tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60438314215174242372024-03-13T14:04:51.036-04:00paper & clothpaper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-43676352266931932942019-06-04T14:14:00.000-04:002019-06-04T14:14:04.787-04:00forever a horse girl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the highlights of my Mother's Day weekend was taking a lesson at Waterloo Hunt Club during a hunter/jumper show. My mom rode at this exact place back in her horse showing days, and riding there made me reflect on how grateful I am that she has always nurtured and encouraged my love of horses, even now that I’m an adult.<br />
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As far back as I can remember, I have always loved horses. I had an epic My Little Pony collection, then graduated to a herd of Breyers while always yearning for the real thing. When I was 8, my mom inherited her farm, and my little girl dreams came true - the farm came with horses, and my mom bought us a crazy little pony named Chiquita (because that pony was bananas).<br />
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We had many horses through the years - Jazzman, Sis, Pockets, Moon, Jazzy, Stitch - but my horse was a black Arabian named Lee-el that my mom got as a two year old and we trained together. I grew up with that horse and loved him fiercely. He was my heart horse - my bond with him was so special.<br />
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I stopped riding regularly around my junior year of high school, and even though life got in the way, I never stopped loving horses. But when Lee-el died unexpectedly (and much too soon) in 2008, I didn’t know if I would ever have a horse in my life again.<br />
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Fast forward eight years, and I hadn’t been on a horse since Lee-el died. Graydon, my oldest baby, was three years old, and I had just lost my second child at 21 weeks pregnant. I was devastated, heartbroken, shattered.<br />
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And then a friend of mine invited me to go riding with her. It had been at least eight years since I sat on a horse, but the second I got up into that saddle, I felt like I was home. I didn’t realize how much I missed that feeling, or how much I needed it back in my life. My dear friend brought horses back into my life when I needed them most, and I am eternally grateful to her for that.<br />
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Shortly after that ride, my family and I started looking for a new house, conveniently much closer to the barn where my friend had just taken me riding. I was determined to start taking lessons as soon as we moved.<br />
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When we bought our house in Ann Arbor, my mom gave me riding lessons as a housewarming present - I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better gift. I got pregnant with Finn shortly after that, so I didn’t get to use those lessons until after he was born, but I’ve been riding ever since.<br />
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Now I’m getting ready to ride in my first horse show in more than 20 years, and I’m hunting for a horse to call my own. I can’t describe how good it feels to have this passion reignited, how happy it makes me to have horses back in my life. I feel like I’ve reclaimed an essential part of myself, and I’m never letting go of that again.<br />
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Once a horse girl, always a horse girl. 🖤paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-47185459384697869582019-02-01T14:45:00.000-05:002019-02-01T14:45:37.196-05:00book life: reading more in 2019<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We're a month into the new year, and while I've never been a resolutions persons, one of my goals in 2019 is to read more. I've always been an avid reader, from a young age, and books have always been a source of comfort, escape, knowledge, entertainment, and catharsis. I love to read, and now that Finn is almost a year old and it's becoming easier to squeeze in some self-care every now and then, I want to make reading a priority again.<br />
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I recently organized my bookshelves, something I hadn't done since we moved into this house, and it is giving me LIFE. And all sorts of inspired-to-read vibes. Which is good, because in the process of organizing and culling my book collection, I realized my to-be-read list is epically long. That is both exciting and daunting, but I'm so far I'm off to a good start: I've already finished one book this year, and I'm currently reading two more.<br />
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My first completed book of 2019 is <i>Our Endless Numbered Days</i>, by Claire Fuller. I couldn't put this book down. It's the story of a young girl, Peggy, who is stolen away by her survivalist father to live in a remote hut in the woods. He tells her that the world has been destroyed, and they are the last two humans left alive. They make a life for themselves in the woods, spending years isolated in the wilderness, until one day Peggy makes a discovery that leads her to question everything her father has told her and ultimately gives her the strength to escape back to the home and mother she thought she'd lost. Written in first person from Peggy's point of view, this book is full of narrative twists and turns, and as I was reading it, I could tell there were so many things left unsaid. She wasn't telling the complete story, either because she didn't know it or because she chose not to reveal certain things. The layers of secrets peel back gradually, the revelations of the final chapter circling ever closer as the story comes to a close. When all is revealed, it's a heartbreaking, gut wrenching end to a gripping story. There are some dark themes in this book, but I highly recommend it, and I can't wait to read more from this author.<br />
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In the meantime, here are my current reading stats - what I've read so far this year, what I'm reading now, and what I might read next:<br />
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<i>Our Endless Numbered Days</i>, by Claire Fuller</div>
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<i>All the Light We Cannot See</i>, by Anthony Doerr</div>
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<i>The Age of the Horse</i>, by Susanna Forrest</div>
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<i>The Dreamers</i>, by Karen Thompson Walker</div>
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<i>Educated</i>, by Tara Westover</div>
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<i>History of Wolves</i>, by Emily Fridlund</div>
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The Winter 2019 issue of <a href="http://www.detroitwed.com/" target="_blank">Metro Detroit Weddings</a> is on stands now, and there is so much to love in these pages, from a sweet engagement story to a one-of-a-kind courthouse wedding to unforgettable honeymoon destinations curated by local blogger <a href="https://www.thetravelcritic.co/" target="_blank">The Travel Critic</a>. And of course there's this issue's cover story, a 1960s-inspired editorial photographed at the charming Graduate hotel in Ann Arbor. Check out the entire shoot below, and see more from this issue <a href="http://www.detroitwed.com/digital-editions/" target="_blank">here</a>!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Pronovias gown, $3,500, at <a href="http://www.blushcouturebride.com/" target="_blank">BLUSH Couture Bride</a>. Pearl earrings, $12, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>. Bouquet by <a href="http://univflowershop.com/" target="_blank">University Flower Shop</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Emporio Armani tuxedo jacket, $1,495, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo shirt, $248, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Express tuxedo pant, $148, and velvet tie, $49.90, at <a href="http://express.com/" target="_blank">Express</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Justin Alexander zip-back halter ballgown, $2,100, at <a href="http://pierasbridal.com/" target="_blank">Piera’s Bridal Couture</a>. Crystal four leaf flower pin (in hair), $45, and pearl earrings, $12, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Michael Kors wool blazer, $595, and trouser, $295, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss shirt, $148, at Hugo Boss. Express bow tie, $39.90, at Express. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Emporio Armani velvet tuxedo jacket, $1,495, at Neiman Marcus. BOSS Hugo Boss shirt, $175, at Hugo Boss. Express bow tie, $39.90, at Express.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">MICHAEL Michael Kors floral dress, $98, at Michael Kors. Bag knot pearl earrings, $50, at <a href="http://theweddingshoppe.net/" target="_blank">The Wedding Shoppe</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">MICHAEL Michael Kors garden embroidered mesh dress, $250, at Michael Kors. Pearl headband, $22, at The Peacock Room. Pearl and crystal earrings, $15, at <a href="http://b-ella-bridal.com/" target="_blank">B. Ella Bridal</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Theory velvet tuxedo jacket, $645, and Neiman Marcus bow tie, $85, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo shirt, $248, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Express tuxedo pant, $148, at <a href="http://express.com/" target="_blank">Express</a>. Elaine B. multi-faceted wedding band, $800 for set of two, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Elaine B. Jewelry</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">INES by Ines Di Santo “Suri” gown with train, $5,680, at <a href="http://romasposa.com/" target="_blank">Roma Sposa</a>. Pearl earrings, $12, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>. Diamond engagement ring, $10,350, and diamond wedding band, $1,499, at <a href="http://tappers.com/" target="_blank">Tapper’s</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">MICHAEL Michael Kors floral dress, $98, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>. Bag knot pearl earrings, $50, at <a href="http://theweddingshoppe.net/" target="_blank">The Wedding Shoppe</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">MICHAEL Michael Kors garden embroidered mesh dress, $250, at Michael Kors. Pearl headband, $22, at The Peacock Room. Pearl and crystal earrings, $15, at <a href="http://b-ella-bridal.com/" target="_blank">B. Ella Bridal</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">The Wedding Shoppe Private Collection “McCartney” gown, $1,599, at <a href="http://theweddingshoppe.net/" target="_blank">The Wedding Shoppe</a>. Elaine B. “Mountain Side Provincial” ring, $1,100, and “Aquamarine Provincial” ring, $1,300, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Elaine B. Jewelry</a>. Barrera pearl earrings, $415, and Judith Leiber crystal evening clutch, $1,995, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. Betsey Johnson lace pumps, $129, at <a href="http://pierasbridal.com/" target="_blank">Piera’s Bridal Couture</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Zara plaid suit jacket, $199, and pants, $89.90, at <a href="http://zara.com/" target="_blank">Zara</a>. Warby Parker “Hughes” jet black glasses, $95, at <a href="http://warbyparker.com/" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BOSS Hugo Boss suit, $895, shirt, $175, and tie, $118, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Warby Parker “Percey” evergreen tortoise fade glasses, $95, at Warby Parker.