Stud Muffin

November 11, 2010 by

Der did a post a while back on stud earrings and I felt like I needed to revisit the theory of less is more in the earring arena.  I’ve been gravitating towards studs lately because they sure are easy to wear.  Do you wear studs often? Do you go through phases?  I think I go through phases with studs FO SHO. And right now these are striking my fancy.

  1. Charlotte Russe, Rhinestone Square Studs
  2. Nordstrom, Kate Spade New York Triple Stone Stud Earrings
  3. Sundance Catalog, Luster and Smoke Earrings
  4. Etsy, Small Hoop Stud Earrings
  5. Etsy, Custom Initial Post Earrings
  6. Kohls, Apt 9 Crystal Stud Earrings
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Pretty Things at Every Price: Bracelets

September 15, 2010 by

Last week was earrings, and this week is bracelets…looks like there’s something for everyone’s taste and budget!

  1. Der: Metal Gem Cuff, I love the distressed bronze color of this bracelet and it’s a statement piece that you can add to a simple outfit for more flair for only $4.00!
  2. Court: Retro Chartreuse Bangle, Love love the resin retro look to this one. I also think that color yellow is a great accent to almost any outfit.
  3. AK: Turquoise Howlite Cross, I’m pretty sure everything I’m going to pick in regards to jewelry is going to have turquoise in it.  I would totally add this bracelet for my pop of color in an otherwise basic black top and jeans outfit.
  4. Sarah: Silver and Leather Wrap Bracelet, This is a really cute and simple bracelet that I could see myself wearing on a daily basis…something perfect and a little edgy for fall!
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An Unexpected Outfit

September 6, 2010 by

So as I was browsing the catalogs and the internets the other day, I ran across all of these items separately and then realized that they all WENT TOGETHER, like as an outfit. Just add jeans, DONE!

  1. Sundance, Sweetheart Gathered Tee
  2. Etsy, Condescending Post Earrings
  3. Zappos, Cole Haan Air Bandon

Of course you do see the problem here right? I mean it all came together so easily, of course it would all be a bit more than I wanted to spend for a casual outfit.

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Sundance Revisited

July 20, 2010 by

I don’t think I’ve done a post in a while on what I’m salivating over in the Sundance catalog.  So I thought I’d share the latest prettys.

  1. Ghana Earrings
  2. Turquoise Sundrop Earrings
  3. Retro Chartreuse Bangle
  4. Two Hoop Earrings
  5. Looking Glass Bangles
  6. Turquoise Windowpane Ring
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Jewelry I Likey

April 26, 2010 by

I went on the hunt for some jewelry, because it’s been a while.  Or it’s Monday.  Or Mother’s Day is coming up and someone I’m married to reads this blog. Hint. Hint.

  1. Anthropologie, Wide World Necklace
  2. Sundance, Expansive Turquoise Ring
  3. Urban Outfitters, Brightly Colored Rhinestone Posts
  4. Sundance, Bloom on a Wire Earrings
  5. Sundance, Amina Necklace
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Sundance, Why Can’t I Quit You!

March 2, 2010 by

These prices are killing me, but man alive do I want one of each please!

  1. Sundance, Ophelia Blouse
  2. Sundance, Lucinda Cami
  3. Sundance, Aruba Top
  4. Sundance, Isabella Peasant Blouse
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Turquoise Addiction

February 2, 2010 by

Ladies, I have an addiction and it’s called turquoise.  I think all I need to tell you is that I almost bought every single one of these items in the making of this post.  But I didn’t.  Que Milagro!  I’m not making any promises for tomorrow.

  1. Viva Terra, Vintage Silk Scrap Necklace
  2. Sundance, Blue Falls Necklace
  3. Soft Surroundings, Novia Necklace
  4. King Ranch Saddle Shop, Three Strand Turquoise Necklace
  5. Chadwicks, Turquoise Nugget Necklace
  6. Heart Design Jewelry Etsy Shop, Handcraft Turquoise Necklace with Waxed Cotton Cord
  7. Old Navy, Women’s Multi-Strand Seed-Bead Necklaces
  8. Persimmon Jewelry Etsy Shop, Turquoise Button Necklace
  9. Anthropologie, Double Torsade Necklace
  10. Heart Design Jewelry Etsy Shop, Turquoise Handcraft Necklace and Waxed Cotton Cord 24 Inch
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Pretty As A Pitcher

January 26, 2010 by

I love me some serving pieces.  I’ve been told that I probably have one too many.  HOWEVER….I don’t have too many pitchers!!  So there!  I do own a couple of the one with the ice container (#5) and I have to say they do come in handy.  But my personal fav is the confetti one (#3)  just because I love all things Mexico as you know.  I can just PITCHER it in my kitchen.

  1. Sundance, Russel Wright Pitcher
  2. Target, sengWare Pitcher, Tangerina
  3. Direct From Mexico, Multi-Color Confetti Mexican Water Pitcher
  4. World Market, Novica Cobalt Spirals of Thought Glass Pitcher
  5. Walmart, Refrigerator Square Glass Pitcher
  6. Sur La Table, Italian Kufra Pitcher with Ice Container
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The Ring

January 7, 2010 by

Did I make you think of that chick crawling out of the tv from the movie The Ring?  hahaha! Nah I just want to talk about every day rings.  Do you have a ring you where every. single. day. Besides your wedding ring for you married ladies.  Tell me what yours is…I’m still on the hunt for the perfect one.

ak-everyday rings

  1. Elsa Peretti Wave Ring, Tiffany & Co.
  2. Silver Rope Ring, Pandora
  3. Diamond Kissed Stack Rings, Sundance
  4. Celebrity Style Pave Tri-Color Rolling Ring, Amazon
  5. Fond Embrace Ring, Sundance
  6. Tiffany Bubbles Ring, Tiffany & Co.
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Christmas Wishlist: AK Edition

December 8, 2009 by

Der thought it’d be a good idea if we all shared our dream Christmas Wishlists for this year–she explicitly said if money was no object what would you ask for.  So I picked a little something something or alot of something something.  But I categorized it for you foos because I’m OCD like that.  Anyway…have at it.  I’m drooling.

