golden and golden: September 2011

September 30, 2011

Jot it down, Hang it up, and RSVP!

WITH YOUR MEMO BOARDS

I'm not necessarily one to have a ton of family photo's framed around my house. While I do love my family and friends to pieces! I tend to go for wall art and pretty table or shelf decorations when I'm furnishing... :)

However, every home needs a heart and I found, fashioning some sort of memo board to display that heart works stylishly and lovingly well!

Here's a little snapshot of the Memo Board I've pieced together on the side of my fridge. It does a wonderful job of brightening up my kitchen and my morning while I'm waiting for the French Press to steep!

{Refrigerator Memo Board}

Here are some other Memo Boards I found that would look beautiful in your Kitchen, Office, or Anywhere you want to put some Heart!

{Chicken Wire Memo Board}

{Window Shutter Memo Board}

{Vintage Inspired Memo Board}

{Couldn't be cuter Iron Bird Cage Memo Board}

Do you have a home made memo board of your own? I'd LOVE to see!

September 23, 2011

September 22, 2011

Fall Outside Spaces

Ready or not... IT'S FALL!

The season is definitely going to make us want to stay inside and cuddle up watching a movie or cooking with family and friends, but don't let crisp Fall days slip away unnoticed. Choose some evenings to sit outside in your hoodie, sip on hot cocoa, and watch the leaves and your breath in front of you!

~Here are some outside Fall spaces to inspire some outside Fall relaxing~

{A SoCal Fall Oasis for Relaxing}

{Beautiful Fall Foliage for Greeting Guests}

{A New England inspired Stoop for sitting}

September 21, 2011

Handbag Must Have!

Olivia Harris
Collar Stud Satchel

So... I'm in a deep love affair with this handbag! A love I know could last a lifetime, well... at least for a Fall season or two!

I've seen it in person. It's beautiful

I've worn it for a good 15 minutes. It's beautiful

I put it on hold while I figure out how to bring it home. It's only a matter of time

But in all seriousness, This handbag and the rest of the Olivia Harris line is quality, functional, and a great everyday handbag. If the Olivia Harris name doesn't ring a bell, rest assured. The Designer, Joy Gryson, is creator of Gryson brand luxury accessories and has served on board at lines like, Marc Jacobs, Coach and Calvin Klein.

{Collar Stud Satchel in Black $575 }

{Collar Stud Satchel in Ecru $575}

{Collar Stud Satchel in Brown with Suede $575}

September 20, 2011

5 Reasons we love...

Kelly Ripa's Style

My schedule fluctuates a little but I'm usually able to turn on Regis and Kelly when I'm getting ready for work or whatnot in the morning. They have that light hearted silly-ness that's perfect for a morning uplift and the random celebrity interviews that halt my make-up application to run out a watch for a min! (there's nothing like a glimpse of Leonardo DiCaprio to get your day started out right!)

One thing that never, ever, ever fails though. Is Kelly Ripa's Style. She always looks so current and put together from her hair down to her heels!

I've been wanting to do this post for awhile now ~ So here are 5 Reasons we love Kelly Ripa's Style!

~With work and Family she's still on top of it!~

~She's a Bright Light in Color!~

~Shoes, Shoes and more Shoes!~

~She stays Classic with her Workout Style~

~Her California Girl meets NY Street Style~

September 19, 2011

Boot Envy

I've seen some CUTE boots walking around this weekend and it's not even officially Fall!

Since it always seems like, it takes awhile to find the perfect Fall and Winter boot ~ I figure the sooner we start putting our pretty little feet in some... the sooner we'll find our perfect style!

Now that I'm in full boot search mode, I pulled some together for starters!

~Classics~

~Juicy Rosette Boot, KORS Nicolette Riding Boot, Steven Meteour Wedge Boot ~

~All Weather~

~Boutique Nine Mari Boot, Gee WaWa Wing Boot, Gee WaWa Ace Boot~

~Cute Booties~

~Seychelles Theory Bootie, Steve Madden Azurret Short Boot, Steve Madden Thronne Bootie ~

September 15, 2011

Grilling Kebobs!

It's still pretty hot across the states, so that means we have more time for outdoor grilling and entertaining!

Here's a pretty straight forward Kebob Recipe that are really as much fun to make as they are to eat!

You'll Need:

1 lb of Beef cut in chunks

3 Tblspns Olive Oil

3 Garlic Cloves -crushed and sliced

5 Basil Leaves -sliced thin

2 Roma Tomatoes -sliced

4 Green Onions -sliced in thirds

Salt & Pepper

Skewers -soaked on water

{Marinate Beef with Garlic, Basil, Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper}

{Slice Tomatoes and Green Onion -toss a little salt on top-}

{Stick them on skewers alternating ingredients}

{Heat Grill to Medium High and Grill about 15mins on each side}

{Place on a Platter and enjoy!}

September 13, 2011

Che-Che-Che CHEETAH!

{Nicole Richie}

This is one of the prettiest photos I've seen of Nicole Richie. Her long sleeve Cheetah Print top paired with Turquoise and Gold Bangles make the perfect match. And is the inspiration of todays post!

Accents with Cheetah Print is an all time classic. Although it seems to be a bit on the wild side, the saucy print can be quite subtle when pieced together correctly.

1. In a Skinny Belt with Denim or Black Pants

2. In a Flat or a Pump (Peep Toe or Closed Toe)

3. In a Blouse or Tank

4. As Jewelry, ie. Bangle, Ring, Necklace Charm

5. In a Scarf

6. In a Dress or Skirt

September 8, 2011

Romper-ing Around!

Let's squeeze in as many more summery outfits we can while this Summer weather is still here!

Most of these cute little ensembles are on sale right now! You may even already have one hanging in your closet that you haven't quite figured out how to wear.

Either way, Romp - On It!