Tuesday, September 11, 2012

British Invasion

That's right folks Top Shop has arrived at Nordstrom. Check out my favorite pieces, mix and match or do as you please.
#britishstyle








Thursday, June 7, 2012

Poolside


I've come to the gross realization that I will probably never wear a bikini again. Childbirth will do that to you I guess, unless you're some sort of genetic freak or spend all your free time in the gym. I've made my peace with this mainly because of the new sassy one pieces that are hip right now. They're not your TYR swimsuits of yesteryear.


Thursday, April 26, 2012

Chester Pink

I ran into the great Chet Cannon at my kids Art Show. He was dressed to the nines in Jeans a navy blazer with one of his signature Rags from his adorable collection. All pieces have his signature label on them and are named after the people who inspired them {The Sally Lu, The Eleanor, The Spenny.} Check out this up and coming designer at Chesterpink.com. Buy a scarf while you're there to bring out  inner preppy in all of us.










Friday, April 13, 2012

Mirage

I'm kind of having an Ikat moment. Inspired by my rode trip through Arizona, and my never ending love affair of anything Southwest
Mirage


Silk t shirt
$80 - warehouse.co.uk

Joe s
$179 - anthropologie.com

Color block skirt
$71 - warehouse.co.uk

Theodora & Callum tying shoes
$235 - saksfifthavenue.com

TOMS peep toe wedge shoes
$138 - cusp.com

14k jewelry
$98 - anthropologie.com

Vince Camuto red bangle
$78 - vincecamuto.com

Metal bangle
$16 - needsupply.com

Monday, April 9, 2012

Best of the City


I'm back! After a month long sabbatical here I am. My break has mainly been due to the fact I've been insanely busy and haven't really had the blog up too high on my priority list. It's been either sleep or blog, I chose the former. My apologizes to my readers.... all three of you.


Anywho this year's Best of Utah came out in City Weekly, a magazine which is mostly (or fully) catered to wannabes and hipsters alike in the Salt Lake Valley. I wouldn't say it's responsible journalism, or that it represents any opinions other than that of the far left, but it is occasionally entertaining. I especially enjoy reading this particular issue while pretending to watch my kids at the park.


This year I disagree more than I agree with their findings. So I created my own "Best Of" list for local restaurants, and entertainment. Let the games begin.


Best place to Hike
Millie: Big Cottonwood Canyon
City Weekly: Millcreek Canyon {My second choice but I fear the snakes}


Best Ski Resort
Millie: Alta
City Weekly: Snowbird


Best Pizza
Millie:1. Settebello
          2. Litza's
City Weekly: The Pie


Best BBQ
Millie: Pat's BBQ
City Weekly: Pat's BBQ


Best Breakfast
Millie: Silver Fork Lodge { the sourdough pancakes are to die for}
City Weekly: Blue Plate {strongly disagree on this one don't make me tell the story of my waitress and her armpit hair}


Best Greek
Millie: Aristo's
City Weekly: Aristo's


Best Mexican
Millie: Tarahumara {In Midway they catered one of my weddings}
City Weekly: Red Iguana


Best Falafel
Millie: Mazza
City Weekly: O'Falafel


Best Downtown Restaurants
Millie: Eva's
City Weekly: Copper Onion


Best Mindfulness for Beginners
Millie: Tom McConkie's group meditation
City Weekly: Golden Braid Bookstore


Best Corner Market
Millie: Emigration Market {Harmons}
City Weekly: The Store


Best Kept Fashion Secret
Millie:Urban Blues
City Weekly: Q Clothing


Well that's all folks. Stay tuned for my Worst of Salt Lake edition



Thursday, March 1, 2012

Button Up Buttercup

Five favorite ways to wear a Button Up





photos courtesy of Anthropologie.com

Monday, February 13, 2012

V Day Meltdown


Is Valentine's for kids anymore? I mean is it just me or has it become a status competition which mom can come up with the cutest typography,cellophane bag, treat Valentine?! Do the kids even get to help with the making of these little masterpieces? Maybe I'm just being negative because I'm not creative enough to come up with these things, so I have to opt for the store bought Phineas and Ferb kind. But really hasn't this keeping up with Mrs. Jones mentality gone to far?
For some reason I went into crying hysterics after seeing my friends pictures on Instagram of their kids Chevron stripped Valentines that they clearly came up with. I felt like a pile of crap mom because I realized I'll never measure up. I'll never have the perfectly clean organized home with cookies in the oven, heart garland hanging from the fireplace, and pink twinkle lights around my front door. Why you ask? Because I just don't care that much I guess. I'd rather take a two hour nap in the afternoon than do crafty projects, I'd rather sleep in than exercise, and I'd rather watch reality tv than fold laundry (and no they can't be done simultaneously.)  I could say I don't have the time but the truth is it's just not a priority.
I'm not trying to bash on the moms who do these things. I'm sure most of them enjoy doing so, I just feel something needed to be said to the moms who don't. You don't have to put this pressure on yourselves. Get in the car, drive yourself to Target and by your kids some regular old paper Valentines,  go home turn on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and congratulate yourself on a job well done.

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Hotel California







We hit the halls of our hotel The St. Francis in San Francisco for these shots. It may seem from recent posts that I'm a little obsessed with red pants, the truth is these are actually coral from Target. The top is Odille from Anthro, pumps Steve Madden and jewelry J.Crew.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Color Blocking


This look was all over the Spring 2011 runways, which means it might be hitting Utah by 2014. So if you start now you'll be way ahead of the class. Plus Posh is doing it, and I don't know about you but I want to do just about everything Posh does including David Beckham {er... only kidding I'm a married woman.} But seriously,If you still are nervous about this concept, don't be I've included a color wheel guide. Enjoy.


 





The most popular theory for combining colors is called the rule of two-thirds.How you achieve the rule of two-thirds starts by making an equilateral triangle (a triangle with 3 equal sides) on the color wheel… From there, you pick two of the three colors that the triangle touches. These colors will almost always harmonize together beautifully.”


  • Cobalt BlueYellowOrange
  • Chocolate BrownPink, Peach
  • PurpleBright Blue, Teal
  • Deep bluebright pink, White
  • Coral, Grey, Ivory