Blogs to follow...

I was cracking up when blogger sent me a notification that I can't add any more blogs to my reading list. seriously. There are just so many good ones! If you are looking to add some new blogs to your reading list, then I have a few lovelies for you...

C.Style is a cute mom/stylist/blogger from Houston who shares style tips and fun finds from her shopping excursions. I love her style because it's wearable and very "mom" friendly (aka...always on the go...). She shows how you can be effortless & chic all at the same time!

Domicile Blog is a fabulous home decor blog written by a childhood friend of mine. Her blog is filled with gorgeous images to inspire and some snippets from her own home (which is quite enviable!).

Megan is another Charleston blogger bringing her Southern Charm and good taste to her blog, Style Me Swanky. She's cute as a button, and she shares great finds from beauty to decor as well as tidbits from her personal life as a soon to be newlywed! 

I am adding to my reading list...

On this lazy Sunday, as my husband watches hours of March Madness basketball, I am catching up on all my daily blog reads. I have added quite a few new ones to the list, and here are just a few of my favorites...

I adore this blog, everything they post I would love to add to my shopping cart. They are 2 VERY stylish ladies residing in Texas and have a taste level that is through the roof. Follow them HERE

Apparently Obsessed is written by an adorable Kansas City Mom. It chronicles her current obsessions...everything from fashion to food. I am dying to try the Banana Sour Cream pancakes she linked back to toady...YUM!  Follow along Here

Brianna is another blogger to come out of Charleston, SC. Seriously, what is in the water there? You girls know how to blog! She is witty and creative, and I love reading her posts every day. Follow her Here 

If you happen to be planning a nursery, then head on over to Nursery Notations. You will find gorgeous inspiration and some unique ideas for your baby's room. She does a great feature called high vs. low, which highlights similar crib bedding at different price points. you can follow her HERE

Rocking that wide leg

Emily from Cucpakes and Cashmere looks absolutely adorable in her wide leg jeans, don't you think? Lusting after that sequin stripe sweater. Sequins + Stripes...does it get any better than that?



More closet envy...

You have read posts about my friend Gigi and Jessie before. They are 2 fashionista's in KC that have an  eye for vintage and they are quite amazing at taking something ordinary and making it extraordinary. Jessie recently did an interview with Gigi which includes a closet tour and a peek into her vintage collection. Get a towel out, you might be drooling after...

Let's give a big blog welcome to...

Meet Sally and Molly. At 15 months apart, they are not only sisters but best friends. 

I first met Sally and Molly 8 years ago when they were babysitting my nieces and nephews. They have (and always will be) a favorite for all of the Knopke kids. They are genuine and sweet and so wonderful with the kids. Sally started watching Julian at 5 months and has been with us up until this past summer. She is now living in Dallas with Molly(which makes us SOOO sad), but we are excited for both of them and their new adventures.

This lifestyle blog is FILLED with charm from top to bottom. Sally and Molly have impeccable taste and a knack for finding pretty little things that just make you smile. I am so anxious to follow them on their blog journey, I know it's going to be fantastic!

To follow them, click HERE

I am adding to my reading list...

I love being able to share with you my newest favorite reads. I am always looking for new inspiration and these 3 ladies sure are bringing it on a daily basis. So without further ado...

Meet November Grey...

She is a stylist, an excellent "thrifter", a mom and boy does this girl have style. Oh and killer hair on top of that. In fact, she shares some "how to's" with her cute hair styles. Most recently she did a "faux bob" tucked under a hat. Love the idea! Her ensembles get my creative juices flowing, I just wish I had the patience to thrift, I know it is well worth it! 

meet Honey We're Home

I just found this blog via Cassie, and I am so glad I did! Megan is a mother of a little boy, and has just moved into a new home. She shares her projects along the way and other great ideas. Her home is gorgeous. I DIE for this closet...

and the kitchen....

and this bookshelf idea is awesome!

Meet The Daybook

I just found Tyson and Sydney's fabulous blog via Merci Blah Blah. Let me just tell you, this blog is full of adorable cuteness all around. They are a married couple, documenting their lives through photos. Tyson takes her photos...how cute is that? Her style is right up my alley, in fact I am already coveting a few of her items. Like this striped skirt...YES PLEASE!

(H&M in case you were wondering)

If anyone has any "must follow" blogs, please send them my way! I am always looking for new reads.

Pears + Bears

I love the blog world, simply because it is like a big intertwined circle. Somehow everything is connected. On Friday night a friend recommended the blog Urban Grace to me, which led me to the authors sisters blog, Fly Through Our Window, which led me to another adorable Online shopping site called Pears + Bears/Kayce Hughes. I am now obsessed with all 3, and you MUST visit the blogs mentioned above, because they are both so good. They are twin sisters; one is an extremely talented designer, the other is a mom of 3 and an unbelievable photographer. Very captivating ladies, I must say!