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Michael Kors wool blazer, $595, and trouser, $295, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss shirt, $148, and tie, $128, at Hugo Boss.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Paloma Blanca gown with sash, $2,410, at <a href="http://thegownshop.com/" target="_blank">The Gown Shop</a>. Oscar de la Renta earrings, $425, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. Diamond engagement ring, $8,250, and diamond eternity ring, $3,750, at <a href="http://tappers.com/" target="_blank">Tapper’s</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Maggy London navy cold shoulder dress, $148, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>. Elaine B. “Eggshell Drop” earrings, $108, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Elaine B. Jewelry</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Paloma Blanca gown with sash, $2,410, at <a href="http://thegownshop.com/" target="_blank">The Gown Shop</a>. Oscar de la Renta earrings, $425, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. Diamond engagement ring, $8,250, and diamond eternity ring, $3,750, at <a href="http://tappers.com/" target="_blank">Tapper’s</a>. Badgley Mischka satin heels, $225, at <a href="http://pierasbridal.com/" target="_blank">Piera’s Bridal Couture</a>. Jimmy Choo “Leni” painted glitter clutch, $775, at Neiman Marcus.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Maggy London navy pleated sleeve dress, $152, at The Peacock Room. Elaine B. “Tiny Eggshell” earrings, $98, at Elaine B. Jewelry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo, $895, and shirt, $148, at Hugo Boss. Express bow tie, $39.90, at Express.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Emporio Armani tuxedo jacket, $1,495, at <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo shirt, $248, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Express tuxedo pant, $148, and velvet tie, $49.90, at <a href="http://express.com/" target="_blank">Express</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo, $895, and shirt, $148, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Express bow tie, $39.90, at <a href="http://express.com/" target="_blank">Express</a>. BHLDN “Linden” dress, $280, at <a href="http://bhldn.com/" target="_blank">BHLDN</a>. Pearl earrings, $12, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo, $995, and tuxedo shirt, $248, at Hugo Boss. Express bow tie, $39.90, at Express.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">WToo “Hermia” gown, $1,395, at <a href="http://b-ella-bridal.com/" target="_blank">B. Ella Bridal</a>. MICHAEL Michael Kors rose faux fur jacket, $395, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>. Pearl headband, $22, at The Peacock Room. Diamond engagement ring, $8,250, diamond eternity ring, $3,750, and Mikimoto pearl and diamond studs, $1,160, at <a href="http://tappers.com/" target="_blank">Tapper’s</a>. Badgley Mischka heels, $215, at <a href="http://pierasbridal.com/" target="_blank">Piera’s Bridal Couture</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Theia Bridal “Trinity” jumpsuit, $280, at <a href="http://bhldn.com/" target="_blank">BHLDN</a>. David Tutera pearl necklace, $89, at Piera’s Bridal Couture. Pearl earrings, $12, at The Peacock Room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo, $895, and shirt, $175, at Hugo Boss. Express bow tie, $39.90, at Express.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Pronovias gown, $1,500, at <a href="http://bridalcouturemi.com/" target="_blank">Bridal Couture</a>. Pearl headband, $22, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>. Mikimoto pearl and diamond studs, $1,160, at <a href="http://tappers.com/" target="_blank">Tapper’s</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Zara tuxedo jacket, $149, and tuxedo pant, $79.90, at <a href="http://zara.com/" target="_blank">Zara</a>. BOSS Hugo Boss tuxedo shirt, $248, at <a href="http://hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a>. Express tuxedo pant, $148, at <a href="http://express.com/" target="_blank">Express</a>. Elaine B. multi-faceted wedding band, $800 for set of two, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Elaine B. Jewelry</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ines Di Santo “Mia” gown with cathedral train, $8,680, at <a href="http://romasposa.com/" target="_blank">Roma Sposa</a>. Elaine B. “Sunstone Compass” ring, $1,100, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/" target="_blank">Elaine B. Jewelry</a>. Pearl earring, $12, at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pg/peacockroom/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">The Peacock Room</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Michael Kors slim-fit ponte blazer, $198, trousers, $148, and slim-fit stretch-cotton shirt, $128, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">BHLDN “Anthem” dress, $195, at <a href="http://bhldn.com/" target="_blank">BHLDN</a>. MICHAEL Michael Kors laced drapey trench coat, $295, “Lacey” butterfly embellished slides, $130, and large “Whitney” shoulder bag, $278, at <a href="http://michaelkors.com/" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a>. SWISSGEAR hardside trunk carry-on suitcase, $120, at <a href="http://target.com/" target="_blank">Target</a>.</span></div>
<br />paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-69632269488666319942018-12-06T10:30:00.001-05:002018-12-06T10:30:55.485-05:00hour detroit jewelry editorial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
For the December issue of Hour Detroit, I styled a jewelry editorial using pieces from some of my favorite artists, designers and boutiques. Layering, stacking, mixing and matching - this shoot was all about modern metals. See below for all the gorgeous images and full credits, including prices and where to shop these gorgeous pieces!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Chloe dress, $1,395, <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/">neimanmarcus.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Contrast” oxidized silver and repurposed diamond hoop earrings, $400, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">HVNTER GVTHERER “Xia” neck cuff, $88, <a href="http://orleansandwinder.com/">orleansandwinder.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Contrast” oxidized silver and repurposed diamond necklace, $260, at <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Imperfect Grace “Ira” black diamond and 14k gold lariat necklace, $720, <a href="http://imperfectgrace.co/">imperfectgrace.co</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Brass silver thorn necklace, $225, <a href="http://myhouseofstyle.com/">myhouseofstyle.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Therese Kuempel eye ring, $60, <a href="http://thistleandbess.com/">thistleandbess.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Imperfect Grace “Renya” black diamond ring, $465, “Svitlana” black diamond ring, $650, and “Olenka” black diamond ring, $625; and “Yulya” black diamond ring, $360, <a href="http://imperfectgrace.co/">imperfectgrace.co</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Amy Glenn147 hinge ring, $400, <a href="http://orleansandwinder.com/">orleansandwinder.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ramy Brook one shoulder jumpsuit, $445, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Contrast” oxidized silver and repurposed diamond stacking rings, $340 each, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Imperfect Grace “Elya” pink sapphire and ruby blackened sterling silver stacking rings, $620 each, <a href="http://imperfectgrace.co/">imperfectgrace.co</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">SHE Jewels diamond bangles, $640-$1,700, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Diamond and 14k yellow gold bezel bangle, $985, thin diamond bezel bangle, $650, and five diamond silver bangle, $1,175, <a href="http://myhouseofstyle.com/">myhouseofstyle.com</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Diamond ring, $1,750, and diamond link bracelet, $1,450, <a href="http://myhouseofstyle.com/">myhouseofstyle.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ramy Brook one shoulder jumpsuit, $445, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Kept Jewelry statement fringe earring, $42, <a href="http://etsy.com/shop/keptadorn">etsy.com/shop/keptadorn</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Raw semi precious cuff, $96, and brass citrine cuff, $98, <a href="http://myhouseofstyle.com/">myhouseofstyle.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Provincial” 14k gold, aquamarine, and diamond ring, $1,300, and “Flower Study #1” 14k gold and repurposed diamond ring, $680, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ramy Brook velvet top, $325, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Chain detail 14k gold hoop earring, $310, <a href="http://tappers.com/">tappers.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Vajzë “Dona” double ring, $48, <a href="http://vajze.com/">vajze.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. recycled 14k gold thin stacking ring, $80, and 14k gold faceted band, $400, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Vajzë “Francina” ring, $50, <a href="http://vajze.com/">vajze.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Lulu Frost gold link bracelet, $125, and gold link star bracelet, $345, <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/">neimanmarcus.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Vajzë “Francina” ring, $50, <a href="http://vajze.com/">vajze.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Spring” 18k vermeil ring, $76, and “Orbit” recycled 14k gold and diamond ring, $680, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ramy Brook one shoulder jumpsuit, $445, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Diamond star 14k tricolor stack ring, $499, <a href="http://tappers.com/">tappers.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sircium “Irius” ring, $795, <a href="http://thistleandbess.com/">thistleandbess.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Walters Faith “Clive” two-tone fluted ring, $5,200, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Baguette diamond and 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet, $5,795, diamond and 14k rose gold bangle bracelet, $2,600, and diamond and 14k white gold bangle bracelet, $3,600, <a href="http://tappers.com/">tappers.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Club Monaco camisole, $98.50, <a href="http://clubmonaco.com/">clubmonaco.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">SHE Jewels baguette ear cuff, $675 each, and mini bezel ear cuff, $495, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Kept Jewelry moonstone necklace, $34, <a href="http://etsy.com/shop/keptadorn">etsy.com/shop/keptadorn</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Vajzë “Avianna” choker, $38, and “Blerta” lariat necklace, $58, <a href="http://vajze.com/">vajze.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">SHE Jewels crescent necklace, $1,025, and Carbon & Hyde “Love Lock” ring, $3,220, <a href="http://shestores.com/">shestores.com</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Elaine B. “Concentric Half Moon” 18k vermeil ring, $64, “Prisma Locked Bangles” 18k vermeil bracelet, $220, and “Neon Hexagon” 18k vermeil bracelet, $98, <a href="http://elainebjewelry.com/">elainebjewelry.com</a></span></div>
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What a weekend! We spent so much time outside, soaking in the glorious spring sunshine. We took long walks, went to a birthday party, took Graydon to soccer, worked in the garden, and played baseball with the neighbors. Oh, and Jon had a convention this weekend so I totally mommed up and did my first overnight alone with both kids.<br />
