Tenacious Dee

I've moved....

2011-09-04T14:13:00.001-05:00

{suitcase image via here}

Hello friends! I'm super excited to share with you some exciting news! I've upgraded my blog and can now be found at tenacious-dee.com. Eep! I'll see ya there!! xoxo

please pardon my absence...

2011-08-16T12:01:00.000-05:00

{via here}

I apologize for pulling a disappearing act around here, this is a super busy yet productive week around here.
I do have a very special event to attend this weekend that I can't wait to share on here. August is turning
out to be an awesome month. Be back soon!

my week through instagram pics...

2011-08-07T14:03:00.000-05:00

{camping, new shower curtain, vintage chess set, handsome mister,

beer garden, unhealthy snack}

happy quote...

2011-08-04T11:00:00.001-05:00

My life has all of a sudden become very busy, I'm running around like a chicken

with its head cut off. Although it's easy for me to get caught up in the woe is me,

I have no time for myself trap, I realize that I have an extremely good life and that

happiness is a conscious decision. Perhaps I will buy myself this print to remind me.

etsy picks of the week....

2011-08-04T09:00:00.005-05:00

What can I say? When I'm obsessed, I'm obsessed! Mustard, coral and seafoam, those colors

seem to be my obsessions as of late. So that is the theme of my etsy picks of the week:

1. pineapple upside down cake pan

2. cute heart shorts that I would wear daily

3. Love, love the color and pattern of this skirt

4. embroidered cutie

5. I wonder if I could rock these adorable coral sunnies

6. labeling is fun with this fun label gun

7. love this screen printed fabric

8. I had a cute set of mustard melamine bowls once, sigh

9. barefoot twirling in the grass in this dress, yes please

outdoor festival style...

2011-08-03T09:00:00.001-05:00

My band had a chance to play peace fest this past weekend and we had a great time.

I've had this romper in my closet for like 3 years and had never worn it because

I just couldn't find the right occasion. Well, this was the perfect occasion.

paper crown...

2011-08-02T09:00:00.001-05:00

I'm loving these images of Paper Crown, Lauren Conrad's latest fashion endeavor.

the joys of home ownership...

2011-08-01T09:00:00.001-05:00

I haven't really shared any proper pictures of our new home because there is so much I still

wanna do. It's so funny how much has happened in the month that we've lived here. Above

are some pictures of the mister and a friend putting together our new bed frame. It is so

neat, it even has drawers! Having a proper bed frame makes me feel like such an adult.

On the flip side, last weekend we had some intense storms roll through and we woke up

to a basement full of standing water. We unfortunately had boxes full of our stuff still down

there so we had a lot of throwing away to do. This included lots of collectibles, books, pictures,

it was heartbreaking. We tried staying positive and realized it could've been worse.

Oh the joys of owning a home.

my week through instagram pics...

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Have a great weekend! xo

etsy picks of the week....

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1. vintage matchbooks

2. floral dress with peter pan collar = perfection

3. yellow heels with studded bows

4. sweet seafoam green lamp

5. mustard pintuck blouse

6. speaking of studs, rocking leather studded boots

7. nothing says summer like a yellow ice bucket

8. geometric print red skirt

9. yellow chair I wish would look good in my living room

three dresses....

2011-07-27T09:00:00.000-05:00

Three gorgeous coral dresses. Swoon.

do you curbly?

2011-07-26T09:00:00.001-05:00

As a brand new homeowner, I rely on the internet for decorating ideas and diy so when I stumbled

upon Curbly, I hit the home design/diy jackpot. So many great diy projects! I found this project

in my inbox today and can't wait to try it out! I'm always on the search for more art for my house but

with my budget, this is exactly what I've been looking for.

dr. horrible's sing-along blog...

2011-07-25T12:18:00.000-05:00

I finally watched Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog and I loved it! If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend it.

Happy Monday!

my week through instagram pics...

2011-07-22T09:00:00.001-05:00

{the mister's current project and my favorite painting made by the mister's best friend}

{attempting to organize my closet and my crazy eyes with a hat on at brunch}

{lamp and puppy property of my friend who also just became a homeowner as well}

Happy Weekend! xo

etsy picks of the week....