Now let's talk shopping...Kayce Hughes is a small independent clothing designer who makes women's clothes as well as children's. Her items are classic, and sweet and you can tell that her heart and soul is poured into this line. Right now her summer items are 50% off! She has quite an assortment of "bubbles" for babies, which you know I adore...

Bubbles are $42 and can be monogrammed. Loving this polka dot fabric!

This Sophie Dress is half off ($30!) and available in other cheerful prints

Her knit dresses are precious too...

And the classic Tunic might be my favorite! Also available in adult sizes...

You should also check out Kayce's blog...she is a business owner and mother of 7, and always looks extremely chic. Very inspiring!

Guilty Pleasure-The Lo Down

Yes, I am one of those girls that has watched Laguna Beach and Hills from the get go. Sad, I know. Why do I get roped into these things?

Nonetheless, over the years I have always admired Lo (LC's bud) for her maturity, style and grace throughout the years. As we know, some of the Hills graduates weren't so fortunate...

Well, Lo Bosworth now has her own blog, called The Lo Down. Now, my hunch is that it is geared towards a younger crowd. But, I love her beauty, fashion, health and lifestyle tips, regardless of her age! The relationship section is where it gets a little iffy, with stuff like "Becoming friends with your crush". I think you get the point...

She recently wrote about perfecting the red lip. I love the MAC pencil and lipstick she chose, it's the perfect shade of red without being too blue or too orange.

images and info VIA

I am adding to my reading list...

It is hard to discover all of the great blogs out in blog world, so I thought I would highlight 3 of my new favorites. These 3 ladies are inspiring me every day with their travels, unique finds, and some fabulous recipes...

First off is Cherry Blossoms. I have been following Heidi for a while, and come to find out she was a sorority sister with my cousin. SMALL, SMALL world. Heidi is expecting a baby girl this winter, so I have a feeling we will have many "baby" related posts in the future. She has wonderful taste, and is always reporting about her current "loves". She also just had a baby Gender revealing party that was to die for...here is a little peek...

I am also loving the musings of The California Wife. She was raised in Indiana and has recently moved to California and lives with her husband and 2 dogs. I won't hold it against her that she went to Purdue (my alma mater, Indiana University's rival). She has a mutual love for J.Crew and is a t.v. junkie. She is definitely a girl after my own heart! Here she is with her cutie CaHusband.

last but certainly not least is my latest addition to my blog roll, Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers. Natalie is a darling mother to the most gorgeous little boy! She has a love bargain shopping AND  she can cook. Her husband must be thrilled! She has a feature called Tasty Thursday, which features a current favorite recipe. She is brand new to the blog world, and I am anxious to see all of the wonderful things she will be sharing with us!!! Here she is with her little boy, Sterling (don't you love the name?!)

make sure to stop by and visit their blogs, I promise you will adore them too!

F21 gets Glamourai-zed

The Glamourai (my absolute favorite fashion blogger) has sprinkled her creative fashion dust on Forever 21's sister line, Twelve by Twelve. Kelly has teamed together with them to create a collection focused around what she does best...non-matching, perfectly eclectic mix of fashion. You will love the pieces and as always...the prices are pretty fabulous too! Congrats Glamourai, well done!

Glowing

I have a new addition to my reading list...Vanessa Jackman's Street Style blog. Her latest entries have been from Australian fashion week. This bronzed beauty was photographed on Bondi Beach in Australia. I am loving everything about her whole laid back look...from the bow swimsuit to the boho chic bag, and down to her brother's jeans (that she chopped off). Her personal style is not anything we could define, yet she looks absolutely adorable.

and just in case you didn't think she was cute enough, they had to throw an adorable dog in there...oh and how envious are we of her perfect abs? WOW!

Adding to my reading list...

Happy Friday everyone! I am packed and ready to go, just have to get the toddler down for a nap and then it's go time! I will be back middle of next week. Until then, I want to leave you with another blog to add to your reading list. My darling babysitter, Sally recommended this site to me and it is FABULOUS! Katie Armour-The neo-traditionalist writes about everything from art to fashion, to travel and home decor. Her taste level is through the roof. You will love it all!

author, Katie Armour and her cutie dog Lord Alfred Tennyson

Her Etsy site is great too...lots of wonderful little vintage finds.  Great for bookshelves or to add to your coffee table. For one of a kind finds, her prices are very reasonable!

I am seriously coveting this swan dish...Swana was my grandmother's name...it would be a perfect keepsake in memory of her

Have a GREAT weekend everyone!

