. R gave me for our wedding.  If I am feeling fancy yet conservative I add the strand of pearls that Mr. R generously gave me to match my earrings.  I have been very vocal about a diamond and sapphire band to wear with my rings (anniversary coming up Mr. R!).

This being said, I DO enjoy the occasional statement necklace or bracelet and feel it can completely transform a plain ol' dress into a snazzy get-up.  I however REFUSE to spend a fortune on these baubles.  Call me a cheapskate but if its going to go out of style in 6 months anyways, why spend so much?!

EARRINGS
fun vintage blossom  fun! $30 enamel elephant $25
 LEFT TO RIGHT
Francesca's Collections "Tropical Tribal" Earrings $14
Vestique "Vintage Blossom" Earrings $14
Fornash "Large Stone" Earrings $30
Fornash "Safari Elephant" Earrings $25


NECKLACES

multi blue coral necklace F21 Faceted Beaded Bib Necklace small starfish $30 teardrop necklace LOVVVVVEEEEEE clover necklace   Glorious Mint Green Bead Necklace Ball and Chain Necklace in Pale Yellow 
LEFT TO RIGHT
Vestique "Multiple Choice" Necklace $21
Vestique "Coral Tree" Necklace $24
Fornash "Small Starfish" Necklace $30
Fornash "Teardrop" Necklace $38
SwellCaroline "Geranium Gem" Necklace $41
SwellCaroline "Classic Clover" $38
SwellCaroline "Modern Monogram" Necklace $45
Vestique "Glorious Mint Green Bead" Necklace $24.50
Vestique "Ball & Chain" Necklace $24.50

BRACELETS
Charlotte Russe bahama bracelet $38 swell caroline bracelet 1 great gift! modern monogram bracelet 
LEFT TO RIGHT
Charlotte Russe "Light Bead" Bracelet $6.50
Fornash "Bahama" Bracelet $38
SwellCaroline "Lolipop" Bracelet $28
SwellCaroline "Starfish & Freshwater Pearl" Bracelet $55
Fornash "Modern Monogram" Bracelet $43