Blowing Bubbles On A Magical Sunday

May you have a magical Sunday
where you can just sit back and blow bubbles.
When is the last time you just blew bubbles?
Would you like to today?

May you enjoy your magical Sunday

however you create your own unique magic.


Thanks for stopping by,

dear friend.

xo,

Christina

A Romantic Beach Inspired Nursery In The Colors Of The Sand

My parent's were kind enough to create the most fanciful nursery for my little one. It is a space that is all white and beautiful shades of cream with the most beautiful antique French iron bed found at Paris Flea Market. The luxurious bedding is from Blue Springs Home in Newport Beach, California. The room is quite heavenly and clearly created by loving Grandparents.

The stuffed animals are actually almost two feet tall and the first thing that Christian runs to put onto my Dad (Poppi) and trys to bury Poppi with them. It's quite effective. Poor Poppi.

The sideboard gave the perfect venue to display Belleck, Lenox vases and beach treasures. It is a collection of dreamy soft white and cream acquisitions from my Grandmother, my mother and gift's from me. Whenever I didn't know what to get my Mom, I always knew a Lenox rose vase would do the trick. My Dad usually has the most beautiful roses to pick from his garden to adorn them.


Touches of nature
seem to fit perfectly in our seaside town and in this quaint room.



The storks were acquired in La Jolla
where the storks seem to be a mainstay in their decor.

The old school tin man at salute over a beach inspired table set that was found in the English Tea store in downtown San Clemente.
We have spent many an afternoon having tea here with our three generations. It has been quite the magical space for all of us.

The entrance to the nursery is a french art deco looking lady in white iron. She sets the stately and enchanting mood.
This is a magical place we have enjoyed over the last few years. As my son becomes six this summer we wonder how this room will transform. Will it lose it's magic? I hope not.

Life just keeps marching on...

We keep decorating on...

Do you like the look of an all white room?

Does it sing to you?

xo,

Christina

Bring It On Links a' la Mode Top 20 Fashion Posts Of The Week

Bring It On

Edited by Dream Sequins

My job as editor this week was difficult as many bloggers decided to follow the fierce directive of that cult cheerleading movie, Bring It On. It’s a new decade, and the IFB community decided to “bring it” and then some. (Just to clarify, I’m talking about the original movie starring Kirsten Dunst, and not the subsequent, watered down sequels; because as fashion bloggers, we all have original stories to tell!) This week’s links explore topics such as winter trends, vintage fur care, biker chic style revelations and profiles of 70s and 80s style icons and are so good that they make me want to lead the group in a cheer.

Links à la Mode : January 7th

• 39th and Broadway – NYC Brings Opportunity to Emerging Designers


• A Typical Atypical – My style revolution takes me into the realm of the biker chick, and doesn’t look back!


• amanda lee dot org – Essential sewing skills for wardrobe maintenance


• Bobbins and Bombshells – Fashionable History – Airline Travel


• DailyDivaDish – Indie jewelry designer Debra Mitchell’s newest piece: Tibet. Part of the new SALVAGE line, this necklace is convertible and each contains a piece salvaged from Tibet.


• Darian Darling – The blonde fashion icon of every 80’s Hair Metal skank and rock star’s girlfriend!!


• denimaniac – Woolrich Woolen Mills S/S 2010 Lookbook


• Dream Sequins – A studio visit with designer Katie Gallagher


• Fashion Pulse Daily – We Love Colors will fulfill your legwear fantasy, as Fashion Pulse Daily quickly discovers!


• ferOHHHsh – Bryce d’Anice Aime S/S 2010 RTW … chic LBD’s, pops of red, and those spiked shoulders Rihanna made famous


• Gotham Hipster – Once you’ve indulged in Babycakes there’s no going back


• HiFashion – How to roller set your hair


• Idiosyncratic Style – The Personal Style of Costume Designer, Melissa Stewart


• Oranges and Apples – On the importance of critique in fashion blogging


• Retro Chick – 5 New Years Resolutions you can’t fail to keep


• sighsandwhispers – A history and analysis of the style of a notorious teenage groupie in the 70s, Lori Maddox


• Style on a String – An interview with Judy Kou, owner of the fabulous online dress shop – Sunday Brunch Dress


• Styletastic – We’re finding it hard to adjust to a new year at Styletastic, but here are some things we can all look forward to!