Let's give a big blog welcome...

I could not be more thrilled to introduce to you all Mascara Meets Matchbox, my dear friend Mollie's new blog!

Mollie and her gorgeous family

Mollie and I met 8 years ago in Chicago, when we were both working for retailer, Mark Shale. We started at the same time, and the moment we started chatting it up, I knew there was a connection...we had mutual friends, she was from Kansas City (where my husband is from), and embarrassingly, we both loved Britney Spears. In fact, the 2 of us ran to Anthropologie on Rush Street to stalk Britney Spears. Dear lord...I am going to blame it on the fact that I was 23.

 Mollie was only at Mark Shale for a few years when she got the opportunity of a lifetime. To buy for Bop in Madison Wisconsin (the storefront behind none other than SHOPBOP.COM!) I was so sad to see her go, but I knew that we would always remain in touch.

And we did. We were both buying, so we would meet up in NY during buying trips. Whether it was lunch, or dinner or just chatting at the shows, it was like time never passed.

Mollie is an amazing woman. She is hilarious, smart, and has always had a keen eye for fashion. Her blog will be entertaining I assure you! Whether it is fashion, mommyhood, adjusting to life in a new city, adjusting to being a SAHM, adjusting to having 2 kids (one on the way!)...it will be a one you will want to follow.

Good luck Mollie, I can't wait to see what your blog may bring.

My 2 seconds of fame...

Thank you to Jessie from The Concrete Catwalk for the super sweet post about yours truly!

Jacket-Forever 21

Pants-Silk Drawstring from Urban Outfitters (10 years old)

Red Satin bow shoes-Nordstrom (5 years old)

Purse-Louis Vuitton 

Scarf-Escada (8 years old)

Red Lips-Nars Red Lizard

who knew?

Happy Monday everyone! We had a nice snowy weekend, but you know what? I am sick of it! Enough already! Geeeeeez.

So, anyway, I had a lot of time to browse the internet and read up on my fave blogs. I have added a few to my reading list, one of them being The Zhush.  Which is a verb meaning"to Primp of fluff". I love it, it's the perfect name for this blog which is all about elements of style...be it the home, fashion, what have you. The author has fabulous taste and I always enjoy reading what she has to say. It's definitely one to add to your list!

This weekend she posted a great time waster. A home decorating quiz on Sproost.com that tells you what your decorating style is. Since I feel all over the place when it comes to home aesthetics, I knew this quiz would enlighten me. After  rating a bunch of home decor pictures, it turns out I am 43% French Eclectic, 28% Classic and I forget the 3rd one, I think it was Nantucket/Beachy.

It's funny because I don't think my house looks French Eclectic at all, but, it's a style I lean towards for sure. My husband had a lot of great furniture before we met, so I have inherited it. But, maybe our next home I will have the opportunity to mix things up a bit...here are some examples of French Eclectic from Sproost.com

Who wants to Party?

I do, I do! I wish I had a party to throw, it's been a while. After Julian's 1st (race car themed) Birthday (see pics above), I was pretty much wiped out. BUT, if I was planning something, I know where I would go for inspiration! I recently came across 3 great Party Planning/Inspiration sites that have all the tools you could possibly need for your next soiree. 2 of the girls are also Project Nursery contributors, so you know they are good.

THE PARTY DRESS

images via The Party Dress "fabric ball centerpiece" post

Kelly...the well-heeled hostess (and believe me, this girl HAS SHOES!) and I go way back. Actually, about 8 years to be exact. Kelly and I were clothing buyers together in Chicago. We always teased her and called her "Martha" because she was such a mini Martha Stewart. She always had great party ideas, was creating her own invites,  and the girl owned almost a full china setting before she was married...you get the drift. It came to no surprise that she would start a wonderful website with great party ideas. She covers everything from holiday affairs, kids birthdays, great centerpieces and invitation ideas. She contributes on Project Nursery, and just recently started her own line of paper products which you can find on Etsy.

TOMKAT STUDIO

image via Tomkat studio "lollipop cupcake" post

Kim is a mom and a "craft enthusiast" who also just happens to have an incredible eye for Parties! She has her own Etsy shop with cupcake banners and other cute party perfect items. She does wonderful inspiration boards with everything from the cake (or sweet treats), invites, centerpieces and more...You can find her on Project Nursery as well!

P is for Party!

image via P is for Party: Christi's son's First Birthday Post

Christi was a full time event and wedding planner before she decided to become a Mom. Her blog showcases parties she plans, and let me tell you, they are spectacular! You should see her son's sophisticated first birthday affair! The blog doesn't stop just there, she also gives great theme, centerpiece and invite ideas as well.