La Virgen de Guadalupe (that means THE Virgen de Guadalupe)

November 17, 2009 by

That’s my husband’s favorite joke…”Do you know what La Cocina means?…THE Cocina”…followed by much laughter.  Hey, his joke not mine.  So I couldn’t resist when writing up this post.

If you live in Texas, the Virgin of Guadalupe is probably a sight you’ve seen many times.  I’m not Catholic but I love the colors and stars and everything about the image.  My aunt has these boots and they are AMAZING and I may or may not need to steal them from her closet.

  1. Rocketbuster, Virgin Guadalupe Black
  2. Crows Nest Trading Co, Your Heart Is Free Ring by Sweet Bird Studio
  3. James Avery, Virgin of Guadalupe Charm
  4. Stinky Monkey 4 Eva Etsy Shop, La Virgin de Guadalupe Apron
  5. Junk Gypsy, Turquoise Guadalupe Cuff
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Tiny Purse

November 16, 2009 by

Anyone who knows me is aware of the fact that all my purses have to be under a certain size for me to carry them.  While the trend of carrying large hobos, totes,  and shoulder bags increased, I started on my never ending journey of looking for tiny purses.  Just something about them is cute and very much me.  Here is the one I am currently sporting.

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I Need Cardigan Anonymous

November 16, 2009 by

Hi, I’m addicted to cardigans.  I have a lot of cardigans.  One of the things that has fueled my addiction to cardigans is buying solid colors to ensure that I can wear them with as many outfits as possible.  What I’m seeing is that a cardigan can in fact be an accessory now what with all the ruffles, embroidery, stripes and prints available.  I need help, this has opened a whole new world for me.

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  1. Garnet Hill, Lambswool Intarsia Cardigan
  2. Fossil, Kennedy Sweater
  3. J. Crew, Jackie Cardigan*
  4. Old Navy, Women’s Ruffle Front Cardigan
  5. Boden, Rosette Cardigan
  6. Dillard’s, Peter Nygard Animal-Print Cardigan
  7. Gap, Striped Cardi
  8. Anthropologie, Anemone Bloom Cardigan
  9. Chadwick’s, Tweed Corsage Cardigan

*YES it’s a solid, I told you I have a problem.  I can’t change my ways overnight.

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Etsy Spotlight: Lo Lo’s Rings

November 13, 2009 by

Rings!  I LOVE bright funky rings!  One funky ring can add just the pop of color an outfit needs.  I was just browsing Etsy one day…like I do every most days.  Shut up, everyone does it. Wait. What? You don’t browse Etsy EVERYDAY??  Loser.  So anyway, I ran across Lo Lo’s Rings and fell in love with the Crabby Patties Ring.  You would not believe what I can wear this ring with…ALOT, trust me.  Lo Lo’s Rings are super comfy because they have elastic cords for the band.  I’ve been eyeing the Iced Blueberry Ring for a while…which one are you going after?

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$50 Fridays: Dressed to Kill

November 13, 2009 by

This dress is fantastic, especially with the red flats. YOU would look gorgeous, trust me.

  1. Forever 21, Etched Rounds
  2. Lulu’s, Lovefool Dress
  3. Target, Women’s Mossimo Supply Co. Odell Ballet Flats – Red Patent
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Under My Umbrella…ella.. ella

November 13, 2009 by

There will be no raining on your parade with these babies…

  1. Old Navy, Womens Printed Umbrella-Cherry Blossom
  2. Target, Stripe Bubble Umbrella
  3. Target, Totes Bubble Umbrella-Claret Pink
  4. Old Navy, Womens Printed Umbrellas-Green Trees
  5. Walmart, Galleria Big Flower Auto Open Stick Umbrella
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It’s a Hootenanny!

November 12, 2009 by

So I think you are catching on to my owl obsession.  It began with my son’s nursery and it just seemed to take off from there.  I just see owls EVERYWHERE!  Hoo you lookin’ at foo?!  That’s right, I said it!

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  1. Anthropologie, Owling Sake Pot
  2. Cocoa & Milkweed’s Etsy Shop, Woodsy the Owl bib
  3. Urban Outfitters, Recycled Tin Owl
  4. Napa Style, Watchful Wooden Owl
  5. Fruitfly Pie’s Etsy Shop, Ceramic Owl Piggy Bank Vintage Design-Orange
  6. Anthropologie, Wide-Eyed Dishtowel-Aqua
  7. Sundance Catalog, Wisdom Necklace
  8. Crow’s Nest Trading Co., Peyton Owl Pendant
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Cross Bodies

November 10, 2009 by

I am always on the hunt for a good crossbody bag.

For the fall/winter season, I am trying to decide between these 5 fabulous finds!

  1. Fossil Gwen Crossbody
  2. Pax Eco ll Convertible Crossbody
  3. LeSportSac Deluxe Everyday Bag in Fado
  4. LeSportSac Madison in Ardor
  5. Haiku City Satchel Branch
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Stop to Smell the Roses and Bows

November 9, 2009 by

I love girly, feminine clothing. So, count me IN on anything that has a rosette or bow involved. These are some swoon-worthy pieces that I have run across lately… simply GORGEOUS!

  1. LuLu’s, Swank Satin Halter
  2. LuLu’s, Little Ruby Dress
  3. LuLu’s, Blanche DeBouis Top
  4. LuLu’s, English Rose Tank
  5. LuLu’s, Camilia Headband
  6. LuLu’s, Petite Fleur Necklace
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Etsy Spotlight: Jennifer Ladd

November 6, 2009 by

I ran across Jennifer Ladd’s Etsy shop when I was looking for gifts to give all the girls that threw me a baby shower way back when I was a waddling fool.  I can’t tell you how much I drooled over all the different fabrics.  So many different colors and patterns.  I would like one of each please.  You can never have too many “going out” purses, can you? Don’t answer that.  Have a gander at all her past and present items…tons of cuteness!

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