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It was a pretty perfect weekend, although a little bittersweet because Jon went back to work on Monday. I went back to work last week, and I’m going to miss spending so much family time together. It was so special for both of us to have so much time home with Finn because unless something unexpected happens, he is our last baby. Now that we're both back to work it feels like that brand-new-baby chapter is over.<br />
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He is still so sweet and little, though! He's 10 weeks old today, 50th percentile for height, weight and head size, smiling more and more every day, and sleeping like a champ. Last night he slept for eight hours solid before waking up! He also discovered his feet over the weekend and couldn't stop staring at them. I love seeing his little mind blossoming!paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-57038991237323283562018-04-06T10:32:00.002-04:002018-04-06T10:32:53.997-04:00friday favoritesFinn is napping on his dad and Graydon is happily playing with his toys, so I'm using this (relatively) quiet time to share a few of my current favorite things!<br />
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<b>1.</b> I adore <a href="https://freshlypicked.com/" target="_blank">Freshly Picked</a> baby moccasins, and these winking eyes are the cutest! </div>
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<b>2.</b> If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beccastyle/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you may have seen my post about reading <a href="http://www.literatibookstore.com/book/9781938298998" target="_blank">this book</a> to Finn. It is such a beautiful book, and it gives me all the feels every time I read it. </div>
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<b>3.</b> I have super sensitive skin, and I've been using <a href="https://www.target.com/p/acure-the-essentials-marula-oil-1-fl-oz/-/A-50513329" target="_blank">Acure Marula Oil</a> as a face moisturizer for about a year now. It has done wonders for my skin, and I love that this brand is cruelty free and vegan!</div>
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<b>4.</b> <a href="http://www.hannaandersson.com/" target="_blank">Hanna Andersson</a> makes the best PJs and super cute clothes for kids, and I'm obsessed with this gender neutral rainbow print. I just ordered <a href="http://www.hannaandersson.com/pajamas-baby-sleepers/33083.html?dwvar_33083_color=JL7" target="_blank">these</a> and <a href="http://www.hannaandersson.com/baby-girl-sets/51151.html?dwvar_51151_color=JV4" target="_blank">these</a> for Finn, and I can't wait to see him in them! Bonus, they are currently on sale!</div>
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<b>5.</b> Ok, so a <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/fireside-faux-fur-throw-blanket?category=blankets-throws&color=066&quantity=1&size=One%20Size&type=REGULAR" target="_blank">faux fur throw blanket</a> might seem a little odd for spring, but I live in Michigan. I woke up to an inch of snow this morning. Can I please just go hide under this blanket until May???</div>
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He's here! Finnley Alan Voigt was born at 6:43 a.m. on Tuesday, February 27, 2018. We are two weeks into life with this sweet babe, and it's already impossible to imagine life without him. He is the most delicious, snuggly little peanut, and I am so unbelievably in love with him. It was a long journey getting to this point, and I will forever be grateful that this boy is here, healthy and safe.<br />
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For the past four years, Graydon has been my everything, my buddy, my baby boy. His brother will be here any day now, but he will always be the one who made me a mom. He is so smart, sweet, and funny. He is so observant and analytical, and I love getting to see the world through his eyes. Our days as a family of three are slowly ticking away, but here are a few of the things I want to remember about my brilliant 4-and-almost-a-half-year-old boy:<br />
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<i>Age:</i> 4 1/2 (almost)<br />
<i>Grade:</i> Preschool<br />
<i>Favorite Book:</i> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Here-We-Are-Living-Planet/dp/0399167897/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=" target="_blank">Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth</a><br />
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*He wakes me up at 7 every morning, but as soon as we're done with breakfast, he loves getting back in bed and snuggling with his dad while I get dressed and ready for the day.<br />
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*His favorite food is anything you eat for breakfast — bagels, eggs, waffles, pancakes, oatmeal, cereal, scones, toast — and his favorite dinner is "breakfast dinner." He loves breakfast so much that we had a brunch PJ party for his 4th birthday. He has also finally discovered that mac 'n' cheese is amazing.<br />
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*He loves spending time at the farm — it is his favorite place in the entire world. He also loves swim class, and was just chosen as the star student of the month. (It's very prestigious, we even got a yard sign that's like something out of <i>Friday Night Lights</i>.)<br />
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*He spent New Year's Eve at the farm with my mom and watched all three of the original <i>Star Wars</i> movies. He is now completely obsessed with "light savers," Stormtroopers, and the Millennium Falcon.<br />
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*He is already the sweetest, best big brother ever. He loves to hug and kiss my tummy and talk to his baby brother, sing him songs, and tell me what the baby is saying to him. He has big plans for how he is going to help change diapers and read to the baby, and he can't wait for him to get here! He also thinks we should name the baby "Stairs." 😂<br />
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*He can be so stubborn and frustrating, but just when he senses I'm at the end of my rope, he'll stop and say, "Mom, I love you so much." Melts my heart every time.<br />
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I love you, too, my sweet boy, to the moon and beyond.paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-83900953782063071222018-02-18T08:00:00.000-05:002018-02-18T08:45:28.097-05:00countdown to baby: nursery tour!Only 10 days until my due date! I am so excited to meet this baby, and I can't wait to bring him home! His room is by far my favorite in the entire house — every time I open the door, it makes me smile. The nursery is so cozy and serene, and I love it so much!<br />
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The look and feel of the room was inspired by this photo from <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/AbunxYki4gBR3SsGHgUUHd9ipI4O2uKn1saZF0BuQFKTyiSsqho2YQI/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>:<br />
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I instantly fell in love with the color palette and the hand drawn quality of the mural. A little digging took me to the artist's <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/484981909/peel-and-stick-ombre-mountain-pine-trees?show_sold_out_detail=1" target="_blank">Etsy page</a>, but since I was going to have to work around a window, I decided it would be best to customize the layout and get the look with paint. I chose a light minty green, <a href="http://www.behr.com/consumer/ColorDetailView/N420-1" target="_blank">Behr Juniper Breeze</a>, for the base color and used four gradually darker shades from the same color family — <a href="http://www.behr.com/consumer/ColorDetailView/N420-3" target="_blank">Misty Moss</a>, <a href="http://www.behr.com/consumer_ca/ColorDetailView/S420-4" target="_blank">Australian Jade</a>, <a href="http://www.behr.com/consumer/ColorDetailView/S420-6" target="_blank">Pine Brook</a> and <a href="http://origin.behr.com/pro/ColorDetailView/S420-7" target="_blank">Secluded Woods</a> — for the mountains. Here's a look at the finished space:<br />
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I love the way this room came together! It's so dreamy and calming, and we managed to pull this off with a small budget. The changing table is a Craiglist find that we used in Graydon's nursery, and I found the crib through a local mom-to-mom group on Facebook. The biggest investment was the new glider, but I kept an eye on it and waited to buy when it was on sale. (For product sources and links, scroll to the end of this post!) I kept the rest of the room light and bright, adding in touches of gold, warm wood, cozy textures, and black and white accents. After all, I couldn't do a mountain nursery without a little buffalo check, amirite?<br />
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One of my favorite parts of the room is the reading nook. I wanted Graydon to have a special place of his own in the new baby's room, somewhere to hang out, play, and look at books during diaper changes and nursing sessions. The canopy makes this little corner feel so special, and Graydon loves his "cozy area."<br />
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I am so happy about the book ledges! I absolutely love books — there is no such thing as too many books — but most of them live downstairs on our family room bookshelves or in Graydon's room in his book bin. I love how the ledges show off the books, though, making them as much artwork as reading material.<br />
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I'm still obsessed with my white chair, even though with two cats, two dogs, and two kids it's going to be impossible to keep it clean. At least I'll always have these photos to remind me it used to be white?<br />
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Overall I am so beyond happy with this room, and I can't wait to bring our new baby home so we can spend all the sweet, cuddly, newborn days and nights in it together!<br />
