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Canon T3i Camera, Cherry blossom, Cherry Blossom Tree, National Cherry Blossom Festival, National Mall, Photo, Photography, Tidal Basin, Tourism, Washington DC, Weekend
In Daily Musings on April 8, 2013 at 11:58 am
Happy Monday! I had another fantastic weekend, the weather was absolutely gorgeous!!! 60 degrees on Saturday and a whopping 67 yesterday. Apparently we’re heading for 70 degrees today, lets enjoy it while we can. While I was out, I made a spontaneous decision to drive down to the Tidal Basin in downtown DC… Wow! The traffic was at a major standstill, so all I could get was this drive by photo of a few cherry trees. Side note: Metro really is the only way to visit the Cherry Blossoms!
Most of the trees were not in full bloom, but the crowd was definitely there. I’m hoping to return next weekend with my Canon T3i, when they should be fully bloomed in all their pink and white glory.
Stay tuned for my upcoming blog post {maybe later today or tomorrow} on my trip to Baltimore, where I met the most wonderful and eccentric vintage store owner. You’ll see why she truly deserves her own post!
I hope you’re having a Fabulous and Amazing Monday!
And remember…
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
“Life is short” Photo credit ~ @ebbybella on Instagram ~ follow her, she is a style diva with fabulous taste! All copyrights reserved
Antiques and Collectibles, Blog, Blogger, Chic, Clothing, Fashion, Petticoat, shoes, Shop, Shopping, style, Vintage, vintage slips
In Daily Musings on April 2, 2013 at 1:42 pm
Yesterday, I posted a couple of pieces, I found at my favourite vintage store; I forgot to post this gorgeous black slip and peach coloured ballerina style nightgown, that I thought you’d love to see. I’m going to try the peach gown with a knee-length tank dress, belt it and maybe an additional vintage petticoat underneath to see how that works. I’ll let you know 🙂
A young lady I met, while shopping, picked up these beauties for $5!!
It’s another gorgeous day, a little chilly, but I’ll take it, because the sun is shining very brightly!
Wearing my Maylana’s Closet cowl and my precious rose quartz ring.
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
Blog, Blogger, Chic, Domino Magazine, Dress, Dresses, Fashion, French Connection, Instagram, Monday, Saturday, Shopping, style, Vintage, Vintage clothing, Women's Clothing, WordPress
In Daily Musings on April 1, 2013 at 1:21 pm
Wearing a vintage beaded scarf I picked up for $4!!
Also wearing earrings from the Maylana’s Closet “Touch of India Collection” coming soon.
Hello fabulous people. This morning truly looked like spring had finally sprung! After a gorgeous Saturday, a grey and dreary Sunday, today truly is starting out to be absolutely gorgeous. Can we finally exhale our collective breaths that spring has arrived?
I had a terrific weekend, I went scouting for vintage finds, at one of my favourite spots in Maryland, and came across a few goodies. I found this gorgeous brand new sequined French Connection dress, with tags, which retailed last season for $248, selling for under $100,!!! Alas, it was not in the Maylana’s Closet budget!
I also found this gorgeous Liz Claiborne ankle length coat dress for under $5!! I have not been a fan of Liz Claiborne for a number of years now, but this dress was too fantastic to resist. I’m going to wear this unbuttoned up to the thigh with shorts underneath, cinched at the waist with ankle strap flats or high heels depending on my mood, and then paired with a colourful clutch. Very 50’s.
Those of you who follow my blog, know I love Instagram {as well as Pinterest!}; here are some of my weekend images. If you’d like to follow me on IG, you can find me @Maylana.
Nightstand #1 ~ Part of HGTV #lovehome
Nightstand #2
Conde Nast needs to bring this magazine back!!
I hope your Easter weekend, was as blessed, fabulous and productive as mine. Wishing you a Glorious Monday and a Fantastic and Amazing week.
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
Chocolate, Chocolate Eggs, Easter, Easter Bonnet, Easter Bunny, Friday, Good Friday, Hat, Holiday, Holidays, London, Photography, Tradition, Traditions, Weekend
In Daily Musings on March 29, 2013 at 9:48 am
Happy Easter fabulous Bunnies {I still don’t understand how bunnies and Easter became associated, but I digress!} Wishing you a blessed, light filled and beautiful day. Above is the ultimate Easter bonnet. If you’re going to wear one, you may as well do it stylishly.
Growing up in London, every Easter, my mum used to treat us to these huge milk chocolate eggs, which were filled with more chocolate surprises, and sometimes small toys. These eggs seem to be very hard to find here in the States, and if you do find them, they’ve been imported from England, and sold at exorbitant prices!
Big sis please ship one to me!!
I couldn’t resist this Easter baby!
I would love to wish all of you, an Amazing, Blessed and Extra Special Easter weekend!
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
Blog, Blogger, Blue, Fashion, Model, Photography, WordPress
In Daily Musings on March 28, 2013 at 10:16 pm
Other than, this is a fabulous shot! Just had to post… Love it!