2011-07-21T11:00:00.002-05:00

Top - theme - confetti

1. pretty vintage confetti dress

2. fun confetti bowl for a fun party, anyone?

3. it's too early to be thinking about sweaters but this one is too cool to pass up.

The mister told me about reading a magazine recently that talked about putting cute, vintage

toiletries in guest bathrooms as decorations and I loved the idea!

1. back to confetti with this vintage perfume bottle.

2. vintage tooth powder? don't know, but I'll take it.

3. I could totally frame this vintage toothpaste label.

Bottom - theme - home office

1. the ubiquitous vintage globe will never get old to me.

2. a finished paint by number makes life easier.

3. once I finish painting my home office and desk, I will need some vintage knobs for said desk.

color block outfit...

2011-07-21T09:00:00.001-05:00

{shoes, skirt, tank}

I have the cutest red mini skirt similar to the one above and was just thinking about

how to wear it and thought that trying a color block combination might be just right

for this weather. How awesome are those gladiator sandals? I may just have to

save my pennies for those.

bookcase as room divider...

2011-07-20T11:35:00.000-05:00

{found here}

{my living room space}

Part of the appeal of our new house is how spacious it is or appears to be. The only problem

is the temptation to want to fill up all this space with stuff. The one place I'd like to get right is the living room.

It is a pretty big room and we just need something to break it up. Enter: using a bookcase as a room

divider! I'd like to take credit for the idea, but, it was actually the idea of my dear, beautiful friend

who has a much better eye for design than I ever could have. I also looked on the interwebs and found this

feature on apartment therapy and got some major inspiration.

P.S. I apologize for the poor pictures of my living room, I probably shouldn't have used my iPhone. :)

an evening with jessica hische...

2011-07-18T13:21:00.000-05:00

If you're a big fan of Jessica Hische, such as I am, then perhaps you'll enjoy this video. Happy Monday!

my week through instagram pics...

2011-07-15T09:00:00.001-05:00

{watching the mister play games, working hard pouring that german beer}

{tree in our new backyard and an awesome mexican joint spotted on an afternoon stroll}

{speaking of mexican, made some yummy mango salsa and mexican tortas for dinner last night}

Do you use instagram? Let's follow each other!

etsy picks of the week....

2011-07-14T09:00:00.001-05:00

1. Starting a collection of these ASAP.

2. Love this shirt, beautiful details.

3. Shoe clips? Yes, please.

4. When my sister was in town, she taught me that a silk tank and a mini skirt is this summer's uniform.

5. Good way to use vintage pyrex? As pendant lights, of course!

6. I love anything miniature and sad Mona and her record collection is adorable!

7. Someday I will own a chesterfield sofa. (The listing for this disappeared, I apologize)

8. Triangle earrings made out of recycled vinyl records, I hope it wasn't a good record.

9. Even though this lace dress is very modest, there's something very sexy about it.

How to throw a housewarming party...

2011-07-10T12:58:00.000-05:00

....put on a cute dress and shoes...

....have the mister make his famous ribs......

.....have friends grill up some yummy goodies...

.....invite friends to eat said goodies....

....buy some beer and have friends bring beer.....

......mix some cocktails, look fabulous and have a ball!

erin fetherston's crib....

2011-05-29T16:31:00.000-05:00

{via}

I love Erin Fetherston. Her clothing is always fun and girly and right up my alley--if only I could afford her pieces on my bartender salary. Sigh. However, Vogue has given us a peek into her living quarters and I'm not surprised at how much I love every.single.detail. Again, sigh, sigh sigh.

zooey's wedding invitations....

2011-05-22T01:37:00.000-05:00


{via}

I couldn't resist posting about Zooey Deschanel's adorable wedding invitations. I love the colors (mint green, be still my heart!) and the simplicity of it all. Well done Zooey, well done.

super 8...