• The Bargain Hunter Extraordinaire – I already knew I was going to wear a black sequins belt and beret for NYE, but I wanted some fun shoes to add to the mix; I couldn’t find anything I liked though, so I decided “when in doubt, make your own”


• The door in my wardrobe – How to choose a vintage fur and take care of it – plus DIY repairing & maintenance for the brave of the heart


• wit & whimsy – The winter trends you should be wearing
  
  
  
  

Just because

Just because... well I don't really have a REAL reason to

have a Johnny moment.

Do I need a reason?

Oh, how I love a sharp dressed man.

And he is a master at his craft .

A humanitarian.

I think I am seriously having a grrr... cougar moment.

Well, he sure makes it easy to like him

and is easy on the eyes. Who is with me on this one?

xo,

Christina

A Fabulous Find~ Design Cocktail Is Having A Giveaway

I found a new fabulous find this week over at Design Cocktail. This is one savvy and stylish site that will cover interior design, fashion and style. It is quite impressive and they are having their first giveaway.

"What would be a better way to kick off the new year than with a giveaway! We are giving our readers a chance to win a fabulous prize from one of our favorite home decor sites, allmodern.com featuring many brands including Vitra and Fauna. Fauna- an NYC based company makes pillows and clothing with animal photos printed onto their high-quality cotton. The Fauna pillow collection by designer Ross Menuez is a great way to add some whimsy to your home, as a child's snuggle toy or adult's decorative pillow, these are a light way to bring nature into your home" per design cocktail.

Where could you use one of these adorable pillows?

I know my son would love to have it in his room.

Enjoy Design Cocktail and good luck!

Go have yourself one winning day!

xo,

Christina

Award Time... The REAL Deal This Time

Ok, kids. Since no one actually took an award a few days ago, I am more than happy to present them. The rules are to please link back to the person that gave you the award (hello, that's me!). And, to pass along the award to your 10 favorite blogs that inspire you daily.

Thank you to the Scientific Housewife for these gracious awards. Please take a moment and visit her lovely blog, as she is curing cancer by day and a glamorous housewife by night. That is a WOW.

The "Happy 101" award is quite special since it's for those that make you happy with kind words, sweet thoughts and good times. It is so sweet. Well, I thought so.

I had to put a small twist on your awards, since you gals are so darn talented. Many of you already have one of these awards (I took a little look around), so please choose the award that you haven't already received. And, thank you for all the inspiration!!!

Drum roll please ....

~ ~

Absolutely Ladylike

Belle Vivir

Bobbins and Bombshells

BonBon Rose

Bonjour Madame

Bonjour Romance

Couture Carrie Loves

Couture Millinery Atelier

Dolce Dreams

Dumbwit Tellher

dustjacket attic

FiFi Flowers

French Charming

Frou Frou Fashionista

Janetteria

J Beaudit Studios

Rikke Style

The Bottom of the Ironing Basket

Tori Jayne

Wabi & Sabi

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Now, please go ahead and take your award. If you would not mind, please leave me a comment so I know you have received it (even if you don't participate in awards). Thank you for inspiring me and supporting my little blog on your blogroll.

I know I've forgotten someone. So, if it is you I am deeply sorry. Frankly, there are more than 20 peeps that inspire me daily. But, this is all for fun right? Right.

xo,

Christina

British Style Bloggers "Body Image Season" Campaign 2010 Launch Video

The British Style Bloggers have launched a Body Image Season campaign with the video launch today. They put a call out to fellow bloggers to send in a photo that they liked of themselves, even if they weren't perfect. Well, I responded with my favorite photo of my little man and I. Even if I am not at my "ideal" weight , the point was to get past that petty little thought and be bold. I LOVE this cause, because as you probably already know every woman has something they dwell on that they would like to change about their body. Even those gals that look like a perfect 10 to you. So, this campaign says the "heck with that!". Enjoy the beauty of these gals from all over the globe, from different races, ages, and body shapes.

The heck with it...