Footwear, Nordstrom, Sandals, shoes, Shopping, Spring, Spring Fashion 2013, Summer, Vince Camuto, WordPress Blogger
In Daily Musings on March 27, 2013 at 5:08 pm
I was in Nordstrom on Sunday, having a look around, and I came across these beautiful Vince Camuto sandals. The colour is an absolutely stunning vivid blue suede, with a snake patterned heel and ankle strap. I can see this with a little summer dress in white, paired with a yellow clutch {colour blocking at it’s best} and a statement necklace. At $128, I think they’re nicely priced, for a gorgeous statement sandal.
Roll on Summer!
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
Art, Arts, Black and white photography, Blog, blogging, Collage, iPhone, iPhone Photo, Monday, Painting, Photo, Photography, Smartphones, Snow, Washington DC, WordPress
In Daily Musings on March 25, 2013 at 4:37 pm
Hello Dahhlings! The photo above {captured by me on my trusty iPhone}, is what I woke up to this morning. This being the 5th day of spring, the joke is still on us. Though pretty and looking much like a Norman Rockwell painting, this is not what we would normally expect for the last week in March.
I hope you had yourselves a fabulous weekend, and you’re ready and rearing to go for the upcoming week.
Just remember; blue skies are somewhere on the horizon.
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
Blog, Blogger, Bracelet, Fab.com, Friday, Gold plating, IPad, iPhone, Jewelry, Joyus.com, Leather, Shopping, Weekend, WordPress
In Daily Musings on March 22, 2013 at 2:39 pm
Hi Stylish People! Here we are on another chilly Friday. Can you belive it was 32 degrees this morning? and it’s not going to be that much higher over the weekend. I’m pretty sure the groundhog is in his burrow laughing really hard at us.
While going through my daily emails, I came across this lovely gold plated and leather bracelet on Joyus.com {search for The Perfect Bracelet}. If you’re looking for unusual accessories, Joyus is one of the sites to visit {you have to sign up to be able to shop}. At only $38 dollars for a set of 3, these would like really nice in multi stacks; and with free shipping on $50 or more it’s worth it. I know they’ll be on my list of accessories for the upcoming spring/summer season.
Another little treasure which arrived in my inbox were Cable Keeps by Nice, which are being sold on the Fab.com website, this is another site you need to be a member to shop, but it takes all of 5 minutes to sign up. If you’re like me and the mess of white cable cords, which power all of our various i-devices does not sit well with you, well, here is a colourful and tidy solution. They’re only $12 for the next 6 days, not bad for neatness.
The most important things for me to do this weekend, is to get a haircut, upload some new items to my Etsy store, and create a couple of my Penelope Rosette hats for Easter. What’s on your weekend list?
Whatever you do, have a Restful, Peaceful and Amazing weekend.
Blog, Blogger, Clothing, Dress, Fashion, Piperlime, Shopping, Spring, Springtime, Temperature, Weather, WordPress
In Daily Musings on March 20, 2013 at 12:29 pm
Well today is the official first day of spring. With temperatures in the high 40’s low 50’s (plus overnight frost) it certainly does not feel like it. The most important thing is, it’s officially here, which means we have lovely warm weather and blue skies to look forward to.
With thoughts of spring in the air, I thought this lovely floral dress by Haute Hippie at PiperLime.com was a good representation of the weather to come. It’s a little on the expensive side at $565! but I’m sure you can find something very similar at H&M, Zara or any of the other major chain stores. If I find an alternative, I’ll feature it in a future post. Click on the dress or the link to be taken to the PiperLime website.
Wishing you a Marvelous and Amazing Wednesday!
Books, Diet, Dr. Peter J. D'Admo, Eat Right 4 Your Type, Inspiration, Inspire, Lifestyle, Monday, Motivate, Motivation, Reading, Shopping
In Daily Musings on March 18, 2013 at 1:18 pm
Photo Credit ~ Althea Anderson
Hi Dahhlings… Here we are again, another Monday, even though it’s trying to snow here, it’s still a beautiful day. I’m feeling so much better after my sluggish week last week; my body has finally caught up to the Daylight Savings Time change 🙂
I had a great weekend; I created a couple of my flower hats in spring/easter colours, as well as sorting and organizing myself, both mentally and physically. It was a recalibration of sorts! I’m still reading “The Secret” which has been a fantastic source of inspiration for me. As I’ve mentioned in a previous post, this is my second time reading it, which has been much more fulfilling then the first time around. I’m coming to the end and I plan to re-read it all over again!
Last week I received my copy of Eat Right 4 Your Type, a book which was first published in 1997 by Dr. Peter J.D’Adamo. The premise of the book is that due to our individual blood types, there are certain foods which are not conducive to our overall health and well-being.
My sister has been on this lifestyle food plan for approximately 6 years, and it truly has done wonders for her, she is testament to me, that it actually works.
The book explains the reasons why certain foods are not good for us, and guides you through the process of eliminating them. to learn more, click here. I’ll keep you up to date on my progress. Click on the image or red link above to be taken to the Amazon website to order yours.
Have yourselves a Creative, Positive and Amazing week!
Love ~ Light ~ Passion
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