I want to thank...

Kelly, my dear friend over at The Party Dress for giving me a BEST BLOG AWARD!!! How fun! I started this as an outlet for my creativity and a way to share with friends all of my favorite things. I  never thought that Scout would gain such a great following! Thank you for visiting and I always love to read your comments. So, without further ado...I am going to pay it forward and pass this award on to 10 of my favorite blogs! Here goes...

The party Dress (she was my inspiration to blog!)
A non-desparate Housewife
The Huntress Lives
Merci Blah Blah
Little Green Notebook
Pink Wallpaper
My Favorite and My Best
The Glamourai
Sweetie Pie Pumpkin Noodle
Old soul, New Heart

I enjoy reading what these girls have to say each and every day, you should check them out!

online shopping just got better...

A friend introduced me to this store, and I have been waiting for several months now for their online store to finally be active. Finally Le Cirque Des Enfants-out of Menlo Park, CA has their website up and running. Oh and it was WELL worth the wait!

You can tell that each item is picked with care. Their selection is special and unique, compared to other children's online sites. They have everything from room decor to clothing, heirloom gifts and even paper goods. I have had such a good time browsing through all of their fabulous things. Here are just a few of my favorites...

isn't this bird chandelier outstanding?  It is truly a one of a kind piece, and would be a stunning addition to any nursery. Start saving now, this one costs a pretty penny at $1600.00

I was so thrilled to see this artwork on their site, we have a couple of them in our son Julian's room. This is Ava the tigress. She is TOO cute with that bow!

and here is another...

Mimi the Mouse

This baby bracelet has an inscription written by J.M.Barrie (who wrote Peter Pan! Remember Finding Neverland?) It says "Just think lovely thoughts and they lift you up in the air" $125

They have the most fabulous selection of shoes from baby on up to toddler sizes...check out these darling metallic leopard print Mary Janes. Ahhh, could you die?! $46

You really cannot beat Petit Bateau when it comes to onesies for your baby. They are made of super soft cotton and they have beautiful images and french sayings on them. Our son lived in them his first 6 months...Just a note, they do run small, so size up!

Do yourself a favor...

and go to Wal-Mart ( I know, it's a SCARY, Scary place....) BUT...you need to make the trip to pick up one of these cutie fleece jackets. It is made of the super soft fleece similar to the ones at North Face and they come in chocolate brown, navy, pink, grey, aqua blue. They are $5...for God's sake, it's as much as a latte these days!!!! Pretty cute, right?

Charming and Pretty just about sums it up...

When I was on one of my favorite blogs (Coco + Kelly), I stumbled across the most darling accessories websites I have seen in a LONG time. Let me introduce to you, Old Soul, New Heart.

The designers Tamara and She are a mother and daughter duo that know just exactly how to take ruffles, bows and a little bit of sparkle and combine them into the perfect accessories. When I went to their bio, I knew they were girls after my own heart. Tamara taught her daughter Shea that, "accessories never make you look fat" SO TRUE! You may go up and down in sizes, but your jewelry case will be with you forever!

If you are in need of just a little sparkle for a holiday party, or something fun for new years, look no further! I love everything on their site, but these are just a few of my favorites...oh and designer/owner Shea is the model. Isn't she darling? I fell in love with her red lipstick and emailed them. They responded right away, it is NARS Jungle Red (just in case you wanted to know too!)

Never Say Never necklace, $68

Meet me on Park Ave headband $48

Charmed bracelet $48

Night out necklace $45

Shimmering at Midnight belt $68

A diamond in the rough...

As I have talked about before, I am a frequent Target shopper. I am there probably once a week. Stocking up on baby stuff, paper towels, and other products that add up to $80 before you know it! I always do a run-through the ladies department, but as of late I have not found anything good. UNTIL last week. 


Tucked in the corner in the Juniors section was the most darling skirt. It is the palest pink you have ever seen...almost as light as a ballet slipper. It has a black elastic band and layers of small ruffles. Best part, this skirt is $16.99. To my dismay there were none left in my size...only XL's. Well, let me tell you I was DETERMINED to get this skirt. So, after multiple trips (in one week) just to see if one would show up, FINALLY my size was there! I promptly whisked it away and threw it in my cart! The skirt was mine!

I tried to find a link to it on Target's sight, but it is not available! You will have to check your local Target store. Sorry!

When I got it home and tried it on it made me even more happy! The fit is great and it hit right above the knee( a very flattering length) The color is great for spring with an open toe shoe, and for winter it will look fabulous with black opaque tights and my favorite bow shoes or slouchy boots. This is going to be my Holiday outfit, and I can't wait to wear it. Here is how I am going to accessorize it!

Suede platforms with grosgrain ribbon: Poetic License (2 years old...no longer available but there are some other great styles HERE)

Pale Pink Snakeskin Escada Bag (sorry...another old piece that is no longer available! It was the first gift from my husband 8 years ago)

Vintage Steuben Glass Strawberry Pendant

Forever 21 Laser Cut Earrings-something similar HERE

The top has not been decided yet, but, I will most likely be pairing it with this great Theory Short Sleeve Turtleneck top...

$75 at Neiman's

Green with Envy...

O.k. Ms Wearstler, you have sealed the deal. You are my #1 girl crush. Her recent spread in Town & Country's January 2010 issue is absolutely beautiful.

I became familiar with Kelly Wearstler after she was a host on Bravo's top Design show. I had never heard of her...despite her amazing design work and many accolades. When I saw her I was like who is this stunning woman, with beautiful cat-like eyes, a tiny bit of attitude and insane style? She always had on these crazy hats, even crazier hair and un-believable outfits (in a good way!). From there I started to see her pop up everywhere. She has been mentioned in almost every fashion magazine as well as interior design publications.

Kelly is known for " re-instating the Hollywood Regency style of decor, and is known for her bold use of color, texture and pattern", as mentioned in the Town & Country article. I personally love how she doesn't ever stay within the "box". She is never safe and she is setting the trends for the future. I myself would like to be more bold like she is...I guess that will be a good New Years resolution! She is a mother of 2 boys and is married to the owner of the Viceroy Hotel chain, Brad Korzen. Kelly also did the interiors for the Viceroy hotels...you can only imagine how chic they are...

Viceroy Miami

Kelly just came out with a fabulous new book called "HUE"...apropriately named, since she is so amazing with color in her design work! I wouldn't mind this in my stocking, Santa.

I heart Home Goods

My dear friend Amy of "The Huntress Lives" and my other friend Jennifer have both mentioned to me that I NEEDED to go to Home Goods. If you don't know what Home Goods is, it is Marshall's home store that is FULL of fabulous home stuff...anything from decorative, to kitchen stuff, rugs, bathroom accessories, you name it! Both of these girls have amazing taste, so I finally decided to head their advice and check it out.

My mom and I went and when I walked in it was just about as exciting as an H&M shopping trip. They had so many great things and the prices were unreal. They had these amazing Chinese Pedestal stools (that I have been dying to get) for $30 a piece! I decided to hold off on them until I know exactly where I would put them, but I did make a few other great purchases that I would love to share!

I had gone there with a plan to find some accessories for my coffee table. I found this adorable ceramic Fu Dog for $13

This great little sparkly Christmas tree for my Demilune...$7

and lastly I was looking for a tray for my bathroom and some pretty little things to put cotton balls and q-tips in. I found this tray in the Kitchen section for $10, the pretty cup was $5 and the little jewelry box that I now use for cotton balls was $4!!! The pretty white bud vase was from Crate and Barrell for $7

I can't wait to go back and see what I can find on my next trip!