2011-05-21T00:07:00.000-05:00

Have you guys added the super 8 app for your iPhone/iPad yet? If not, do so now. I am beyond obsessed, filming my dinner, co-workers, fiance, anything or anyone in sight. First super 8 film? For my sweetheart, of course. I apologize for the cheesiness and silliness but I just wanna show you how cute this little app is.

mint and salmon....

2011-05-20T10:08:00.000-05:00

{via here}

{via here and here}

Been dreaming of this color combo for this impending big event..........

Kitchen art....

2011-05-18T13:10:00.001-05:00

{via apartment therapy}

Speaking of kitchens, check out this awesome collection of affordable art for your kitchen that apartment therapy gathered from etsy. I want them all. Especially the "whip it good" print. I saw Devo last summer and they are still amazing. So energetic and fun and still rocking the flower pots.

Kitchen + pop of color......

2011-05-16T14:09:00.000-05:00

{via crate and barrel}


{our hopefully new kitchen}

I hope I don't jinx it by talking about it, but if everything works out, we could be moving into our first home in a couple of weeks. Eek! Above is a small, not so good picture (better ones to come!) of our kitchen. I was really attracted to all the new-ish and modern features of this small but functional kitchen but it does feel a bit sterile right now. The first thing I thought to myself was, this kitchen needs a pop of color...or two!

Homemade Typography...

2011-04-28T09:00:00.001-05:00


{via}

How cool are these still life typography shots by Daniel Tobin Smith? I'm inspired to do something like this with all my shoes or maybe with.. books! :)

LBD...

2011-04-27T09:00:00.003-05:00


{little black dress}

{little black dresser}

Flower bulb....

2011-04-27T09:00:00.001-05:00


{via}

Could someone show me how to make one of these? Thanks.

My very own book nook...

2011-04-26T09:00:00.001-05:00

Ever since I can remember, the one thing that I imagined my future home would have is my very own library or book nook. If we get the house that we've been eying, the mister and I are planning to turn one of the rooms into a library. Not an office with books or a guest bedroom with a book shelf, a room designed to hold our vast collection of books where one can curl up to read on a rainy day or any day for that matter. Here's some of my book nook inspiration:

{via here and here}

As you can see, I'm really digging the color coded books.

Steampunk design for your home...

2011-04-25T12:48:00.002-05:00

**Up until now, this blog has been mostly about fashion, art, wedding (as of late) and some personal. This week I'd like to introduce Tenacious Dee--Home Edition. I've never blogged about home design because frankly I had no interest in it. All that has changed now that Mr. Dee and I are in the process of obtaining our very first home. (fingers crossed) I'm gonna kick off this new home edition by making this week all about my home inspiration.**

{via here and here}

Steampunk design appears to be very hard to pull off but when done right, boy it sure is rad!

Fresh flowers....

2011-04-11T11:00:00.001-05:00

{via}

I've figured out how to:

1. Put my old boots that are worn to almost-shreds but I don't have the heart to throw away, to good use...and

2. Display fresh flowers in my apartment.

Score!

Take it to the max-i.....

2011-04-11T09:00:00.002-05:00

{1. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}

Spring has finally sprung in these parts and in honor of this great event, I will be scouring the thrift stores this week searching for a few flirty and fun floral maxi skirts. Above is my inspiration.

Web inspiration....

2011-03-13T23:18:00.002-05:00

{Pretty, pretty and more pretty}

As an aspiring web designer, I visit and bookmark my favorite sites and study everything about them. Providing inspiration lately are these 3 sites:

1. Kate Spade

2. Boden

3. Ready Made

Holy 90's round up.....

2011-03-12T21:50:00.001-06:00

{1, 2, 3, 4}

Waxing nostalgic of a time when florals and bold stripes were everywhere. Also, I've been all doped up on pain meds and watching Buffy the Vampire Slayer all day so yeah.....

One of the many reasons, I've been missing in action....

2011-03-10T13:37:00.000-06:00

Just in case any of you were wondering what kind of sounds we create, check out this video.

All Tied up...

2011-02-21T07:45:00.000-06:00


{1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}

I've actually been dying to try this. Although, it means I have to finally learn how to tie a tie.

{wedding planning} the venue....