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<a href="https://www.allmodern.com/Baby-Mod-Olivia-3-in-1-Convertible-Crib-W6901AW-W6901W-L371-K~MZM1012.html?refid=GX87243793636-MZM1012_20361808&device=c&ptid=283048125581&network=g&targetid=pla-283048125581&PiID%5B%5D=20361808&gclid=CjwKCAiAn5rUBRA3EiwAUCWb2xSpM8A2b3SS-J--xcrFSzNdp5ugB5IrOUK_BopoxgxPsgMww577LRoCWlIQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Crib</a> // <a href="https://www.toysrus.com/product?productId=126172876" target="_blank">Chair</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/coyote-faux-fur-ottoman-project-62-153/-/A-52709171" target="_blank">Ottoman</a> // <a href="https://www.rugsusa.com/rugsusa/rugs/rugs-usa-double-diamond-lattice-shag/white/200HJKZ01A-9012.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=pla&adpos=1o5&scid=scplp200HJKZ01A-9012&sc_intid=200HJKZ01A-9012&gclid=CjwKCAiAn5rUBRA3EiwAUCWb22l_cCRVrL-OJdXqlP85M9g2G_WvTmViB5gZP2WW6jUXhX986JnlKRoCfA0QAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Rug</a> // Pottery Barn Kids Changing Table (from Craigslist, similar <a href="https://www.potterybarnkids.com/shop/baby/furniture/changing-tables/?cm_type=lnav" target="_blank">here</a>) // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/entenza-3-head-faceted-geometric-pendant-ceiling-light-brass-lamp-only---project-62%E2%84%A2/-/A-50598560" target="_blank">Pendant Light</a> // <a href="https://www.babyjives.com/collections/cloud-mobiles/products/gold-star-cloud-mobile?variant=638773353" target="_blank">Mobile</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/black-global-oversized-lumbar-throw-pillow-27-x15-threshold-153/-/A-17163655" target="_blank">Black & White Pillow</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/cream-mongolian-faux-fur-throw-pillow--18%22x18%22----xhilaration%E2%84%A2/-/A-16880114" target="_blank">Faux Sheepskin Pillow</a> // <a href="https://www.landofnod.com/organic-charley-harper-animal-crib-fitted-sheet/f19486" target="_blank">Crib Sheet</a> // <a href="https://blablakids.com/collections/knit-dolls/products/1541-doll-fox-socks" target="_blank">Fox</a> // <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/plush-hedgehog?category=SEARCHRESULTS&color=023" target="_blank">Hedgehog</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/geneva-single-glass-globe-floor-lamp-brass-lamp-only---project-62%E2%84%A2/-/A-52478012" target="_blank">Floor Lamp</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/tassel-bed-canopy-one-size-white---pillowfort%E2%84%A2/-/A-51417916" target="_blank">Canopy</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/fuzzy-bean-bag-chair---pillowfort%E2%84%A2/-/A-17297204" target="_blank">Bean Bag</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/white-rope-basket-with-fringe-pillowfort-153/-/A-51128784" target="_blank">Rope Basket</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/deer-bust-wall-sculpture-brass-threshold-153/-/A-52381829" target="_blank">Deer Bust</a> // <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40291766/" target="_blank">Book Ledges</a> // <a href="https://www.neverfeltbetterco.com/" target="_blank">Macrame Wall Art</a> // <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/zodiac-hook?category=SEARCHRESULTS&color=801" target="_blank">Zodiac Hook</a> // <a href="https://www.serenaandlily.com/dip-dyed-stools/white/16323.html" target="_blank">Stools</a> // <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07143PZQ1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" target="_blank">Plaid Blanket</a> // Hearth and Hand by Magnolia Embroidered Pillow (sold out, similar <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/529743444/mud-cloth-handwoven-white-and-black?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lumbar%20pillow&ref=sr_gallery-2-3" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.potterybarn.com/products/cozy-ticking-stripe-lumbar-pillow-cover/?catalogId=84&sku=2971625&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Decor%20%26%20Pillows%20%3E%20Decorative%20Pillows%20%3E%20Patterned%20%26%20Embroidered%20Pillows&kwid=productads-adid^202177635025-device^c-plaid^302270073972-sku^2971625-adType^PLA&gclid=CjwKCAiAn5rUBRA3EiwAUCWb2z8gFEud29ThHO9oV3RqGtNfiGthN51alCcJGjKeeGOQQSSu4vqOQRoCO8cQAvD_BwE&cm_ite=[[PLA]%20-%20Neutral%20Desktop]" target="_blank">here</a>) // <a href="https://www.mysweetmuffin.com/products/maileg-wolf-with-scarf?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=googlepla&variant=18508239875&gclid=CjwKCAiAn5rUBRA3EiwAUCWb2z431i7YkH19N6T0W2pWXSVkytND367qeIke7DzH0bTEpNRPMlt7_hoCTQwQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Wolf</a></div>
paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-57001014853616118312018-02-12T10:00:00.000-05:002018-02-13T10:42:47.370-05:00countdown to baby: gear guideWhen I was pregnant with my first son in 2013, I was so overwhelmed by the registry process. I remember walking into a Buy Buy Baby store for the first time and almost feeling paralyzed. Strollers, car seats, bouncers, burp cloths — there were just so many options. Luckily, with this new baby on the way, I already have a collection of tried-and-tested gear that I know works for my family and our lifestyle, and I wanted to share a few of my must-have baby items for those early newborn baby days.<br />
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<i>1. <a href="https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/chicco-reg-keyfit-reg-30-zip-infant-car-seat/3343201?categoryId=32594" target="_blank">Car Seat</a> // 2. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/babyganics-diapers-jumbo-pack-select-size/-/A-52338500#lnk=sametab&preselect=52036105" target="_blank">Diapers</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/WIPES-3Packs-package-Unscented-Kirkland/dp/B00INCQW7W/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1517578530&sr=1-5&keywords=kirkland+baby+wipes&dpID=31QlzxbpAvL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch" target="_blank">Wipes</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006P2R5O6/ref=twister_B009YWD2WI?_encoding=UTF8&th=1" target="_blank">Diaper Cream</a> // 3. <a href="https://www.teacollection.com/product/8s72501/footed-romper.html#feathers" target="_blank">Footed Romper</a> // 4. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Jogger-City-Select-Granite/dp/B06XYS3GL1/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1517577630&sr=8-2&keywords=city%2Bselect%2Blux&dpID=41hlCBxuu4L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1" target="_blank">Stroller</a> // </i><br />
<i>5. <a href="http://shop.4moms.com/shop-mamaroo" target="_blank">Swing/Bouncer</a> // 6. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C053BA/ref=twister_B00601PSSW?_encoding=UTF8&th=1" target="_blank">Bottle</a> // 7. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008TML9AQ/?tag=baby0c39-20" target="_blank">Bassinet</a>/<a href="https://babyletto.com/collections/cribs/products/lolly-3-in-1-convertible-crib-with-toddler-bed-conversion-kit" target="_blank">Crib</a>/<a href="https://www.target.com/p/fitted-crib-sheet-superhero-masks-cloud-island-153-white-black/-/A-52771230#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">Bedding</a> // 8. <a href="http://www.spearmintlove.com/organic-cotton-muslin-swaddle-set-forest-friends/" target="_blank">Swaddle Blankets</a> // </i><br />
<i>9. <a href="https://ergobaby.com/baby-carrier/omni-360/omni-360-pearl-grey" target="_blank">Baby Carrier</a>/<a href="https://shop.sollybaby.com/collections/classic/products/ajj-x-solly-baby" target="_blank">Wrap</a></i></div>
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<b>1. Car Seat</b></div>
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The most important item to have before going into labor is a car seat — you can't leave the hospital with baby without one. There is no one "best" car seat, though. The right seat really depends on the kind of car you drive, how often you'll be using it in taxis/ubers/rental cars, what kind of stroller you plan to use, and your budget. To help sort through the many, many options, I highly recommend <a href="https://www.lucieslist.com/baby-registry-basics/infant-car-seats/" target="_blank">this guide</a>. We have a <a href="https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/chicco-reg-keyfit-reg-30-zip-infant-car-seat/3343201?categoryId=32594" target="_blank">Chicco KeyFit 30</a> — it fits well in our smaller cars, it's compatible with a lot of strollers, and it's not crazy expensive.</div>
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<b>2. Diapers, Wipes, and Diaper Cream</b></div>
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Eat, sleep, poop — that's basically what a newborn's day consists of. Let's talk about the poop side of the equation first. You will need diapers, either disposable or reusable cloth. If you go the cloth diaper route, bravo! I never had it in me to do that, though, and Graydon wore Pampers until he was potty trained. This time around, I want to be a bit more environmentally friendly, so I'm switching to <a href="https://www.target.com/p/babyganics-diapers-jumbo-pack-select-size/-/A-52338500#lnk=sametab&preselect=52036105" target="_blank">Babyganics diapers</a>. I am a big fan of Babyganics products (including their <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006P2R5O6/ref=twister_B009YWD2WI?_encoding=UTF8&th=1" target="_blank">diaper cream</a>), and the diapers are soft, have a wetness indicator (a necessity as far as I'm concerned), and are chlorine, latex, petroleum, and fragrance free. For cleaning up a messy baby, Costco's <a href="https://www.amazon.com/WIPES-3Packs-package-Unscented-Kirkland/dp/B00INCQW7W/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1517578530&sr=1-5&keywords=kirkland+baby+wipes&dpID=31QlzxbpAvL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch" target="_blank">Kirkland brand wipes</a> are the best I have used.</div>
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<b>3. Footed Rompers</b></div>
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Tiny baby clothes are so irresistible, amirite? It is so tempting to buy all the mini sweaters, jeans, tutus, and dresses, but all you really need for the first several months are footed one-piece jumpsuits/rompers. Seriously, the fewer pieces you have to put on a newborn, the better. As a stylist, I resisted this at first, but trust me — keep it simple and pick up a bunch of these babies. I love the global-inspired prints at <a href="https://www.teacollection.com/product/8s72501/footed-romper.html#feathers" target="_blank">Tea Collection</a>, but there are also great options at Target, Old Navy, Carters, BabyGap, and basically anywhere else you can buy baby clothes.</div>
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<b>4. Stroller</b></div>
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Just like the carseat, the kind of stroller you need depends on several factors, including lifestyle, how many kids you plan to have (and how close together you plan to have them), and budget. Strollers can be very expensive, with some higher end models starting at more than $1,000, but there are plenty of budget-friendly options that offer lots of features. We have a now-discontinued Baby Jogger City Versa and love it, but if I was buying a stroller now I would get the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Jogger-City-Select-Granite/dp/B06XYS3GL1/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1517577630&sr=8-2&keywords=city%2Bselect%2Blux&dpID=41hlCBxuu4L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch&th=1" target="_blank">City Select Lux</a>. It converts from a single to a double stroller, so it's ideal for a growing family. However, I am seriously considering getting a jogging stroller this time around — I have my eye on the <a href="http://www.babyjogger.com/en-US/strollers/summit%E2%84%A2-x3" target="_blank">Baby Jogger Summit X3</a> or <a href="https://bumbleride.com/products/speed?variant=2639975120920" target="_blank">Bumbleride Speed</a>.</div>
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<b>5. Swing/Bouncer</b></div>
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Not all babies like swings/bouncers — my first kid couldn't stand any of the ones we bought/borrowed for him — but I have heard amazing things about the <a href="http://shop.4moms.com/shop-mamaroo" target="_blank">4Moms mamaRoo</a> and I'm excited to try it with this new babe. It's a high-tech infant seat, used in more than 350 maternity wards, NICUs, and pediatric units across the U.S. to soothe newborns, so it must be good. The price is a little steep, but I got mine used through a local mom-to-mom group at a fraction of the retail price.</div>
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<b>6. Bottles</b></div>
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Remember that eat, sleep, poop equation from earlier? When it comes to the eating part, I honestly believe that FED IS BEST. There is so much pressure on moms to breastfeed, which is awesome if it works out! I was super lucky that breastfeeding went well for me* the first time around, but I wanted to go back to work, so that meant giving bottles. It took some serious trial and error to find one that my kid would actually take, so when we found the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C053BA/ref=twister_B00601PSSW?_encoding=UTF8&th=1" target="_blank">Comotomo baby bottle</a> it felt like a miracle. This bottle is seriously great, though — the shape of the nipple mimics an actual breast, it doesn't have a million weird parts so it's easy to clean, and the design is on point. </div>
