Strap Less

I really do love wearing dresses in the summer. They are just as easy to wear as shorts and a t-shirt, but so much nicer looking! Anyone who says they are too fancy for day wear...just hasn't tried to pair them with simple flip flops! These dresses by Alexandra Anderson are so pretty...plus the strapless tops mean no tan lines!! Perfect for walking around! Check out more HERE.

Intuition

I love love love these little stud earrings by the Intuitive Garden. Vibrantly bright and beautiful, they would be perfect to wear all summer long for a pop of color! Handcrafted from the artist's own original drawing, the little works of art are coated with resin for a glossy finish that literally leaps off the lobe! Plus, they are only $18. Available in a number of other designs (all from the artist's own drawings!), these are perfect to give as a gift (remember graduation time is coming up!) or to keep for yourself!! Check out more HERE.

Summer Time

Gina Dudik of Duchess von Dudik makes the best dresses for the Summer. Fun, colorful fabrics in flirty designs make for the perfect dresses to wear on a date night out. Pair them with some flip flops and a lightweight cardigan and they easily transition for a Sunday brunch. Since most designs are one of a kind, you get to show off your individuality, and, bonus, don't have to worry about anyone else wearing the same thing as you! Check out more HERE or stop by her boutique in Little Italy, Cleveland, Ohio to check them out in person.

Itty Bitty Yellow Polka Dot Bikini

Bathing suit season is only 2 weeks away and Victoria's Secret has an awesome selection of swimwear at pretty good prices. I love that you buy the tops and bottoms separately so you can choose your best fit. Also, for smaller built ladies like me, many of their tops offer light push up padding to give an extra boost! I have been wanting a yellow polka dot bikini for some time now...and they have a ton of styles to choose from...now I just have to decide which one! Plus, right now their semi-annual sale is going on...so most suits are 25%-50% off!!

Fancy Pants

I really am a pony tail sort of girl...nothing too fancy for my hair. So, I really cannot explain my fascination with those gorgeous headbands by Miss Ruby Sue. Handcrafted from various fabrics like silk and tulle and then accented with fabulous embellishments like feathers, sequins, and beads, these are art-to-wear for the hair. Perfect for a fun evening out or a modern twist for a bridal party. Check out more HERE.

Lil Cutie

Humble Bea makes the cutest little sculptures...little shacks, birdies, and my favorites...the little gnomes. Hand sculpted out of clay and then painted, aged, and varnished...these are the perfect little accessories to throw in a book case, on a desk, on a shelf. Plus, the daddy and me one would be perfect for the special dad in your life...remember Father's Day is coming up!! Check out more HERE.

Make a Statement

Bold colorful jewelry has always been my favorite. There is just something about wearing a simple outfit and letting your accessories steal the show. Delores Petunia makes some of the most amazing necklaces I have ever seen. Bright, fun, and, oh, so colorful...each piece has a fantastical feel to them. Prices start at only $65 for truly statement making art to wear!!!

Butterfly

I love unexpected touches in a home. This delicate lampshade by Mixko is shaped entirely by hand out of wool felt. Powered by low energy light bulbs, the lamp would give off a beautiful ambience to any living space. Pink and orange are one of my favorite color combinations....so this particular one immediately caught my eye...but they are available in a number of other colors. Check more out cool furnishings HERE.

Oh Crumpets!

These druzy pendants by Crumpet Cake are gorgeous. So lush and textured...perfect for a simple yet bold statement. Only $35!!

Family Portrait

I always have problems finding gifts for my mother and in-laws. What do you give people who have everything? These papier mache sculptures by Middleburg Folk Art Studio is perfect to give, as a gift or to yourself. A custom family sculpture...you get to choose the sex, hair color, skin tone, clothing colors, you can even have a saying on the front. Prices start at only $35 for one child!! How wonderfully personal and sentimental...even for a dad or grandpa...how awesome to put on a desk at work!! Check out more HERE.

I'm Seeing Red

I have a thing for coats...in case you didn't know. And, check out this gorgeous coat by Mars Clothes. Oh...the color, the pattern, the special details... I am officially in love. Just in time for my birthday and mothers day...hint hint.

White Sands

If you have read any of my hair care product posts...you already know that I have some issues with my hair. But, I have realized that a little time, and a lot of good products, can make all the difference in the quality and style of my hair. I have been using Nourishing Shampoo and Corrective Conditioner by White Sands for the past month...and I love it!! Combining natural botanicals such as lemon grass and chamomile, the products are designed to shield your hair from UV rays and thermal stress while at the same time provide hair color protection and color enhancement. While I don't have scientific proof that the products actually do this...I do know that my hair feels soft and shiny without any greasy feeling or buildup. Plus, the scent is so pretty!! Available on line or at many beauty supply companies.