2011-02-11T02:42:00.000-06:00

{We've chosen the location for our nuptials, now, for the decor....}

{on the download} valentine freebie...

2011-02-05T00:12:00.001-06:00


{Does your honey have sweet breath?}

My fiance and I have this joke about morning breath, every morning he tries to sniff my breath because he says he loves my morning breath and each time I fight him and tell him that I have "puppy breath". It has now been shortened to "puppies". Quit trying to smell my puppies! But I love your puppies!

With that in mind, I made this little valentine, because puppies or not, we love our loved one's breath, but a mint or two never hurt anyone.....

To download this valentine, click here and tell me, what do you love about your honey?

{current obsession} fancy treehouse....

2011-02-02T08:00:00.001-06:00

{Gorgeous hair, killer fashion sense, dwells in the Golden State...what's not to love?! Check her out!}

{snowed in} links and inspiration...

2011-02-01T02:08:00.001-06:00

{Top row}
1. Found this aspiring illustrator's blog and am completely smitten!
2. An illustrated view into someone's weekend (living in Chicago!), love, love, love!
3. Portraits. Triangles. Yes, please.

{Middle row}
1. Poppy and Butterfly Cloche.
2. Loving Refinery29 Chicago and the shopping suggestions!
3. Beautiful homemade pennant.

{Bottom row}
I've got wedding dessert on the brain:
1. exhibit a: cake stand tutorial!
2. exhibit b: yellow!
3. Love this photo shoot, especially the model's lipstick.

In search of: {the perfect red dress}

2011-01-27T15:05:00.000-06:00

{Clockwise from top 1, 2, 3, 4}

Peachy keen...

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{The lovely Emma Stone at the 2011 Golden Globes}

Alix Klingenberg Photography...

2011-01-20T01:26:00.000-06:00

{The beautiful and inspiring photography of Alix Klingenberg}

Vacation glimpse {typography details}

2011-01-18T11:51:00.000-06:00

Wedding inspiration {my first one!}....

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{1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}

Vacation glimpse (animal edition)...

2011-01-12T23:52:00.000-06:00

Vacation glimpse part 1...

2011-01-05T09:00:00.001-06:00

New year, big news...

2011-01-04T01:45:00.000-06:00

{Looks like I'll be adding wedding musings to the blog}

Back to the snow...

2011-01-03T00:33:00.001-06:00

{Spent a few glorious days in sunny Florida, now, back to the chilly Midwest}

Happy Holidays...

2010-12-21T12:45:00.000-06:00

{Clearly, ironing is not my strong suit}

{Have a wonderful holiday! xoxo}

Portrait of a brand new 27-year old...

2010-12-19T02:40:00.001-06:00

{Testing out my new camera--Alexa Chung for Madewell dress, Gap tights, BC boots}

{Band lovin'}

{Surprise party}

Just snagged one of these....

2010-12-08T12:53:00.002-06:00

{Calendar designed by one of my favorite artists, get yours here! Thanks Joanna, for the heads up.}

Do you Poolga?

2010-11-29T01:56:00.001-06:00

{If you'd like to gussy up your phone, Poolga is the way to go}

Tassels and Fringe...

2010-11-24T12:44:00.000-06:00

{1, 2, 3, 4, via Etsy}

Adorable cat decoration DIY...

2010-11-21T13:14:00.000-06:00

{Amy Blackwell's adorable creations, via Mallory}

Holiday inspiration...

2010-11-19T09:00:00.000-06:00

{It's never to early to start planning-all dresses via ModCloth}

How to wear a chambray shirt...

2010-11-12T09:00:00.001-06:00

{Chambray shirts via JCrew}

Comfy tee + Sequins...

2010-11-11T00:52:00.002-06:00

{The glittery curtain in the background is a bonus}

Perfect leather jacket...

2010-11-11T00:44:00.002-06:00

{Fits like a dream, get it here}

Glorious red cup...

2010-11-08T11:00:00.001-06:00

{My first red cup of the season!}

Music minute...

2010-11-06T13:15:00.000-05:00

{Been listening to this band nonstop recently}

Band art....