Shoes & Accessories

ak-xmas wishlist accessories and shoes

  1. Boden, Patent Buckle Flats-Navy – I love love love this color combo.
  2. Piperlime, Bernardo Google-Red – I’ve been wanting a driving moc
  3. Zappos, PUMA Cabana Racer II Wn’s-Hi Risk Red/White/Blue Mist – a vintage tennis shoe mixed with the bomb color combo..could not be more AK
  4. Dreams Corner Etsy Shop, Scarf ruffle gray in wool italian fabric with vintage button – ohhhh ruffles, yes please
  5. bossa, Shiraleah Recession collection tote bag-Pewter – I’ve been looking for a metallic purse that’s not to out there…I think this might be it.
  6. Levenger, Pen Pocket Briefcase with Pen – a cute little notepad to have with me to write down stuff to remember since I can’t remember shit anymore–can you say old?
  7. Abas, Cate Accordian-Classique Blue – this was on my list last year, turquoise…my favorite color
  8. UGG, Women’s Classic Cardy-Grey – this was newly added thanks to Court

Jewelry

ak-xmas wishlist jewelry

  1. Sundance, Pitter-Patter Ring – not sure what it is about this ring, I’m just drawn to it.
  2. Craftsbury Kids, Custom Silhouette Pendants-Medium – would I ever be able to get a profile shot of my 14 mo to send in for one of these…aren’t they SO cute??
  3. Sundance, Modern Times Watch-Blue –  again, the color combo got me…would be a great occasional watch
  4. Sleeks Etsy Shop, Silk Necklace-Slate Grey – I love this and am envisioning it sprucing up my tee collections
  5. Sundance, Champagne Pincushion Ring –  I don’t wear gold much but man o man this is a statement ring
  6. Silver Tribe, Native American Navajo Indian Multicolor Sterling Silver Bead Necklace Jewelry – picture it…a navy tee with this necklace…OMG
  7. Belartes, Tagua Adjustable Necklace – this one is thanks to O Magazine..aren’t they gorgeous??

Clothing

ak-xmas wishlist clothes

  1. Sundance, Jacket Militaire-Ice Blue – I love how this is the perfect shade of bright..right up my alley
  2. Kate Boggiano, Tank Top-Sparkling Grape – I have a couple of these in neutral colors and would love to brighten up my collection.
  3. Nordstrom, Velvet by Graham & Spencer “Kylea” Sequin Tank –  Sequins are everywhere in stores, have you noticed?
  4. Chadwicks, Sculptural Cross Neck Babydoll – Love this neckline AND the color
  5. Target, Merona Elbow Sleeve Turtleneck Top – Newport Aqua – This sleeve length is perfect for Houston weather–its a turtleneck but a shorter sleeve–perfecto
  6. Victoria’s Secret-Open cardigan tee-Blackberry – COMFY is what comes to mind when I see this..and adorable.

Odds & Ends

ak-xmas wishlist odds and ends

  1. Sur la Table, Copco Round Bag Caps – Chip clips are so 2008
  2. The Container Store, Drop-Front Shoe Boxes – This would be the beginning of my dream closet
  3. Amazon, Vacu Vin Glass Markers Party People – Another new edition thanks to Sarah
  4. happytape, so many pretty solids 20pak – My brown paper bag wrapping would be so happy
  5. Amazon, Jiffy Steamer ESTEAM Travel Steamers-Pink – a PINK clothing steamer!! SQUEEEEE!
  6. Bed Bath & Beyond, Amy Butler Bath Towels-One of each please – I couldn’t believe it when I saw these..I would buy all different ones and mix them up because I’m eclectic like that.

Gadgets

ak-xmas wishlist gadgets

  1. Sur la Table, Skybar Wine System – It’s like WHAT?! are we at the AK casa or a wine bar?!
  2. Urban Outfitters, Speedball Screenprinting Kit – I would love to learn how to do this
  3. Paper Source, Letterpress Machine Combo Kit – Again I would love to learn how to do this
  4. Amazon, Kindle Wireless Reading Device – I would load this sucker up and take it with me wherever I went
  5. Amazon, Polaroid CZA-10011B PoGo Instant Mobile Printer – Isn’t this the coolest thing?
  6. The Demy – A recipe gadget, perfect, love it.

Books

ak-xmas wishlist books

  1. Amazon, Confections of a Closet Master Baker: One Woman’s Sweet Journey from Unhappy Hollywood Executive to Contented Country Baker – About Sandra Bullock’s sister
  2. Amazon, Kirtsy Takes a Bow: A Celebration of Women’s Online Favorites – The pictures I’ve seen online alone are drawing me to this book
  3. Amazon, Stay Home, Stay Happy: 10 Secrets to Loving At-Home Motherhood – 10 secrets to anything is intriguing to me
  4. Amazon, Twilight – Yes, I admit, I might be the last person on Earth that hasn’t read this book or seen the movie..I should start, yes?
  5. Amazon, Guac Off! – The perfect end to this post–Guac Guac Guac–I have an unhealthy obssession to it, but it’s the good fat right?

So what’s on your wishlist this year?

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