staycation in maryland

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One weekend late summer last year we did a "staycation" at the most adorable little bed and breakfast, The Columbia Inn at Peralynna. We had Suite A which was amazing with 2 bathrooms, gigantic spa tub, plush couches and canopied Tempurpedic bed. Within just one hour of the DC metro area it's a little hidden gem. I always thought we would have to drive over 2 hours to feel like we were in no man's land, but with herds of sheep across the road from us and a cozy little restaurant within walking distance we certainly found relaxation close by! Can't wait to go back for another stay.

[wearing tobi white lace dress, zara heels, tbags dress]

crave vs save

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Celine Vs Zara Sandals by dianali featuring zara shoes

Zara shoes / Zara shoes

These lovely Celine sandals will cost you about $600+ while the Zara's ring in at only $50. They are so similar except perhaps the height, the Zara's are only about 3.5 inches while the Celine's appear to be around 4+. The cuff detail and simple cross toe strap are almost identical, and the Zara's come in my personal favorite nude color. I've already saved since I bought the nude version of the Zara sandals. Leave it to them to make shoes of exacting detail at affordable prices.

maltese monday

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scratch scratch....

in the jungles of mexico

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In a death trap of a yellow bug actually made in the 1970s, we drove around cozumel mexico to find the most deserted of beaches and jungles! What we found was a bar (Bob Marly Bar to be specific) and the sought after deserted beaches! Wishing I was still there sipping on margaritas and munching on ceviche! Full review of Playa del Carmen to come.

the fuchsia lip

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I've been obsessed with the DVF spring 2011 matte fuchsia lip since spotting it on Pinterest. After some googling I learned the secret to the punchy matte color...pigments. They also used a Chromagraphic Pencil, but it was unavailable at the Nordstrom I went to.

[wearing mac pigment in magenta madness]

those furs

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I'll admit I wear a lot of fur and I have a dog. I'm neither for nor against PETA. They can do their thing, doesn't bother me. I love my dog and if anyone tried to skin her to make...a glove?...I'd probably scalp them, still alive.

But what I have a problem with are hypocrites. People who say you look ridiculous as in "where did you get that polar bear" "you look like mafia" etc etc. Then they go and a few years later, when the trend has become main stream, I want that humongous fur coat! It's soooo amazing I must have it. Please kill me now. WTF.

I've never cared what people thought and have worn my furs regardless, but that hypocrisy is what really pisses me off. Seriously don't act like my fur is a costume idea and later declare it the best thing since sliced bread. And don't you know you can't wear fur like me, and don't you know you are YEARS too late, and don't you know you are just a lemming following in my wake...I hope you drown...not really...hehehe..really.

Rant over! Until next time.

keeping it casual

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Keeping it casual on the way to brunch with soft slouchy jeans, truly vintage tee (belonged to my dad), a button down, and my every day leather jacket. I though this mackage jacket I got years ago was still looking new until I checked out the back. The elbows and under the arms have that worn in look and and the leather there is super soft! I do almost wear it every day because it seems to be the warmest of my leather collection.

[wearing mackage leather jacket, sam edelman louie boots, uniqlo button down, vintage tee, h&m belt, current elliot roller jeans]