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<i>*Even though breastfeeding went well, pumping was always a challenge for me, so I had to supplement with formula. I beat myself up about it, needlessly — my kid was fine. Just remember, fed is best!</i></div>
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<b>7. Bassinet/Crib/Bedding</b></div>
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Now for the final piece of the equation - sleep! Your baby will need somewhere to sleep, whether it's a crib in the nursery or a bassinet in your bedroom. I love the styling of the <a href="https://babyletto.com/collections/cribs/products/lolly-3-in-1-convertible-crib-with-toddler-bed-conversion-kit" target="_blank">Babyletto Lolly crib</a>, and unlike pricier cribs, it actually comes with everything needed to convert it to a toddler bed. (<a href="https://www.target.com/p/fitted-crib-sheet-superhero-masks-cloud-island-153-white-black/-/A-52771230#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">These sheets</a> would be so darling with this crib — I adore a well-designed monochromatic nursery!) If you want to go the bassinet route, I love the clean, modern lines and breathable mesh sides of the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008TML9AQ/?tag=baby0c39-20" target="_blank">Baby Bjorn cradle</a>, but you also can't go wrong with a <a href="https://www.toysrus.com/products/graco-pack-n-play.jsp" target="_blank">Pack 'n' Play</a> or <a href="https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/jonathan-adler-reg-crafted-by-fisher-price-reg-deluxe-smart-connect-rock-39-n-play-sleeper/1046634658" target="_blank">Rock 'n' Play</a>.</div>
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<b>8. Swaddle Blankets</b></div>
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There is nothing sweeter than a swaddled newborn — especially if that swaddle helps said newborn sleep! Muslin swaddle blankets also make fantastic car seat covers, nursing covers, play blankets, scarves, blanket forts, and more, so you really can't have too many of these babies. I adore the gorgeous prints from <a href="https://littleunicorn.com/collections/swaddle-blankets" target="_blank">Little Unicorn</a> and <a href="https://clementinekids.com/collections/swaddles" target="_blank">Clementine Kids</a>, and you can find so many great swaddles at the <a href="http://www.spearmintlove.com/muslin-swaddle-blankets/" target="_blank">Spearmint Love</a> shop.</div>
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<b>9. Baby Carrier/Wrap</b></div>
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Last but not least, having some sort of wrap/baby carrier is key. Even if you don't plan on getting dressed or leaving the house, having your hands free to do things like eat, let the dog out, go pee, wrangle your toddler, etc. without having to put your baby down is so helpful. I prefer a wrap for wearing a tiny newborn and a soft structured carrier for an older baby. <a href="http://sollybaby.com/" target="_blank">Solly Baby</a> makes gorgeous wraps, and it's a super-cool, woman-owned company, which is always a bonus! I also had an Ergobaby original carrier the first time around, but I recently sold it (thanks, local mom-to-mom group!) and upgraded to the new <a href="https://ergobaby.com/baby-carrier/omni-360/omni-360-pearl-grey" target="_blank">Ergobaby Omni 360</a> carrier. It has four carry positions and can be used with babies as little as 7 lbs. without an additional infant insert. I can't wait to try it with this new baby!</div>
paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-40957884105588880912018-02-07T10:00:00.000-05:002018-02-07T10:00:43.815-05:00countdown to baby: hospital go-bag packing listI am 37 weeks pregnant today, officially full-term! Baby could arrive any day now! Graydon was born exactly one week before his due date, and I was completely unprepared. This time, rather than throwing together a hospital go-bag in between contractions, I started prepping all the essentials ahead of time. Everything is basically packed and ready to go, minus a few last minute things that I use day-to-day. Here's a peek inside my bag, with a full packing list below!<br />
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<i>1. <a href="http://www.skiphop.com/skiphop-diaper-bags/816523023972.html#navID=header&start=1&cgid=skiphop-diaper-bags-backpack" target="_blank">Skip Hop Nolita Neoprene Diaper Backpack</a> // 2. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/seventh-generation-153-free-clear-diapers-size-1-40ct/-/A-14045409#lnk=sametab&preselect=11140335" target="_blank">Seventh Generation Newborn Diapers</a> // 3. Target Satin Slides (<a href="https://www.stevemadden.com/product/SILKY/244107.uts?selectedColor=BLACK-SATIN" target="_blank">similar here</a>) // 4. <a href="https://earthmamaorganics.com/products/organic-nipple-butter.html" target="_blank">Earth Mama Nipple Butter</a> // 5. <a href="https://www.sephora.com/product/agave-lip-mask-P384629?skuId=1575042&om_mmc=ppc-GG_381463959_27499854879_pla-178173922359_1575042_97594840119_9016853_c&country_switch=us&lang=en&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuDTBRDUARIsAL41eDp9wUL2ITaqgCiVtQ0o7YzvRFmDGsG_V0F2z_qS9e95HMcmO7OvTIAaArwdEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">Bite Beauty Agave Lip Mask</a> // 6. babyGap Bunny Hat (<a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=1087675&pcid=1086661&vid=1&pid=266282002" target="_blank">similar here</a>) // 7. <a href="https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/product/honest-2-oz-spray-hand-sanitizer-in-grapefruit-grove/1020181055" target="_blank">Honest Company Spray Hand Sanitizer - Grapefruit Grove</a> // 8. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-valentine-day-notch-collar-2pc-pajama-set-gilligan-o-malley-153-black/-/A-52849088#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">Target Satin Pajamas</a> // 9. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-striped-hearts-fuzzy-valentine-s-day-socks-xhilaration-153-white-one-size/-/A-52810522#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">Target Striped Hearts Fuzzy Socks</a> // 10. <a href="https://littleunicorn.com/collections/swaddle-blankets/products/cotton-swaddle-birch" target="_blank">Little Unicorn Cotton Swaddle - Birch</a> // 11. <a href="http://www.carters.com/carters-baby-girl-50-off-sale-one-piece/190795472561.html#navID=header&start=1&cgid=carters-baby-boy-one-pieces" target="_blank">Carter's French Terry Coverall</a> // 12. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fujifilm-Instax-Mini-Instant-Camera/dp/B06WW64YM6/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_421_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=7QVAQ479BXNTKTC76RHN" target="_blank">Fujifilm Instax Mini Instant Camera</a> // 13. <a href="https://freshlypicked.com/collections/newborn/products/newborn-cashmere" target="_blank">Freshly Picked Newborn Moccassins - Cashmere</a></i></div>
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<i>For Mom:</i></div>
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2. Cozy Socks</div>
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3. Nursing Bra/Nursing Pads</div>
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4. Nursing Pajamas/Robe</div>
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5. Underwear*</div>
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6. Maxi Pads</div>
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7. Going Home Outfit**</div>
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8. Toothbrush/Toothpaste</div>
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9. Shampoo/Conditioner/Dry Shampoo</div>
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10. Bobby Pins/Hair Ties/Headband</div>
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20. Saltines/Rice Cakes***</div>
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<i>*You will be wearing pads for at least a month after baby is born, so invest in some cheap, comfy undies, like <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-2-pack-seamless-bikini-gilligan-o-malley-153/-/A-50285432#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">these</a>.</i></div>
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<i>***Immediately after Graydon was born, I couldn't keep anything down except super mild, easily digested snacks. I will be forever grateful to my mother-in-law for showing up at the hospital with Saltines.</i></div>
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2. Swaddle Blankets</div>
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3. Hat</div>
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4. Going Home Outfit</div>
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5. Sibling Gift (a little something to give your older kid/s, from the new baby)</div>
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1. Toiletries (toothbrush, deoderant, glasses, etc.)</div>
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5. Wallet/I.D./Insurance Card</div>
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6. List of people to call when baby arrives</div>
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1. Cell Phones (loaded with music, apps, etc.)</div>
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2. Camera</div>
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3. Chargers for all devices</div>
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4. Magazines/Other light reading</div>
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5. Gift/Thank You for nurses</div>
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2. Towel/Trash Bags (to sit on in case water breaks en route to the hospital)</div>
paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-30165791894100146822018-02-02T09:00:00.000-05:002018-02-02T09:39:53.585-05:00friday favorites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
We are officially in the final countdown to baby — due date February 28!!! I had what is (probably) my last shoot before maternity leave earlier this week, the nursery is almost ready, the baby clothes are washed and put away, and it feels like this little guy could be here any day now! Before life turns into nothing but babybabybabybaby, I wanted to take a quick minute to share a few of my favorite things right now. </div>
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<i>1. <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/living-proof-phd-holiday-travel-kit?category=SEARCHRESULTS&color=010" target="_blank">Living Proof PhD travel kit</a> // 2. <a href="http://www.literatibookstore.com/book/9781328879943" target="_blank">The Handmaid's Tale</a> // 3. <a href="https://simplycurated.com/collections/the-botanical-collection/products/botanical-collection-no-01" target="_blank">Simply Curated Botanical Collection No. 1 candle</a> // 4. <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-seamless-gown-gilligan-o-malley-153-pink-triangle/-/A-52892275#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">Gilligan O'Malley seamless nightgown</a> // 5. <a href="https://casper.com/pillows/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=S.US-6-Brand-Casper-Pillows-Exact&utm_content=PRO_brand_productpillows&utm_term=lower&cvosrc=ppc-b.lower-google.PRO_brand_productpillows&cvo_country=USA&cvo_device=c&cvo_campaign=S.US-6-Brand-Casper-Pillows-Exact" target="_blank">Casper pillow</a></i></div>