You ARE beautiful

just the way you are

RIGHT NOW.

xo,

Christina

It's Award Time, Darlings

Well, a great start to a new year. The Scientific Housewife has bestowed upon me two amazing awards to kick the new year off right. And, this is quite an honor from a gal that is a scientist trying to cure cancer by day and an entertaining glamorous blogging momma by night. I am humbled by you and thank you!!

I adore receiving an award, but I must admit that I get a bit queasy about picking my top 10. I put off posting an award as long as humanly possible because my inner most soul hates to exclude anyone. It must be a backlash of my awkward tween years and feeling like the last one picked. I want to give everyone that visits my blog an award since we cross the world, overlooking races, color, religion, politics, age, and such; and come together in blogland as one united community. So, if you are reading this, please go ahead and receive your award personally from me. It is my pleasure and I am honored you stopped by. Just leave me a note you did so I can enjoy your "red carpet" moment with you.

xo,

Christina

Evolve Your Style Via Links A' La Mode Top Fashion Posts of The Week

Evolve

Edited by Sandra/Debutante Clothing

It’s over kids – 2009 is done. Everyone is probably completing their resolutions list, which we never keep past March. This year, I have no list. I have just promised myself to evolve – learn something new, try new products, evolve in my style. Making yourself better, not different, seems to be on many bloggers’ minds. Fasshonaburu evolves by discovering her style, Fashion Cents helps us shop for designer while feeling great about our budget, and Hello Beauty teaches us how to finally do a smoky eye, quickly and simply. We don’t need to spend a lot, try too hard, or even shop a lot to start anew – we can make 2010 the year we get one year better than the last. Happy New Year – Cheers!

Links à la Mode : December 31st

• British Style Bloggers – positive body image campaign for 2010 needs your help!


• Daily Diva Dish – Urban Decay Giveaway – Book of Shadows, Volume 2


• Debutante Clothing – ‘Couture’, 1990s – Trends in Vintage To Keep and Say Buh Bye To


• Dedicated Follower of Fashion – Style Soundtrack: A Winter Wonderland. Plan a pretty outfit, listen to a pretty song


• El Fashionista – did an illustration for a 2010 Shoe Calendar (and there’s a high-res download!)


• Fashion Cents – gives you 3 tips for successfully shopping online sample sales


• Fashion Pulse Daily – snags an interview with the woman behind the lovely Love Rocks NY jewelry line, Limor Ratzabi Zenker


• fasshonaburu – surprising revelations about her personal style


• Fine Social – editorial – Color Theory


• grit and glamour – 2009 Fashion MVP – Which fashionista has transformed herself from LA-skanky to uber-swanky?


• Hello Beauty – Review of new Urban Decay Smoke Out Kits that make it really easy to do smoky eyes


• House in Tillford – A look back at the trends of 2009


• Ideefixemon – styles Rodarte for Target


• Idiosyncratic Style – Who do you think rocks the leopard spotted coat?


• Intrinsically Florrie – interviews the talented young fashion illustrator Derek Cardigan


• Retro Chick – :Ethical Design Spotlight – Cruelty free shoes from Beyond Skin


• Style On a String – The New Age of Sexy


• the3st – A conversation with Mei Mei Ding of the revived Central European brand Alter & Kiss, about the firm’s rich history and commitment to cultivating top fashion talent globally


• twentyteneightyfour – ‘One Size Fits All’ editorial in V Magazine – not convinved

Let's Get This New Years Party Started With The Magic of Tim Walker

Let's Get This New Years Party Started In Tim Walker Style

We Are Going To Party Like It's 1999 (Gotta Love Prince)

But First, Make Sure You Take A Nice Nap Today Because

We Have A Big Night In Store For Us


After That, Let's Pick Out The Perfect Party Outfit



Don't Forget Your Top Hat




And, Grab Your Dancing Shoes




Because It's Going To Be A Party Like No Other



As We Dance Like No One Is Watching



Until We Feel On Top Of The World



As We Bring In 2010 With A Huge BANG &
With Many Unexpected Surprises!

Happy New Year my dear friend!!!

Thank you for your support this past year as a follower, whether you are a kind steady commenter, constant silent observer, or just stop by occasionally to check in. And, welcome to the new faces that just started following along on this journey. You make it all worthwhile and it is a pleasure getting to know you. Here's to an even better new year for us!

Cheers my friend!
xo,

Christina