2010-11-04T11:20:00.001-05:00

{So much fun band art out there, these are just a few examples!}

More ballet inspiration...

2010-10-30T13:05:00.000-05:00

{Ballerina Project via Rockstar Diaries}

Shameless self-promotion...

2010-10-21T21:37:00.000-05:00

{Check out our balls here}

Let's dance...

2010-10-19T14:44:00.000-05:00

{In honor of my upcoming ballet class, first one in 20 years.}

Brent Couchman...

2010-10-16T10:44:00.000-05:00

{Brent Couchman's illustrations make me very happy!}

Richard Pearse...

2010-10-12T10:36:00.000-05:00

{Amazing geometric art by this amazing artist}

Mad Men-inspired cocktail party...

2010-10-11T15:44:00.000-05:00

{Lovely lady here}

Fancy plates...

2010-10-05T11:40:00.000-05:00

{via}

Bass + Rachel Antonoff

2010-10-04T07:45:00.001-05:00

{Bass + Rachel Antonoff= cannot wait for Spring!}

Vintage inspired arrow D.I.Y...

2010-09-29T08:00:00.000-05:00

{Vintage Inspired arrow D.I.Y. by Danielle}

Fall goodness...

2010-09-28T12:26:00.001-05:00

{cardigan and tights-UO, shorts-Motel via Pixie Market, BC boots, tape strips via Pugly Pixel, linen texture via SKC Photography}

Happy Monday...

2010-09-27T16:44:00.001-05:00

I hope your week is productive, fun and just plain happy! xo

On my radar...

2010-09-23T15:01:00.002-05:00

Today I'm.....

finally watching the season premiere of Glee! I'm digging Rachel's new look and how cute are she and Finn?

Also I've been listening to this song all day....

Steve Perry's voice soothes me for some reason.

{Images}

The sweet type...

2010-09-22T11:58:00.003-05:00

Linzie Hunter has a sweet typography sketchbook.

Sparkly DIY....

2010-09-21T10:46:00.004-05:00

The adorable Mosey made these awesome sequin tights. I can't wait to try my hand at a pair of these. I'm thinking these would make adorable stocking stuffers. {That's right, I brought up Christmas}

{Images via Mosey}

trousers...

2010-09-20T13:39:00.005-05:00

My number one transition to fall staple is the paper bag pant/trousers. I have been living in them as of late. {Sorry for the distracting cardboard boxes in the background, the bf and his car parts} What is your transition to fall piece?

{image on the left by the bf via his iPhone, all pictures on the right are from Google images, I do believe all three of those are from Urban Outfitters, correct me if I'm wrong.}

Under construction...

2010-09-16T15:19:00.003-05:00

I have been absent for much too long. I'm pretty sure I lost my 5 faithful readers (I may be overestimating that number). However, I am back with a vengeance. I have plenty of fresh ideas and I'm gonna start by redesigning my blog. I know, I know, I sound like a broken record but I mean it. I started with my banner and am gonna revamp everything else bit by bit.

Don't be surprised if you see different colors and pictures every time you visit my blog, I am just trying things on for size. :)

xo

I hate my internet connection...

2010-08-19T21:03:00.004-05:00

We've been having to deal with a shoddy internet connection here at Chez Dee. I've been working a lot so I haven't really cared, until tonight, when I got the night off and I was looking forward to some internet goodness. It's up and running now but who knows for how long. The upside? Well, I've been goofing around on Photoshop as evidenced above. Fun, fun, fun!

{cute tape strips I used courtesy of pugly pixel, the woman is a genius with that stuff!}

4 simple goals (before 2011)

2010-08-14T10:09:00.003-05:00

I was inspired by Elsie's post on making 4 simple goals and blogging about them so you are more encouraged to accomplish them. Here are mine:

1. Finish up our apartment- I moved in with the beau in April and our apt still looks like I moved in last week. The kitchen, bathroom and laundry area are complete but the living/dining room area looks like hurricane Dee passed through-more like hurricane Dee's wardrobe-there are clothes everywhere. I need to take an entire day and sort through clothes, stuff them in our little closet and then our home will look like a home again.

