Oscar Looks 2011

Splashes of purple and champagne peppered the red carpet at the Oscars this year.  I was dazzled by, oooohhhh, just a few frocks. Take a peek at a few of my selected favs.  Which is your favorite?

Mandy Moore looked dazzling in this Monique Lhuillier number

Michelle Williams is one my favorites, she looks so chic in her Chanel gown

Hailee Steinfeld in Marchesa... so smart, so perfect

Natalie Portman in Rodarte was vibrant

Mila Kunis, in Elie Saab, sexy and sultry

Scarlett Johansson, my total style icon, wearing a Dolce & Gabbana. Va va voom with a bit of fun

 Cate Blanchett in Givenchy was absolutely beautiful and super unique

But the winner is...da da daaaa...Gwyneth Paltrow in Calvin Klein. I just loved her radiant, sleek ensemble 

Weekend Re-cap- Mt. Bachelor

This past weekend we loaded the car with tons of ski gear, picked up our dear friends Eli and Kelly, and headed over to Mt. Bachelor. Once a year a group of friends gather in Sister's Oregon to celebrate our friend, Steven's, birthday. It's always a lot of fun and the weather and snow conditions couldn't be any more perfect. It's safe to say we found the snow and had an amazing time.

Off to Find Some Snow

Not sure how the weather has been treating you so far this week, but Portland was promised a "February Freeze" which was to include up to 4 inches of snow.  Despite some measly flurries, we basically ended up with nothing but a disappointing dusting of powder. So, I'm off to find some snow! Wishing you all a great weekend. 

Image Via Bomobob

I Heart... Via Teri

Today's "I Heart" is a special one because I asked my dear friend Teri what she would select for her "I Heart" item.  She instantly pulled up "the dress" by Portland's very own designer, Holly Stalder.  Stalder's clothing designs are perfect in every way possible and this dress personifies Teri for me. Fun with frills, bright with cheer...and gorgeous in every way possible!

Craft and Create A Bit of Bling

No doubt about it, I'm in a blingy-kinda-mood and my jewelry box is becoming a bit robust. I made this little addition a couple of days ago. A little dash of gangsta and a pinch of rock n' roll. 

Circus Appeal for Book Club

In lieu of tonight's book club meeting I thought I would string together a row of images inspired by our amazing read, Water for Elephants. If you haven't had chance to check it out...I would highly suggest it. But then again I love anything that takes place in the 1920's. Because I'm no book critic I won't torture you with my inner thoughts of the book, but I will say it's a beautiful read.

Image via Hey Yo Yo

Image via Anthropologie

Image via Hey Yo Yo

Inspiration via 100 Layer Cake, Images via JL Designs

Inspiration via 100 Layer Cake, Images via JL Designs

Inspiration via 100 Layer Cake, Images via JL Designs

Inspiration via 100 Layer Cake, Images via JL Designs

Weekend Re-cap- The Sunday Sit

Yup, that pretty much sums it up...the Sunday sit.  With the combination of finishing off the flu (for weeks now), the hustle and bustle of daily activity, and a few other stressors, I woke up Sunday morning with nothing to do and no plans to find anything to do.  What else was there but to sit and read... ALLLLL DAY LONG. So with my trusty companion, Tux, a pile of down pillows, and comfy blankets I accomplished nothing but a Sunday sit.