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I know I'm late to the party with <a href="http://www.livingproof.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAksvTBRBFEiwADSBZfM3SnbV9EvmbQQnOnhTpFdjiqRgLVwwWi3Krs7JvN6G1BDYzoGKuHRoCX2IQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Living Proof</a>, but I picked up this travel set for myself when I was Christmas shopping, and OMG this stuff is amazing. The shampoo and conditioner smell so good, and I feel like they actually clean my hair (unlike some other high-end hair care products). And the dry shampoo is a miracle, especially on mornings when I need to get Graydon out the door for preschool and I don't have time for a shower and blow dry. (Just make sure to do the dry shampoo BEFORE you get dressed so you don't look like you dusted yourself with baby powder.)</div>
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I am so excited for season two of <i>The Handmaid's Tale</i> (premiering April 25 on Hulu)! The first season of the show was SO GOOD, and in anticipation of the new season, I'm rereading <a href="http://www.literatibookstore.com/book/9781328879943" target="_blank">the book</a> for the I-don't-even-know-how-many-th time. Margaret Atwood is a genius, I can't recommend her work enough. Read it if you haven't already!!!</div>
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<a href="https://simplycurated.com/collections/the-botanical-collection/products/botanical-collection-no-01" target="_blank">This candle</a>...just one sniff is all it takes to fall in love. It smells like the lushest garden, with notes of honeysuckle, plum, rose petals, jasmine, gardenia, lily of the valley, carnation and green leaves. Each Simply Curated candle is hand poured in Grand Rapids, Mich., 100 percent phthalate-free, and the gorgeous glass vessels make great barware once the candle is done.</div>
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All of the above are awesome, but honestly, at 36 weeks pregnant, my absolute favorite thing in the world right now is getting cozy AF and going to bed. This <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-seamless-gown-gilligan-o-malley-153-pink-triangle/-/A-52892275#lnk=sametab" target="_blank">nightgown from Target</a> is so, so comfortable - I went up one size to accommodate my expanded belly, and it gives my more generous pregnant bust the support it needs. It's stretchy enough to pull to the side for nursing, but there is a <a href="https://www.target.com/p/women-s-nursing-seamless-chemise-gilligan-o-malley-153/-/A-51812230?lnk=rec|adaptpdph1_577_v1|pagerank_rp_v1|adaptpdph1_577_v1|51812230|0" target="_blank">maternity version</a> with drop-down cups that I will probably add to my rotation once baby is here.</div>
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And speaking of being comfortable — at 36 weeks pregnant I'm definitely in the as-many-pillows-as-possible phase. I currently have five full-size pillows on my side of the bed. My main pillow, the one I lay my head on, is from <a href="https://casper.com/pillows/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=S.US-6-Brand-Casper-Pillows-Exact&utm_content=PRO_brand_productpillows&utm_term=lower&cvosrc=ppc-b.lower-google.PRO_brand_productpillows&cvo_country=USA&cvo_device=c&cvo_campaign=S.US-6-Brand-Casper-Pillows-Exact" target="_blank">Casper</a>, and it is the Most. Comfortable. Ever. I'm obsessed with it. I normally wouldn't spend that much on a pillow, but hey, I'm pregnant, I deserve it, right?</div>
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Cheers to the weekend!</div>
paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-86331648812615101172018-01-29T21:49:00.001-05:002018-01-29T21:49:22.180-05:00back in time bridal for hour detroit<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Naeem Khan gown, $8,490, and Jardin Jewelry earrings, $330, at Roma Sposa; Vintage gloves, stylist's own.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The first time I stepped inside The Peacock Room's new flagship store at the Fisher Building, the space was still under construction and very raw. </span><span style="color: #454545;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">But it took my breath away, nevertheless. I knew it was going to be an incredible space, and the finished product definitely lived up to expectations. When I called the owner (and total boss babe), Rachel Lutz, about shooting the Hour Detroit bridal feature in the new store, I was so thrilled she said yes! It was a dream location, the perfect setting for vintage-inspired bridal looks. It was inspired by vintage photographs of women shopping at Bergdorf Goodman, so I pulled together a collection of gowns that are modern takes on looks from the 1920s to the 1950s. I absolutely love the way this shoot turned out! See the full shoot below!</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>from left: </i>Maggy London "Blue Beau" dress, $198, and Juliart vintage cameo handbag, $215, at The Peacock Room, Fisher Building; Penny Preville diamond necklace, $4,995, and diamond earrings, $3,995, at Tapper's; Hey Lady "Zou Zou Bisou" shoes, $248, at heylady.co; Leather gloves, stylist's own. Matthew Christopher "Juniper" tea-length gown, $3,210, at Bridal Couture. Modern Trousseau "Gala" gown, $4,700, and Sara Gabriel "Daphne" earrings, $127, at The Gown Shop; Maritza's Bridal headpiece, $475, at Blush Couture Bride; Antique rhinestone bridal necklace, $275, at The Peacock Room; Justin Alexander lace gloves, $177, at Piera's Bridal Couture. Justin Alexander ball gown, $2,000, at Piera's Bridal Couture.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Matthew Christopher "Lillian" gown, $4,360, at Bridal Couture; Jardin Jewelry earrings, $370, at Roma Sposa; David Tutera Embellish "Luna" necklace, $70, at B. Ella Bridal. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yolan Cris "Eriste" gown, $6,700, at Bisou Bridal Boutique; Jennifer Behr earrings, $1,110, at L'amour Bridal; Diamond and 18-karat white gold ring, $5,395, at Tapper's.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>from left: </i>Laine Berry "Shelby" gown, $4,000, and Ian Stuart Bride "Nova Scotia" veil, $1,298, at Blush Couture Bride; David Tutera Embellish "Luna" necklace, $70, at B. Ella Bridal; Pronovias lesAccessoires headpiece, $250, at Piera's Bridal Couture. Adrianna Papell dress, $279, and white faux fox fur wrap, $95, at The Peacock Room; Maria Elena earrings, $475, at Roma Sposa.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Laine Berry "Shelby" gown, $4,000, and Ian Stuart Bride "Nova Scotia" veil, $1,298, at Blush Couture Bride; David Tutera Embellish "Luna" necklace, $70, at B. Ella Bridal; Pronovias lesAccessoires headpiece, $250, at Piera's Bridal Couture. Diamond ring, price upon request, at Tapper's.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Atelier Pronovias "Rafia" gown, $3,875, and Haute Bride earrings, $260, at L'amour Bridal; Malis Henderson bracelet, $177, at Piera's Bridal Couture.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Watters "Ferrera" gown, $4,345, and AA Bridal hair comb, $75, at B. Ella Bridal; Malis Henderson birdcage veil, $95, at Piera's Bridal Couture; Sara Gabriel "Chris" bracelet, $257, and Sara Gabriel "Alisha" earrings, $87, at The Gown Shop.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Atelier Pronovias "Yadarola" gown, price upon request, at Beautiful Bridal with Keasha Rigsby; Tapper's Estate Jewelry Collection 18-karat yellow gold earrings, $5,800, at Tapper's; La Vie Parisienne white seed bead necklace (worn in hair), $70, at The Peacock Room.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Naeem Khan gown, $8,490, and Jardin Jewelry earrings, $330, at Roma Sposa; Vintage gloves, stylist's own.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Photography:</i> Jenny Risher</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Wardrobe Styling:</i> Rebecca Voigt</span></div>
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<i style="font-size: small;">Art Direction: </i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Carolyn Chin Watson for Hour Detroit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Location:</i> The Peacock Room, Fisher Building</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Hair Styling:</i> Kristina Beaty</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Makeup:</i> Gjysta Nuculaj</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Wardrobe Assistant:</i> Jennifer Pickering</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Photography Assistant:</i> Garrett MacLean</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Mixed Metals:</b> Halston Heritage dress, $525, at Neiman Marcus, Somerset Collection South, Troy; 248-643-3300; <a href="http://neimanmarcus.com/">neimanmarcus.com</a>.</td></tr>
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My first published editorial shoot for 2018 was such a dream collaboration. I'm always thrilled to work with the incredibly talented Lians Jadan, and for this shoot we also worked with Erik and Israel Nordin of the Detroit Design Center. The Nordin Brothers are known for their cutting-edge metal sculptures, and it was an honor to feature their work in this shoot. The art pieces were the inspiration for the styling — I wanted the clothing to have the same mix of hard edges and gentle curves found in the artwork. We were also so fortunate the Nordins were gracious enough to make a few custom pieces for the shoot, including the ring swing (I want one in my house) and the futuristic, space goddess headpiece that we lovingly named "the Beyonce." <i>#SLAY</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Hard Wear:</b> LIE faux suede top, $220, at Found Objects, Birmingham; 248-220-4999; <a href="http://shopfoundobjects.com/">shopfoundobjects.com</a>. Brunello Cucinelli fil coupè skirt, $1,645, at Saks Fifth Avenue, Somerset Collection South, Troy; 248-643-9000; <a href="http://saksfifthavenue.com/">saksfifthavenue.com</a>. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Touch and Glow:</b> A.W.A.K.E. urchin top, $780, at Linda Dresner, Birmingham; 248-642-4999; <a href="http://lindadresner.com/">lindadresner.com</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Liquid Gold:</b> Susan Bender leather jacket, $1,450, at Tender, Birmingham; 248-258-0212; <a href="http://tenderbirmingham.com/">tenderbirmingham.com</a>. Romona Keveza dress, $6,590, at Roma Sposa, Birmingham; 248-723-4300; <a href="http://romasposa.com/">romasposa.com</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Silver Lining:</b> Nero by Jatin Varma dress, $595, at Saks Fifth Avenue, Somerset Collection South, Troy; 248-643-9000; <a href="http://saksfifthavenue.com/">saksfifthavenue.com</a>.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Art Director: </i>Carolyn Chin Watson, Hour Detroit</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Location & Art pieces:</i> Erik & Israel Nordin, Detroit Design Center</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Wardrobe Styling:</i> Rebecca Voigt</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Hair Stylist:</i> Monica Jadan</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Makeup Artist:</i> Christamara Alix</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Wardrobe Assistant:</i> Jennifer Pickering</span></div>
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paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-58528630299636953762018-01-23T11:23:00.001-05:002018-01-23T11:23:19.236-05:00nursery sneak peek!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been in full-blown nesting mode lately, getting everything organized for baby boy's arrival next month! His room is coming together so beautifully, it's already my favorite room in the entire house. Yesterday the new chair for his room was delivered, so I wanted to share a quick little sneak preview of the space!<br />