2. Start my new exercise routine- I'm usually pretty good about this, I actually enjoy exercising but this summer has been nuts and I've pushed health and fitness to the side. Well, no more! I need to start moving, shaking, doing something physical as soon as possible.

3. Play my guitar more often- I'm in the process of learning to play guitar from the beau and he's very patient with me but I don't practice nearly as much as I should. As soon as I get better, he wants us to start writing music together. I would love to do that, so I need to get my act together.

4. Draw more. I'm no artist but I enjoy drawing simply for the therapeutic and creative aspect. I don't draw masterpieces but when I finish drawing something that resembles any shape, it feels amazing.

Do you have any simple goals that you'd like to share? I'll try to share the progress with the ones I mentioned. xo

All about sequins...

2010-08-13T13:13:00.003-05:00

Hey! Remember me? I totally fell off the face of the earth, sorry about that. I guarantee it was all due to good things happening at Chez Dee!

I love me a good fashion blog and therefore I am a huge fan of Jane Flanagan and her ReadyMade blog, Off the Rack, and was so pleased when she helped me out with a style inspiration question I had with a sweet skirt I got from Urban for really cheap. Check it out!

Soooo glad it's Friday! This may be my only day off for the next two weeks so I'm gonna take a hold of this day and squeeze it for all it's worth! xo

We make music....

2010-07-01T12:49:00.007-05:00

I mentioned last Friday that I was gonna attend a girl's 30th birthday bash and that I would be part of the entertainment, do you remember? Well, here's some pictures of our band performing that night! Yay! It was such a wonderful night and quite exciting to see people really enjoying themselves as they heard our songs. This was our first show and we couldn't have asked for a
more perfect debut.

I'll give you guys more details about my band later as we are still working on a myspace page so everyone can hear our music. I didn't think it would be fair to tell you all about us and not give you the chance to listen to us. If you are in the Chicago area, we have a gig coming up on July 30th. Details to come. xo

Edit: Check out my band here!

P.S. We were outside and the mosquitoes decided to declare war on my poor, defenseless skin, hence the off spray action in the last picture.

{WIGIF}

2010-06-25T13:21:00.003-05:00

{WIGIF Why I'm glad it's Friday}

1. I get to relax before attending a monster 30th birthday party tomorrow in which I will be part of the evening's entertainment. (More on that later)

2. The boy gets back in exactly one day! I'm kinda nervous to see him, two weeks apart and I feel like it's been months. Weird.

3. I think I figured out a plan to get the boy to build me some of these:

{source}

Happy weekend! xo

Girls hanging out in basements...

2010-06-24T00:16:00.002-05:00

Typical Wednesday night.

I'll take two please....

2010-06-22T10:36:00.005-05:00

This necklace will complete my summer look. xo

Mint nails and bangs....

2010-06-20T12:04:00.003-05:00

So, I took the plunge and decided to get bangs and I am quite pleased with them. Also, I realize I'm a little late to this trend but I finally got my hands on some mint green nail polish. It is seriously a fun color.

How funny is this tuft of hair that won't cooperate with me and sticks out. That is my hair for you. xo

Gigi....

2010-06-19T22:35:00.007-05:00

I watched He's just not that into you last night and I fell head over heels for Ginnifer Goodwin's character Gigi because she reminded me so much of me! A hopeless optimist who isn't embarrassed to show her vulnerability, even if it means occasionally appearing foolish. I would also kill for her wardrobe and her adorable apartment and that pink phone, oh that pink phone! If Gigi were real, we would be probably be inseparable. That or we'd kill each other since we were so much alike. Hm....I'm rethinking this whole scenario.....

{WIGIF}

2010-06-18T14:58:00.007-05:00

{WIGIF- Why I'm Glad It's Friday}

1. Only 8 more days until the bf returns.

2. Day off and Thai food goodness.

3. I found a way to express my love for food and the ampersand, an ampersandwich tee!

{via here}

Sweet dreams...

