Blonder Ambitions

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LUST LIST – JUNE

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I don't know what it is about the month of June that makes me want to throw on a kitschy little throwback number, some impractical {and oh-so-necessary} high heels, bust out some killer recipes, make a Tom Collins {a DIY on a retro cocktail cart will be coming soon!}, and throw a little summertime soiree.  The idea of being the perfect hostess is entirely attainable... now, Cupcake, you just need ... Read the Post

Retro clothing with a modern twist. Splashes of sunshine yellow. All perfect for summertime entertaining and outdoor cocktails.

CURRENT OBSESSION – LUCIFER VIR HONESTUS

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I've got a thing for jewelry.  Large jewelry.  The kind of jewelry that makes a person stop and take in more than just a passing glance.  Enter Lucifer Vir Honestus.  Absolutely to-die-for pieces.  My favorite thing about this line of jewelry from Milan is that the earthiness of it is still intact... Much of the time, stones have been sliced, diced, and polished to an such an unnatural high-gloss ... Read the Post

Organic. Bold. Feminine. The perfect statement jewelry.

ROMANCE POINTERS FOR THE MODERN MAN {AND WHY WOMEN LOVE THIS STUFF}

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As I write this, Kitten, I sit at my desk… In front of a large picture window… fresh flowers in a crystal vase… a flickering candle… and the sounds of one helluva songbird {Miss Ella Fitzgerald} fill the air.  I tell you this for one simple reason: old-fashioned romance {the magically ridiculous i-am-oh-so-in-love-with-life kind} exists {even if you have to create it yourself}. I also say this ... Read the Post

A simple gesture here. A sincere compliment there. A few tips for the guys and why women love this stuff.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – SPIKED FLORALS

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1. LC Lauren Conrad Floral Crop Cardigan $50 2. Luisa Beccaria Floral Print Knitted Cardigan $500 3. Professional Charm Cardigan $65 4. Nocona Black Spike Stud Belt $89 5. Pyramid Silver Spiked Belt $19 6. Animal Brown Black Pyramid Spiked Belt $22 7. Proenza Schouler Shibori Wrap Skirt $675 8. Proenza Schouler Tweed Skirt $1200 9. Proenza Schouler Tweed Skirt $940 10. Sergio Rossi 'Uptown' ... Read the Post

A little sweet. A lot sassy. Why don't you add some spikes to your florals?

HOW TO – DECORATE A BOOKCASE

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My bookcase has been a constant saga of reorganization and frustration {see here and here for the journey}... it was cute, but it wasn't quite right.  So I decided to take a day and revamp the shelving decor.  Read on and you can learn how to take some ordinary shelving and make it something all your own. So, my bookcase was ooooookay {yawn}... but it wasn't there yet.  I had already saved this ... Read the Post

With the correct organization, the right design, decor that is totally you... oh, and books... a bookcase can be a feature in any room.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – URBAN SAFARI

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I featured my Fabulous Four - Safari Summer Edition {found here} earlier this week... and I thought that it was only proper that I back up my claim that "tan is not boring."  This outfit showcases the idea behind the Urban Safari look... it's a bit wild {leopard print}, a bit unexpected {with the monochromatic focus}, and chic {with its clean silhouettes and leather touches}.  Add in something fun ... Read the Post

Every city girl has an inner wild child... express it with a very wild print... and a chic city-like monochromatic focus.