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<a href="https://www.toysrus.com/product?productId=126172876" target="_blank">1. Chair</a> // <a href="https://www.target.com/p/embroidered-x-pattern-throw-pillow-14-x20-cream-hearth-hand-153-with-magnolia/-/A-52577458" target="_blank">2. Pillow</a> (sold out online, similar <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/529743444/mud-cloth-handwoven-white-and-black?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=lumbar%20pillow&ref=sr_gallery-2-3" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/caroline-tasseled-pillow?category=decorative-pillows&color=004&quantity=1&type=REGULAR" target="_blank">here</a> // <a href="https://www.serenaandlily.com/dip-dyed-stools/m10423.html?color=White#q=stools&start=8" target="_blank">3. Stools</a> // <a href="https://www.adenandanais.com/en-us/serenity-star" target="_blank">4. Clock/Nightlight</a></div>
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The mountain mural is by far my favorite part of the room. After we lost our baby last year, I immediately wanted to escape to the mountains, and we spent a week in the Rockies with our dear friends from Colorado. The mountains are so vast, ancient, and humbling, it truly was such a healing experience to be surrounded by their immense beauty. Two of my very sweet, amazing, talented girlfriends helped paint the mural, and it is so beautiful and holds so much meaning for me. We still have a few little things left to finish up the room, but I am so happy with how it's coming along! It is so peaceful and serene, the perfect place for middle-of-the-night nursing sessions and all the baby cuddles. I can't wait to bring this little boy home!</div>
paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-24083896217833108972018-01-18T09:00:00.000-05:002018-01-18T09:00:17.818-05:00best of 2017: fashion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the things that makes me happiest is my work as a fashion stylist. Work has been a refuge for me over the last year as I coped with the loss of my son – it kept me sane in so many ways. I am so grateful to have a career that feeds my soul, and I am so fortunate to work with so many talented people. Above are some of my favorite shots from 2017, from beautiful bridal to sporty menswear. To see more from these shoots, and more of my work in general, follow me on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/beccastyle/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!<br />
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<i>Top Row (l-r): Hour Detroit women's eveningwear, photo by Roy Ritchie. Hour Detroit bridal fashion, photo by Jenny Risher. Hour Detroit men's fashion featuring Detroit City FC, photo by Lians Jadan. </i><br />
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<i>Middle Row (l-r): Metro Detroit Weddings bridal accessories, photo by Brad Ziegler. Hour Detroit "Best of Detroit" magic-themed shoot, photo by Jenny Risher. Metro Detroit Weddings bridal fashion, photo by Heather Saunders.</i><br />
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<i>Bottom Row (l-r): DBusiness "Executive Fashion," photo by Martin Vecchio. Metro Detroit Weddings bridal fashion, photo by Amber Marie Photography. Hour Detroit winter fashion, photo by Martin Vecchio.</i>paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-11988001716630079942018-01-16T14:50:00.000-05:002018-01-17T17:18:57.821-05:00new year, new baby, new blog<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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If you've been following me on Instagram for the last year and a half, you've seen that my life has been a whirlwind. Work has been busy and rewarding, Graydon just keeps getting bigger and bigger, we moved into a new house - and we've also experienced a devastating loss and the renewal of hope.<br />
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In 2016, we decided the time was right to grow our family, and after two early miscarriages we were overjoyed to find out we were expecting another baby boy, due in March 2017. We shared the good news with friends and family, Graydon was so excited to be a big brother...and then we lost the baby at 21 weeks pregnant. Words cannot describe how incredibly painful it was to lose him. It's a grief that will never go away, and not a day goes by that I don't think of him.<br />
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This past year has been all abut healing, rebuilding, starting over. Despite the pain of our loss, 2017 was a year filled with love and joy. In June I found out I was pregnant again, and our third baby, our third son, is due to arrive February 28, 2018. It has been a long journey, marked by uncertainty and anxiety, but this baby is strong and healthy, and I can't wait to welcome him into our family.<br />
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And as I prepare to welcome a new baby, I'm also looking to the future and making plans for this blog. I want this little corner of the internet to serve as a place for me to share all the things that bring joy and happiness to my life, from my beautiful family to the job that feeds my creativity, and everything in between. I am so grateful for all the wonderful things in my life, and I'm excited for what the future will bring.<br />
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The last year and a half has been a wild ride, but I feel like the adventure is just beginning.paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-69162237056277973432016-07-07T10:37:00.001-04:002016-07-07T10:37:43.070-04:00catching up: flowers, streetwear and a fashion flashback<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wow, it has been a minute since I updated this little corner of the internet! Time flies when you're having fun, right?<br />
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This spring, I styled some spectacularly fun projects for <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour Detroit</a>, starting with a dreamy, romantic floral fantasia for our spring fashion shoot and most recently a totally rad fashion flashback to the 1980s for our prom-themed Best of Detroit issue. If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beccastyle/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you may have already seen most of these shots, but here are some highlights from three of my recent Hour projects:<br />
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For the <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/April-2016/La-Belle-Fleur/" target="_blank">April issue</a>, Hour art director Valerie Morgan wanted to do something light and romantic, with a focus on tighter beauty shots. She also wanted to include floral elements, so I suggested partnering with florist Susan McLeary of <a href="http://www.passionflowerevents.com/" target="_blank">Passionflower</a>. She creates gorgeous wearable flower arrangements, from crowns to living jewelry. She designed some incredible pieces for this shoot and was dream to work with on set. The floral elements were the perfect complement to the whites, pastels, floral prints, and delicate jewelry I pulled for the shoot. Overall it was so dreamy and romantic, a breath of fresh air to welcome spring after a long, dreary winter.<br />
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For our men's fashion story in the <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/May-2016/Street-Wise/" target="_blank">May issue</a>, we pivoted to something completely different than our floral women's shoot: streetwear! Shot in Eastern Market, for this shoot I pulled looks from some of the metro Detroit area's top streetwear boutiques, including <a href="https://www.revivemi.com/" target="_blank">Revive</a> and <a href="https://burnrubbersneakers.com/" target="_blank">Burn Rubber</a>, and some made in Detroit brands, like <a href="http://detroitvseverybody.com/" target="_blank">Detroit vs. Everybody</a> and <a href="http://thedirtlabel.com/" target="_blank">The Dirt Label</a>. The moment I knew I'd done my job right on this shoot was when our super stylish model told me he would wear all of the looks I put together. It was the ultimate compliment.<br />
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Last but certainly not least, for the <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/June-2016/Best-of-Detroit-2016/" target="_blank">June Best of Detroit issue</a>, we went back in time and created a 1980s prom, starring real high school and college students, as well as several winners. The Best Of shoot is always a huge production with a huge cast, and this year my intrepid assistant, Jennifer, and I dressed about 30 people in fabulous vintage fashion. Thank you to all the local vintage stores who let me raid their supplies of '80s prom dresses, and to all the moms who sent their kids to the shoot with gems pulled from the back of their closets. Also, a big shout out to prop stylist <a href="https://stephaniepotts.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Stephanie Potts</a>, who created the prom of John Hughes' dreams.paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-34377182148945902242016-02-09T10:58:00.000-05:002016-02-09T10:58:02.519-05:00romantic edge<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Valentine's Day is this weekend, love is in the air, and it's the perfect time to share the bridal fashion story from the February issue of <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour Detroit</a>! The lovely and talented <a href="http://www.cybellecodish.com/" target="_blank">Cybelle Codish</a> photographed this story at the Russell Industrial Center, a gigantic warehouse complex with some incredible raw spaces as well as artist studios. The raw spaces provided a beautiful, incongruous backdrop for the ethereal, romantic gowns I pulled for the shoot, but they did create some unique challenges. The Russell is raw - really raw, like standing water, layers and layers of dust, disgustingly dirty raw - in the unfinished parts of the building, so extreme care had to be taken to make sure all of the gowns made it out of the shoot alive and undamaged. At one point, the model was standing on top of my coat inside an Ikea blue bag with her train pooled around her to make sure it didn't even come close to touching the ground. Photo shoots are so glamorous, aren't they? ;)<br />
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When it came to styling, for the looks shot in the raw spaces, I wanted to bring in elements like leather jackets, biker boots, and black leather gloves for a rougher, edgier take on bridal. By contrast, I wanted the looks shot in the studio of painter <a href="http://www.myfinestart.com/andrzej-sikora/" target="_blank">Andrezej Sikora</a> to be more classically elegant and sophisticated, but still artistic. The model's subtle tattoos were the perfect compliment to the styling concept, and I'm so glad you can see them in some of the final images. Her engagement ring was also perfect - she got engaged two weeks before the shoot, so we decided to let her wear her own ring throughout!<br />
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Check out all the gorgeous gowns below.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lazaro gown. Oscar de la Renta necklace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oscar de la Ranta necklace and earrings. Judith Leiber clutch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eve of Milady gown. Lulu Frost earrings.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ivy & Aster gown. Alexis Bittar earrings.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Theia top and skirt. IRO leather jacket. Judith Leiber Couture clutch. <br />Sara Gabriel veil.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Claire La Faye gown. Lulu Frost earrings and necklace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ines di Santo gown and necklace.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Untamed Petals comb. Dannijo earrings. Oscar de la Renta earrings.<br />Alexis Bittar bracelet. Erin Cole headpiece.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Hair: Marco Bertoldi</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Makeup: ChristaMara</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Model: Sasha for Q Model Management</span></div>