2010-06-16T23:40:00.005-05:00

I moved in with the boy a couple of months ago and am just now finishing up my move (bows head in shame). Our apartment is nice and cozy and I love it but I still feel like I need to do some decorating to get rid of the bachelor pad vibe that lingers. How awesome would this bird banner made by this talented lady look in our bedroom? I love the matching bird pillows. Truly inspired.

Alone time...

2010-06-13T08:34:00.004-05:00

The bf left early this morning for Missouri for two weeks for work and well, I'm sorta feeling like the girl below.

{source}

However, two weeks should be enough time to finish some projects I've put on the back burner. I have a couple of sewing projects, lot of cleaning and organizing and some needed face time with friends I haven't seen in a while, all this on top of my erratic work schedule. I do believe these next two weeks will fly right by.

Bangin'...

2010-06-08T11:49:00.003-05:00

The other day, I got an e-mail with the news that every girl dreads....my hair stylist is moving out of state at the end of the month! Ah! What to do? Not that I'm particularly picky or anything (I've had green hair and leopard spots before) but it was nice to go to someone who knew what I wanted before I did.

I have one more appointment with L next week and I need to make it epic since it will be the last. I've been contemplating...drumroll, please.....Bangs! I haven't had bangs since 11th grade and something tells me, they will make me look like I'm in high school but look at these images and tell me you're not tempted as well.

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I think I may do it!

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2010-06-04T13:14:00.006-05:00

{WIGIF- Why I'm Glad It's Friday}

1. It's my first day off this week.

2. The Blackhawks play tonight and I get to attend a BBQ with my favorite people.

3. I spotted these adorable hankies:

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Found on this gorgeous blog. Seriously, her blog is like art and design porn. Love it.

Vapid Envy...

2010-06-04T12:17:00.006-05:00

A few days ago, I received an e-mail about the Vain and Vapid Summer 2010 Lookbook and I'm still swooning. Here's a few of my favorite looks:

Check out the rest here.

Buttons, Hockey and Strawberries...

2010-06-03T07:36:00.009-05:00

First things first, um, go Hawks! It's ok that they lost in Philly yesterday, that just means when we win the cup, it'll be that much more exciting. Yay! Boys, you make Chicago proud.

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If you'll now turn your attention to the right, (my sidebar) you will notice two blog buttons. Feel free to take 'em and put 'em on your blog. You may be wondering, why the I {strawberry} U? I'm not really sure, I was just inspired by strawberries and summer goodness. Once more, Yay!

P.S. I {strawberry} U! xo

A girl and her bike...

2010-05-30T21:26:00.009-05:00

Summer is officially here! Eek! So exciting. Walking around my neighborhood this afternoon, I thought about 2 of my favorite things about summer, dresses/skirts and bikes. Together, you say? Even better!

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Speaking of love for bikes, here's a cute-as-a-button girl expressing just how close she is with her bike. Awesome.

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Snooooo-ooo-py....

2010-05-24T12:09:00.005-05:00

Another great way to start off the week? This awesome picture! Do you guys remember Snoopy Come Home? There was that little ditty "Snoooo-ooo-py where oh where have you gone, come home come home." I may have changed the lyrics a bit, but man, when my sister and I watched it, we could not get that song out of our heads. We sang that song for days. Ah, the joys of childhood. Happy Monday!

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Your Monday dose of funny....

2010-05-24T12:00:00.002-05:00

I'm sure by now, you guys have all seen this hilarious Jimmy Kimmel live bit, but I love it and I think it will make a great start to our week. P.S. Does anyone have the I am T-Pain app for the iPhone? I keep trying to convince the boy to get it but he refuses to pay for any apps. I say the few bucks are worth the hours and hours of entertainment.

Drag Racing...

2010-05-13T10:28:00.007-05:00

Last weekend the boy and I headed up to Wisconsin to watch his dad drag race at the Great Lakes Dragaway. I am not gonna lie, I had such a blast! The weather wasn't so wonderful but man, watching those old cars race at insane speed does give one an adrenaline rush--and I didn't even drive!
It was pretty cold, so the boy and I found an interesting spot to be silly and take pictures. My short stumpy legs are so evident in the picture of me, it makes me laugh every time I see it.