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I adore shoots that tell a story. Whether <a href="http://www.paper-cloth.com/2013/04/the-hour-of-enchantment.html" target="_blank">fantastical</a> <a href="http://www.paper-cloth.com/2015/06/fairytales-and-legends-for-hour-detroit.html" target="_blank">fairytales</a> or <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/September-2012/Fall-Fashion-Found-in-Translation/" target="_blank">Russian mobsters</a>, using clothes to tell a story is my favorite thing about my job. So of course when I found out we were doing a Hitchcock-inspired shoot for the January issue of <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour</a>, I was beyond thrilled. Photographed by Jenny Risher at the gorgeous Henry Ford Estate in Dearborn, the shoot has a mysterious, noir element that I love. The models were both fantastic, creating characters that perfectly captured Hitchcock's legendary psychological drama. The final images are so cinematic, like stills from a movie.<br />
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For the clothes, I wanted everything for this shoot to have a sense of timeless luxury. Classic suits worthy of Cary Grant and femme fatale dresses laid the foundation, with plenty of exquisite fine jewelry and vintage-inspired accessories to take things to the next level. See all the looks below, and visit <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/January-2016/Spellbound/" target="_blank">here</a> to shop the shoot.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"To Catch A Thief"<br />
ADRIANNA PAPELL DRESS, AND TAPPER’S DIAMOND AND PEARL RING.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Rear Window"<br />
ARMANI SUIT, BOSS HUGO BOSS SHIRT AND TIE, AND SHINOLA WATCH.</td></tr>
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L.K. BENNETT DRESS, TENDER FUR, AND VINTAGE CHANEL EARRINGS.</td></tr>
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MICHAEL KORS BLOUSE, CHARLES KRYPELL DIAMOND CUFF, DAVID YURMAN ESTATE WATCH, YELLOW PEARL BRACELET, CHARLES KRYPELL CITRINE AND DIAMOND RING, DAVID YURMAN YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMOND RING, MAXMARA “HOLLYWOOD” BAG, AND VINTAGE CIGARETTE CASE.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"The Birds"<br />
OSCAR DE LA RENTA DRESS, MICHAEL KORS SLEEVELESS COAT, GIVENCHY “ANTIGONA” BAG, MAXMARA FUR SCARF, MAXMARA SUNGLASSES, GENA CONTI “MIDNIGHT BRAINSTORM” HAT, AND STYLIST’S OWN GLOVES.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Vertigo"<br />
ON HER: PAMELLA BY PAMELLA ROLAND DRESS, VINTAGE GLOVES, CHELSEA PARIS SHOES, MAXMARA NECKLACE, AND TAPPER’S GOLD EARRINGS.<br />
ON HIM: VERSACE JACKET, INGRAM SHIRT, ZANELLA PANTS, CARROT & GIBBS BOWTIE, AND SALVATORE FERRAGAMO SHOES.</td></tr>
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ON HER: CO BLOUSE, ALC VELVET PANTS, TAPPER’S EMERALD RING, DAVID YURMAN NECKLACE, AND DAVID YURMAN BANGLE.<br />
ON HIM: HUGO HUGO BOSS JACKET, SHIRT, PANTS, AND TIE, AND SALVATORE FERRAGAMO SHOES.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"North By Northwest"<br />
ON HIM: ALLEGRI OVERCOAT, LA MATTA LEATHER JACKET, CODICE SWEATER, ZANELLA PANTS, AND VITALIANO PANCALDI SCARF.<br />
ON HER: HEIKE JARICK COAT, MAXMARA DRESS, YVES SALOMON FUR, VINTAGE HAT, TAPPER’S DIAMOND PIN, AND STYLIST’S OWN GLOVES.</td></tr>
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When I first started styling and editing Metro Detroit Bride three years ago, my personal wedding planning days were long over, but I was so excited to have the opportunity to help other couples on their journeys down the aisle. The magazine has always been about inspiring Detroiters to plan the wedding of their dreams through beautiful images and thoughtful content.<br />
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But this year marks a milestone - the magazine has been relaunched as <a href="http://detroitwed.com/" target="_blank">Metro Detroit Weddings</a>, with a more inclusive outlook and a more modern design aesthetic. Everyone at the magazine, myself included, was overjoyed when the Supreme Court ruled to legalize same-sex marriage. Equal rights for all - especially when it comes to love - is a cause we all believe in strongly. The magazine's new name reflects that, dropping the "bride" in favor of "weddings" to show our support for Detroit couples who are gay, straight, and everywhere in between.<br />
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As always, the last few months of the year flew by. Between shoots, shoots, and more shoots, and prepping for the holidays - so magical with a toddler in the house! - it was busy in the best possible way. I styled two shoots for the December issue of <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour Detroit</a>, a gorgeous fashion story and cover shot by one of my all time faves, <a href="http://liansjadan.com/" target="_blank">Lians Jadan</a>, and a whimsical holiday gift guide shot by <a href="http://eebergerphoto.squarespace.com/" target="_blank">EE Berger</a>.<br />
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For the fashion story, it was all about glamorous eveningwear in rich colors, all accented with luxe accessories. I love the textural contrast between the fur pieces and the gorgeous silks.<br />
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The gift guide was the playful counterpart to the dramatic fashion shoot. It is always so much fun putting together a gift guide. This year, my amazing styling assistant, Jennifer, helped pull together a selection of gifts from all over the Detroit area. We focused on some of the best local and indie shops and came up with a beautiful assortment of items for men, women, children and even pets!<br />
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For info on where to shop both shoots, visit <a href="http://hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">hourdetroit.com</a>.paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-41073172354269335712015-10-09T14:15:00.000-04:002015-10-09T14:15:20.158-04:00stepping out with the stars sneak peek!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Earlier this year <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour Detroit</a> signed on as a sponsor of <a href="http://turningpointmacomb.org/event/758/" target="_blank">Stepping Out With The Stars</a>, a fundraiser for <a href="http://turningpointmacomb.org/" target="_blank">Turning Point</a>, a shelter and service organization for victims of domestic and sexual violence. The event is modeled after ballroom competition Dancing With The Stars, and guess what? I'm a star! I am so excited to represent Hour at this event. I've been rehearsing my routine for months, and a few weeks ago I got to perform an excerpt at a preview event at Arthur Murray Sterling Heights. Check out the video above for a sneak peek of my routine and a bit more about the event!</div>
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Stepping Out With The Stars is two weeks away, and I am both nervous and so excited! If you are interested in attending, visit <a href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=84QP4RLQ5FDR6" target="_blank">here</a> to purchase tickets!</div>
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Can't make it to the event? You can still help me win by voting online <a href="http://turningpointmacomb.org/stepping-out-with-the-stars/" target="_blank">here</a>! Every vote raises more funds for Turning Point, and every dollar counts!</div>
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It's here!!!! I have been dying to share my shoot for the September 2015 issue of <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/" target="_blank">Hour Detroit</a>, and now that the issue is out, I finally can! Styling this shoot was such a dream. When Hour's art director, Valerie, shared the concept and told me Lians Jadan would be shooting it, I literally squealed with excitement. I have always wanted to do an athletic-inspired shoot combining actual fitness apparel with actual fashion, and with an incredible high school sports facility as our backdrop, it was pure magic.</div>
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When we were planning this shoot, Lians, Valerie and I all agreed that gold sports equipment was a must. I'm sure I was quite the sight at Play It Again Sports, pushing a stroller (Graydon is the best assistant ever) and trying on helmets, pads and what not to make sure they were the right size for the model. Once I sourced everything I thought we might need, I spray painted it all gold - and voila! Amazing 24k sports gear!</div>
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The day of the shoot, we arrived on set early in the morning, and I was giddy when I first laid eyes on the football field. I am a huge - HUGE - fan of the fantastic television series <i>Friday Night Lights</i>, and there were so many moments when I felt like we were on the set of the show. The only things missing were Tim Riggins and Tammy Taylor's perfect hair.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clover Canyon jacket, crop top and shorts. Ray-Ban sunglasses. Giuseppe Zanotti sneakers. Nike headbands.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clover Canyon dress. Ippolita earrings. Eddie Borgo bracelets. Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.</td></tr>
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<br />paper + clothhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00274408749202706486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6043831421517424237.post-40891293803705173312015-07-30T11:51:00.000-04:002015-07-30T11:51:42.021-04:00where the wild things are<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was wandering around Target this morning during a cat food run, and as usual I meandered through the baby area to see if there was anything Graydon "needed." I turned a corner, and there it was - this <a href="http://www.target.com/p/toddler-boys-sweatshirt-heather-grey/-/A-17229798#prodSlot=medium_1_10&term=where+the+wild+things+are" target="_blank">amazing hoodie</a>.<br />
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Target has an entire <a href="http://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=where+the+wild+things+are&category=9975783|All|matchallpartial|clothing&lnk=snav_ta_where+the+wild+things+are_c-clothing" target="_blank">mini-collection of Where The Wild Things Are clothing</a> for babies, toddlers, and big kids (they say it's for boys, but little girls would look just as cute in these clothes). Check out these adorable tees and jungle print pants!</div>
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Like so many people I know, Where The Wild Things Are was one of the defining books of my childhood. I am so happy that I can pass that legacy down to my son. The book is already one of his favorites (we do a little rumpus hand dance every time we read it - so cute!), and these darling clothes will no doubt be beloved as well.</div>
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And because he's so cute I can't stand it, here's Graydon dressed as Max for Halloween last year.</div>
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